TG TET In-Service Teachers 2026: Apply Online, Eligibility, Dates & Notification Details

TG TET In-Service Teachers 2026: The Department of School Education, Government of Telangana, has officially released the notification for the Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test for In-service Teachers (TGTET-In-service Teachers-2026). This special Computer-Based Test (CBT) is strictly organized for teachers currently serving in Government, Local Body, TGREIS, Government Welfare Societies Residential, Telangana Model Schools, and other state government departments. Qualifying in this examination is essential for in-service teachers to satisfy mandatory service conditions or to be eligible for future promotional avenues in accordance with Supreme Court directions. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal from July 22, 2026 to July 29, 2026.

TG TET In-Service Teachers 2026: Overview

TG In-Service Teachers TET 2026: Important Dates

Eligibility Details

• Target Cadre: Only in-service teachers currently employed in Telangana Government, Local Body, TGREIS, Welfare Residential Schools, Telangana Model Schools, or other government departments are permitted to apply.

• Paper-I Eligibility: Secondary Grade Teachers (SGTs) and LFL Head Masters appointed with D.El.Ed or B.Ed qualifications working for classes I to V.

• Paper-II Eligibility: School Assistants, Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs), Language Pandits, and High School Head Masters handling classes VI to VIII.

• Both Papers: Primary teachers (Classes I–V) who hold required qualifications and intend to teach upper primary classes (Classes VI–VIII) must appear for both Paper-I and Paper-II.

• Note: Qualifying this exam cannot be used for future direct recruitment drives.

Age Limit

• As this exam is exclusively intended for serving in-service teachers, applicants must comply with the existing service rules and age parameters established by the Government of Telangana for active service employees.

Cut Off / Qualifying Marks

To pass the TG TET In-Service Examination 2026, candidates must secure the minimum percentage criteria set for their respective categories:

Selection Process

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): Candidates must write an online objective test containing 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 150 marks. There is no negative marking.

2. Qualifying Status: Candidates securing scores above the category-wise cut-off percentage receive a life-long valid TGTET pass certificate/memo for service continuity and promotions.

Application Fee

The application fee varies according to the category and number of papers selected:

How to Apply

• Step 1: Visit the official School Education Telangana portal at schooledu.telangana.gov.in.

• Step 2: Download and read the TGTET In-Service Teachers 2026 Information Bulletin thoroughly to confirm eligibility.

• Step 3: Click on the online fee payment link and submit preliminary details (Name, DOB, Mobile Number, Community, etc.).

• Step 4: Pay the application fee online to generate a unique Journal Number.

• Step 5: Return to the home page, click on “Application Submission”, and log in using your Journal Number, Date of Payment, and Date of Birth.

• Step 6: Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and professional details.

• Step 7: Upload clear scanned images of your photograph (up to 500 KB) and signature (up to 100 KB) in JPEG format.

• Step 8: Preview all details carefully, press “Submit”, and print out a copy of the application form for future record.

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