The Kerala TET Notification 2026 has been released by the Government of Kerala through Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan (KPB) for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Lower Primary, Upper Primary, High School, and Specialist categories in Kerala schools.
Kerala TET 2026 Notification Overview
The Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET February 2026) is a state-level eligibility exam conducted by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan to assess the teaching aptitude and competencies of aspiring teachers in Kerala. The official Kerala TET 2026 notification and registration details are available on the website ktet.kerala.gov.in.
Kerala TET 2026 – Key Details
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Exam Name: Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2026
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Conducting Authority: Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan (KPB)
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Exam Level: State-level Teacher Eligibility Test
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Categories: Category I (Lower Primary), Category II (Upper Primary), Category III (High School), Category IV (Language & Specialist Teachers)
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Mode of Application: Online
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Mode of Exam: Offline OMR-based (Multiple Choice Questions)
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Job Purpose: Teacher eligibility certification for Kerala schools
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Official Website: https://ktet.kerala.gov.in
Download Kerala TET Notification 2026 PDF
About Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET)
KTET evaluates the quality, aptitude, and teaching skills of candidates for teaching positions in Kerala. Qualifying in KTET is mandatory for appointments as teachers in government and most government-aided schools, per NCTE norms and state rules.
The exam targets different school levels via four categories: Lower Primary (Classes 1–5), Upper Primary (Classes 6–8), High School (Classes 9–10), and Language/Specialist teachers.
A valid KTET score enables applications for teaching posts in Kerala government, aided, and recognized private schools, subject to specific recruitment rules.
Kerala TET Exam Date 2026
Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the KTET February 2026 notification and schedule. Application submission is open, but exam dates are yet to be finalized.
| Event | KTET 2026 February Session |
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| Status | Notification Released |
| Notification Release Date | Released – Available at ktet.kerala.gov.in |
| Online Application Start Date | 26 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 March 2026 |
| Final Printout | 13 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To Be Announced |
| KTET 2026 Exam Dates | To Be Announced |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
(Note: There appears to be a separate KTET cycle with exams on 21/02/2026 and 23/02/2026, but the February 2026 notification refers to the upcoming application phase starting 26/02/2026. Always verify the latest on the official site.)
Kerala TET Application Form 2026
Apply online only via ktet.kerala.gov.in. Offline forms are not accepted.
How to Apply Online for KTET 2026
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Visit https://ktet.kerala.gov.in.
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Click on the “Registration” or “New Registration” link for KTET February 2026.
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Register with name, mobile number, email ID, and select category (I/II/III/IV).
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Log in with registration ID and password.
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Fill personal, educational, category, and exam centre details.
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Upload scanned photo and signature (prescribed format/size).
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Pay the fee online (debit/credit card, net banking).
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Submit and print the confirmation page.
Kerala TET Application Fee 2026
Fees are category-wise and paid per category applied for (confirm exact amounts in the 2026 PDF).
- Unreserved: Rs. 500/-
- SC/ST/PWD: Rs. 250/-
Kerala TET Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility varies by category, based on NCTE and Kerala Education Rules.
Category I – Lower Primary (Classes 1–5)
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with 45–50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed/TTC, or equivalent qualifications like a 4-year B.El.Ed.
Category II – Upper Primary (Classes 6–8)
- Graduation with 45–50% + 2-year D.El.Ed, or Graduation + 1-year B.Ed.
Category III – High School (Classes 9–10)
- BA/BSc/BCom with 45–50% in relevant subject + B.Ed. Relaxations for reserved categories.
Category IV – Language & Specialist Teachers
- Qualifications for Arabic/Hindi/Sanskrit/Urdu teachers (up to Upper Primary), Art & Craft, Physical Education per Kerala Education Rules Chapter XXXI.
Relaxations in marks apply for SC/ST, OBC, and differently abled as per state norms.
Kerala TET Age Limit 2026
No upper age limit for appearing in KTET (focus on educational qualifications). Minimum age typically 18 years or per recruitment rules. Check the notification and appointing authority ads.
Kerala TET Syllabus 2026
Category-wise, covering child psychology, pedagogy, languages, and subjects.
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Child Development & Pedagogy
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Language I (Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada)
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Language II (English/others)
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Mathematics
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Environmental Studies/Science & Social Science
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Subject specialization (for Categories II, III, IV)
Kerala TET Exam Pattern 2026
150 MCQs for 150 marks, 2.5 hours duration. No negative marking.
| Category | Papers | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
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| Category I | Single | 150 | 150 | 2.5 hours | No |
| Category II | Single | 150 | 150 | 2.5 hours | No |
| Category III | Single | 150 | 150 | 2.5 hours | No |
| Category IV | Single | 150 | 150 | 2.5 hours | No |
Kerala TET Admit Card 2026
Released online before the exam. Carry printed copy + photo ID.
Steps to Download:
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Visit ktet.kerala.gov.in.
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Click “Download Admit Card” for February 2026.
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Log in with application/registration ID and DOB.
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Download, verify details, print.
Kerala TET Result 2026
Declared on ktet.kerala.gov.in after answer key process. Includes provisional keys, objections, final keys, and scorecards.
Kerala TET Qualifying Marks 2026
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General: 60% (90/150)
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OBC/OEC: Relaxation (e.g., ~55%)
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SC/ST/Differently Abled: Further relaxed (e.g., ~50%)
KTET Certificate Validity & Career Opportunities
Certificate validity aligns with NCTE/state guidelines (often lifetime/extended). It qualifies for teacher recruitments in Kerala schools, aids promotions, and is mandatory for many posts.
