TG TET January 2027 Official Notification Out, Download PDF
The Telangana School Education Department has released the notification for the Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TGTET) January 2027 on 13 November 2026 (Rc.No. 555/TGTET-January-2027/2026). The exam will be held online as a Computer Based Test (CBT) between 3 January and 15 January 2027, in two papers: Paper I for classes I to V and Paper II for classes VI to VIII.
Online applications and fee payment will be open from 16 November to 10 December 2026. Candidates with D.El.Ed, D.Ed, B.Ed, Language Pandit or an equivalent qualification, including final-year students, can apply, and those who have already qualified in an earlier TET can reappear to improve their score. The TET score carries 20% weightage in the Telangana Teacher Recruitment Test. This article covers the dates, eligibility, fee, exam pattern, pass marks and how to apply. You can find more teaching and education openings on our latest government jobs page.
Quick summary:
➤ Conducting body: School Education Department, Government of Telangana (TGTET Cell, SCERT)
➤ Exam: Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TGTET) January 2027
➤ Notification No.: Rc.No. 555/TGTET-January-2027/2026, dated 13.11.2026
➤ Papers: Paper I (Classes I to V) and Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)
➤ Apply online: 16 November to 10 December 2026
➤ Exam dates: 3 January to 15 January 2027 (CBT)
➤ Qualification: D.El.Ed / D.Ed / B.Ed / Language Pandit or equivalent
➤ Fee: ₹750 to ₹1,000 (General & BC); ₹700 to ₹950 (SC / ST / PwD)
➤ Result: Between 8 February and 12 February 2027
TGTET January 2027 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | School Education Department, Government of Telangana (TGTET Cell, O/o the Director, SCERT) |
| Exam Name | Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TGTET) January 2027 |
| Notification No. | Rc.No. 555/TGTET-January-2027/2026, dated 13.11.2026 |
| Exam Mode | Online, Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Papers | Paper I (Classes I to V), Paper II (Classes VI to VIII) |
| Total Marks | 150 for each paper |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | schooledu.telangana.gov.in and tgtet.aptonline.in |
| Helpline Numbers | 7093708883 / 7093708884 / 7093958881 / 7093468882 |
TGTET January 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 13 November 2026 |
| Download Information Bulletin | 16 November 2026 onwards |
| Online Fee Payment | 16 November to 10 December 2026 |
| Online Application | 16 November to 10 December 2026 |
| Help Desk Services | 16 November 2026 to 12 February 2027 (or earlier, depending on the result date) |
| Hall Ticket Download | 28 December 2026 onwards (or later, depending on the exam date) |
| Exam Dates | Between 3 January and 15 January 2027 |
| Exam Timings | 9:00 am to 11:30 am and 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
| Declaration of Results | Between 8 February and 12 February 2027 |
The detailed exam schedule will be published at a later date. Applications are not open yet, as they will start on 16 November 2026.
TGTET Paper I and Paper II: Who Should Appear
| Paper | For Teachers of |
|---|---|
| Paper I | Classes I to V |
| Paper II | Classes VI to VIII |
| Both Papers | Candidates who want to teach all classes from I to VIII |
TET for In-Service Teachers
- In-service teachers in Government, Local Body, TGREIS, Government Welfare Society Residential and Telangana Model Schools, teachers in other Government departments, and teachers in private (aided and unaided) schools can appear for TGTET or the Central Government's CTET.
- Secondary Grade Teachers and LFL Head Masters in Government and Local Body Schools appointed with both D.El.Ed and B.Ed qualifications can appear for Paper I.
- School Assistants, Language Pandits and Head Masters of High Schools can appear for Paper II.
TGTET January 2027 Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | D.El.Ed, D.Ed, B.Ed, Language Pandit or an equivalent qualification |
| Final-year candidates | Candidates studying in the final year of these courses can also appear |
| Minimum marks | The required percentage in the qualifying course is given in the Information Bulletin |
| Earlier TET qualified | Can apply again to improve their TET score |
The exact qualification for each paper is given in the Information Bulletin, which will be available for free download from 16 November 2026. Qualifying in TGTET does not give any right to a teacher job. Appointments will be made only as per the recruitment rules framed by the State Government from time to time.
