Kerala TET Notification 2026 Out: Apply Online for February Session at ktet.kerala.gov.in

Kerala TET Notification 2026: The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has officially released the Kerala TET Notification 2026 for the February session on February 24, 2026 at ktet.kerala.gov.in. This state-level teacher eligibility test is mandatory for candidates interested in applying for the Lower Primary (LP), Upper Primary (UP), High School (HS), and Specialist teaching vacancies across government and aided schools in Kerala. Interested candidates can apply online between February 26 and March 7, 2026.
Whether the candidate is a fresh B.Ed./D.El.Ed. graduate or a working teacher looking to secure a permanent position, qualifying for the KTET is the first step towards applying for teaching positions in the Department of General Education, Kerala. Continue reading the article for application dates, category-wise eligibility and a direct link to apply.

Kerala TET Notification 2026 Direct Link

Candidates interested in applying for the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) can download the official notification PDF and the application portal through the link provided below. The official PDF contains the detailed eligibility criteria, selection process, application fees, etc.

Direct Link to Download the Kerala TET Notification 2026 PDF

Kerala TET Notification 2026: Overview

The Kerala TET Feb 2026 Notification is out at ktet.kerala.gov.in. Candidates can apply online between February 26 and March 7, 2026 for Category 1, 2, 3 and 4. Check the table below for Key Highlights.

Important Dates for KTET February 2026 Session

Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the February 2026 Session Notification on February 24, 2026. Check the list below for important dates.

• Notification Release Date: February 24, 2026
• Commencement of Online Application: February 26, 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: March 7, 2026
• Last Date for Final Printout: March 13, 2026
• Admit Card Release Date: To be announced (Expected late March)
• KTET 2026 Exam Dates: Expected in April 2026

Kerala TET 2026 Eligibility Criteria (Category-wise)

Candidates interested in applying for the KTET Feb 2026 must ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility criteria as defined by the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan. Candidates can check the list below
Category 1: Lower Primary Classes (I to V)
Qualification: Higher Secondary/Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks.
Professional Degree: Trained Teachers’ Certificate (TTC), D.Ed, or D.El.Ed.

Category 2: Upper Primary Classes (VI to VIII)
Qualification: B.A./B.Sc./B.Com. graduation with at least 45% marks.
Professional Degree: 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education or B.Ed.

Category 3: High School Classes (IX to X)
Qualification: BA/BSc/B.Com with at least 45% marks in the concerned subject.
Professional Degree: B.Ed. degree from a recognised university.

Category 4: Specialist Teachers
This category is for teachers in Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu, Art & Craft, and Physical Education.
Qualification: Qualifications as prescribed in the Kerala Education Rules (KER) for the respective specialist posts.

How to Apply for Kerala TET 2026 Online?

Candidates interested in applying for Kerala TET 2026 must visit the official website, ktet.kerala.gov.in. Below we have provided the step by step process to apply for the Kerala TET 2026.

• Visit the official website, ktet.kerala.gov.in.
• On the homepage click on the "New Registration" link for the February 2026 session.
• Fill in the required details, such as personal information and educational qualification and select the category you want to apply for.
• Upload a recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, 20KB-30KB) and signature as per specifications.
• Pay the category-wise required fees.
• Submit the online application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.