Hyderabad: The Department of School Education, Telangana, has released hall tickets for the Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TS TET) 2026 . Candidates must download their admit cards from the official website, tgtet.aptonline.in. The TS TET 2026 examination starts on January 3, 2026 , and concludes on January 20, 2026 . This test is mandatory for individuals seeking teaching positions in Telangana schools.
TS TET 2026 Examination Details
The TS TET 2026 exam operates as a Computer Based Test (CBT). It spans nine days, comprising 15 sessions in total, scheduled between January 3 and January 20. Each exam day will feature two shifts. Candidates must verify their specific exam date, time, and center on their hall ticket.
| Session | Timings | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Morning Shift | 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Afternoon Shift | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Reporting early at the test center is advised to complete pre-exam formalities.
Exam Papers and Eligibility
The TS TET assesses eligibility for different teaching levels through two distinct papers:
- Paper 1: For candidates aspiring to teach Classes 1 to 5 . This paper covers subjects and pedagogy relevant to primary education.
- Paper 2: For candidates seeking teaching roles in Classes 6 to 8 . This paper evaluates competencies for middle school instruction.
Qualifying in the relevant paper is essential for securing teaching positions in Telangana’s government, local authority, or private schools.
Mandatory Qualification and Validity
The Supreme Court mandates TET qualification for all in-service and aspiring teachers. This applies to Government, Local Authority, and Private (Aided and Unaided) management schools. The Department of School Education allows all such teachers to appear for TS TET or the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET).
A TET certificate holds lifetime validity once obtained. This eliminates the need for future re-qualification.
Hall Ticket Download Support
Candidates experiencing issues downloading their TS TET hall tickets must seek in-person assistance. Support is available from the Director of SCERT and ex-officio Director, TGTET Hyderabad, during specific dates and times.
| Support Dates | Contact Timings | Method |
|---|---|---|
| December 28 to December 30 | 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM | In Person Only |
No phone or email assistance will be provided for hall ticket issues. A valid hall ticket is mandatory for examination entry.
Result Declaration Dates
The Department of School Education will declare TS TET 2026 results between February 10 and February 16, 2026 . Candidates can check their scores on the official TGTET website after publication.