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AP TET 2026 June Notification Out, Exam Date, Apply Online Link

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has officially released the AP TET 2026 June Notification today, on 05 June 2026. This is great news for all candidates who want to become teachers in Andhra Pradesh. AP TET stands for Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test. This exam is conducted every year to check if a person is eligible to teach students from Class I to VIII in government and private schools of Andhra Pradesh. Read this full article to know everything about AP TET 2026 June, from eligibility to exam dates to how to apply online.

AP TET 2026 June Notification Out

The AP TET June 2026 Notification has been officially released on 05 June 2026 by the Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh. Along with the notification, the Information Bulletin has also been published on the official website http://cse.ap.gov.in. The exam is being conducted as per the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, and NCTE guidelines. As per the Supreme Court order in Civil Appeal No. 1385/2025, even in-service teachers who were recruited before the RTE Act and have more than five years of service left must also qualify in TET. So both fresh candidates and serving teachers can apply for AP TET June 2026.

AP TET 2026 Notification: Overview

The AP TET 2026 Notification has been released for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Andhra Pradesh. Check the key highlights of the exam, including the conducting authority, application mode, exam pattern, and other important details below.

Particulars Details
Exam Name Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET)
Conducting Body Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh
Notification Date 05 June 2026
Application Start Date 05 June 2026
Application Last Date 05 July 2026
Exam Mode Computer Based Test (CBT)
Exam Dates 05 August 2026 to 21 August 2026
Official Website http://cse.ap.gov.in
Certificate Validity Lifetime
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AP TET 2026 Important Dates

Knowing all the important dates is very important so that you do not miss any deadline. Below is the complete schedule for AP TET June 2026.

Event Date
Notification Release & Information Bulletin 05 June 2026
Online Application Starts 05 June 2026
Fee Payment Last Date 05 July 2026
Online Application Last Date 05 July 2026
Online Mock Test Availability 15 July 2026
Hall Ticket Download Starts 25 July 2026 onwards
Release of Initial Answer Key 24 August 2026
Objection Window on Initial Key 25 August 2026 to 31 August 2026
Release of Final Answer Key 08 September 2026
Final Result Declaration 15 September 2026

AP TET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must check their eligibility before applying for AP TET June 2026. The eligibility is different for different papers. The table below gives a clear picture of the minimum qualifications required for each paper.

Paper For Classes Minimum Qualification Required
Paper 1A I to V (Regular Schools) Intermediate with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD) + 2-year D.El.Ed / 4-year B.El.Ed / 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education). For qualifications before 2011: Intermediate with 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) + D.El.Ed
Paper 1B I to V (Special Education) Intermediate with 50% marks + 2-year D.Ed. Special Education / 1-year Diploma in Special Education (DSE) / DCBR with 6-month CwSN / PGDCBR with CwSN / other RCI-recognized qualifications. 45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD
Paper 2A VI to VIII (Regular Schools) Graduation with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD) + B.Ed / 4-year B.El.Ed / 4-year integrated B.A.Ed or B.Sc.Ed / B.Ed Special Education / 3-year integrated B.Ed–M.Ed (PG with 55% marks). For pre-2011: Graduation with 45% marks + B.Ed
Paper 2A – Language Teachers VI to VIII (Languages) Graduation with 50% marks in the concerned Language as optional subject / Bachelor of Oriental Language / Graduation in Literature / PG in Language + B.Ed or Language Pandit Training Certificate
Paper 2B VI to VIII (Special Schools) Graduation or PG with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD) + B.Ed Special Education / B.Ed General with 1 or 2-year Diploma in Special Education / PGPD / PGPC / PG Diploma in Special Education or other RCI-approved qualifications

Note: Final year students of D.El.Ed, D.Ed Special Education, B.Ed, or B.Ed Special Education can also apply, but they cannot appear in TRT (Teacher Recruitment Test) until they complete their degree.

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AP TET 2026 June Apply Link

The online application for AP TET June 2026 is now active. Candidates can apply through the official website. Make sure you read the information bulletin carefully before filling in the application form. The link will remain active from 05 June 2026 to 05 July 2026. Below is the direct apply link for your convenience.

Procedure to Apply for AP TET 2026 June

Applying for AP TET June 2026 is fully online. There is no offline mode of application. Here is a simple step-by-step process to help you apply without any confusion. Follow each step carefully so that your application is not rejected.

  • Go to the official website: http://cse.ap.gov.in
  • Click on “Apply Online” or the “Application Link” available on the homepage
  • Click on the new registration box and provide basic details, Name, Father/Mother’s Name,
  • Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Email ID, Mobile Number, Gender, Category, and Address
  • Upload your photograph (size 3.5×3.5 cm, pasted on white paper with signature below in black ink), scan and save as JPEG, file size not more than 50 KB
  • Tick the declaration, enter the verification code, and create your login credentials (User ID and Password)
  • Log in using your Journal Number and fill in your educational qualification details
  • Choose the paper(s) you are applying for (Paper 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B)
  • Click PREVIEW to check all details, then click SUBMIT if everything is correct
  • Pay the application fee of Rs. 1000/– per paper through the Payment Gateway
  • Take a printout of the submitted application and keep it for future reference.

