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TS TET 2026:<\/b> The Telangana Department of School Education has issued the official notice for the TS TET 2026 exam. The announcement was made on <\/span>14 November 2025<\/b>, confirming the start of the application process. Candidates interested in appearing for the Telangana State Teacher Eligibility Test can fill out the online form through the official website <\/span>tgtet.aptonline.in\/tgtet\/<\/b>. The application submission period is open from <\/span>15 November to 29 November 2025<\/b>. According to the exam schedule, the TS TET 2026 will be held on multiple dates between <\/span>3 January and 31 January 2026\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

TSTET 2026 Exam Highlights<\/b><\/h2>\n

The important details of the <\/span>TSTET 2026 examination<\/b> are given below to help candidates quickly understand the exam structure and purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Exam Particulars<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Name<\/span><\/td>\nTelangana State Teacher Eligibility Test (TSTET)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Conducting Authority<\/span><\/td>\nDepartment of School Education, Government of Telangana<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mode of Examination<\/span><\/td>\nOnline (Computer-Based Test)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application Fee<\/span><\/td>\n\u20b91000 for one paper\u20b92000 for both papers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Duration<\/span><\/td>\nPaper 1: 150 minutesPaper 2: 150 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Number of Papers<\/span><\/td>\nTwo (Paper 1 and Paper 2)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Marks<\/span><\/td>\nPaper 1: 150 marksPaper 2: 150 marks<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Number of Questions<\/span><\/td>\n150 multiple-choice questions in each paper<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marking Scheme<\/span><\/td>\n+1 mark for every correct answerNo negative marking<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Districts<\/span><\/td>\nConducted across 33 districts of Telangana<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medium of Question Paper<\/span><\/td>\nEnglish, Telugu, Urdu, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, Tamil<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Purpose of Exam<\/span><\/td>\nTo assess eligibility for teaching positions in Classes 1 to 8<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Official Website<\/span><\/td>\ntstet2026.aptonline.in\/tstet<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

What is TS TET?<\/b><\/h2>\n

TS TET is mandatory for candidates who want to become <\/span>teachers in government, aided, and private schools<\/b> of Telangana for <\/span>Classes 1 to 8<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Purpose of TS TET<\/b><\/h3>\n
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  • To check <\/span>teaching aptitude and subject knowledge<\/b><\/li>\n
  • To ensure <\/span>quality teachers<\/b> in schools<\/span><\/li>\n
  • It is an <\/span>eligibility test<\/b>, not a recruitment exam<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    TS TET Papers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Paper<\/b><\/td>\nFor Teaching Classes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Paper 1<\/b><\/td>\nClasses <\/span>1 to 5<\/b> (Primary Teacher)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Paper 2<\/b><\/td>\nClasses <\/span>6 to 8<\/b> (Upper Primary Teacher)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Validity<\/b><\/h3>\n
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    • TS TET certificate is <\/span>valid for lifetime<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Conducting Authority<\/b><\/h3>\n
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      • Department of School Education, Government of Telangana<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Important Points<\/b><\/h3>\n
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        • No age limit<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Unlimited attempts<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Qualifying exam (marks used in teacher recruitment)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          TSTET Application Form 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

          The Department of School Education, Government of Telangana, has started the online application process for the <\/span>TSTET 2026 examination<\/b> along with the release of the official notification. Candidates planning to appear for the Telangana State Teacher Eligibility Test should carefully check the application details given below.<\/span><\/p>\n

          The <\/span>TS TET Application Form 2026<\/b> was made available online from <\/span>15 November 2025<\/b>. Applicants must complete the form through the official portal by following the prescribed procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          TSTET 2026 Application Fee<\/b><\/h2>\n

          The application fee for <\/span>TSTET 2026<\/b> depends on the number of papers a candidate chooses to appear for. The fee details are given below:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
          Category<\/b><\/td>\nFee for One Paper (\u20b9)<\/b><\/td>\nFee for Both Papers (\u20b9)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          All Categories<\/span><\/td>\n1000<\/span><\/td>\n2000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

          TS TET 2026 Notification<\/b><\/h2>\n

          The <\/span>TS TET 2026 Notification<\/b> is released in <\/span>PDF format<\/b> and includes complete information related to the examination. Candidates are advised to download and read the notification carefully before applying.<\/span><\/p>\n

