MAHA TET Eligibility Criteria 2023: Age Limit, Educational Qualification

MAHA TET eligibility criteria is mentioned in the official notification. The Maharashtra State Council of Examinations conducts the Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) 2023 for the posts of teachers in Primary and Elementary classes across the state. There is no maximum age for candidates to apply for the MAHA TET exam. Candidates are expected to have a degree from a recognized college/university to be qualified for TET (Secondary) whereas, for TET (Primary), the candidate must have completed class 12th from a recognized board. Work experience is not required for the post.

The test will be divided into two parts: MAHA TET Paper 1 and MAHA TET Paper 2. Paper 1 will be for candidates who wish to apply for teaching positions in primary schools (classes 1–5), while Paper 2 will be for those who want to teach in secondary schools (classes 6–8). Candidates can check MAHA TET Salary Structure and Job Profile here

MAHA TET Age Limit and Age Relaxation

Candidates of any age can apply for and take the Maharashtra TET examination. The candidate's age is unrestricted as long as he meets all of the other eligibility criteria requirements. There is no specified number of attempts, candidates can take the examination provided all the eligibility criteria are met.

MAHA TET Educational Qualification

The most prominent factor that the council would look for in any candidate is their educational qualifications. The educational qualifications required for both the papers are listed in the space below.

MAHA TET Paper 1

To be considered for MAHA TET Paper 1, applicants must have one of the following qualifications.

• Passed intermediate with at least 50% and 2-year Diploma in primary education.
• Passed intermediate with at least 50% and 4-year B.El.Ed.
• Passed intermediate with at least 45% and 2-year D.T.Ed.
• Graduate Degree with at least 50% and B.Ed.

MAHA TET Paper 2:

To be considered for MAHA TET Paper 2, applicants must have one of the following qualifications.

• Passed intermediate with at least 50% and 4-year B.El.Ed.
• Passed intermediate with at least 50% and 4-year B.A.Ed.
• Graduate Degree with at least 45% and B.Ed.

MAHA TET Work Experience

Candidates do not require any work experience to qualify MAHA TET exam. The candidate must satisfy the academic requirements and must secure minimum qualifying marks to be selected for the post of primary and secondary teacher. The candidate must know Marathi, he/she should have good reading, speaking, and writing proficiency in Marathi.

The candidate must be a Maharashtra resident for the duration of his or her life. In addition, the candidates must have the supporting documents issued by the appropriate authority. However, if the candidate is not a Maharashtra resident, he/she will not be eligible for any relaxation.

Conclusion

MAHA TET exam is popular among candidates looking for teaching posts in the primary and elementary schools across the state of Maharashtra. Candidates who wish to apply should be familiar with the eligibility criteria. The MAHA TET Eligibility Certificate will be given to successful candidates, and they would be able to apply for teaching positions across Maharashtra.

The official notification for MAHA TET Exam is released on the official website. The candidate must check the official website of the examination conducting authorities for all the exam-related updates and information. Once the application starts, the candidate can fill out the application online and get the admit card from the official website of the board 10-15 days before the MAHA TET 2023 examination.