MAHA TET 2025: Admit Card (OUT), Exam Date, Pattern, Syllabus & News

Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test 2025 ( MAHA TET )

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Nov 26, 2025 13:15 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

MAHA TET 2025: The MSCE Pune is expected to soon release the MAHA TET Answer Key for Papers 1 and 2 at mahatet.in. With the help of answer key candidates will be able to cross check their response and predict the qualifying chance in the exam. Candidates will be able to check their answer key via direct link that will be provided here once it is released. The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test was conducted on November 23, 2025 in pen and paper mode at around 1443 exam centres across the state. It was conducted in two shifts for Paper 1 and paper 2. The MAHA TET hall ticket was released on November 10, 2025. The MAHA TET application dates 2025 were September 15 to October 9. The notification PDF was issued on September 13. 

The MAHA TET exam is conducted for two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The MAHA TET Paper 1 is for Classes 1 to 5 teachers, and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8 teachers. Candidates need to appear for both papers if they want to teach Classes 1 to 8. Candidates can check the details related to the MAHA TET exam 2025 below, including the MAHA TET exam date, notification, registration dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, qualifying marks, and others.

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Table of contents
  • MAHA TET Answer Key 2025
  • MAHA TET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • MAHA TET Result 2025
  • What is MAHA TET?
  • MAHA TET Notification 2025
  • MAHA TET Application Form 2025
  • MAHA TET Admit Card 2025
  • MAHA TET Selection Process
  • MAHA TET Exam Pattern 2025
  • MAHA TET Syllabus 2025
  • MAHA TET Qualifying Marks 2025
  • MAHA TET Exam 2025 FAQs
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MAHA TET Answer Key 2025

DeskCalendarAnswer Key: Dec ' 25

The MSCE will release the MAHA TET answer key online. The MSCE MAHA TET answer key is available as a PDF download file.

  • Visit at mahatet.in
  • Click on the Answer Key tab
  • Click on the Paper 1 or Paper 2 answer key link
  • View the answers
  • Download the answer key PDF
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Q:   Where can I check Maha TET answer key?
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The Maha TET Answer Key is made available on the official website of the exam. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) releases the official answer key on the exam website- mahatet.in. Candidates need to visit this official website to get the official Mahatet answer key PDF for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Moreover, the Maha TET Answer Key is also displayed here - https://www.shiksha.com/exams/maha-tet-exam-answer-key

Q:   When will the MAHA TET answer key be released?
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The MAHA TET answer key 2025 will be released online. The interim MAHA TET answer key 2025 will be released initially. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) releases the answer key of the MAHA TET exam in two phases- interim and final. The MAHA TET interim answer key 2025 will be released after the conduct of the exam to invite objections from candidates. The MAHA TET final answer key 2025 will be released after the analysis of objections received from candidates.

Q:   How to raise objections against MAHA TET answer key?
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Candidates can raise objections against the MAHA TET answer key using the process given below-

  • Visit mahatet.in.
  • Click on the candidate login link.
  • Login and click on the objection link.
  • Submit the objection along with the evidence.
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MAHA TET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MAHA TET 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Dec ' 25

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TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
23 Nov ' 25

Exam

10 Nov ' 25

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10 Nov ' 25

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MAHA TET Result 2025

The MSCE Pune will release the MAHA TET result online based on the final answer key. The result contains the details shared below-

  • Candidate details
  • Exam name
  • Paper name
  • Subject name
  • Marks obtained in each subject
  • Overall marks
  • Qualifying status
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Q:   Is the MAHA TET 2025 result declared?
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No, the MAHA TET 2025 result has not been out. The MAHA TET result 2025 will be released online. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) will announce the interim results soon after the exam. Candidates can check the results and download their MAHA TET scorecard by logging in to the official website of the exam. Candidates need to obtain the minimum qualifying marks to clear the exam.

