APTET June 2026 application process has started at the official website cse.ap.gov.in. Check the complete details regarding the Teacher Eligibility Test from the article.
The Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh, has released a detailed notification announcing the conduct of the Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test – APTET-JUNE-2026. This Computer Based Test (CBT) will be conducted across all districts of the State. Interested candidates who fulfil the required eligibility criteria can now submit their application forms online as the online application process has started at the official website cse.ap.gov.in. Check the complete exam details here.
APTET June 2026 – Highlights
Candidates who possess D.El.Ed. / B.Ed. or its equivalent qualifications, as well as those pursuing the final semester of said courses, are eligible to appear for APTET-JUNE-2026. The test will be conducted in four papers: Paper-1A (Classes I-V Regular), Paper-1B (Classes I-V Special), Paper-2A (Classes VI-VIII Regular), and Paper-2B (Classes VI-VIII Special). Qualified candidates will receive an APTET certificate valid for life time, and 20% weightage will be given to APTET score in the ensuing Teacher Recruitment Test (TRT).
| Conducting Body | Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Test Name | Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test – APTET-JUNE-2026 |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Papers | Paper-1A (I-V Regular), Paper-1B (I-V Special), Paper-2A (VI-VIII Regular), Paper-2B (VI-VIII Special) |
| Total Marks per Paper | 150 |
| Number of Questions per Paper | 150 MCQs |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 5th June to 5th July 2026 |
| Eligibility | D.El.Ed. / B.Ed. / D.Ed. (Special Education) / B.Ed. (Special Education) or pursuing final semester (as per NCTE/RCI norms) |
| Pass Criteria | 40% to 60% (Category-wise) |
| Validity of Certificate | Life time (as per NCTE guidelines dated 09.06.2021) |
| Weightage in TRT | 20% APTET score + 80% TRT written test |
| Official Website | cse.ap.gov.in |
APTET June 2026 Notification Out
The official APTET June 2026 Notification has been released by the Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, at their official website cse.ap.gov.in to conduct the Teacher Eligibility Test for aspiring teachers. Candidates who are willing to appear for the test must go through the detailed Information Bulletin available on the website to check all the important details regarding the examination.
Andhra Pradesh TET June 2026 Important Dates
To appear for the APTET-JUNE-2026 examination, candidates have to complete their duly filled application form through the official website cse.ap.gov.in. Make sure to fill out the online form before 5th July 2026 to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification & Information Bulletin Release Date | 5th June 2026 |
| Payment of Fees through Payment Gateway | 5th June to 5th July 2026 |
| Online Application Submission Start & End Date | 5th June to 5th July 2026 |
| Online Mock Test Availability | 15th July 2026 |
| Hall Ticket Download | 25th July 2026 Onwards |
| Schedule of Examination | 5th August to 21st August 2026 |
| Release of Initial Key | 24th August 2026 |
| Receiving of Objection on Initial Key | 25th to 31st August 2026 |
| Release of Final Key | 8th September 2026 |
| Final Results Declaration | 15th September 2026 |
APTET June 2026 Vacancy / Paper Details
The APTET-JUNE-2026 examination consists of four papers. Candidates can appear for one or more papers based on their qualifications and the classes they intend to teach.
| Paper | For Classes | School Type | Subjects (All Compulsory) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1A | I to V | Regular Schools | Child Development & Pedagogy, Language-I (Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/Kannada/Tamil/Odiya), Language-II (English), Mathematics, Environmental Studies |
| Paper-1B | I to V | Special Schools | Child Development & Pedagogy (Special Education), Language-I, Language-II (English), Mathematics, Environmental Studies |
| Paper-2A | VI to VIII | Regular Schools | Child Development & Pedagogy, Language-I (Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/Kannada/Tamil/Odiya/Sanskrit), Language-II (English), Mathematics & Science (for Maths/Science teachers) OR Social Studies (for Social Studies teachers) OR Language (for Language teachers) |
| Paper-2B | VI to VIII | Special Schools | Child Development & Pedagogy (Special Education), Language-I, Language-II (English), Category of Disability Specialization & Pedagogy |
Who is eligible for APTET June 2026?