          The TSTET Notification PDF provides details on the following points:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          • Step-by-step process to fill the TSTET application form<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Eligibility requirements for Paper 1 and Paper 2<\/span><\/li>\n
          • TS TET 2026 examination dates<\/span><\/li>\n
          • List of examination centres<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Detailed exam schedule for both papers<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Exam pattern and complete syllabus<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Marking scheme used in the exam<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Selection procedure<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Validity period of the TSTET certificate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Candidates planning to apply for the <\/span>TSTET 2026 examination<\/b> must check the eligibility requirements carefully before filling out the application form. The eligibility conditions are based mainly on <\/span>educational qualifications<\/b>, and they are different for <\/span>Paper 1 and Paper 2<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

            Commonly Asked Question<\/b><\/h2>\n

            TS TET Qualifying Cut Off Marks<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
            Category<\/b><\/td>\nQualifying Percentage<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            General<\/b><\/td>\n60% and above<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            BC<\/b><\/td>\n50% and above<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            SC \/ ST \/ PwD<\/b><\/td>\n40% and above<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

            TS TET Eligibility Criteria 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

            Candidates must meet the following TS TET Eligibility Criteria 2026:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
            Eligibility Criteria<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Nationality<\/b><\/td>\nCandidate must be a <\/span>citizen of India<\/b>.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Age Limit<\/b><\/td>\nNo minimum or maximum age limit<\/b> for TS TET 2026.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

             <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
            TSTET Paper<\/b><\/td>\nEligible Qualification Criteria<\/b><\/td>\nMinimum Marks<\/b><\/td>\nAdditional Notes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Paper 1 (Classes 1\u20135)<\/b><\/td>\nOption 1:<\/b> Senior Secondary (or equivalent) + 2-year D.El.Ed \/ 4-year B.El.Ed \/ 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)<\/span><\/p>\n

            Option 2:<\/b> Senior Secondary (or equivalent, admitted\/passed D.El.Ed \/ D.Ed before 23 Dec 2015) + 2-year D.El.Ed \/ 4-year B.El.Ed \/ 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)<\/span><\/p>\n

            Option 3:<\/b> Graduation + B.Ed \/ B.Ed (Special Education)<\/span><\/td>\n

            		General:<\/b> 50%<\/span><\/p>\n

            SC\/ST\/OBC\/Differently Abled:<\/b> 45%<\/span><\/p>\n

            (40\u201345% for older course admissions)<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n

            		Candidates must have <\/span>completed or be appearing in the final year<\/b> of the required course<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Paper 2 (Classes 6\u20138)<\/b><\/td>\nOption 1:<\/b> Graduation (BA \/ BSc \/ BCom) + B.Ed \/ B.Ed (Special Education)<\/span><\/p>\n

            Option 2:<\/b> Graduation (admitted\/completed B.Ed before 23 Dec 2015) + B.Ed \/ B.Ed (Special Education)<\/span><\/p>\n

            Option 3:<\/b> 4-year Integrated BA.Ed \/ BSc.Ed course<\/span><\/td>\n

            		General:<\/b> 50%<\/span><\/p>\n

            SC\/ST\/OBC\/Differently Abled:<\/b> 45%<\/span><\/p>\n

            (40% for older admissions)<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n

            		Candidates must have <\/span>completed or be appearing in the final year<\/b> of the required course<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

            TSTET 2026 Eligibility Other Conditions<\/b><\/h2>\n

            Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also meet the following <\/span>additional eligibility conditions<\/b> to apply for <\/span>TSTET 2026<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
            Criteria<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Final-Year Candidates<\/b><\/td>\nCandidates <\/span>currently in the final year<\/b> of <\/span>B.Ed<\/b> or <\/span>Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed)<\/b> are eligible to apply<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Course Recognition<\/b><\/td>\nTeacher education <\/span>degrees or diplomas must be approved by NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Special Education Recognition<\/b><\/td>\nDiploma or B.Ed in Special Education must be recognized by RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) only<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Intermediate Qualification Validity<\/b><\/td>\nOnly <\/span>Intermediate certificates issued by the Board of Intermediate Education (BIE), Telangana<\/b>, or its <\/span>recognized equivalent<\/b>, are accepted<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Number of Attempts<\/b><\/td>\nNo limit on attempts<\/b> \u2014 Candidates may appear multiple times; even <\/span>qualified candidates can reappear<\/b> to improve their score as per official guidelines<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