Q:   When will the MAHA TET result 2025 be released?
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The MAHA TET result 2025 will be released online. The MAHA TET interim result 2025 will be released after the scrutiny of objections against the answer key. The MAHA TET 2025 final result will be announced after the scrutiny of objections against the interin result. The MAHA TET result is announced by the Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) on the official website of the exam. Candidates need to visit the official website to check their results of the MAHA TET exam 2025. Moreover, the direct MAHA TET result 2025 link is provided here - https://www.shiksha.com/exams/maha-tet-exam-results

Q:   How to check MAHA TET result?
A: 

The MAHATET result is announced online. Candidates can check the TET result using the process below-

  • Visit mahatet.in.
  • Click on MAHA TET result link.
  • Enter the given details- Registration number and Password.
  • Check and download the MAHA TET result and scorecard.
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What is MAHA TET?

MAHA TET or Maharashtra TET is a state-level teacher eligibility test (TET) conducted by the Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) to determine the eligibility of candidates for Classes 1 to 8 teachers in the schools of Maharashtra. The MAHA TET exam is conducted at two levels – the Primary (Paper 1) and the Upper Primary (Paper 2). Candidates who plan to become teachers of Classes 1-5 need to appear for the MAHA TET Paper 1. On the other hand, candidates who plan to be teachers of Classes 6-8 need to sit for MAHA TET Paper 2. Candidates who wish to be teachers of Classes 1-8, need to appear for both papers.

MAHA TET 2025 Exam Highlights

Check below the major highlights of the MAHA TET exam.

Exam Name

Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET)

Conducting Body

Maharashtra State Council of Examination

Exam Level

State

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Exam Mode

Offline

Exam Fees

  • INR 1000 for General
  • INR 700 for SC/ST/PwD

Exam Duration

150 minutes for each paper

No. of Paper & Total Marks

  • Paper 1: 150 marks
  • Paper 2: 150 marks

Exam Purpose

To determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of teachers 

Marking Scheme

  • +1 for correct answer
  • 0 for incorrect answer

Medium of Exam

Marathi and English
Exam Helpdesk No.

9028472681 / 82 / 83

Official Website

mahatet.in

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Q:   Is MAHA TET online or offline?
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The MAHA TET exam is conducted offline in pen and paper mode. Candidates need to mark theirs answers on the OMR Sheet allotted to them at the exam centres. The answers need to be marked using the ballpoint pen. Candidates should go through the official notification carefully to understand how to attempt the MAHATET exam and how to mark their answers on the MAHA TET OMR Sheet.

Q:   What is the timing of MAHA TET exam?
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The MAHA TET exam is conducted in separate shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Each shift is of 2 hours 30 minutes in duration. The timing of the MAHA TET exam is generally as follows:

Paper Name

Exam Time

Duration

Paper 1

10:30 am to 1:00 pm

2 hours 30 minutes

Paper 2

14:30 pm to 17:00 pm

2 hours 30 minutes

Q:   What is the full form of MAHATET?
A: 

The full form of the MAHATET is:

  • MAHA: Maharashtra
  • TET: Teacher Eligibility Test

It is an eligibility exam for candidates who want to apply for teacher recruitment in Maharashtra schools.

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MAHA TET Notification 2025

The MAHA TET notification 2025 was published at mahatet.in. The MAHA TET notification PDF download file is provided here for the ease of candidates.

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Also Read: TET 2025: Know details of popular Teacher Eligibility Tests

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Q:   What is MAHA TET exam date 2025?
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The MAHA TET date 2025 has been announced. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) will conduct the exam on November 23, 2025. Candidates who registered for MAHATET need to appear for the exam.

Q:   When will the MAHA TET 2025 notification be released?
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The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) released the MAHA TET 2025 notification on September 13 informing the candidates about the important dates and events of the exam. The MAHA TET exam notification is released as a PDF file containing the important details related to the exam including exam dates, application process, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, result criteria, passing marks, exam applicability and so much more. 

Q:   Is MAHA TET 2025 Notification Out?
A: 

Yes, the Maha TET 2025 notification has been released. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) released the official notification for the conduct of the 2025 session of Maharashtra TET examination on September 13. The MAHA TET notification has been released on the official website of the exam - mahatet.in. 

