Assam Special TET 2026 Application Form Link Active at ssa.assam.gov.in
Assam TET 2026: The Assam Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Assam TET) 2026 notification is out. The candidates can start the application process from 07 January 2026 for Lower Primary (Paper 1) and Upper Primary (Paper 2) levels. This article provides complete details on Assam TET 2026 application form, eligibility criteria, application fee, important dates, and application process.
Key Points
- Assam TET 2026 registration started on January 7, 2026, online.
- Exam assesses eligibility for Lower & Upper Primary teachers in Assam.
- Apply by February 7, 2026, via sebaonline.org or other official sites.
Assam TET 2026: The Assam TET 2026 registration process has started with the release of the official notification on 06 January 2026. The application process will be done online from 07 January 2026 for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Lower and Upper Primary schools in Assam. The Special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test is being conducted to assess the eligibility of the candidates to teach Lower Primary and Upper Primary level for the Bodo, Garo, Manipuri and Hmar medium, under the Government of Assam. Applicants must check eligibility criteria, fee details, and other important dates before applying.
Assam TET 2026
Assam TET 2026 is a state-level eligibility examination for recruiting candidates for teaching positions in Assam schools which teach in Language-1 i.e., Bodo, Garo, Manipuri and Hmar. Candidates qualifying Assam TET become eligible for teacher appointments in Primary and Upper Primary levels across the state’s government and aided schools.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (Assam TET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Department of School Education, Government of Assam |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Websites | sebaonline.org, ssa.assam.gov.in, scert.assam.gov.in |
| Notification Release Date | 06 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 07 January 2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 07 February 2026 |
| Papers | Paper 1 (Lower Primary) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary) |
| Certificate Validity | Valid for lifetime |
How to Apply for Assam TET 2026
Candidates who wish to apply for Assam TET 2026 can follow the steps provided below to fill their application form:
STEP 1: Visit one of the official portals- sebaonline.org, ssa.assam.gov.in, or scert.assam.gov.in.
STEP 2: Find the link for “Special TET 2026- For Primary and Upper Primary Level” and click on it. A new page will open containing the link to apply.
STEP 3: Click on “Click Here” button given beneath the “Link for online application submission for SPECIAL ASSAM TEACHER ELIGIBILITY TEST (TET) - 2026”.
STEP 4: You will be redirected to another page where you will find the link to register/apply. Click on it.
STEP 5: Read general instructions provided on the page before applying. After reading, click on “Next” button.
STEP 6: Page containing the application form will be opened on your screen. Fill all the details carefully.
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Candidate’s Personal Information
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Choose the District for Examination/ Subject/ Medium/ Language
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Mention if you belong to Reserved Category
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Education Qualifications
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Upload Photograph and Signature
STEP 7: Enter the login details such as the Password.
STEP 8: Tick mark the declaration box and then click on “Submit” button.
STEP 9: Pay the application fee as applicable.
STEP 10: Download the application form for future reference.
Assam TET 2026 Application Link
Candidates who are going to apply for the Assam TET 2026 can use the direct link provided below to register themselves.
| Assam TET 2026 Application Form |
Assam TET 2026 Application Fee
The application fee is generally based on category and paper opted. As per the official details:
| Category | Application Fee (₹) for Paper 1 and 2 |
| General / Unreserved | ₹550 per paper |
| SC/ST(P)/ST(H)/OBC/MOBC | ₹450 per paper |
| PWD (PH) | ₹300 per paper |
Assam TET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
According to the official notification, The eligibility criteria of a candidate to appear in the Special Assam TET2026 are as follows:
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The candidate must be a permanent resident of the State of Assam.
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Candidate must have minimum academic and professional qualification as per NCTE norms as follows:
Minimum Qualification for appearing in Lower Primary TET (Classes I to V)
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Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2- year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) OR
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Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4- year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B. El.Ed.) OR
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Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education) OR
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Graduation and two year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known)
Minimum Qualification for appearing in Upper Primary TET (Classes VI to VIII)
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Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) OR At least 50% marks in Graduation and B. Ed. OR
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At least 55% marks in Post Graduation or equivalent grade and three year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. OR
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Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4- year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B. El. Ed). OR
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Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4- year B.A./B. Sc. Ed. Or B.A. Ed/B. Sc. Ed. OR
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Graduation with at least 50% marks and 1-year B. Ed.(Special Education)
Note: Minimum percentage of marks in graduation shall not be applicable to those incumbents who had already taken admission to the Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Elementary Education or equivalent course prior to 29 July, 2011.
Assam TET 2026 Notification
The Department of School Education, Assam has released the official notification for Special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (Assam TET) on 06 January 2026. The candidates who consider themselves eligible must download the notification to check all the details.
Download Assam TET 2026 Notification HERE
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