AP Special TET (In-Service Teachers) 2026 Results Date, Eligibility List

AP Special TET 2026 Result Date: The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, successfully concluded the AP Special TET 2026 in October. Designed exclusively for working teachers, the computer-based exam (CBT) was held across various centers from October 11 to October 21, 2026.

With the initial answer key now released, candidates are preparing for the final results. Here is a complete breakdown of the upcoming result schedule, eligibility rules, and minimum qualifying marks.

AP Special TET (In-Service Teachers) 2026 Overview

AP Special TET (In-Service Teachers) 2026 Exam Details & Eligibility List

The AP Special TET was organized as a targeted certification measure rather than a recruitment drive.

• Eligibility List: This exam is strictly restricted to teachers currently employed on a regular or Minimum Time Scale basis. Eligible candidates include teachers working in Government Schools, Zilla Parishad, Mandal Parishad, Municipal Schools, AP Model Schools, APREIS, Welfare Residential Schools, and Private Aided Schools. Fresh graduates or unemployed candidates are not eligible, and the certificate cannot be used to apply for new DSC recruitment notifications.

• Exam Format: The test was conducted entirely online (CBT format). It comprised 150 objective-type multiple-choice questions for a total of 150 marks. Candidates were given 150 minutes (2.5 hours) to complete the paper, and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.

AP Special TET Result Date & Important Timelines

The response sheets and provisional answer keys were published on October 27, 2026, allowing candidates to estimate their scores. The final answer key and official results will be declared in November.

Eligibility List: Who is This Exam For?

The AP Special TET is strictly for in-service teachers. It is not meant for freshers, unemployed candidates, or those seeking direct recruitment in the future. The certificate acquired through this specific exam is valid only for the candidate’s current professional progression and cannot be used to apply for new teaching vacancies.

Eligible candidates include regular teachers and those appointed on a Minimum Time Scale working in:

• Government Schools
• Local Body Schools
• APREIS Institutions
• Government Welfare Residential Schools
• AP Model Schools
• Private Aided Schools
• Other eligible Government Departments

Minimum Qualifying Marks

To clear the AP Special TET, candidates must secure a minimum percentage based on their respective categories. The exam was conducted for a total of 150 marks with no negative marking.

How to Check AP Special TET Results 2026

Once the results are officially declared on November 15, candidates can download their scorecards through the candidate portal.

1. Visit the Official Portal at tet2dsc.apcfss.in.
2. On the homepage, look for the “Candidate Services” menu or the direct AP Special TET 2026 Results notification banner.
3. Input your Candidate ID or Hall Ticket Number alongside your Date of Birth and the screen captcha code.
4. Click submit to view your paper-wise result. Download the PDF scorecard and retain a printed copy for your service records.

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