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MAHA TET Application Form 2025

The MSCE Pune released the MAHA TET application form along with the notification. Candidates could apply online for the MAHA TET as shared here

  1. Visit mahatet.in
  2. Click on the link/button available for new registration
  3. Fill in all details asked in the registration form such as name, father’s name, date of birth, gender, address, mobile number, email ID, etc.
  4. Click on Submit to submit the MAHA TET registration form
  5. Note down the system-generated registration ID and password
  6. Login to the registered account using the registration ID and password
  7. Fill in all details asked in the MAHA TET application form such as educational details, preference for exam cities, etc.
  8. Upload scanned images of photo and signature
  9. Preview the application form in detail and if required edit the details
  10. Pay the MAHA TET application fee
  11. Submit and save the page.

MAHA TET Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates need to fulfil the basic MAHA TET eligibility to appear for the exam. The MAHA TET eligibility comprises the conditions shared below.

Educational Qualification

Exam Level

Mandatory Educational Qualification

Mandatory Professional Qualification

Paper 1 (Primary)

Classes 1-5

Class 12

Diploma in Education (D.Ed) or Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)

Paper 2 (Upper-Primary)

Classes 6-8

Class 12 and Graduation

D.Ed or B.Ed

Both Paper 1 and 2

Class 12 and Graduation

D.Ed or B.Ed

Age limit: There is no age limit to apply for the MAHA TET exam

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Q:   What is MAHA TET application fee?
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Candidates need to pay the application fee while submitting the MAHA TET application form. The MAHA TET application fee is as follows:

Category

MAHA TET Application Fee for One Paper (in INR)

MAHA TET Application Fee for Two Papers (in INR)

General

500

800

Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST)/Disabled

250

400

Q:   What is the last date for MAHA TET application form 2025?
A: 

The last date for the MAHA TET application form 2025 was October 9 and the last date to pay fee was October 12. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) announced the MAHA TET application form dates in the official notification. The MAHA TET application form 2025 was available for more than 20 days. Candidates needed to apply online before the MAHA TET last date 2025 of application.

Q:   When will the MAHA TET application form 2025 be released?
A: 

The MAHA TET application form 2025 was released on September 15, 2025. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) announced the dates for MAHA TET registration 2025 in the notification itself. The MAHA TET application form 2025 will be available for over 20 days. Candidates who want to appear for the MAHA TET exam need to fill out the online application form.

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MAHA TET Admit Card 2025

The MAHA TET admit card was released. Candidates can download the admit card using the process below-

  • Visit mahatet.in
  • Click on the link available to download the admit card
  • Enter all the required details
  • Download the Maharashtra TET admit card
  • Take its printout.

MAHA TET Exam District Allotment List 2025

The MSCE has announced the allotment of districts to candidates who chose Bengali, Kannada, Telugu and Gujarati mediums. As the number of candidates in these language medium is low, the council has done some changes in the allotment for all the concerned candidates. Download the allotment list below.

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Q:   How to download MAHA TET admit card?
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Candidates can download the MAHA TET admit card using the process shared below-

  1. Visit mahatet.in.
  2. Click on the Admit Card link.
  3. Enter the mobile and application numbers.
  4. Download the MAHA TET admit card.
  5. Take its printout.
Q:   When will MAHA TET admit card release?
A: 

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) released the MAHA TET admit card 2025 on November 10. The MAHA TET admit card 2025 download link is available till the exam date. Candidates who applied for the MAHA TET exam need to download their admit cards.

Q:   What is the schedule for MAHA TET exam 2025?
A: 

Have a look at the Maha TET exam schedule 2025 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 below.

Paper Name

Exam Date

Exam Time

Duration

Paper 1

23-Nov-2025

10:30 am to 1:00 pm

2 hours 30 minutes

Paper 2

23-Nov-2025

14:30 pm to 17:00 pm

2 hours 30 minutes

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MAHA TET Selection Process

The Maharashtra TET exam is conducted offline in written mode. Have a look at the detailed MAHA TET selection process below to understand the entire exam process:

Filling MAHA TET Application form

Candidates first need to fill MAHA TET application form online on the official website of the exam. The MAHA TET application fee is Rs 500 for one paper and Rs 800 for both papers.

Also Read: How to fill MAHA TET application form?

