Andhra Pradesh, October 25, 2025: The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh has officially released the AP TET (Teacher Eligibility Test) October 2025 notification, opening the registration window for aspiring teachers across the state. This examination is mandatory for candidates seeking teaching positions in Government, Mandal Parishad, Zilla Parishad, Municipal, and Private Aided Schools for Classes 1 to 8.
Candidates are advised to carefully review the official notification and complete their applications within the prescribed deadlines.
Important Dates for AP TET October 2025
Event
Date
Notification Release
October 24, 2025
Start of Online Application
October 24, 2025
Last Date for Application & Fee Payment
November 23, 2025
Online Mock Test Availability
November 25, 2025
Admit Card Download
December 3, 2025
AP TET Exam (CBT Mode)
December 10, 2025 onwards
Release of Initial Answer Key
January 2, 2026
Declaration of Final Results
January 19, 2026
Candidates should submit applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Fee Payment: Pay the examination fee of Rs. 1,000 per paper through the online payment gateway. A Journal Number will be generated upon successful payment.
Download Information Bulletin: Review the bulletin to understand eligibility, exam structure, and syllabus.
Fill Online Application: Use the Journal Number to complete the application form with personal and educational details.
Upload Documents: Upload a recent photograph and signature in JPEG format (under 50 KB).
Submit and Print: After final submission, download and print the application form and fee confirmation for reference.
⚠️ No edits are allowed once the application is submitted, so review details carefully.
Eligibility Criteria for AP TET 2025
Candidates must meet the educational and professional qualifications as prescribed:
Essential Qualifications:
Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed)
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or equivalent NCTE-recognized courses.
Candidates in their final semester of recognized Teacher Education Courses are also eligible.
Specific eligibility requirements are detailed in the official Information Bulletin for Paper-1A, 1B, 2A, and 2B.
Exam Structure and Papers
The AP TET is a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of four papers based on the teaching level:
Paper
Level
Paper-1A
Classes I-V (Regular Schools)
Paper-1B
Classes I-V (Special Schools)
Paper-2A
Classes VI-VIII (Regular Schools)
Paper-2B
Classes VI-VIII (Special Schools)
Each paper consists of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), totaling 150 marks.
No negative marking is applicable.
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Cut-Off)
Category
Minimum %
Minimum Marks (Out of 150)
OC / EWS
60%
90+
BC
50%
75+
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen
40%
60+
The AP TET certificate is now valid for a lifetime as per NCTE norms. The TET score carries a 20% weightage in future Teacher Recruitment Tests (TRT) in Andhra Pradesh, making a high score essential for selection.
Final Advice for Candidates
Aspiring teachers should apply online early, carefully check eligibility, and prepare according to the syllabus. Keep the Journal Number, application form, and payment confirmation safely for reference. Timely preparation and proper adherence to instructions will ensure a smooth examination process.