            TS TET Qualifying Cut Off Marks<\/b><\/h2>\n

            TS TET cut off marks<\/b> are the <\/span>minimum qualifying (passing) marks<\/b> required to clear the exam and receive the <\/span>TS TET eligibility certificate<\/b>. The cutoff is <\/span>category-wise<\/b> and <\/span>remains the same every year<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
            Category<\/b><\/td>\nQualifying Percentage<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            General<\/b><\/td>\n60% and above<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            BC<\/b><\/td>\n50% and above<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            SC \/ ST \/ PwD<\/b><\/td>\n40% and above<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

            Note:<\/b><\/p>\n

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            • TS TET is a <\/span>qualifying exam<\/b>, not a ranking exam<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Scoring the cutoff makes you <\/span>eligible for teacher recruitment<\/b>, but selection depends on recruitment rules<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              TSTET 2026 Exam Exemption<\/b><\/h2>\n

              Candidates who have already been appointed as <\/span>Primary or Upper Primary Teachers<\/b> by the <\/span>Government or Local Authorities<\/b>, as per <\/span>NCTE norms<\/b>, are <\/span>exempted from appearing in TSTET 2026<\/b>.<\/span>
              \n<\/span>However, aspirants who have <\/span>not been appointed through government or authorized bodies<\/b> must qualify the TSTET exam to be considered eligible.<\/span><\/p>\n

              TS TET 2026<\/b>, also known as the <\/span>Telangana State Teacher Eligibility Test<\/b>, is an eligibility examination conducted by the <\/span>Department of School Education, Government of Telangana<\/b>. This exam is held to assess whether candidates are qualified to apply for teaching positions in <\/span>government and government-aided schools across Telangana.<\/b><\/p>\n

              The TSTET examination is conducted at <\/span>two different levels<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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              • Paper 1<\/b> is meant for candidates who wish to teach <\/span>Classes 1 to 5<\/b> (Primary Level).<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Paper 2<\/b> is for those aiming to teach <\/span>Classes 6 to 8<\/b> (Upper Primary Level).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Candidates who plan to teach <\/span>Classes 1 to 8<\/b> must appear for <\/span>both Paper 1 and Paper 2<\/b>. Qualifying the TS TET exam is mandatory for securing teaching eligibility in the state.<\/span><\/p>\n

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                How to Download TSTET Hall Ticket 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

                \u00a0The <\/span>TS TET 2026 Hall Ticket<\/b> will be released by the <\/span>Telangana State Government<\/b> on <\/span>27 December 2025<\/b>. Candidates who have successfully registered for the examination must download the admit card from the official website. Entry to the examination centre will be allowed <\/span>only with a valid hall ticket<\/b>, so candidates should carry a printed copy on the exam day.<\/span><\/p>\n

                Follow the steps given below to download the <\/span>TS TET Admit Card 2026<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                • Visit the official website: <\/span>tgtet.aptonline.in\/tgtet<\/b><\/li>\n
                • Click on the <\/span>Hall Ticket \/ Admit Card Download<\/b> link<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Enter the required login details carefully<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Submit the details to access the hall ticket<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Download the TSTET hall ticket<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Take a clear printout and keep it safe for the exam<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  TS TET 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern<\/b><\/h2>\n

                  TS TET Exam Pattern 2026<\/b><\/h3>\n

                  The <\/span>TS TET 2026 exam pattern<\/b> is the same for <\/span>Paper 1 and Paper 2<\/b>, with minor differences in subject sections. Candidates should understand the pattern clearly before starting their preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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                  • Each paper consists of <\/span>150 objective-type questions<\/b> in <\/span>Multiple Choice Question (MCQ)<\/b> format<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Every paper carries a total of <\/span>150 marks<\/b><\/li>\n
                  • The time allotted for each paper is <\/span>150 minutes<\/b> (2 hours and 30 minutes)<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n
                  • All questions are compulsory<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    TS TET 2026 Exam Pattern\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                    Particulars<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                    Total Questions<\/span><\/td>\n150<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                    Total Marks<\/span><\/td>\n150<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                    Exam Duration<\/span><\/td>\n2 hours 30 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