Release of Admit card

Candidates can download their MAHA TET admit card from the official website of the exam. The admit card contains all important details regarding the exam such as date, time and test centre address.

Also Read: How to download MAHA TET admit card?

Appearing in the MAHA TET exam

Candidates need to appear for the MAHA TET exam as per the details mentioned on their admit card. Papers 1 and 2 of the MAHA TET exam are 2 hours and 30 minutes each.

Release of MAHA TET Answer key

MAHA TET answer key is released on the official website of the exam containing correct answers for all the questions asked in the exam.

Declaration of MAHA TET Result

MAHA TET result is announced soon after the release of the answer key. Candidates who score at least 60 per cent aggregate are declared as MAHA TET pass.

Issue of Certificate

All qualifying candidates are issued MAHA TET passing certificates a few weeks after the declaration of the result. Thereafter, candidates can apply for the post of teacher in the schools of Maharashtra.

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Q:   What is Maha TET exam process?
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The MAHA TET exam process has these stages-

  1. Release of notification
  2. Submission of online applications
  3. Hall ticket
  4. Conduct of the exam
  5. Interim answer key to invite objections
  6. Final answer key
  7. Interim Result to invite objections
  8. Release of final result
Q:   Is MAHA TET compulsory for teaching jobs in Maharashtra?
A: 

Yes, clearing the MAHA TET exam is compulsory for candidates who want to get teaching jobs in Maharashtra. The MAHATET certificate is required for teaching posts in government, aided, as well as private schools in Maharashtra state. Candidates need to prepare well and clear the Maharashtra TET exam.

Q:   What is the eligibility for MAHA TET Paper 1?
A: 

Candidates who are Class 12 pass with a minimum of 50 per cent marks can apply for MAHA TET Paper 1. Candidates also need to have any Diploma or degree in teacher education programme.

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MAHA TET Exam Pattern 2025

MAHA TET exam pattern 2025 highlights the overall structure of the exam including the total marks, section-wise marking scheme, number of subjects, total number of questions and time duration. The MAHA TET exam pattern differs for Paper 1 and Paper 2. However, both papers share the same number of questions and marking schemes. Each paper is of two hours and 30 minutes in duration and comprises 150 questions of one mark each. There is no negative marking in the exam. Have a look at the detailed exam pattern for Paper 1 and Paper 2 below:

MAHA TET Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2025

The table below contains the exam pattern for MAHA TET Paper 1:

Section

Number of Questions

Marks

Child Psychology and Pedagogy

30

30

Language-I (English, Hindi, Marathi, Urdu, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu, Sindhi or Kannada)

30

30

Language II (English or Marathi)

30

30

Mathematics

30

30

Environmental Studies

30

30

Total

150

150

MAHA TET Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2025

The table below contains the MAHA TET Paper 2 Pattern:

MAHA TET Paper 2 Subjects

Number of Questions

Marks

Child Psychology and Pedagogy

30

30

Language-I (English, Hindi, Marathi, Urdu, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu, Sindhi or Kannada)

30

30

Language II (compulsory) (English or Marathi)

30

30

(i) Mathematics and Science (for Mathematics and Science teachers)

OR

(ii) Social Sciences (for Social Science and Social Studies teachers)

60

60

Total

150

150

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Q:   Who conducts MAHA TET Exam?
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The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE), Pune conducts the MAHA TET exam every year to certify candidates as teachers. The TET exam has two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The MAHA TET Paper 1 is for Classes 1 to 5 teachers and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8 teachers.

Q:   Is there negative marking in MAHA TET exam?
A: 

There is no negative marking in the MAHA TET. Candidates are given zero marks for wrong answers. The MAHA TET exam contains 150 questions in both Paper 1 and Paper 2 and each question carries 1 mark.

Q:   How to prepare for MAHA TET exam?
A: 

Candidates can clear the exam using the MAHA TET preparation tips shared below-

  • Understand the exam pattern.
  • Cover the entire syllabus.
  • Refer to the best books and study material.
  • Solve the MAHATET question papers.
  • Prepare the short notes for quick revision.
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MAHA TET Syllabus 2025

The MSCE prescribes the MAHA TET syllabus for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates need to be familiar with the MAHA TET syllabus 2025 to know the total number of subjects, topic-wise distribution of questions, important topics and marks distribution. The MAHA TET Paper 1 syllabus includes topics from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language-II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies. On the other hand, the MAHA TET Paper 2 syllabus comprises questions from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Sciences.

