MAHA TET Exam Date 2026 (Out) - Check Schedule, Pattern & Admit Card

Introduction

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE), Pune has officially announced the MAHA TET Exam Date 2026 for the Teacher Eligibility Test. Candidates who have applied for this Sarkari Job can now check the complete schedule. The examination is scheduled to be held on 21st June 2026 (Sunday) across various centers in Maharashtra. This is a crucial opportunity for aspiring teachers to secure a lifetime-valid TET certificate. Read on for all details including exam pattern, important dates, and how to download the notification.

Organization Overview

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE), Pune is the authorized body responsible for conducting the MAHA TET (Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test). This test is mandatory for candidates seeking teaching positions in primary (Class 1-5) and upper primary (Class 6-8) schools across Maharashtra. The council ensures a transparent and standardized selection process to maintain quality education.

Post Details

The MAHA TET 2026 recruitment is for the post of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) with two papers: Paper 1 for Primary level (Class 1-5) and Paper 2 for Upper Primary level (Class 6-8). This is an eligibility test, not a direct recruitment, so no specific vacancies are announced. Candidates who qualify will receive a lifetime-valid certificate to apply for teaching jobs in Maharashtra.

Eligibility Criteria

To appear for MAHA TET 2026, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the final year of a relevant teacher training course (D.Ed. for Paper 1, B.Ed. for Paper 2) from a recognized university.
• Minimum Marks: General category candidates need at least 50% marks in qualifying degree; reserved categories have relaxation as per government norms.
• Age Limit: No specific age limit for TET; however, candidates must meet the age criteria for subsequent teaching recruitment.

Age Limit

There is no upper age limit for appearing in the MAHA TET exam. Candidates of any age can apply as long as they meet the educational qualifications. Age relaxations for reserved categories will apply as per government rules for subsequent recruitment.

Application Fee

The application fee for MAHA TET 2026 is as follows:

• General Category: ₹1,000
• Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/PWD): ₹800
• Payment Mode: Online via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.

Selection Process

The selection process for MAHA TET 2026 consists of a single written examination conducted offline (OMR based). Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks: 60% for General category and 55% for Reserved categories. There is no interview or further selection stage. Qualified candidates will receive a lifetime-valid TET certificate.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Since the application process is already closed, candidates who have applied can now focus on exam preparation. For future reference, the application was submitted online via the official website. To download the exam date notification, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website: mscepune.in or mahatet.in
2. On the homepage, look for the "What's New" or "Notifications" section.
3. Click on the link titled "MAHA TET Exam Date 2026".
4. The notification PDF will open in a new window. Read all details carefully.
5. Download and save the PDF for future reference. Take a printout if needed.

MAHA TET Exam Pattern 2026

• Exam Mode: Offline (OMR Based)
• Total Marks: 150 per paper
• Number of Questions: 150 MCQs per paper
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes per paper
• Negative Marking: No negative marking
• Paper 1 (Class 1-5): Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies
• Paper 2 (Class 6-8): Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science or Social Science