AP TET Eligibility Criteria 2023: AP TET Educational Qualification & Age Limit

AP TET Eligibility Criteria 2023: AP TET eligibility criteria are an important factor for candidates who are thinking of appearing in the teacher eligibility exam. The eligibility criteria for the exam are based on the age limit as well as the educational qualification of the candidate. Candidates are required to meet the  AP TET eligibility criteria 2023 for Paper 1 (Part A & B) and Paper 2 (Part A & B) to appear for the exam. 

Candidates should read the eligibility criteria thoroughly before appearing in the exam.  Candidates who wish to pursue teaching as their career appears for the AP TET exam. The teacher eligibility test will be for candidates who want to teach in normal schools as well as special schools. The AP TET notification 2023 date is tentatively set as the first week of May. However, an official announcement regarding the dates is yet to be made. 

The AP TET exam is divided into two different parts including Part I and Part II. While paper I is for the candidates who intend to become teachers for classes 1 to 5, paper II is for those candidates who want to teach students of classes 6 to 8. Furthermore, both papers are divided into two parts -- parts A and B. 

AP TET Eligibility 

Candidates at the time of applying for the teacher eligibility test are required to follow the minimum qualification prescribed for the category for paper - I and paper - II separately. The AP TET official notification is expected to be released in the first week of May 2023. The notification contains all the important information including the admit card dates, exam dates, and others. 

 AP TET Eligibility 2023 - Age Limit

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply for the AP TET 2022. After the official announcement of the AP TET 2022 is released, more information will be posted.

Educational Qualifications for AP TET Paper 1 - Part A 

There are two parameters for minimum qualification prescribed for the category of I to V classes paper I. Candidates applying for AP TET must fulfil at least one of the parameters to be eligible for appearing in the AP TET examination. The parameters are listed below. 

• Applicants must have achieved a 50% mark in intermediate, senior secondary (or its equivalent), graduation, or a postgraduate degree. Candidates from the SC/ST/BC/Differently Abled categories are given an exemption since they just need to have secured 45%. And ass in a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education / 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) / 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)/Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), as per the official notification.

• Candidates who are in Intermediate or Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) shall get a minimum of 45% marks, according to the official notice. Candidates who fall under the categories of SC, ST, BC, or candidates with a disability must obtain 40% and must have completed a 2-year elementary education diploma, a 4-year bachelor's degree in elementary education (B.El.Ed. ), a 2-year special education diploma, or a bachelor's degree in education (B.Ed.).

NOTE:  For candidates who have already applied for admission to the Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Elementary Education, or an equivalent programme prior to July 29, 2011, the minimum percentage of marks in graduation shall not be applicable.

Minimum qualification for AP TET PAPER 1 – I B (SPECIAL SCHOOLS):

RCI Qualifications Elementary: 

According to the Department of School Education in Andhra Pradesh's official announcement, a number of qualifications are required for the AP - TET PAPER - I B. (CLASSES I TO V). To be eligible to take the teacher eligibility test, applicants for the AP TET must meet one of the following requirements specified by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).

Candidates must have completed intermediate or senior high school as well as two years of special education coursework in any category of disability, according to the official notice.

                                                    (or)

Intermediate/Senior Secondary and a one-year Diploma in Special Education (DSE) in any category of impairment.

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With a six-month Certificate course in the Education of Children with Exceptional Needs, candidates can get a Diploma in Community-Based Rehabilitation (DCBR).

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A six-month Certificate programme in the Education of Children with Exceptional Needs is required for the Post Graduate Diploma in Community Based Rehabilitation (PGDCBR).

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Education of Children with Exceptional Needs Certificate with a 06-month Multi Rehabilitation Worker (MRW) Diploma.

                                                        (or)

Junior Diploma in Teaching the Deaf.

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Primary level Teacher Training course in Visual Impairment.

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Candidates should have a diploma in Vocational Rehabilitation – Mental Retardation (DVR-MR) / Diploma in Vocational Training and Employment – Mental Retardation (DVTE-MR) with a 6 months certification course in the education of children with exceptional needs.

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With a six-month Certificate degree in the Education of Children with Exceptional Needs, candidates should also have a Diploma in Hearing, Language, and Speech (DHLS).

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Passing marks in intermediate or senior high school combined with any RCI-recognized certification that is at least one year in duration and a six-month certificate programme in the education of children with special needs.                                                      

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Any other equivalent qualification approved by RCI. 

Minimum Qualification for AP TET Paper II A ( Classes VI to VIII) - Regular Schools : 

Applicants must meet one of the two eligibility requirements listed below in order to be considered for the category of AP TET Paper II A (Classes VI to VIII) for the Mathematics and Science Teachers/Social Studies subjects.

Candidates must have scored at 50 marks in any graduation in the concerned subject. Candidates who belong to SC/ST/BC/Differently Abled categories should secure at least 40 % marks and should pass the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) course / Bachelor of Education (B.Ed Special Education). 

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Candidates should score at least 50% marks in 4-year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed. On the other hand, candidates of SC/ ST/ BC/ Differently Abled should score minimum marks shall be 45%. 

Language Teachers (Classes VI to VIII)

The qualifying requirements listed below must be met by an applicant if they choose to be considered for the position of a language teacher. Candidates should have completed a bachelor's degree with language as one of the optional subjects, or candidates should have completed a bachelor's degree in literature, an advanced degree in the relevant language, a language pandit training certificate, or a B.Ed with the relevant language as one of the methodologies, in the case of language teachers.

Minimum Qualification for AP TET paper II B for classes VI to VIII Special Schools 

RCI Qualifications Secondary

As per the official notification, aspirants who have B.Ed.(Special Education)/ B.Ed.(General) along with one-year diploma in B.Ed.(General) with one year Diploma in Special Education / B.Ed. (General)/B.Ed.(Special Education)/ with two years Diploma in Special Education / B.Ed.(General)/ PG Diploma in Special Education (Mental Retardation) / with Post Graduate Professional Diploma in Special Education (PGDC)/PG Diploma in Special Education (Locomotor Impairment/ PG Diploma in Special Education (Multiple Disability: Physical & Neurological)/ Senior Diploma in Teaching the Deaf / BA B.Ed. in Visual impairment/ any other equivalent qualification which has been approved by RCI. 

Conclusion

The eligibility criteria is one the most important factors when it comes to appearing for the AP TET exam. Candidates are required to fulfil the age criteria and must have the educational qualification to apply for the AP TET exam.