Kerala TET Notification 2026: KTET Exam Date, Eligibility, Apply Online & Syllabus

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• Updated February 25, 2026 10:04 AM
• by Alaguvelan M
• 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.

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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.

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.
• (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.)

How to Apply Online for KTET 2026

• Visit https://ktet.kerala.gov.in.
• Click on the “Registration” or “New Registration” link for KTET February 2026.
• Register with name, mobile number, email ID, and select category (I/II/III/IV).
• Log in with registration ID and password.
• Fill personal, educational, category, and exam centre details.
• Upload scanned photo and signature (prescribed format/size).
• Pay the fee online (debit/credit card, net banking).
• 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.

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.
• Child Development & Pedagogy
• Language I (Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada)
• Language II (English/others)
• Mathematics
• Environmental Studies/Science & Social Science
• Subject specialization (for Categories II, III, IV)

Kerala TET Exam Pattern 2026

• 150 MCQs for 150 marks, 2.5 hours duration. No negative marking.

Q3. What qualification is required for Kerala TET?

• The required qualification depends on the category, but in general candidates must have Higher Secondary with D.El.Ed for Lower Primary, Graduation with D.El.Ed or B.Ed for Upper Primary, and Graduation in the concerned subject with B.Ed for High School, along with specific norms for Language and Specialist teachers.

Application and notification links supplied by the source

• Official Website: https://ktet.kerala.gov.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.