TS TET Exam Pattern 2026: Check Paper 1 and Paper 2 Pattern

Feb 5, 2026

TS TET 2026 exam pattern includes two papers: Paper 1 for Classes 1–5 and Paper 2 for Classes 6–8. Both papers are conducted offline and consist of 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks, with a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes each. Candidates may appear for either one or both papers based on their teaching preference, and those who score the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by the Department of School Education, Telangana, will be declared TS TET qualified.

TS TET Paper 1 is conducted for candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 1–5. The paper covers child development, languages, and essential primary-level subjects. Candidates can check the detailed TS TET 2026 Paper 1 exam pattern in the table given below:

Section / Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30	2 hrs 30 mins
Language 1 (Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/etc.)	30	30
Language 2 (English)	30	30
Mathematics	30	30
Environmental Studies (EVS)	30	30
Total	150	150

TS TET Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2026

TS TET for Paper 2 is designed for candidates aiming to teach Classes 6–8. The paper includes pedagogy, languages, and subject-specific sections based on the candidate’s choice. Candidates can check the complete pattern of Paper 2 in the table below:

Section / Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30	2 hrs 30 mins
Language 1 (Telugu/Urdu/Hindi/etc.)	30	30
Language 2 (English)	30	30
Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies	60	60
Total	150	150

Candidates who qualify TS TET 2026 by securing the minimum qualifying marks are awarded a TS TET Certificate, which serves as an eligibility document for teacher recruitment in Telangana. After qualifying TS TET, candidates can apply for various teaching vacancies released by the Telangana government, aided schools, and other eligible institutions. During the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates must undergo document verification, followed by written tests or interviews (as per the specific recruitment rules) before final appointment as teachers.

Relevant Links
TS TET Mock Test Series	TS TET Previous Year Question Papers
TS TET Application Process	TS TET Result

TS TET Exam Pattern FAQs

Ques: Are TS TET Paper 1 and Paper 2 qualifying in nature?

Ans: Yes, both TS TET Paper 1 and Paper 2 are purely qualifying in nature. The marks obtained in the exam are not added to any recruitment merit list. Candidates only need to secure the minimum qualifying marks to obtain TS TET Certificate, while the final merit list is prepared separately during teacher recruitment by the concerned authorities.

Ques: Can candidates choose any language subject for TS TET Paper 1 or Paper 2?

Ans: Yes, candidates can choose Language 1 from the languages notified by the Department of School Education, Telangana (such as Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, Kannada, Bengali, etc.). Language 2 is compulsory English. Candidates must ensure the chosen Language 1 is taught in their region and aligns with their teaching medium.

Ques: Does TS TET include descriptive or essay-type questions?

Ans: No, TS TET does not include any essay or descriptive questions. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 consist solely of objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each question carries one mark and there is no partial marking or descriptive evaluation.

Ques: Is there negative marking in TS TET 2026 exam?

Ans: No, TS TET does not have any negative marking. Candidates are awarded one mark for every correct answer, and no marks are deducted for incorrect or unanswered questions. This allows candidates to attempt all questions without fear of losing marks.

Ques: Are all subjects compulsory in TS TET?

Ans: Yes, all subjects in both Paper 1 and Paper 2 are compulsory. In Paper 2, candidates must choose between Mathematics & Science or Social Studies, depending on the subject they wish to teach. However, within the selected paper, every section is mandatory and contributes to the total marks.

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