The Office of the Pareeksha Commissioner, Thiruvananthapuram, issued the notification on 18 September 2026. K-TET is the qualifying test for anyone who wants to teach in Kerala's Lower Primary, Upper Primary and High School sections. It is also required for language teachers and specialist teachers (Art & Craft and Physical Education). The test follows the Right to Education Act, 2009, and the NCTE's requirement that teachers pass an eligibility test.
Kerala TET September 2026 Overview
| Exam Authority | Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test September 2026 |
| Short Name | KTET September 2026 |
| Categories | Category 1, Category 2, Category 3 and Category 4 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 23 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 3 October 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 14 and 15 November 2026 |
| Official Website | ktet.kerala.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration begins | 23 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply online and pay the fee | 3 October 2026 |
| Last date to take the final application printout | 3 October 2026 |
| Hall ticket release date | 4 November 2026 |
| Category 1 and Category 2 examination | 14 November 2026 |
| Category 3 and Category 4 examination | 15 November 2026 |
KTET Category Details
| Category | Teaching Level |
|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lower Primary classes |
| Category 2 | Upper Primary classes |
| Category 3 | High School classes |
| Category 4 | Language teachers, specialist teachers and Physical Education teachers |
KTET September 2026 Exam Schedule
| Category | Exam Date | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | 14 November 2026 | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM | 2½ hours |
| Category 2 | 14 November 2026 | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM | 2½ hours |
| Category 3 | 15 November 2026 | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM | 2½ hours |
| Category 4 | 15 November 2026 | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM | 2½ hours |
Educational Qualification
KTET Category 1
Candidates should possess the prescribed Higher Secondary or equivalent qualification with the required marks along with a teacher-training qualification such as:
- Two-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Two-year Diploma in Education or Special Education, where applicable
KTET Category 2
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree with the required teacher-training qualification. Depending on the applicable eligibility route, accepted qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s degree with B.Ed.
- Higher Secondary with four-year B.El.Ed.
- Higher Secondary with four-year BA.Ed. or B.Sc.Ed.
- Other equivalent qualifications recognized under the applicable NCTE and Kerala Government rules
KTET Category 3
Candidates should possess the prescribed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the relevant subject along with B.Ed., MSc.Ed. or another recognized teacher-training qualification applicable to High School teaching.
KTET Category 4
Category 4 is intended for language teachers, specialist teachers and Physical Education teachers. Candidates must possess the qualification prescribed for the relevant teaching post under Kerala Education Department rules.
Applicants should check the category-wise qualification and equivalency conditions in the official notification before submitting the application.
Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General and other candidates | ₹500 |
| SC, ST and differently-abled candidates | ₹250 |
The examination fee must be paid online using the payment options provided on the application portal, including net banking, credit card or debit card.
KTET Exam Pattern
| Question Type | Multiple-choice questions |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
| Exam Duration | 2½ hours |
| Answering Method | OMR answer sheet |
Each KTET category contains 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks. The category-wise syllabus and distribution of questions vary according to the teaching level.
KTET Qualifying Marks
| Candidate Category | Minimum Percentage | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General category | 60% | 90 out of 150 |
| SC, ST, OBC and OEC | 55% | 82 out of 150 |
| Differently-abled candidates | 50% | 75 out of 150 |
How to Apply for KTET September 2026
- Visit the official KTET website at ktet.kerala.gov.in.
- Open the KTET September 2026 online application link.
- Select “New Registration.”
- Read the application instructions carefully.
- Enter the required personal, educational and category details.
- Select the KTET category or categories for which you are eligible.
- Upload the prescribed photograph and other required files.
- Check all entered information before confirming the application.
- Pay the examination fee through the available online payment option.
- Complete the final submission by 3 October 2026.
- Download and retain the final application printout and transaction details.
Applications are accepted only online. Candidates are not required to send the application printout or certificate copies to Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan.
Photograph Requirements
- The photograph must be recent and clear.
- The background should meet the specifications prescribed in the notification.
- The applicant’s face must be clearly visible.
- The photograph must be uploaded in the prescribed format and file size.
- Candidates should not upload an unclear or unsuitable photograph.
KTET Hall Ticket 2026
The KTET September 2026 hall ticket will be available from 4 November 2026. Candidates must download it from the official KTET website using their application credentials.
The hall ticket will contain the examination centre, reporting time and candidate-specific instructions. A printed hall ticket must be carried to the examination centre.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must check their category-wise eligibility before applying.
- Separate examinations are conducted for Categories 1, 2, 3 and 4.
- Eligible candidates may apply for more than one category by paying the applicable fee.
- Applications can be submitted only through the official online portal.
- Candidates must carefully verify all information before confirming the application.
- Changes may not be permitted after final confirmation.
- The final application printout and payment transaction details should be retained.
- The examination will be conducted using OMR answer sheets.
- Candidates should regularly check the official websites for updates.
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