What is the exam for ?
The D.El.Ed entrance exam ( CT entrance) is going to be conducted in odisha very soon. This exam is conducted for getting admission into the D.El.Ed. teacher training course (General, Urdu, Telugu, or Santhali) in odisha.
How is the test done?
- Computer-based (online)
- Total Marks:- 90
- Two Sections:
- Section I (30 marks)
- Section II (60 marks)
- All Questions are Multiple Choice (MCQs)
Let’s Break down the Official D.el.ed entrance syllabus of Odisha for the year 2025.
Section I: Teaching Basics (30 Marks - 30 Questions)
| No. | Area | Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Language (English) | 10 | 10 |
| 2. | Education & General Awareness | 5 | 5 |
| 3. | Reasoning | 5 | 5 |
| 4. | Teaching Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| TOTAL | 30 | 30 |
Detailed Syllabus of Section 1
- Language ( English)
- Comprehension (Understanding passages)
- Vocabulary (Word meanings & usage)
- Grammar (Correct use of language)
- Education & General Awareness
- Everyday science (Common science facts)
- Indian political system (How government works)
- Important Education Commissions & Committees
- New Educational Initiatives (Like NEP 2020)
- Educational Organizations (NCERT, SCERT)
- General Knowledge (Current & important events)
- Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning (Making sense of information)
- Analytical Reasoning (Solving puzzles, finding patterns)
- Teaching Aptitude
- Solving classroom problems
- Managing students and learning
- Understanding how students learn
- Goals of education
- Role of schools, families, and communities
- Teaching methods and challenges.
Section II: School Subjects (60 Marks - 60 Questions)
| No. | Subject | Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Choose ONE Language: – Odia (Odia Script) – Telugu (Telugu Script) – Urdu (Urdu Script) – Santali (Olchiki Script) | 15 | 15 |
| 2. | Mathematics | 15 | 15 |
| 3. | Social Science | 15 | 15 |
| 4. | Science | 15 | 15 |
| TOTAL | 60 | 60 |
Detailed Syllabus of Section 2
- Language ( Odia)
- Dhwani and Sabda
- Parts of speech (Noun, Adjective, verb)
- Derivation of words
- Formation of words (Using prefix and suffix), (Synonyms and Antonyms)
- Idioms
- Mathematics
- HCF and LCM
- Square and square root
- Percentage and its application (profit and loss, simple and
compound interest)
- Ratio and Proportion
- Linear algebraic equations and their solutions
- Set- its elements, operations on sets
- Basic Geometrical Concepts
- Geometry of Triangles, quadrilaterals and circles
- Social Science
- Stone age, Vedic age, medieval age
- Stages of freedom movement in India
- Indian Constitution- features
- Governance system in India- Local Self Government, State Government, Central Government
- Earth and its structure, Latitude and longitude
- Climate and Atmosphere
- Conservation of Natural Resources and Environmental
preservation and protection.
- Science
- Different states and characteristics of matter
- Chemical reaction
- Force, energy and motion
- Plant cells and animal cells
- Structure and adaption in plants
- Micro organisms
Pro Tips to Prepare:
- Focus on Section II: It has double the marks (60 vs 30). Give equal time to Math, Social Science, Science, and your chosen language.
- Practice Language (Odia) : Learn grammar rules, word meanings, and practice Grammar MCQs and PYQ of Odia.
- Use NCERT Books: Study Class 6th, 7th, and 8th NCERT textbooks for Science and Social Science. They cover most topics.
- Solve MCQs: Practice lots of multiple-choice questions, especially for Reasoning and Teaching Aptitude.
- Take Practice Tests(Mock Tests): Try full computer-based mock exams to get used to the timing and format.
- Don’t Ignore Section I: Teaching Aptitude (10 marks) and English (10 marks) are very important too for deciding your rank .you can not ignore this part as it is new to you.
Frequently asked Questions (FAQs) :-
1. What is the total marks and exam duration for D.El.Ed. Entrance ?
The exam is for 90 marks (Section I: 30 marks, Section II: 60 marks)
2.Is there negative marking ?
Yes 0.25 Mark will be deducted for each wrong answers.
3.Are NCERT books useful for preparation ?
Yes! Class 6-8 NCERT books cover most Social Science and Science topics in the syllabus.
4.How can I improve in the language section ?
Read odia medium class 8-10 Odia grammar book only.
Bonus Tip: The exam is computer-based, so practice MCQs on a computer to get comfortable with the format.
