The Department of School Education has released the preliminary answer key for the Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (AP TET 2025). Candidates can access the answer keys for 21 subject papers on the official website, tet2dsc.apcfss.in . The deadline to challenge any discrepancies in the preliminary answer key is December 24, 2024 . This examination is crucial for individuals seeking teaching positions in government, Zilla Parishad, Mandal Parishad, municipal, and private aided schools across Andhra Pradesh.
Answer Key Access and Challenge Process
The preliminary answer keys are now available for all 21 subject papers. Applicants must visit the official AP TET website to download their specific subject key. This initial release allows candidates to review their responses against the provisional correct answers. Following this, applicants have a designated period to submit any objections regarding the provided answers. These challenges must be backed by valid supporting evidence. The Department of School Education will thoroughly review all submitted objections before preparing and publishing the final answer key. The final answer key will be immutable and will serve as the definitive reference for the evaluation of all candidate responses and subsequent result declaration.
AP TET 2025 Examination Details
The AP TET 2025 examination took place over two days, December 10 and 11, 2024 . The test was conducted in two distinct shifts each day. The first shift ran from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by the second shift from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM. A total of 2,41,509 candidates registered for the examination, submitting 2,71,692 applications across various papers.
Steps to Download the Answer Key
Candidates can follow these direct steps to check and download the AP TET preliminary answer key:
- Visit the official AP TET website: tet2dsc.apcfss.in .
- Locate and click on the link titled ‘APTET-2025 Preliminary Answer Keys Released’.
- A list of all 21 subject papers will appear.
- Click on the specific subject paper for which you appeared, selecting the initial key option.
- The AP TET answer key in PDF format will display on the screen.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference and cross-verification.
Exam Pattern and Qualification Criteria
The AP TET 2025 question paper comprised 150 multiple-choice questions, with each question carrying one mark, totaling 150 marks. The paper was divided into five main sections: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1, English, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. To qualify for the next stage, candidates must meet specific minimum mark criteria:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Open and EWS Category | 60% (90 out of 150 marks) |
| Reserved Categories | 50% (75 out of 150 marks) |
Teacher Recruitment Landscape in Andhra Pradesh
The AP TET examination directly addresses the ongoing need for qualified educators across Andhra Pradesh’s diverse school system. This includes government-run institutions, Zilla Parishad, Mandal Parishad, municipal, and private aided schools. Official data significantly highlights the existing demand for teaching professionals within the state. Andhra Pradesh currently operates 12,912 single-teacher schools, representing the highest count reported nationwide. This statistic directly underscores the critical role of initiatives like the AP TET. Successful recruitment through this test is essential for reducing teacher shortages, improving student-teacher ratios, and enhancing the overall quality of primary and upper primary education across the region.