Question 1

What is the main objective of conducting APTET-JUNE-2026?

Accepted Answer

To ensure national standards and benchmark teacher quality in the recruitment process in accordance with NCTE norms and procedures.

Question 2

Which candidates can apply for APTET-JUNE-2026?

Accepted Answer

Candidates with D.El.Ed./B.Ed (or equivalent as per the Information Bulletin) and candidates pursuing the final semester of these courses with required marks can apply for APTET-JUNE-2026.

Question 3

How is APTET-JUNE-2026 conducted and which papers are required for different classes?

Accepted Answer

It is conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT). For Classes I–V, candidates appear for Paper-1A; for Classes VI–VIII, Paper-2A; and for special schools, Paper-1B (I–V) and Paper-2B (VI–VIII).

Question 4

What is APTET’s applicability to different school types and in-service teachers?

Accepted Answer

APTET applies to schools under Clause (n) of Section 2 of the RTE Act, with specified options for certain private schools using Central or State TET. In-service teachers recruited prior to the RTE Act and eligible under the Supreme Court judgment must qualify the TET, with provisions allowing certain existing teachers to appear through the specified papers.