PMST 2026 (Pathani Samanta Mathematics Scholarship Test) is conducted by Board of Secondary Education (BSE) for students of Class 6 and 9 (Stage I: Class 6; Stage II: Class 9) – Odia-medium schools only. The exam date has not been announced yet. Registration has not opened yet. It is also called Pathani Samanta Mathematics Talent Scholarship (PSMTS) or Odisha Maths Scholarship Test.
PMST 2026
This page covers PMST 2026 dates, how to apply, eligibility, the exam pattern, awards and official links.
| Full name | Pathani Samanta Mathematics Scholarship Test |
| Conducted by | Board of Secondary Education (BSE) |
| Classes | 6 and 9 (Stage I: Class 6; Stage II: Class 9) – Odia-medium schools only |
| Mode | Offline objective test on OMR answer sheet at block-level centres (same or nearby block) |
| Levels | Stage I: Students continuing in Class 6 (Odia-medium schools); forms filled by the Block Education Officer for elementary schools or by the Head of a secondary school; Stage II: Students continuing in Class 9 (Odia-medium secondary schools); forms filled by the Head of the Institution |
| Official website | bseodisha.ac.in |
PMST 2026 Quick Links
PMST 2026 Important Dates
The PMST 2026 dates have not been announced yet. The registration date is to be announced. Dates were checked on 30 October 2026 against bseodisha.ac.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration | To be announced (last year: 14 December 2025) |
How to Apply for PMST 2026
PMST-2026 not announced yet; last cycle form opened 14 Dec 2025 (PMST-2024 form: 7 Jan 2025).
Is the PMST 2026 application form out?
Not yet. PMST-2026 not announced yet; last cycle form opened 14 Dec 2025 (PMST-2024 form: 7 Jan 2025). Last year: 14 December 2025.
Steps to Apply for PMST 2026
- Students do not apply themselves: the Block Education Officer (Stage I, elementary schools) or the Head of the secondary school (Stage I and II for own students) fills the forms online.
- The login authority signs up on the PMST portal linked from bseodisha.ac.in, verifies the e-mail and completes the profile.
- Enter the school’s UDISE code (elementary) or BSE school code (secondary) and the school’s Block/NAC/Municipality location (used for the merit list).
- Fill each candidate’s details, upload photo and signature (JPG, up to 50 KB), save, check and Final Submit; print the form and keep the registration number.
- Applications are online only (PMST-2025 window: 13-25 Dec 2025); offline forms are not accepted.
Who can apply for PMST 2026?
Two categories: Category I (Class VI) and Category II (Class IX) students (from PMST-2025 admit card login).
Qualifying and selection: Merit list is prepared location-wise (Block/NAC/Municipality/Municipal Corporation); the scheme document gives a fixed number of scholarships per block/ULB (e.g. 10 per block for Stage I) and continuation each year needs 60% aggregate in the annual exam.
What is the PMST exam pattern?
PMST has multiple-choice questions. Mode: offline objective test on OMR answer sheet at block-level centres (same or nearby block). Yes – 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer; 0 for unattempted. The number of questions and marks depend on the class:
| Class | Questions | Marks | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 (Stage I) | 60 | 150 | Mathematics – 60 objective MCQs (4 options), 2.5 marks each |
| 9 (Stage II) | 60 | 150 | Mathematics – 60 objective MCQs (4 options), 2.5 marks each |
What do PMST toppers get?
Per the S&ME Department scheme document: Stage I (Class 6) Rs 200 a month up to Class 12 (4,000 scholarships) and Stage II (Class 9) Rs 300 a month (1,000 scholarships), paid to the student’s bank account. Separately, the PSMTS for Class 11-12 pays Rs 5,000 a year to the top 1,000 students per class on HSC marks.
PMST 2026 Official Notices and Links
Every date on this page comes from these official pages (30 October 2026):
- bseodisha.ac.in/ – Registration
PMST 2026 FAQs
Is PMST 2026 registration open?
PMST-2026 not announced yet; last cycle form opened 14 Dec 2025 (PMST-2024 form: 7 Jan 2025).
Who is eligible for PMST?
Two categories: Category I (Class VI) and Category II (Class IX) students (from PMST-2025 admit card login).
How many questions are there in PMST?
Class 6 (Stage I): 60 questions, 150 marks; Class 9 (Stage II): 60 questions, 150 marks.
What is the official website of PMST?
bseodisha.ac.in