The Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) is a mandatory examination for individuals aspiring to become teachers in primary and upper primary schools across India.
TET holds national significance as it serves as a benchmark for ensuring teaching standards and quality education delivery throughout the country.
TET exams are regulated by both the Central and State Governments, with each state having its own TET examination tailored to its specific educational requirements.
Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age requirements, to be eligible to appear for the TET exams.
TET exams typically consist of two papers: Paper I for teachers of classes 1 to 5, and Paper II for teachers of classes 6 to 8. Both papers assess candidates' proficiency in subjects like Language, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, etc.
The TET certificate is valid for a lifetime, allowing candidates to apply for teaching positions in schools throughout their career without the need for periodic renewal.
Candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories are required to secure a minimum of 60% marks or 90 marks out of 150, while for candidates from the SC/ST category, the passing percentage required is 55%, or 83 marks out of the total score.