{"id":12175,"date":"2025-02-17T17:13:29","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T11:43:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/live-jrfadda-new\/2025\/02\/17\/ts-set-selection-process-2025-eligibility-exam-pattern-results\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T11:36:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T06:06:08","slug":"ts-set-selection-process-2025-eligibility-exam-pattern-results","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jrfadda.com\/exams\/set-exam\/ts-set-selection-process-2025-eligibility-exam-pattern-results\/","title":{"rendered":"TS SET Selection Process 2025 Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Results"},"content":{"rendered":"
The Telangana State Eligibility Test (TS SET) 2025<\/b> is an important exam for candidates who want to become Assistant Professors and Lecturers<\/b> in Telangana\u2019s universities and colleges. Osmania University, Hyderabad<\/b> conducts this exam every year to determine the eligibility of applicants. \nThis article provides a detailed overview of the TS SET selection process 2025<\/b>, including eligibility criteria, exam pattern, minimum qualifying marks, and final selection.<\/p>\n
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TS SET Selection Process 2025 Step-by-Step Guide<\/b><\/h2>\n
The TS SET 2025 selection process<\/b> consists of the following steps:<\/p>\n\n
Application Process<\/b> \u2013 Candidates must apply online and submit required documents.<\/li>\n
Admit Card Release<\/b> \u2013 Hall tickets are issued before the exam.<\/li>\n
TS SET 2025 Exam<\/b> \u2013 The exam consists of two papers conducted on the same day.<\/li>\n
Answer Key Release<\/b> \u2013 Provisional answer keys are published after the exam.<\/li>\n
Results Declaration<\/b> \u2013 Candidates can check their scores and eligibility status.<\/li>\n
Final Selection<\/b> \u2013 The top 6% of candidates<\/b> from the merit list qualify for the Assistant Professor role.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Now, let\u2019s go into each step in detail.<\/b><\/p>\n
TS SET 2025 Eligibility Criteria Who Can Apply?<\/b><\/h2>\n
Before applying, candidates must check the eligibility requirements.<\/p>\n
Educational Qualification<\/b><\/h3>\n
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General Category:<\/b> Master\u2019s degree with at least 55% marks<\/b> (without rounding off).<\/li>\n
Reserved Categories (BC\/SC\/ST\/PwD):<\/b> Master\u2019s degree with at least 50% marks<\/b>.<\/li>\n
Candidates awaiting final year results<\/b> can also apply but must submit proof of qualification later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Age Limit<\/b><\/h3>\n
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There is no upper age limit<\/b> for TS SET 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Relaxation for Special Categories<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Transgender candidates<\/b> get the same relaxation as SC\/ST\/PwD candidates.<\/li>\n
PhD holders<\/b> who completed their Master\u2019s by September 19, 1991<\/b>, get a 5% relaxation<\/b> (i.e., 50% marks instead of 55%).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
TS SET Exam Pattern 2025 Paper-Wise Structure<\/b><\/h2>\n
The TS SET 2025 exam<\/b> is designed to test teaching and research aptitude.<\/p>\n
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Paper<\/b><\/td>\n
No. of Questions<\/b><\/td>\n
Total Marks<\/b><\/td>\n
Marks per Question<\/b><\/td>\n
Duration<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Paper I<\/td>\n
50<\/td>\n
100<\/td>\n
2<\/td>\n
1 Hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Paper II<\/td>\n
100<\/td>\n
200<\/td>\n
2<\/td>\n
2 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
Key Points to Remember<\/b> \nBoth papers are compulsory<\/b> and conducted on the same day. \nThere is no negative marking<\/b> in TS SET 2025. \nPaper I<\/b> tests general teaching and research aptitude<\/b> (common for all). \nPaper II<\/b> focuses on the chosen subject specialization<\/b> (27 subjects available).<\/p>\n
TS SET 2025 Selection Criteria How Are Candidates Chosen?<\/b><\/h2>\n
The selection process for TS SET 2025<\/b> follows a systematic approach. Only 6% of total test-takers<\/b> will qualify for Assistant Professor roles.<\/p>\n
Minimum Qualifying Marks for TS SET 2025<\/b><\/h3>\n
To be eligible, candidates must score at least:<\/p>\n
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Category<\/b><\/td>\n
Minimum Marks (Paper I + Paper II Combined)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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General<\/td>\n
40%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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BC\/SC\/ST\/PwD<\/td>\n
35%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
TS SET Selection Process 2025: How Are Candidates Shortlisted?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
Total Qualified Candidates<\/b>\n
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The number of qualified candidates = 6% of the total number of test-takers<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
Category-Wise Reservation<\/b>\n
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The total slots available for Assistant Professors are distributed as per Telangana Government\u2019s reservation policy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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Category<\/b><\/td>\n
Percentage of Seats<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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General (Unreserved)<\/td>\n
50%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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SC<\/td>\n
15%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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ST<\/td>\n
6%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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BC-A<\/td>\n
7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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BC-B<\/td>\n
10%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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BC-C<\/td>\n
1%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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BC-D<\/td>\n
7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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BC-E<\/td>\n
4%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Women (in each category)<\/td>\n
33.33%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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PwD (across all categories)<\/td>\n
3%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
Final Selection Formula<\/b> \n<\/b>Candidates in each category and subject are selected based on the following formula: \n(A * B) \/ C<\/b> \n<\/b>Where:<\/p>\n
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A<\/b> = Number of candidates scoring at least 35% (BC\/SC\/ST\/PwD) or 40% (General)<\/b> in both papers.<\/li>\n
B<\/b> = Total slots allotted to a particular category.<\/li>\n
C<\/b> = Total number of candidates from that category who cleared the minimum marks criteria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
TS SET 2025 Exam Centres<\/b><\/h2>\n
The TS SET exam is conducted in 10 cities across Telangana.<\/b> Candidates must select their preferred test centre<\/b> while applying.<\/p>\n
Important:<\/b> Once the application is submitted, the exam centre cannot be changed.<\/b><\/p>\n
TS SET 2025 Results How to Check Your Score?<\/b><\/h2>\n
The TS SET 2025 results<\/b> will be announced in October 2025<\/b> (tentative). Candidates can check their results online by following these steps:<\/p>\n
How to Download TS SET 2025 Results?<\/b><\/h3>\n\n