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KARTET Notification 2025 Out, Check Eligibility and Apply Online

Good news for aspiring teachers! The Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025 notification is officially out.  Candidates can now check eligibility criteria, important dates, and submit their applications online through the official portal. Don’t miss the chance to secure your teaching career in Karnataka’s schools.

KARTET Recruitment 2025

The Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025 is a gateway for aspiring teachers in classes 1–8. Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualifications to appear for Paper I or Paper II. Successful candidates will receive a TET certificate, which is valid for lifetime eligibility in teacher recruitment.

Kartet Recruitment 2025
Conducting Authority Karnataka School Education Department / Central Admission Cell (CAC), Bengaluru
Exam Name Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025
Application Dates 23 October to 09 November 2025
Exam Date 07 December 2025
Mode of Exam Offline (OMR Based)
Papers Paper I (Classes 1–5) and Paper II (Classes 6–8)
Official Website https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in/cacell/en

KARTET Exam Important Dates 2025

Candidates planning to appear for KARTET 2025 must keep track of all key dates to ensure timely application submission. The schedule includes application start and end dates, exam date, and other important events. Staying updated with these dates helps avoid last-minute issues and ensures smooth participation in the recruitment process.

Event Date
Official Notification Release 22 October 2025
Online Application Start Date 23 October 2025
Last Date to Apply Online 09 November 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment 09 November 2025
Admit Card Release Date November 2025 (Tentative)
KARTET Exam Date 07 December 2025

KARTET Application Form 2025

The KARTET Recruitment Application Form 2025 will be available online on the official website of the Karnataka School Education Department. Eligible candidates can register, fill in their details, upload the required documents, and pay the examination fee within the specified dates. Applicants are advised to complete the process before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

KARTET Recruitment Application Fee 2025

As per the KARTET 2025 Notification PDF, the examination fee varies by category and the number of papers a candidate opts for. The detailed fee structure is provided below:

Category For Paper I or Paper II Only For Both Paper I & II
General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B ₹700 ₹1000
SC / ST / Category-I ₹350 ₹500
Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Exempted Exempted

Steps to Step Guide to Fill Online Application Form

The KARTET 2025 application process will be carried out exclusively online through the official website. Candidates can complete their registration by following these steps:

  1. Go to https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in and carefully review the official notification.
  2. Create a new account using a valid email ID and mobile number.
  3. Log in with the registered credentials and fill in all required details in the application form.
  4. Upload a recent passport-size photograph (up to 50KB) and signature (up to 40KB) in the prescribed format.
  5. Pay the examination fee through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or SBI Challan.
  6. After submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Applicants are advised to complete the application before 09 November 2025, to avoid any last-minute technical issues or server slowdowns.

KARTET Eligibility Criteria 2025

The KARTET Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2025 outlines the educational qualifications and minimum marks required for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Karnataka’s primary and upper primary schools. It ensures that only qualified individuals are eligible to appear for Paper I or Paper II. Reserved category candidates also receive a relaxation in marks as per government norms.

Educational Qualification

For Paper I (Teaching Classes 1–5):
Candidates must meet any one of the following educational qualifications:

  • Passed PUC or an equivalent exam with at least 50% marks and completed or currently pursuing a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
  • Secured 50% marks in PUC or equivalent and completed or pursuing a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
  • Obtained 50% marks in Senior Secondary (or equivalent) along with a 2-year Diploma in Special Education.
  • Graduates with a minimum of 50% marks who have completed or are pursuing D.El.Ed or B.Ed are also eligible.

For Paper II (Teaching Classes 6–8):
Applicants should fulfill any of the following conditions:

  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and a D.El.Ed or B.Ed qualification.
  • Have Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks and a 4-year B.El.Ed degree.
  • Possess a graduation degree with 50% marks and a B.Ed in Special Education.

A 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks is granted to candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government norms.

KARTET Recruitment Selection Process 2025

Stage Details
1. Written Examination Conducted offline (OMR-based) for Paper I and/or Paper II.
2. Document Verification Eligibility and credentials are verified during the teacher recruitment process.
Interview Not applicable – No interview or oral test is part of KARTET.
Qualifying Marks General: 60% & above SC/ST/PwD: 55% & above
Certificate Issuance Eligible candidates receive a computer-generated TET Certificate online.
Note The TET certificate is a qualifying credential, not a job guarantee.

KARTET Recruitment Exam Pattern 2025

  • Each paper consists of 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 1 mark each.
  • Total Marks: 150
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • No negative marking for incorrect answers.

Paper I – For Classes 1 to 5

Subject Area No. of Questions Maximum Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
Language I 30 30
Language II 30 30
Mathematics 30 30
Environmental Studies 30 30
Total 150 150

Paper II – For Classes 6 to 8

Subject Area No. of Questions Maximum Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
Language I 30 30
Language II 30 30
Mathematics & Science or Social Studies 60 60
Total 150 150

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