KARTET Exam Date 2025 Out, Karnataka TET Exam Schedule
KARTET Exam Date 2025 is set for December 7, 2025, conducted offline in two sessions, Paper I (9:30 AM–12:00 PM) and Paper II (2:00 PM–4:30 PM). Applications are open from October 23 to November 9, 2025.
Priyanka Dahima24 Oct, 2025
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KARTET Exam Date 2025 Out: The Karnataka School Education Department has officially released the KARTET Exam Date 2025, marking an important milestone for teaching aspirants across the state. The Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET 2025) will be held offline on December 7, 2025 (Sunday), in two sessions — Paper I (9:30 AM to 12:00 PM) and Paper II (2:00 PM to 4:30 PM).
The online application process for KARTET 2025 has started and will close on November 9, 2025. Candidates can apply through the official website, schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in.
Karnataka TET Exam Date 2025 Overview
This Karnataka TET examination serves as a gateway for teaching positions in classes 1 to 8 across government and aided schools in Karnataka. Successful candidates will receive a Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate, valid for a lifetime. The table below provides you with the highlights of the KARTET Exam Date 2025.
| Karnataka TET Exam Date 2025 Overview | |
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Authority | Karnataka School Education Department / Central Admission Cell (CAC), Bengaluru |
| Exam Name | Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025 |
| Exam Date | December 7, 2025 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Papers | Paper I (Classes 1–5) and Paper II (Classes 6–8) |
| Official Website | schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in |
KARTET Exam Schedule 2025
The KARTET Exam Schedule 2025 has been released to help candidates plan their exam day accordingly. Both papers will be conducted on the same day in two separate sessions.Candidates must arrive at their allotted centres well before the reporting time. Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the exam hall after the designated closing time.
| KARTET Exam Schedule 2025 | |||||
| Paper | Level | Session | Exam Timing | Reporting Time | Late Entry Not Allowed After |
| Paper I | Primary Level (Classes 1–5) | Morning | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 8:30 AM | 9:15 AM |
| Paper II | Upper Primary Level (Classes 6–8) | Afternoon | 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 1:00 PM | 1:45 PM |
KARTET 2025 Exam Shift Timings
The KARTET 2025 Exam Shift Timings ensure smooth conduct of both papers:
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Morning Shift (Paper I): 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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Afternoon Shift (Paper II): 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Each session will last 2 hours and 30 minutes, with objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The exam is OMR-based, and candidates must use a blue or black ballpoint pen to mark their answers.
Stages of KARTET 2025 Examination
The KARTET 2025 selection comprises the following stages:
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Written Examination: Conducted offline for Paper I and/or Paper II depending on eligibility.
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Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates’ credentials will be verified during teacher recruitment.
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Interview: No interview or oral test is part of the KARTET selection process.
KARTET 2025 Qualifying Marks
Candidates who meet the qualifying marks will receive a computer-generated TET certificate online. Please note that this certificate serves as a qualifying credential and not a guarantee of employment.
| KARTET 2025 Qualifying Marks | |
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| General | 60% and above |
| SC/ST/PwD | 55% and above |