The Department of School Education, Karnataka, has released the Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2025 admit cards. Registered candidates can download their exam hall tickets from the official website, sts.karnataka.gov.in . The KTET 2025 examination is scheduled for December 7 , conducted in two shifts.
Candidates must use their unique username and password to log in and access their admit cards. No physical copies will be dispatched by post, according to official notices. Downloading and printing the hall ticket is the candidate’s sole responsibility.
KTET 2025 Exam Schedule and Entry
The KTET 2025 examination is a pen and paper-based test held on Saturday, December 7, 2024 . Strict adherence to entry schedules is mandatory for all test-takers for both papers.
Paper 1: Primary Level (Classes 1-5)
- Hall Entry: Begins at 9:00 AM .
- Frisking Ends: 9:15 AM .
- Entry Gates Close: 9:15 AM . No entry after this time.
- Examination: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM .
Paper 2: Upper Primary Level (Classes 6-8)
- Hall Entry: Commences at 1:30 PM .
- Verification Ends: 1:45 PM .
- Final Entry: Allowed until 1:45 PM . Question papers distributed afterwards.
- Examination: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM .
Candidates must arrive at the center well before gate closing times to complete all pre-exam formalities.
Exam Format and Marking Scheme
Both KTET 2025 papers feature multiple-choice questions (MCQs), each carrying 150 marks. Each question has four options, with only one correct answer. Importantly, there is no negative marking for incorrect responses, encouraging candidates to attempt all questions.
Purpose of the KTET Examination
The Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test is a mandatory state-level examination for individuals seeking teaching positions in Karnataka’s schools (Classes 1-8). It establishes minimum standards for teacher quality. Paper 1 certifies eligibility for Classes 1 to 5, while Paper 2 qualifies candidates for Classes 6 to 8. This ensures specialized knowledge for different education levels.
Essential Exam Day Instructions
Candidates must carry a printed KTET 2025 admit card and a valid photo identification (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN, driver’s license). Entry will be denied without these documents. Only blue or black ballpoint pens are allowed. Electronic gadgets like mobile phones, calculators, and smartwatches are strictly banned. Non-compliance may lead to disqualification.
Post-KTET Process
Successful candidates receive a KTET eligibility certificate, typically valid for a lifetime. This certificate qualifies individuals to apply for teaching vacancies. The KTET score is a qualifying benchmark; actual teacher recruitment involves separate application procedures and often further selection rounds by various recruiting bodies.