What is the full form of TET?

TET: Teacher Eligibility Test

The full form of TET is “Teacher Eligibility Test“. It is an entrance examination that is conducted for recruiting teachers in different states for Government Schools. T.E.T is conducted by both the Central Government and the State Government. Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) is the minimum qualification required in India for a person to be eligible for appointment as a teacher for Classes I to VIII. The test is mandatory for teaching jobs in Indian government schools. There are two papers: Paper 1, for teachers of Classes I to V, and Paper 2 for Classes VI to VIII.

Eligibility

• You must have completed Master’s Degree OR equivalent examination from university recognized by UGC.
• If you are in the final year of the Master’s Degree then also you are eligible for the exam.
• If you have done P.HD then also you are eligible.
• You must have secured the minimum of 55% marks in Master’s degree and A 5% relaxation in marks in given to the Reserved category candidates.

TET Exam is conducted by both Central and State govt. Most states conduct their own TET and releases TET Entrance Exam Notification state wise. The test is performed in order fulfill and achieve the goals of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009. TET Exam is quite a famous and highly competitive examination and lakhs of applications are submitted by aspirants for State and Central TET Exams. TET is largely attempted by female candidates, as it is a secure job and also highly prestigious. Additionally, to be a Government Teacher, one needs to have a B.ED Degree to qualify for further rounds.

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