Before applying for the test, candidates must be familiar with the required eligibility criteria as set by the officials.
| Particular | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| For Paper-1A (Classes I-V Regular) | Intermediate with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD) + 2-year D.El.Ed. OR 4-year B.El.Ed. OR 2-year D.Ed. (Special Education). (Pre-2011 qualifications: 45% marks in Intermediate, 40% for reserved categories) |
| For Paper-1B (Classes I-V Special) | Intermediate with 50% marks + 2-year D.Ed. Special Education OR 1-year Diploma in Special Education (DSE) OR other RCI-recognized qualifications. (45% marks for reserved categories) |
| For Paper-2A (Classes VI-VIII Regular) | Graduation with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD) + B.Ed. OR 4-year B.El.Ed. OR 4-year integrated B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed. OR Post-Graduation with 55% marks + 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed. (Pre-2011: 45% marks in Graduation, 40% for reserved categories) |
| For Paper-2B (Classes VI-VIII Special) | Graduation/Post-Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed. (Special Education) OR B.Ed. (General) with 1/2-year Diploma in Special Education OR other RCI-recognized qualifications. (45% marks for reserved categories) |
| Pursuing Candidates | Candidates pursuing final semester of D.El.Ed. / D.Ed. Special Education / B.Ed. / B.Ed. Special Education are also eligible to appear for APTET. However, they cannot appear for TRT without acquiring the requisite qualifications. |
| In-Service Teachers | As per Supreme Court judgment, in-service teachers recruited prior to RTE Act with more than 5 years service left must qualify TET. Eligibility criteria for appearing are exempted for them. |
Application Fee
The fee towards submission of application online and for the conduct of Computer Based Examination is as follows:
| Particulars | Fee |
|---|---|
| For each Paper (1A, 1B, 2A, 2B) separately | Rs. 1000/- |
| Candidates applying for all papers (having both D.El.Ed. and B.Ed.) | Rs. 1000/- per paper |
Note: Candidates shall pay the fee through Payment Gateway from 05.06.2026 to 05.07.2026.
How to Apply for APTET June 2026?
- Head over to the official portal of the Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, at cse.ap.gov.in or tet2dsc.apcfss.in.
- Download the ‘Information Bulletin’ free of cost from the website from 05.06.2026 onwards.
- Read the instructions thoroughly before submitting the online application form.
- Click on the active link for “APTET-JUNE-2026 Online Application” and click on “New Register”.
- Provide basic details (Name, DOB, Aadhaar number, email ID, mobile number, category, address, etc.).
- Upload your latest photograph (3.5×3.5 cm, pasted on white paper with signature below in black ink) as a single JPEG image (size not more than 50kb).
- Complete registration to receive a ‘Journal Number’. (Note: Journal Number is only fee confirmation, not application completion.)
- Log in with your Journal Number and credentials, then fill in educational qualifications and select the paper(s) you are applying for.
- Preview all details carefully. If correct, press SUBMIT; otherwise, press EDIT and resubmit.
- Pay the required application fee (Rs. 1000/- per paper) through the payment gateway.
- On completion of submission, take a printout of the application and store it for future use. Do not post the printout to the APTET office.
Important: No candidate is allowed to edit/modify the application once submitted. Any correction requires a fresh application with a fresh fee of Rs. 1000/- within the due date.
APTET June 2026 Pass Criteria
The criteria for considering pass marks in APTET-JUNE-2026 (Total Marks: 150) is as follows:
| Community | Pass Percentage | Pass Marks |
|---|---|---|
| OC / EWS | 60% and above | 90 Marks and above |
| BC | 50% and above | 75 Marks and above |
| SC / ST / PwBD & Ex-Servicemen | 40% and above | 60 Marks and above |
APTET June 2026 Selection Process & Weightage
- 20% weightage will be given to APTET score in the ensuing Teacher Recruitment Test (TRT) of the State Government.
- 80% weightage shall be given for the Written Test in Teacher Recruitment Test (TRT) for drawing up the selection list.
- Qualifying in TET only does not confer a right on any person for recruitment/employment; it is only one of the eligibility criteria.
Validity of APTET Certificate
- The APTET certificate shall be valid for life time in accordance with NCTE guidelines dated 09.06.2021 as amended by the Government in G.O.Ms.No.69, Dated: 25.10.2021.
- The validity of APTET qualifying certificate acquired prior to 09.06.2021 shall also be valid for life time.
APTET June 2026 Exam Schedule (Session Timings)
| Session | Timing |
|---|---|
| Session – I | 9.30 AM to 12.00 Noon |
| Session – II | 2.30 PM to 5.00 PM |
FAQs
How many papers are there in APTET June 2026?
There are four papers: Paper-1A (I-V Regular), Paper-1B (I-V Special), Paper-2A (VI-VIII Regular), and Paper-2B (VI-VIII Special).
What is the selection process for APTET?
APTET is a qualifying test. 20% weightage is given to APTET score in the Teacher Recruitment Test (TRT), and 80% weightage is given to the TRT written test.
What is the last date to apply for APTET June 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 5th July 2026.
What is the validity period of the APTET certificate?
The APTET certificate is valid for life time.
