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Teacher Eligibility Test known as TET is an Indian entrance exam for teachers. The test is mandatory for getting teaching jobs in government schools from Class 1 to Class 8. Paper 1 is meant for teachers opting for Class 1 to Class 5 and Paper 2 for Class 6 to Class 8. It is conducted by both Central government and State governments in India. Most states conduct their own TET. The test is conducted in order to fulfill and achieve the goals of the rte act.

TET was introduced by the government of India in order to improve standards in teaching. It was held for the first time in 2011. For teachers already working, they are supposed to clear the exam in two years’ time.

The exam is based on the National Curriculum Framework. The people who have the professional qualifications of Teacher Training such as D.El.Ed, B.Ed, B.El.Ed is eligible to take part in the test. It’s a mandatory qualification for one who wanted to be a teacher from Class I to class VIII. A candidate has to score over 60 percent to clear the eligibility test. The exam is divided into Paper 1 and Paper 2.

The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) maintains the database and guides the government bodies about conducting the test.

In accordance with the provisions of sub-section (1) of Section 23 of the RTE Act, the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) had vided Notification dated 23 August 2010 and 29 July 2011 laid down the minimum.