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Updated on: 08 Jan 2026
The September 2025 session of the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) has concluded. Administered by the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, the examination served as the primary benchmark for teaching eligibility across the state.
Exam Details
The exam was carried out in an offline, OMR-based format over two days:
Day 1 (Sept 18): Focused on Categories I and II.
Day 2 (Sept 19): Focused on Category III and Category IV (Specialist/Language/PE).
Duration: Each session lasted 150 minutes (2.5 hours).
KTET 2025 Exam Details at a Glance
Event | Details |
|---|---|
Exam Name | Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) |
Conducting Body | Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan |
Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-Based) |
Official Website |
Qualifying Criteria
To achieve eligibility, candidates were required to meet the following category-specific benchmarks out of a total of 150 marks:
Candidate Category | Qualifying Percentage | Required Marks |
General | 60% | 90 |
OBC / SC / ST / PH | 55% | 82 |
Key Policy Highlights:
Lifetime Validity: KTET certificates now carry lifetime validity.
No Penalty: The exam featured no negative marking.
Requirement: While qualification is mandatory for LP, UP, HS, and HSS teaching roles, it serves as an eligibility criterion rather than a guaranteed appointment.
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Conclusion
To qualify for KTET September 2025, candidates from the General category must obtain a minimum of 90 marks, while those belonging to OBC, SC, ST, and PH categories need to secure at least 82 marks out of 150. Candidates preparing for upcoming KTET examinations are advised to target scores well above the prescribed cut-off to ensure qualification and enhance their prospects in the teaching recruitment process in Kerala.