The Tripura Teacher Eligibility Test (T-TET) is a state-level qualifying examination for candidates aspiring to become teachers in government schools across Tripura. It is conducted by the Teachers' Recruitment Board, Tripura (TRBT) under the Education (School) Department, Government of Tripura. The test is held in two papers covering the primary and upper primary teaching levels.
Tripura TET 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Tripura Teacher Eligibility Test (T-TET) |
| Conducting Body | Teachers' Recruitment Board, Tripura (TRBT) |
| 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 |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime (as per NCTE guidelines) |
Tripura TET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the academic and professional teaching qualifications prescribed by NCTE for the level they intend to teach.
For Paper 1 (Classes 1 to 5)
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 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.
Tripura 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 (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Bengali or Kokborok) | 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 (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Bengali or Kokborok) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Tripura TET 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus is based on the NCTE framework and the Tripura state school curriculum. Major areas include:
- Child Development & Pedagogy: learning principles, inclusive education and pedagogical concepts.
- Languages: comprehension, grammar and pedagogy of English and Bengali/Kokborok.
- Mathematics: arithmetic, geometry, data handling and teaching methodology.
- Environmental Studies / Science / Social Studies: concepts up to the relevant class level along with pedagogy.
Tripura TET 2026 Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying % |
|---|---|
| General | 60% (90 marks) |
| Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) | Relaxation as per official norms (around 50-55%) |
The T-TET certificate is valid for a lifetime as per NCTE guidelines and qualifying is mandatory for teacher recruitment in government schools in Tripura.
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