The Board of Secondary Education, Assam has officially rolled out the notification for the Special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026. Aspiring educators aiming to secure teaching positions within elementary schools across the state can now review the comprehensive notification details. The registration window is live, giving candidates a structured timeline to complete their submissions through the designated official portals such as https://ssa.assam.gov.in/, https://sebaonline.org, https://www.ssa.assam.gov.in, and https://scert.assam.gov.in.
This mandatory qualifying examination evaluates teaching candidates across Lower Primary and Upper Primary levels covering specific regional mediums like Bodo, Garo, Manipuri, and Hmar. Below is a complete breakdown of the highlights, fee structures, educational requirements, exam patterns, and necessary documents.
Special Assam TET 2026 Highlights
Refer to the summary table below for essential details regarding the 2026 examination cycle:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Board of Secondary Education, Assam |
| Exam Name | Special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test-2026 |
| Job Category | State-level |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 7th January to 7th February 2026 |
| Eligibility | Graduation / Senior Secondary with Professional Qualifications |
| Selection Process | Merit-Based |
| Mediums | Bodo, Garo, Manipuri, and Hmar |
| Official Website | www.ssa.assam.gov.in / www.cetcell.net |
Application Fee Structure
Candidates must pay the required application fee based on their respective categories per paper:
| Category | Paper I | Paper II |
|---|---|---|
| General Category | Rs. 550/- | Rs. 550/- |
| SC/ST(P)/ST(H)/OBC/MOBC/ | Rs. 450/- | Rs. 450/- |
| PWD(PH) | Rs. 300/- | Rs. 300/- |
Educational Qualification Checklists
Ensure you meet the academic prerequisites before applying. Review the qualifying checklists below for both Lower and Upper Primary levels:
Educational Qualification for Lower Primary TET (Classes I to V)
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.)
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
- Graduation and two year Diploma in Elementary Education
Educational Qualification for Upper Primary TET (Classes VI to VIII)
- Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- At least 50% marks in Graduation and B.Ed.
- At least 55% marks in Post Graduation or equivalent grade and three year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed)
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.A./B.Sc. Ed. Or B.A. Ed/B.Sc. Ed.
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
Exam Pattern & Structure
The assessment consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions. Review the general guidelines and paper specifications below:
Assam Special TET Exam Pattern 2026 General Guidelines
- Consists of 150 objective-type MCQ-type questions
- Each question carries 1 mark (Total 150 marks)
- Time duration of the exam is 150 minutes
- No negative marking for wrong answers
- Medium of question paper: Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, English
| Assam Special TET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper I (for classes I to V) | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 | 150 minutes |
| Language I – Bodo / Garo / Manipuri / Hmar (Compulsory – any one) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II – English (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
| Assam Special TET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper II (for classes VI to VIII) | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 | 150 minutes |
| Language I – Bodo / Garo / Manipuri / Hmar (Compulsory – any one) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II – English (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| For Mathematics & Science Teachers: Mathematics & Science | 60 | 60 | |
| For Social Science (Studies) Teachers: Social Science (Studies) | 60 | 60 | |
| For any Other Teacher: Choice of (iv)(a) or (iv)(b) | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
To successfully pass the examination, candidates must achieve the category-wise minimum threshold percentages detailed below:
| Category | Total Marks (Out of 150) | Percentage (Total) | Language-1 Marks (Out of 30) | Percentage (Language-1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 90 marks | 60% | 18 marks | 60% |
| SC / ST (Hills) / ST (Plain) / OBC / MOBC / PWD (PH) | 83 marks | 55% | 15 marks | 50% |
Exam Centres
The examination will be conducted across selected regional centres in Assam:
| S. No. | Exam Centres |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cachar |
| 2 | Dibrugarh |
| 3 | Kokrajhar |
| 4 | Kamrup |
| 5 | Kamrup Metro |
| 6 | Hojai |
| 7 | Sonitpur |
Important Links & Downloads
Candidates can access official resources and registration portals through the following links:
- Download Special Assam TET 2026 Notification PDF
- Apply Online for Special Assam TET 2026 - Direct Link
What to Do Next
After submitting your online application successfully between January 7 and February 7, 2026, keep a hard copy of your confirmation receipt for reference. Monitor the official portal for admit card release announcements, prepare your study roadmap according to the exam patterns, and plan travel arrangements to your designated exam centre in advance.
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