Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the notification for the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (K-TET) September 2026. K-TET is a mandatory qualifying exam for candidates aspiring to teach in Lower Primary, Upper Primary, and High School sections in Kerala. Eligible candidates can apply online for Category 1, 2, 3, and 4 examinations from 23 September 2026 to 03 October 2026. Read the detailed notification for complete eligibility criteria before applying online.
Important Dates
| Notification Released | 18 September 2026 |
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| Online Registration Start Date | 23 September 2026 |
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| Last Date for Apply Online | 03 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Final Printout | 03 October 2026 |
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| Hall Ticket Available | 04 November 2026 |
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| Category 1 & 2 Exam Date | 14 November 2026 |
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| Category 3 & 4 Exam Date | 15 November 2026 |
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Application Fee
| General and Other Candidates | ₹ 500/- |
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| SC / ST / Differently Abled | ₹ 250/- |
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| Pay the examination fee through Online Mode using Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card only. |
Age Limit
- Age Limit: No Age Limit
- There is no maximum age limit prescribed for appearing in the Kerala TET Examination.
Exam Pattern (OMR Based)
| Total Questions | 150 Multiple Choice Questions |
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| Total Marks | 150 Marks (1 mark per question) |
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| Exam Duration | 2½ hours per category |
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KTET September 2026: Eligibility & Category Details
| Category | Teaching Level | Educational Eligibility Criteria |
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| Category 1 | Lower Primary Classes | Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with required marks AND a teacher-training qualification such as 2-year D.El.Ed OR 4-year B.El.Ed OR 2-year D.Ed (Special Education). |
| Category 2 | Upper Primary Classes | Bachelor’s Degree with B.Ed. OR Higher Secondary with 4-year B.El.Ed / 4-year BA.Ed. or B.Sc.Ed OR equivalent qualifications recognized under NCTE. |
| Category 3 | High School Classes | 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. |
| Category 4 | Language / Specialist / PE Teachers | Qualifications prescribed for the relevant teaching post (Art, Craft, Physical Education, Languages) under Kerala Education Department rules. |
How to Apply Online for Kerala TET September 2026
- Visit the official Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan KTET website at ktet.kerala.gov.in between 23 September and 03 October 2026.
- Click on the link for “KTET September 2026 Online Application”.
- Select “New Registration” and read all application instructions carefully before proceeding.
- Fill in all the required personal, educational, and category details in the application form.
- Select the appropriate KTET Category (1, 2, 3, or 4) for which you are eligible to appear.
- Upload a recent scanned passport-size photograph and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Preview the entered information thoroughly before making the final submission.
- Pay the examination fee online (₹ 500/- for General, ₹ 250/- for SC/ST/PH) using Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
- After successful payment, submit the final application on or before 03 October 2026.
- Download and retain the final application printout and transaction receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
