Karnataka Opens KARTET 2025 Application Window: Apply Till November 9
KARTET 2025 is scheduled for December 7, 2025, and will be held offline in two sessions — Paper I (9:30 AM–12:00 PM) and Paper II (2:00 PM–4:30 PM).
The Department of School Education, Government of Karnataka, has started online applications for Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025. The exam serves as a qualifying test for candidates looking for teaching posts in primary (Classes 1–5) and upper primary (Classes 6–8) schools across Karnataka.
KARTET application begins today, on October 23 and will continue till November 9, 2025. The exam is scheduled for December 7, 2025, and will be held offline in two sessions — Paper I (9:30 AM–12:00 PM) and Paper II (2:00 PM–4:30 PM).
KARTET certificate is issued by Karnataka School Education Department, is now valid for lifetime, in line with National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines. This means candidates who qualify once can use this certificate throughout their teaching careers.
KARTET 2025 Exam Details
Mode: Offline (pen and paper)
Total Marks: 150 per paper (no negative marking)
Fee: ₹500 for one paper, ₹800 for both (fee relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates)
Syllabus: Based on NCERT up to Class 8, covering Child Development & Pedagogy, Languages, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, and Social Studies.
KARTET Eligibility Criteria
Paper I: Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and a 2-year D.El.Ed (or equivalent).
Paper II: Graduation with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed/D.El.Ed (or equivalent).
A 5% relaxation in minimum marks is allowed for reserved categories. There is no upper age limit for applicants.
How to Apply
- Visit schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in or sts.karnataka.gov.in/TET.
- Click on the KARTET 2025 Apply Online link.
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal and educational details, upload scanned documents, and pay the fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Admit cards will be released around 10 days before the exam.
No, the KARTET application form can be filled in online mode only on the official website of the board. The board follows a structure of completing exam process in which the online application is part of the structure. The candidates have to fill out the KARTET form online according to the norms of the board. The candidates have to pay the application fees online. No, either option is given to the candidates to make the payment for the KARTET exam.
When filling out the KARTET (Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test) application form, you may need to refer to certain documents to ensure that you provide accurate and complete information. Here are the documents that you should keep handy:
- Aadhaar Card or any other government-issued photo ID proof
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Date of Birth certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Scanned copy of passport-size photograph and signature
- Bank details for fee payment
It's important to keep these documents handy before starting the KARTET application process to avoid any last-minute confusion or errors. Make sure that you have all the required documents in the correct format and size before starting the application process.
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KARTET application form can be filled online only. The steps to fill the application form are given below.