Aspirants preparing for the upcoming teacher recruitment examinations must familiarize themselves with the KARTET 2026) notifications. The School Education Department of Karnataka annually administers the Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (Mensuration concepts are vital for the quantitative sections) to evaluate candidate eligibility for teaching positions across the state. Understanding the syllabus and structure of Paper 1 and Paper 2 is essential for maximizing your score.
You can also review the official details via the downloadable KARTET Syllabus 2026 PDF.
Overview and Highlights of KARTET 2026
The examination takes place at a national level using an offline, objective-type question format. Each paper is designed to test pedagogical knowledge and subject matter expertise. Below is a summary of the exam parameters:
| Organization | Education Department of Karnataka |
| Exam Name | Karnataka TET Exam 2026 (KARTET 2026) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type |
| Total Question | 150 (for each paper) |
| Total Marks | 150 (for each paper) |
| Negative Marking | No |
KARTET Syllabus 2026 - Key Checklists
- Organization: Education Department of Karnataka
- Exam Name: Karnataka TET Exam 2026 (KARTET 2026)
- Exam Level: National Level
- Mode of Exam: Offline
- Type of Questions: Objective Type
- Total Question: 150 (for each paper)
- Total Marks: 150 (for each paper)
- Negative Marking: No
KARTET Exam Pattern for Paper 1 (Classes 1 to 5)
Paper 1 is designed for candidates aiming to teach lower primary classes (1 through 5). The test is offered in both English and Kannada. Visually impaired students have the option to take Social Studies instead of Mathematics & Environmental Studies.
- Child Development and Teaching Methodology (Compulsory): 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Language I (compulsory): 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Language II (compulsory): 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Mathematics: 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Environmental Studies: 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Social studies (Only for blind students instead of Maths & EVS): 60 Questions, 60 Marks
- Total: 150 Questions, 150 Marks
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Teaching Methodology (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Social studies (Only for blind students instead of Maths & EVS) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
KARTET Exam Pattern for Paper 2 (Classes 6 to 8)
Paper 2 targets educators applying to teach upper primary classes (6 through 8). The exam assesses deeper specialized knowledge in either Mathematics & Science or Social Studies.
- Child Development and Teaching Methodology (Compulsory): 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Language I (compulsory): 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Language II (compulsory): 30 Questions, 30 Marks
- Mathematics and Science (for maths & science teacher): 60 Questions, 60 Marks
- Social Studies Lessons | Social Science (for Social Science Teachers): 60 Questions, 60 Marks
- Total: 150 Questions, 150 Marks
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Teaching Methodology (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics and Science (for maths & science teacher) | 60 | 60 |
| Social Studies Lessons | Social Science (for Social Science Teachers | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Detailed Subject Breakdown
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | Child development: Concept of development... |
| Language I (compulsory) | Language Comprehension Reading unseen passages... |
| Language II (compulsory) | Comprehension: Two unseen prose passages... |
| Subject Concerned (Mathematics & Science Or Social Studies) | Mathematics... Core Science Subjects... |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
To successfully pass the examination, candidates must achieve or exceed the minimum threshold percentage corresponding to their category.
- General: 60% qualifying percentage, 90 qualifying marks
- SC/ST/OBC: 55% qualifying percentage, 82.5 qualifying marks
- PH and Visually impaired candidates: 55% qualifying percentage, 82.5 qualifying marks
| Category | Qualifying percentage | Qualifying marks |
|---|---|---|
| General | 60% | 90 |
| SC/ST/OBC | 55% | 82.5 |
| PH and Visually impaired candidates | 55% | 82.5 |
Next Steps for Candidates
After reviewing the syllabus and exam pattern requirements, ensure you maintain a regular study schedule. Keep track of official announcements regarding admit card releases, examination center allocations, and travel arrangements.
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