TGTET January 2027 Exam Fee
| Category | One Paper (Paper I or Paper II) | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / BC | ₹750 | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹700 | ₹950 |
The fee is to be paid online through the official website between 16 November and 10 December 2026.
TGTET January 2027 Exam Pattern
- The test is a Computer Based Test (CBT) held in two sessions a day: 9:00 am to 11:30 am and 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
- Each session lasts 2 hours 30 minutes.
- The total marks for each paper are 150. The break-up of marks among the parts of each paper is given in the Information Bulletin.
- The syllabus can be downloaded from the official website.
- Candidates can give an order of preference for exam centres (districts) in the application. The Convenor may allot a different district depending on the capacity of a district.
Initial Key and Final Key
The Director of School Education and Chairperson, TGTET will publish the initial key after the exam and invite online objections from candidates. An expert committee will examine the objections and the final key will then be published. Objections made after the stipulated period will not be considered.
TGTET Pass Marks
| Community | Pass Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 60% and above |
| BC | 50% and above |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled | 40% and above |
For differently abled candidates, the rules issued by the Department of Disabled Welfare will be followed. The TGTET qualifying certificate remains valid for life, unless the Government of Telangana notifies otherwise.
Weightage of TET Score in Teacher Recruitment Test
The TET score will have 20% weightage in the Teacher Recruitment Test in Telangana. For candidates who plan to apply for Telangana teacher posts, a better TET score will help in the final selection. Other teaching and education recruitments are listed in the IIIT Nagpur recruitment 2026 and the Delhi University Assistant recruitment 2026.
How to Apply for TGTET January 2027
- Visit the official website, tgtet.aptonline.in, or schooledu.telangana.gov.in, from 16 November 2026.
- Download the Information Bulletin and read the eligibility and instructions carefully.
- Fill in the online application form and select Paper I, Paper II or both.
- Choose your order of preference for exam centres (districts).
- Pay the exam fee online.
- Submit the application on or before 10 December 2026 and keep a printout.
- Download the hall ticket from 28 December 2026 onwards.
For help, call the TGTET office on 7093708883, 7093708884, 7093958881 or 7093468882. Results of other exams are posted in our sarkari result section, and hall ticket news is on our admit card updates page.
TGTET January 2027 for Candidates from Other States
The notification does not mention any domicile condition, and the exact eligibility is given only in the Information Bulletin. Candidates from West Bengal and other states should read the bulletin carefully before applying. Since the exam is a CBT with exam centres only in Telangana districts, be ready to travel to the allotted centre. Teaching aspirants can also check the GSSSB Surveyor recruitment 2026 and the DGQA Technician recruitment 2026 for other openings.
TGTET January 2027 FAQs
Q1. When will the TGTET January 2027 exam be held?
The online CBT will be held between 3 January and 15 January 2027, in two sessions each day. The detailed schedule will be announced later.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply and pay the fee is 10 December 2026. Applications start on 16 November 2026.
Q3. What is the TGTET exam fee?
General and BC candidates pay ₹750 for one paper and ₹1,000 for both. SC, ST and PwD candidates pay ₹700 for one paper and ₹950 for both.
Q4. What are the pass marks in TGTET?
General and EWS need 60%, BC need 50%, and SC, ST and differently abled candidates need 40%.
Q5. Can I appear if I am in the final year of B.Ed or D.El.Ed?
Yes. Final-year candidates with the required percentage given in the Information Bulletin can appear.
Q6. Can I reappear to improve my TET score?
Yes. Candidates who qualified in earlier TETs can apply again to improve their score.
Q7. How long is the TGTET certificate valid?
It is valid for life, unless the Government of Telangana notifies otherwise.
Q8. What is the weightage of the TET score in the recruitment test?
The TET score carries 20% weightage in the Teacher Recruitment Test in Telangana.
Q9. When will the result be declared?
The result will be declared between 8 February and 12 February 2027.
TGTET January 2027 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (from 16.11.2026) | tgtet.aptonline.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Department Website | schooledu.telangana.gov.in |
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