VSSUT releases post matric scholarship notice for minority students for 2026-27
In short
- VSSUT released a notice for the Post Matric Scholarship for the academic year 2026-27 on October 6, 2026.
- The scholarship aims to support meritorious students from minority communities.
- The official notice is available on the VSSUT website at https://www.vssut.ac.in/all/Student%20Notice.
The Sai University of Technology (VSSUT) today, October 6, 2026, issued a notice concerning the Post Matric Scholarship for the academic year 2026-27. This scholarship program is designed to provide financial assistance to meritorious students belonging to minority communities.
The official notification has been made available on the university’s website, accessible at https://www.vssut.ac.in/all/Student%20Notice. This initiative aligns with the university’s commitment to supporting diverse student populations in their academic pursuits.
Odisha Government Exam Updates and Salary Structures
In related developments within Odisha’s education and employment landscape, the state government has been active in releasing various notifications. An important notification regarding government exam updates was officially released on August 25, 2026. These updates are part of the regular announcements made by the Odisha government concerning examinations, results, and merit lists.
The Odisha government job sector continues to be a significant career option, offering structured salaries and pay levels across different groups. The 7th Pay Commission and the Odisha Revised Scale of Pay (ORSP) govern these salary structures, ensuring transparent pay levels, regular increments, and multiple allowances for government employees. The Odisha Pay Matrix, under the 7th Pay Commission, has replaced the older pay band and grade pay system.
| Group | Recruiting Body | Pay Level | Salary Range (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group-A | OPSC | Level 10–17 | 56,100 – 1,82,200+ |
| Group-B | OPSC / OSSC | Level 8–9 | 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| Group-C | OSSC / OSSSC | Level 4–7 | 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Group-D | OSSSSC | Level 1–2 | 18,000 – 56,900 |
The starting salary for Odisha Government employees begins from ₹18,000 per month under Pay Level 1, excluding allowances. Group-A posts, such as OAS and OPS officers under Pay Level 17, receive the highest salaries in Odisha Government jobs. The ORSP is applicable to most state government employees covered under the 7th Pay Commission.
| Pay Level | Starting Basic Pay (₹) | Maximum Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 18,000 | 56,900 |
| Level 2 | 19,900 | 63,200 |
| Level 3 | 21,700 | 69,100 |
| Level 4 | 25,500 | 81,100 |
| Level 5 | 29,200 | 92,300 |
| Level 6 | 35,400 | 1,12,400 |
| Level 7 | 44,900 | 1,42,400 |
| Level 8 | 47,600 | 1,51,100 |
| Level 9 | 53,100 | 1,67,800 |
| Level 10 | 56,100 | 1,77,500 |
| Level 11 | 67,700 | 2,08,700 |
| Level 12 | 78,800 | 2,09,200 |
| Level 13 | 1,23,100 | 2,15,900 |
| Level 14 | 1,44,200 | 2,18,200 |
| Level 15 | 1,82,200 | 2,24,100 |
| Level 16 | 2,05,400 | 2,24,400 |
| Level 17 | 2,25,000 | 2,50,000+ |
| Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹) | DA @ 60% (₹) | HRA @ 18% (₹) | Transport Allowance (₹) | Estimated Gross Salary (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 (MTS) | 18,000 | 10,800 | 3,240 | 1,800 | 33,840 |
| Level 2 (LDC/Clerk) | 19,900 | 11,940 | 3,582 | 1,800 | 37,222 |
| Level 4 (DEO/Assistant) | 25,500 | 15,300 | 4,590 | 3,600 | 48,990 |
| Level 6 (Inspector/Supervisor) | 35,400 | 21,240 | 6,372 | 3,600 | 66,612 |
| Level 7 (Section Officer) | 44,900 | 26,940 | 8,082 | 3,600 | 83,522 |
| Level 10 (Gazetted Officer) | 56,100 | 33,660 | 10,098 | 7,200 | 1,07,058 |
| Level 12 (Senior Officer) | 78,800 | 47,280 | 14,184 | 7,200 | 1,47,464 |
Odisha B.Ed, B.H.Ed & M.Ed Entrance Test 2026 Final Answer Key
The Higher Education Department, Odisha, which is the conducting authority for the B.Ed, B.H.Ed & M.Ed Entrance Test 2026, released the final answer key for the examination on June 9, 2026. This release followed a thorough examination of all valid objections submitted against the provisional answer key.
The final answer key is a crucial step in the admission process for teacher education programmes across Odisha, providing transparency and allowing candidates to estimate their scores before results are officially declared. No further objections are accepted after the publication of this final answer key. The result and merit list for the B.Ed, B.H.Ed & M.Ed Entrance Test 2026 will be prepared using this final answer key.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Odisha B.Ed, B.H.Ed & M.Ed Entrance Test 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Higher Education Department, Odisha |
| Category | Final Answer Key |
| Answer Key Status | Released |
| Courses Covered | B.Ed, B.H.Ed, M.Ed |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Official Status | Final |
| Event | Status |
|---|---|
| Entrance Examination | Completed |
| Final Answer Key Release | Released |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
| Counselling Process | To Be Announced |
Other educational updates include the release of the VITREE-2026 entrance examination syllabus for Ph.D. and Deep Tech programs, which outlines subject-wise topics for both postgraduate and undergraduate levels.
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