APTET 2025 for In-service Teachers Guidelines – Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Pass Marks, and Full Details GO.36
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has released G.O.MS.No.36, Dated 23-10-2025, outlining the official guidelines for conducting APTET 2025 under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009. APTET (Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test) ensures teacher quality standards for recruitment in Government, Zilla Parishad, Mandal Parishad, Municipal, and recognized private schools (both aided and unaided). The exam will be conducted once a year in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Overview of AP TET for In-Service Teachers SGT, SA
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Notification Name | AP TET October 2025 |
| Detailed Name | The Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) 2025 |
| Notification Year | October 2025 |
| Eligible Classes | Teachers for Classes 1 to 8 |
| Notification Release Date | 24th October 2025 |
| Application Period | From 24/10/2025 to 23/11/2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹1000 for all categories (for each paper) |
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 years |
| Educational Qualification | Paper I: Intermediate pass with 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education. Paper II: Bachelor’s Degree with 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education or B.Ed. (Two-year B.Ed. candidates not eligible for Paper I) |
| Exam Dates | From 10th December 2025 onwards |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Exam Mode | CBT (Computer-Based Test) |
| Number of Questions | 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) per paper |
| Marking Scheme | +1 mark for each correct answer, No negative marking |
| Medium of Examination | English and the Language-I chosen by candidates (except for Sanskrit) |
| Sections in Paper I | Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies |
| Sections in Paper II | Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies (Part A) / Category of Disability Specialization & Pedagogy (Part B) |
| Total Marks | 150 Marks per paper |
| Official Website | https://aptet.apcfss.in/ |
Read Also AP TET-2025 Official Notification
🧑🏫 Eligibility Criteria for APTET 2025
📌 Paper 1A (Classes I–V Regular)
Candidates must have:
- Intermediate (10+2) with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD).
- Along with 2-year D.El.Ed / 4-year B.El.Ed / 2-year D.Ed (Special Education).
Before 2011, candidates with 45% (40% for reserved categories) and 2-year D.El.Ed are eligible.
♿ Paper 1B (Classes I–V Special Education)
Candidates must have Intermediate (10+2) with:
- 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD), and
- D.Ed in Special Education / Diploma in Community-Based Rehabilitation / Junior Diploma in Teaching the Deaf / Equivalent RCI course.
📘 Paper 2A (Classes VI–VIII Regular)
For Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, or Language Teachers:
- Graduation with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) + B.Ed / B.Ed (Special Education), or
- 4-year B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed, or
- 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed (Postgraduate with 55%).
Before 2011, candidates with 45% (40% for reserved categories) in Graduation + B.Ed are eligible.
🧩 Paper 2B (Classes VI–VIII Special Education)
Candidates must have:
- Graduation or Post-Graduation (50%) + B.Ed (Special Education), or
- B.Ed (General) with Diploma in Special Education, or
- Any equivalent qualification approved by RCI.
🧮 Exam Structure and Pattern
The APTET 2025 exam is objective type (MCQ) with 150 questions for 150 marks. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
No negative marking.
🧾 Paper 1A & 1B (Classes I–V)
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Part-2 | Language-I (Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/Tamil/Odiya/Kannada) | 30 | 30 |
| Part-3 | Language-II (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Part-4 | Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Part-5 | Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
📚 Paper 2A & 2B (Classes VI–VIII)
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Part-2 | Language-I (Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/Tamil/Odiya/Kannada/Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Part-3 | Language-II (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Part-4 | Maths & Science / Social Studies / Specialization | 60 | 60 |
📖 APTET 2025 Syllabus
- Paper 1: Based on Classes III–VIII syllabus (linked to Class X level).
- Paper 2: Based on Classes VI–X syllabus (linked to Intermediate level).
- Includes critical thinking, pedagogy, communication, and comprehension.
The detailed syllabus will be published at https://cse.ap.gov.in.
🌐 Medium of Question Paper
- Bilingual format: English followed by Language-I chosen by the candidate.
- For Sanskrit, CDP is in Telugu followed by Sanskrit.
✅ APTET 2025 Pass Marks
| Category | Qualifying Percentage | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| OC / EWS | 60% and above | 90 Marks |
| BC | 50% and above | 75 Marks |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | 40% and above | 60 Marks |
Certificates will be available digitally through DigiLocker.
🪶 TET Certificate Validity & Weightage in Recruitment
- Validity: Lifetime (as per NCTE 2021 Guidelines).
- Weightage: 20% for APTET Score and 80% for TRT Written Test in teacher recruitment.
Candidates can appear any number of times to improve their score.
🧑🎓 In-Service Teachers and TET Requirement
As per Supreme Court judgment (Civil Appeal No.1385/2025):
- In-service teachers recruited before the RTE Act (2009) with 5+ years of service left must qualify in APTET.
- Such teachers are exempted from eligibility criteria but must pass the TET.
💻 APTET 2025 Examination Process (CBT)
APTET 2025 will be held online (CBT mode) for transparency and fairness.
Key Highlights:
- Conducted in all districts of Andhra Pradesh.
- Mock tests will be provided for candidates.
- Strict action against malpractice or copying.
- District Educational Officers (DEOs) will oversee local arrangements.
⚖️ Important Notes & Legal Provisions
- All legal disputes are subject to Andhra Pradesh jurisdiction.
- Exam normalization will be followed for fairness.
- A dedicated TET Committee and TET Cell will handle the exam process.
- No additional financial burden to the Government — all expenses met from TET funds.
🏁 Conclusion
The APTET 2025 Notification marks a significant step toward maintaining high teacher quality standards in Andhra Pradesh. Eligible candidates are advised to review the detailed guidelines and prepare according to the revised syllabus and CBT pattern.
For the latest updates and online application links, visit:
👉 https://cse.ap.gov.in