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The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) has released the official notification for MAHA TET 2025. This exam is a mandatory eligibility test for candidates aspiring to become teachers in primary and upper primary schools across Maharashtra. With the exam scheduled for 23 November 2025, aspirants must gear up and start their preparation early. The application process will start on 15 September 0225. For more information on MAHA TET, candidates must read the following article.
MAHA TET Notification 2025: Overview
The notification confirms the conduct of the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) in November 2025. The exam is designed to assess the teaching aptitude and subject knowledge of candidates who wish to secure teaching jobs in state-run schools.
| MAHA TET Notification 2025 | |
| Exam Name | Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) |
| Purpose | Eligibility test for teaching positions in Maharashtra schools |
| Application Dates | 15 September 2025 to 3 October 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | 10 November 2025 to 23 November 2025 |
| Exam Date | 23 November 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper-based) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Level of Exam | State-level |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
MAHA TET Eligibility Criteria 2025
The MAHA TET Eligibility Criteria 2025 are set according to the teaching levels. For Paper I, which is for Classes I–V, candidates must have passed 12th standard with at least 50% marks and hold a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or an equivalent qualification. Final-year students pursuing D.El.Ed are also eligible to apply. For Paper II, meant for Classes VI–VIII, candidates are required to be graduates with a D.El.Ed, B.Ed, or an equivalent teaching qualification. This ensures that only qualified and trained candidates appear for the exam.
| MAHA TET Eligibility Criteria | ||
| Level of Exam | Educational Qualification | Professional Qualification |
| 1st to 5th (Paper-I) | 10 +2 | Diploma in Teacher Edu. (D.Ed.) OR Graduate in Teacher Edu.(B.Ed.) |
| 6th to 8th (Paper-II) | 10 +2 & Graduation | Diploma in Teacher Edu. (D.Ed.) OR Graduate in Teacher Edu.(B.Ed.) |
| Both (Paper -I & II) | 10 +2 & Graduation | Diploma in Teacher Edu. (D.Ed.) OR Graduate in Teacher Edu.(B.Ed.) |
MAHA TET Application Form 2025
The MAHA TET 2025 application process will be conducted online through the official website. Candidates must carefully fill in their personal, academic, and professional details, upload the required documents, and complete the fee payment within the given timeline. The application window will remain open from 15 September 2025 to 3 October 2025. After successful registration, candidates can download their admit cards between 10 November 2025 and 23 November 2025, ahead of the exam scheduled for 23 November 2025.
Steps to Apply for MAHA TET 2025
- Visit the official MAHA TET website.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal and educational details in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
MAHA TET Application Fees 2025
The MAHA TET Application Fees 2025 have been set differently for various categories. Candidates from the General and OBC categories need to pay ₹500 if they are applying for one paper and ₹800 if they choose to appear for both papers. For SC, ST, and other reserved category candidates, the fee is ₹250 for one paper and ₹400 for both papers. This fee structure ensures affordability for candidates from reserved categories while maintaining standard charges for others.
- General/OBC: ₹500 for one paper, ₹800 for both papers.
- SC/ST/Reserved categories: ₹250 for one paper, ₹400 for both papers.
MAHA TET Admit Card 2025
The admit card will be released online a few weeks before the exam. Candidates must download it using their registration details. The hall ticket will contain the exam date, timing, and exam centre details.
MAHA TET Syllabus 2025
The MAHA TET Syllabus 2025 is designed to test a candidate’s teaching aptitude and subject knowledge across two levels. This syllabus ensures that candidates are evaluated on both teaching skills and subject expertise.
- Paper I: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I (Marathi/Other), Language II (English/Hindi), Mathematics, Environmental Studies.
- Paper II: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science (for Science teachers), Social Studies (for Social Science teachers).
MAHA TET Exam Pattern 2025
The MAHA TET Exam Pattern 2025 is straightforward and candidate-friendly. Each paper consists of 150 multiple-choice questions, carrying one mark each. There is no negative marking, which allows candidates to attempt all questions without the fear of losing marks. The total duration of the exam is 2 hours and 30 minutes, making the maximum score for each paper 150 marks. This structure ensures that aspirants are tested fairly on their knowledge and teaching aptitude.
| MAHA TET 2025 Exam Pattern | |||||
| MAHA TET Paper-I | MAHA TET Paper-II | ||||
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
|
60 | 60 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 | |||
| Total | 150 | 150 | Total | 150 | 150 |
MAHA TET Previous Year Question Paper
Candidates are advised to practice with previous year question papers to understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and type of questions asked. Solving past papers also helps improve time management.
MAHA TET Cut Off 2025
General Category: 60% marks
Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD): 55% marks
MAHA TET Selection Process 2025
Application Submission: Candidates must complete the online form accurately.
- Admit Card: Download from the official website.
- Written Examination: Paper I and II as per eligibility.
- Answer Key: Official solutions released post-exam.
- Result Declaration: Based on the final answer key.
- Certificate Issuance: Qualified candidates receive the MAHA TET certificate.
MAHA TET Certificate Validity 2025
The MAHA TET Certificate 2025 will have lifetime validity, allowing candidates to apply for teaching posts across Maharashtra without reappearing for the test, provided they meet the age and recruitment conditions set by the appointing authority.
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