                    The <\/span>TS TET Syllabus 2026<\/b> is designed and released by the <\/span>Department of School Education, Government of Telangana<\/b>. The syllabus is different for <\/span>Paper 1 and Paper 2<\/b>, based on the teaching level for which a candidate is applying. Aspirants should study the syllabus carefully to prepare in a focused manner.<\/span><\/p>\n

                    TS TET Paper 1 Syllabus (Classes 1 to 5)<\/b><\/h3>\n

                    The <\/span>Paper 1 syllabus<\/b> covers subjects related to primary-level teaching. It is divided into <\/span>five major sections<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • Child Development and Pedagogy<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Language I<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Language II<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Mathematics<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Environmental Studies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      TS TET Paper 2 Syllabus (Classes 6 to 8)<\/b><\/h3>\n

                      The <\/span>Paper 2 syllabus<\/b> is meant for upper primary-level teaching and includes <\/span>four main sections<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                      • Child Development and Pedagogy<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Language I<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Language II<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Mathematics and Science <\/span>or<\/b> Social Studies \/ Social Sciences<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        TS TET 2026 Exam Analysis<\/b><\/h2>\n

                        The <\/span>TS TET 2026 exam analysis<\/b> given below is prepared based on the <\/span>overall feedback shared by candidates<\/b> who appeared for the examination. This analysis helps students understand the section-wise difficulty level and question distribution.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                        Section<\/b><\/td>\nNumber of Questions<\/b><\/td>\nDifficulty Level<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                        Child Development and Pedagogy<\/span><\/td>\n30<\/span><\/td>\nModerate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                        Language I<\/span><\/td>\n30<\/span><\/td>\nEasy to Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                        Language II (English)<\/span><\/td>\n30<\/span><\/td>\nModerate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                        Mathematics & Science \/ Social Studies<\/span><\/td>\n60<\/span><\/td>\nModerate to Difficult<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                        Overall Level<\/b><\/td>\n150<\/b><\/td>\nModerate<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

                        Candidates planning to appear for the <\/span>TSTET 2026 examination<\/b> should first understand the exam pattern and syllabus clearly. A well-planned strategy can improve both confidence and performance. Some useful preparation tips are given below:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                        • Create a <\/span>realistic study timetable<\/b> that allows you to complete the entire TG TET syllabus on time<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Solve <\/span>previous years\u2019 question papers<\/b> to understand the exam trend and question format<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Focus on <\/span>accuracy and correct answers<\/b>, as higher scores increase the chances of selection in Telangana government schools, even though there is no negative marking<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Identify <\/span>important topics section-wise<\/b> and plan your preparation around them<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Take <\/span>short and regular breaks<\/b> during study hours to stay relaxed and focused<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          The <\/span>Department of School Education, Telangana<\/b>, has made the <\/span>official TS TET mock test<\/b> available for the 2026 examination. These mock tests help candidates become familiar with the exam interface, question pattern, and time management. Practising the mock test regularly can boost confidence and improve performance before the actual exam.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          Candidates can access the <\/span>official TS TET 2026 mock test link<\/b> through the authorized examination portal.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          TS TET Best Books for Preparation 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

                          Choosing the right study material plays a crucial role in TS TET preparation. Below is a list of <\/span>recommended books<\/b> for different subjects that can help candidates strengthen their concepts and practice effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          English Language<\/b><\/h4>\n
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                          • General English<\/span><\/i> \u2013 S.P. Bakshi<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • English Language<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Geeta Sahni<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • English for Competitive Examinations<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Wren & Martin<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Environmental Studies<\/b><\/h4>\n
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                            • CTET and TET Environmental Studies and Pedagogy<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Arihant Experts<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Rapid Environmental Studies (English Medium)<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Dr. Sajid Ali<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • CTET Environmental Studies<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Wiley Publications<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              Child Development & Pedagogy<\/b><\/h4>\n
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                              • CTET Child Development & Pedagogy<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Agarwal Examcart<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Child Development & Pedagogy for CTET & STET<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Disha Experts<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Advanced Pedagogy & Child Development<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Prateek Shivalik<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Mathematics<\/b><\/h4>\n
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                                • Quantitative Aptitude<\/span><\/i> \u2013 R.S. Aggarwal<\/span><\/li>\n
                                • The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Dinesh Khattar<\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Fast Track Objective Arithmetic<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Rajesh Verma<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  TS TET Notification 2026 FAQs\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n