The Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (ATET) is a state-level qualifying examination for candidates aspiring to become teachers in government and provincialised schools across Assam. The Lower Primary level test (Classes 1-5) is conducted under the Directorate of Elementary Education (DEE) / Samagra Shiksha Assam, while the Upper Primary level test (Classes 6-8) is conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Assam (SEBA).

Assam TET 2026 Overview

Particulars Details
Exam Name Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (ATET)
Conducting Body DEE / Samagra Shiksha Assam (Lower Primary) & SEBA (Upper Primary)
Level State Level
Papers Paper 1 (Classes 1-5), Paper 2 (Classes 6-8)
Total Questions 150 MCQs per paper
Total Marks 150 marks per paper
Duration 2 hours 30 minutes per paper
Negative Marking No negative marking
📌 Official Websites: For the latest notification and updates, visit the official portals: ssa.assam.gov.in (Lower Primary) and seba.assam.gov.in (Upper Primary).

Assam TET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the academic and professional teaching qualifications prescribed by NCTE for the level they intend to teach. Generally, only candidates domiciled in Assam are eligible to apply.

For Paper 1 (Classes 1 to 5)

  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), OR
  • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed), OR
  • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).

For Paper 2 (Classes 6 to 8)

  • Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, OR
  • Graduation with at least 50% marks and 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed), OR
  • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed.

A relaxation of 5% in the qualifying marks is generally allowed to reserved category candidates as per the official notification.

Assam TET 2026 Exam Pattern

Both papers consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions. Each question carries one mark and there is no negative marking.

Paper 1 (For Classes 1-5)

Subject Questions Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
Language I 30 30
Language II (English) 30 30
Mathematics 30 30
Environmental Studies 30 30
Total 150 150

Paper 2 (For Classes 6-8)

Subject Questions Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
Language I 30 30
Language II (English) 30 30
Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies 60 60
Total 150 150
Important: There is NO negative marking in Assam TET. As no marks are deducted for wrong answers, candidates should attempt every question.

Assam TET 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus is based on the NCTE framework and the Assam state school curriculum. Major areas include:

  • Child Development & Pedagogy: learning principles, inclusive education and pedagogical concepts.
  • Languages: comprehension, grammar and pedagogy of chosen languages (Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, Hindi, English, etc.).
  • Mathematics: arithmetic, geometry, data handling and teaching methodology.
  • Environmental Studies / Science / Social Studies: concepts up to the relevant class level along with pedagogy.

Assam TET 2026 Qualifying Marks

Category Minimum Qualifying % Marks (out of 150)
General 60% 90
Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) 55% 82-83

Qualifying in Assam TET is a mandatory requirement for teacher recruitment in government and provincialised schools in Assam at the relevant level.

Disclaimer: Exam details are subject to change. Always verify eligibility, pattern and dates with the latest official Assam TET notification before applying.

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