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AP TET Paper 1 Practice Mock Test 01
AP TET Exam Overview
The Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) is a state-level Computer-Based Test conducted by the Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Passing it is one of the essential qualifications to become a teacher for Classes I to VIII in government, Zilla Parishad, Mandal Parishad, municipal, and private aided or unaided schools in Andhra Pradesh, in line with NCTE norms under the RTE Act, 2009. The current cycle, APTET-JUNE-2026, is conducted through four papers: Paper-1A and Paper-1B for Classes I to V, and Paper-2A and Paper-2B for Classes VI to VIII.
Quick Information
Official website: cse.ap.gov.in and tet2dsc.apcfss.in
Who Can Take AP TET?
Paper-1A / Paper-1B: Intermediate with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD) plus a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed), or, for Paper-1B, a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
Paper-2A / Paper-2B: Graduation with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwBD) plus a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), a 4-year B.El.Ed or integrated B.A./B.Sc.Ed, Post-Graduation with a 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed, or, for Paper-2B, an equivalent B.Ed (Special Education) route.
Language-teacher qualifications, pre-2011 percentage requirements, and the full list of special-education routes are listed in the official APTET-JUNE-2026 Information Bulletin. Candidates in the final semester of an eligible course may also apply.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Sections | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1A / 1B | Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II (English), Mathematics, Environmental Studies | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-2A | Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II (English), Mathematics & Science or Social Studies | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-2B | Child Development & Pedagogy (Special Education), Language I, Language II (English), Disability Specialisation & Pedagogy | 150 | 150 |
+1 mark for each correct answer, no negative marking. The question paper is bilingual: English followed by the candidate’s chosen Language-I.
Pass Criteria
| Community | Pass Percentage | Pass Marks (out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| OC/EWS | 60% and above | 90 and above |
| BC | 50% and above | 75 and above |
| SC/ST/PwBD and Ex-servicemen | 40% and above | 60 and above |
The APTET certificate is valid for a lifetime, with no cap on the number of attempts. Candidates who have already qualified may reappear to improve their score.
Important Dates for APTET-JUNE-2026
| Notification & fee payment window | 05 Jun 2026 – 05 Jul 2026 |
| Online application window | 05 Jun 2026 – 05 Jul 2026 |
| Official mock test availability | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Hall ticket download | 25 Jul 2026 onwards |
| Examination window | 05 Aug 2026 – 21 Aug 2026 (Session 1: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, Session 2: 2:30 PM–5:00 PM) |
| Initial answer key | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Objection window on initial key | 25 Aug 2026 – 31 Aug 2026 |
| Final answer key | 08 Sep 2026 |
| Final result | 15 Sep 2026 |
Sourced from the official APTET-JUNE-2026 Notification and Tentative Schedule, and also listed with certainty status on the Southwide Exam Calendar. The Department of School Education has marked this schedule “tentative”, so confirm your hall ticket, session and centre details on the official APTET portal closer to your exam date.
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About This Practice Test
This is a shortened, original Southwide practice set, not a reproduction of an official APTET paper. The 60-question mini mock listed above covers Child Development & Pedagogy, English Language, Mathematics and EVS pedagogy: a shortened “Paper-1A” practice set that excludes the separate Language-I section and does not represent the full 150-question official examination. It is scored automatically (+1 for a correct answer, 0 for an incorrect or unanswered one) in about 60 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southwide AP TET practice test free?
Yes. The AP TET Paper 1 Practice Mock Test is completely free to attempt, with your first attempt available as a guest.
Does this practice test cover the full APTET syllabus?
No. It is a shortened 60-question practice set covering Child Development & Pedagogy, English Language, Mathematics and EVS pedagogy, not the full 150-question official Paper-1A. See “About This Practice Test” above for exactly what it covers.
Is there negative marking on APTET or on this practice test?
No. Neither the official APTET nor this Southwide practice test applies negative marking.
Where can I find the official APTET-JUNE-2026 dates?
The full schedule is listed above under “Important Dates” and sourced directly from the official Notification and Tentative Schedule. You can also track it on the Southwide Exam Calendar.
Do I need to create an account to practise?
No. Your first attempt is free as a guest. Create a free account if you want to save your results and reattempt the test later.
Official Sources
- APTET official candidate portal (tet2dsc.apcfss.in)
- APTET-JUNE-2026 Notification No.01
- APTET-JUNE-2026 Information Bulletin
- APTET-JUNE-2026 Tentative Schedule
Last verified: 24 July 2026, against the official APTET-JUNE-2026 Notification No.01, Information Bulletin and Tentative Schedule published by the Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Detailed subject-wise syllabus is published separately on the official portal. The schedule is marked “tentative” by the Department, so confirm hall ticket and exam-day details closer to your test date.