AP TET 2026 Application Fees

The application fee for AP TET June 2026 is the same for all papers. Candidates need to pay separately for each paper they wish to appear in. The fee can be paid online through the Payment Gateway on the official website.

Paper Application Fee
Paper 1A Rs. 1000/-
Paper 1B Rs. 1000/-
Paper 2A Rs. 1000/-
Paper 2B Rs. 1000/-
All 4 Papers Rs. 4000/- (Rs. 1000/- per paper)
  • Fee Payment Mode: Online through Payment Gateway (APONLINE / e-Seva)
  • Fee Payment Dates: 05 June 2026 to 05 July 2026

AP TET Exam Schedule 2026

The AP TET June 2026 Exam Schedule has been officially released along with the notification on 05 June 2026. The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates must check the complete schedule carefully and plan their preparation accordingly.

Activity Date / Schedule
Exam Dates 05 August 2026 to 21 August 2026
Session I Timing 9:30 AM to 12:00 Noon
Session II Timing 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM

AP TET 2026 Exam Pattern

AP TET June 2026 will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT). All questions will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). There is no negative marking, so candidates can attempt all questions without any fear.

Paper 1A: For Classes I to V (Regular Schools)

Part Subject No. of MCQs Marks
Part 1 Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
Part 2 Language I (Optional: Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/Kannada/Tamil/Odiya) 30 30
Part 3 Language II (Compulsory: English) 30 30
Part 4 Mathematics 30 30
Part 5 Environmental Studies 30 30
Total 150 150

Paper 1B : For Classes I to V (Special Education)- Same pattern as Paper 1A, with Child Development & Pedagogy focused on Special Education.

Paper 2A: For Classes VI to VIII (Regular Schools)

Part Subject No. of MCQs Marks
Part 1 Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
Part 2 Language I (Optional: Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/Kannada/Tamil/Odiya/Sanskrit) 30 30
Part 3 Language II (Compulsory: English) 30 30
Part 4 Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies OR Language 60 60
Total 150 150

Paper 2B : For Classes VI to VIII (Special Schools)

Part Subject No. of MCQs Marks
Part 1 Child Development & Pedagogy (Special Education) 30 30
Part 2 Language I (Optional) 30 30
Part 3 Language II (English, Compulsory) 30 30
Part 4 Category of Disability Specialization & Pedagogy 60 60
Total 150 150

AP TET 2026 Syllabus

The detailed syllabus for AP TET June 2026 has been published on the official website http://cse.ap.gov.in. The syllabus is designed by SCERT (State Academic Authority). Here is a general overview of the topics covered in each part.

  • Child Development & Pedagogy (Paper 1): Educational Psychology, Growth & Development, Personality Theories, Individual Differences, Learning, Assessment, Mental Health, Guidance & Counseling, based on D.El.Ed curriculum of AP
  • Child Development & Pedagogy (Paper 2): Same topics as above but based on B.Ed curriculum and relevant to secondary level teaching
  • Language I & II: Proficiency in Language, Elements of Language, Communication and Comprehension skills, 24 MCQs on Content + 6 MCQs on Pedagogy
  • Mathematics (Paper 1): Topics from Classes III to VIII, with difficulty level up to Class X – 24 MCQs on Content + 6 MCQs on Pedagogy
  • Environmental Studies (Paper 1): Topics from Classes III to VIII, with linkage up to Class X- 24 MCQs on Content + 6 MCQs on Pedagogy
  • Mathematics & Science / Social Studies / Language (Paper 2A): Topics from Classes VI to X, with difficulty level up to Intermediate (Class XII)
  • Textbooks to Follow: 2025–26 State Syllabus Textbooks of Classes III to X; D.Ed/D.El.Ed Telugu Academy Textbooks (2014-2025 editions); SCERT D.El.Ed Textbooks (2019 edition)

AP TET June 2026: FAQs

When was AP TET June 2026 Notification released?

The AP TET June 2026 Notification was officially released on 05 June 2026 by the Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh.

What is the last date to apply for AP TET June 2026?

The last date to pay the fee and submit the online application is 05 July 2026. Do not wait till the last day.

What is the application fee for AP TET 2026?

The fee is Rs. 1000/- per paper. If a candidate wants to appear for all four papers, the total fee will be Rs. 4000/-.

Is there any negative marking in AP TET 2026?

No, there is no negative marking in AP TET 2026. Candidates can attempt all 150 questions without worrying about wrong answers.

Can final year B.Ed or D.El.Ed students apply for AP TET 2026?

Yes, students in their final semester of B.Ed, D.El.Ed, or equivalent courses can apply. However, they cannot use the AP TET certificate for Teacher Recruitment Test (TRT) until they complete their degree.

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