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Q:   How many papers are there in MAHA TET exam?
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The MAHA TET exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. In each paper, candidates are asked 150 objective-type multiple choice questions. Each question is of one mark.

Q:   Can a candidate appear in both MAHA TET Paper 1 and Paper 2?
A: 

Candidates can appear for both MAHA TET Paper 1 and Paper 2. Those who give both papers obtain eligibility to apply for teaching jobs for Classes 1 to 8 in Maharashtra schools. However, such candidates need to fulfill the eligibility for the papers.

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MAHA TET Qualifying Marks 2025

Have a look at the MAHA TET qualifying or passing marks 2025 below.

Category

Minimum Qualifying Percentage (in %)

General

60

Reserved

55

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Q:   What is the passing marks for MAHA TET exam?
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Candidates need to obtain the minimum qualifying or passing marks to clear the MAHA TET exam and obtain the eligibility certificate. The MAHA TET passing marks differ for General category and reserved category candidates. Have a look at the MAHA TET qualifying marks below:

Category

Minimum Qualifying Percentage (in %)

General

60

Reserved

55

Q:   What is the qualifying score for MAHA TET exam?
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To qualify the MAHA TET exam and receive the eligibility certificate, candidates need to achive the minimum qualifying marks. The MAHA TET qualifying marks differ for general category and reserved category candidates. Have a look at the MAHA TET qualifying scores below:

Category

Minimum Qualifying Percentage (in %)

General

60

Reserved

55

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MAHA TET Exam 2025 FAQs

Have a look at the MAHA TET exam 2025 FAQs below.

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Q:   Who can apply for the MAHA TET exam in 2025?
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Candidates who fulfill the laid down MAHA TET eligibility criteria can apply for the exam. Have a look at the basic MAHA TET eligiblity criteria 2025 below in terms of educational qualification for Paper 1 and Paper 2:

Exam Level

Mandatory Educational Qualification

Mandatory Professional Qualification

Primary (Paper 1)

Classes 1-5

Class 12

Diploma in Education (D.Ed) or Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)

Upper-Primary (Paper 2)

Classes 6-8

Class 12 and Graduation

D.Ed or B.Ed

There is no MAHA TET age limit criteria. Candidates of any age group can apply for the MAHA TET 2025 exam.

Q:   What is the official website to download MAHA TET admit card?
A: 

The Maha TET admit card website is mahatet.in. The MSCE, Pune issues the Maharashtra TET admit card online only. Candidates can download the admit card by logging in using the user name and password.

Q:   How to download MAHA TET answer key?
A: 

The MAHATET answer key 2025 will be released by MSCE Pune. Candidates can download the MAHA TET answer key 2025 using the process shared below-

  • Go to mahatet.in
  • Click on the Answer Key tab
  • Click on the Paper 1 or Paper 2 answer key link
  • View the answers
  • Download the answer key PDF
Q:   What is a good score in MAHA TET exam?
A: 

The MAHA TET is a exam and candidates need to get minimum passing marks to clear it. The marks are 90 for general and 82 for reserved category candidates. However, candidates who get score of 120-150 are considered as good scorers.qualifying

Q:   Is MAHA TET conducted every year?
A: 

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) generally conducts the MAHA TET exam every year for aspirants looking forward to obtain eligibility as Classes 1 to 8 teachers in Maharashtra schools. However, the MAHA TET exam has not been conducted since 2021. The last session of the Maharashtra TET exam was held in 2021. Candidates are waiting eagerly for the release of MAHA TET exam notification.

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Candidates can download the MAHA TET admit card using the process shared below-

  1. Visit mahatet.in.
  2. Click on the Admit Card link.
  3. Enter the mobile and application numbers.
  4. Download the MAHA TET admit card.
  5. Take its printout.

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