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The KTET February 2026 exam date has been officially announced! The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has confirmed the new schedule for Kerala TET Exam 2026 on the official website ktet.kerala.gov.in. If you’ve been searching for “KTET exam date 2026,” or “KTET February 2026 new exam date,” this article gives you the complete, updated information you need.
According to the latest notice on the official portal, the KTET February 2026 examination will now be conducted on 08 August 2026 and 09 August 2026. This is a crucial update for all candidates who have already applied or are planning to apply for Category 1, 2, 3, or 4 of the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test. Check details here!
Latest KTET 2026 Syllabus & Exam pattern – Download PDF
Before starting your preparation, make sure you are familiar with the latest KTET 2026 syllabus and exam pattern. Download the KTET 2026 syllabus PDF for Categories I, II, III, and IV below to prepare according to the latest exam pattern.
- Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Marks: 150
- Marks per Question: 1 mark
- Negative Marking: No negative marking
- Exam Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Categories: Category I, II, III, and IV (separate papers)
- Qualifying Marks: 60% (General) and 55% (Reserved Categories) as per Kerala TET guidelines
- Syllabus: Based on the latest KTET syllabus prescribed by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan
| Category | Subjects Covered |
|---|---|
| K-TET I | |
| K-TET II | |
| K-TET III | |
| K-TET IV |
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) February 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan (KPB) |
| Categories | Category I (LP), Category II (UP), Category III (HS), Category IV (Language & Specialist) |
| Application Window | 26/02/2026 to 21/03/2026 |
| Exam Date (Updated) | 08/08/2026 and 09/08/2026 |
| Exam Duration | 2.5 hours |
| Total Questions/Marks | 150 MCQs for 150 marks |
| Qualifying Marks | 60% General / 55% Reserved Category |
| Website | Kerala PSC |
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Join Now!About KTET 2026 — Why This Exam Matters
The RTE Act 2009 directs the State to ensure the quality requirement for recruitment of teachers. The persons recruited as teachers should possess the essential aptitude and ability to meet the challenges of teaching at all levels of schooling. K-TET is an examination to assess the quality of teacher candidates for Lower Primary, Upper Primary, and High School Classes in Kerala.
This makes KTET a mandatory qualifying exam for anyone aspiring to become a teacher in Kerala’s government and aided schools, and now, with the exam date confirmed for August 2026, candidates have a clear runway to plan their final preparation phase.
KTET 2026 Exam Date Announced — February Session
The KTET February 2026 session examination dates have been officially announced by the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan. The exam will be conducted on 8 August 2026 (Saturday) and 9 August 2026 (Sunday) for Categories I, II, III, and IV. Candidates should check their category-wise exam schedule, complete their preparation according to the latest syllabus, and stay updated on the release of the admit card and other important notifications.
Kerala TET February 2026 Exam Schedule
| Category | Date of Examination | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-TET I | 08/08/2026 – Saturday | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm | 2½ hours |
| K-TET II | 08/08/2026 – Saturday | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm | 2½ hours |
| K-TET III | 09/08/2026 – Sunday | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm | 2½ hours |
| K-TET IV | 09/08/2026 – Sunday | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm | 2½ hours |
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Join Now!KTET February 2026 — Updated Important Dates
The admit card date has not yet been announced and will be updated closer to the exam. It is generally released about a week before the exam date, so aspirants should expect the KTET admit card 2026 to be available sometime in late July or early August 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Submission of Online Application | 26/02/2026 to 21/03/2026 |
| Final Printout of Application | 21/03/2026 |
| Admit Card Download | Date will be announced later |
| KTET Exam Date (Updated) | 08/08/2026 and 09/08/2026 |
| Official Website | ktet.kerala.gov.in |
How to Check the Latest KTET Exam Date Update
- Visit the official website ktet.kerala.gov.in.
- Check the important dates section on the homepage for the latest notice on exam date, admit card, and results.
- Download the official KTET February 2026 notification PDF for complete confirmation of the exam schedule.
- Keep checking regularly, as Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has revised the KTET exam date more than once for this session — candidates should not rely solely on unofficial sources.
What to Carry For Kerala TET Exam 2026?
- Hall Ticket
- Latest Passport Size Photographidentity proof
- Ball point pen
- Transparent water bottle
- PwD certificate for the candidates claiming relaxation
Items Restricted in the Kerala TET 2026 Exam Hall
- Mobile phone/earphone/microphone/pager
- Any type of electronic device
- Any metallic item
- Camera/tape recorder
- Stationary/Paper
- Pencil box/instrument/geometry box
- Eatables/water/tea/coffee/cold drinks
- Purse/wallet/handbag
Kerala TET February 2026 Exam Centre
The KTET 2026 exam centre allotted to each candidate will be mentioned on the admit card. Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan assigns exam centres based on the preferences selected during the application process and availability. Candidates must carry a printed admit card to the allotted examination centre on the exam day.
| Serial Number | Name of the Centre |
|---|---|
| 1 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| 2 | Kochi |
| 3 | Kollam |
| 4 | Kannur |
| 5 | Thrissur |
| 6 | Kottayam |
| 7 | Palakkad |
| 8 | Kanhangad |
| 9 | Thalassery |
| 10 | Kayamkulam |
| 11 | Koyilandy |
| 12 | Kottakkal |
| 13 | Pattambi |
| 14 | Kalpetta |
| 15 | Chenganur |
KTET 2026 Preparation Tips: How to Prepare After the Exam Date Announcement
With the exam now scheduled for 08 August 2026 and 09 August 2026, candidates have a valuable extra preparation window. Use this time to:
- Complete your full syllabus revision at least 3-4 weeks before the exam date.
- Solve KTET previous year question papers and full-length mock tests regularly.
- Focus extra time on Child Development and Pedagogy, since it’s common across all categories and heavily weighted.
- Keep revisiting SCERT textbooks relevant to your category to stay aligned with the actual exam content.
- Set a realistic day-by-day study plan leading up to the August exam dates.
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