Registration for the special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (ATET) 2026 is underway for lower and upper primary levels. The Department of Elementary Education (DEE), Assam, opened applications for teachers in Bodo, Garo, Manipuri, and Hmar mediums. Eligible candidates can apply online at sebaonline.org .
The deadline to register for Assam TET 2026 is February 7 . The application link will remain active until 5 PM on this date. The fee payment window will close on February 10 .
Application Fees
Candidates must pay a non-refundable application fee per paper. Fee structures vary by category:
| Category | Fee per Paper (INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 550 |
| SC, ST, OBC, MOBC | 450 |
| PwD | 300 |
About the Assam TET
The special Assam TET examination certifies candidates to teach classes 1 to 8. This includes positions in government, government-aided, and private schools. The Assam TET certificate remains valid for life from its issue date.
Examination Centers
The Assam TET 2026 examination will be held in seven districts. These districts are Cachar, Metro, Kamrup, Dibrugarh, Hojai, Sonitpur, and Kokrajhar.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be permanent residents of Assam to apply. Eligibility requirements differ for lower and upper primary levels.
Lower Primary TET (Classes 1 to 5)
- Passed Class 12 with at least 50% marks.
- Completed a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Alternatively, possess a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (BElEd) degree.
- Alternatively, hold a 2-year Diploma in Special Education.
Upper Primary TET (Classes 6 to 8)
- Hold a graduation degree with a Diploma in Elementary Education (DElEd) or Bachelor of Education (BEd) or BEd (Special Education).
- Alternatively, possess a postgraduate degree with an integrated BEd–MEd.
- Alternatively, passed Class 12 with at least 50% marks and a 4-year BElEd or BA/BSc Education degree.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to complete the special Assam TET 2026 application form:
- Visit the official website: sebaonline.org .
- Click on the “Special TET-2026 for lower primary and upper primary level” link.
- Locate and click the “Apply online” link.
- Fill the application form with accurate information.
- Upload all required documents in the specified format and size.
- Pay the Assam TET application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Print a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Exam Pattern
The special Assam TET 2026 will be conducted offline. Each paper will consist of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The maximum marks for each paper are 150. The examination duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes. There will be no negative marking for incorrect answers.
The question paper covers Child Development and Pedagogy, Languages, and subject-based questions. These subjects are relevant to the respective teaching levels.