Assam TET 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Special LP & UP Teacher Eligibility Test

Department of School Education, Assam Releases Special TET for Bodo, Garo, Manipuri, and Hmar Mediums | Application Starts January 7, 2026

Assam TET 2026: The Government of Assam, Department of School Education, has officially released the notification for the Special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026. This examination is a mandatory gateway for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Lower Primary (LP) and Upper Primary (UP) schools across the state.

This year, the focus is on a Special TET designed specifically to address the shortage of Language-I teachers in Bodo, Garo, Manipuri, and Hmar medium elementary schools. Organized by the State Level Empowered Committee (TET) and SEBA, this exam adheres strictly to NCTE guidelines.

The online application process is set to commence on 07th January 2026. Interested candidates are advised to read the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and syllabus detailed below before applying.

Assam TET 2026: Exam Overview

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Eligibility Criteria of Assam TET

Residentship: Candidate must be a permanent resident of the State of Assam.

Educational Qualification: Candidate must have minimum academic and professional qualification as per NCTE norms as follows:

Lower Primary TET (Classes I to V)

# Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known)
OR
# Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B. El.Ed.)
OR
# Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
OR
# Graduation and two year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known)

Upper Primary TET (Classes VI to VIII)

# Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known)
OR
# At least 50% marks in Graduation and B. Ed.
OR
# At least 55% marks in Post Graduation or equivalent grade and three year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. OR
# Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B. El. Ed).
OR
# 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
# 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 the 29 July, 2011.

Relaxation: Relaxation up to 5% in the academic marks in HSSLC or Graduation shall be applicable for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MOBC/PWD(PH) to appear in Special Assam TET- 2026 (The degree of handicap in case of PH candidates should be minimum 40% and to be certified by the competent authority) both for Paper-I (LP Level) and Paper-II (UP Level).

Language Requirement

Since this is a Special TET, candidates must be proficient in one of the following languages as Language-I:

• Bodo
• Garo
• Manipuri
• Hmar

Assam TET 2026 Exam Pattern

The exam will be conducted in Offline Mode (OMR Based). The question papers will be available in Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, and English.

• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Marks: 150
• Duration: 150 Minutes (2.5 Hours) per paper.
• Negative Marking: NO negative marking.

Paper I Pattern (Lower Primary: Classes I-V)

Paper II Pattern (Upper Primary: Classes VI-VIII)

Qualifying Marks & Certificate Validity

To qualify the Assam TET 2026, candidates must score minimum passing marks.

• General Category: 60% (90 Marks out of 150).
• Reserved Category (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC/PWD): 55% (83 Marks out of 150).

Certificate Validity: The Assam TET Certificate is valid for a Lifetime. Once qualified, candidates do not need to re-appear unless they wish to improve their scores.

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Application Fee

Candidates must pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. Fees are non-refundable.

(Note: Candidates applying for both papers must pay the fee separately for each).

Examination Centres

Candidates must select one examination district from the following options while filling out the form:

• Cachar
• Dibrugarh
• Kokrajhar
• Kamrup
• Kamrup Metro
• Hojai
• Sonitpur

How to Apply Online for Assam TET 2026?

The application link will be active from January 7, 2026. Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to sebaonline.org or ssa.assam.gov.in.
2. Registration: Click on the “Assam Special TET 2026 Apply Online” link. Register using your mobile number.
3. Fill Application: Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and select the Paper (LP/UP or Both).
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your Passport Photo, Signature, and Professional Qualification Certificates.
5. Pay Fee: Complete the payment process online.
6. Print: Download and print the confirmation page/application form for future reference.

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