MAHA TET 2025 Applications to Open on September 15: Check Eligibility & Exam Schedule

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) will begin the MAHA TET 2025 application process from September 15, 2025. Candidates aspiring to become teachers in Maharashtra schools can apply online through the official website.

The exam schedule, eligibility criteria, application fee, and guidelines have been released. The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) is a crucial examination for individuals seeking teaching positions in primary (Class 1-5) and upper primary (Class 6-8) levels across the state. Candidates are advised to check the official notification carefully before applying.

MAHA TET 2025 Applications to Open on Sept 15

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE), Pune, has officially announced that the MAHA TET 2025 applications will open on September 15, 2025. The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) is one of the most significant examinations for individuals aspiring to secure teaching positions in government and private schools across Maharashtra.

MAHA TET 2025 Overview

The MAHA TET exam is conducted in two papers:

• Paper I: For candidates applying to teach classes 1 to 5 (Primary level).
• Paper II: For candidates applying to teach classes 6 to 8 (Upper Primary level).

Candidates can also apply for both papers if they wish to teach across both levels.

Eligibility Criteria

For Paper I (Primary Teachers):

Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and must have completed or be in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or a 4-year B.El.Ed program.

For Paper II (Upper Primary Teachers):

Candidates should hold a Graduation degree with B.Ed., or must be in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.

Application Process

• Candidates can apply online through the official MSCE website.
• The application link will remain active from September 15, 2025, till the last date notified in the exam schedule.
• Applicants must provide valid documents, upload a passport-sized photograph, signature, and pay the required fees.

Application Fee

• General / OBC candidates: ₹500 (for one paper), ₹800 (for both papers)
• SC / ST candidates: ₹250 (for one paper), ₹400 (for both papers)

Exam Schedule

The detailed MAHA TET 2025 exam schedule has been released along with the notification. The exam will be conducted in offline mode at designated centers across Maharashtra. Candidates are advised to check their admit cards carefully for reporting time, venue, and exam guidelines.

Exam Pattern

Paper I (Class 1-5):

Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I (Marathi/English), Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies.

Paper II (Class 6-8):

Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science (for Science teachers), or Social Studies (for Social Science teachers).

Each paper consists of 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks, with no negative marking.

Importance of MAHA TET 2025

The MAHA TET certificate is mandatory for teaching aspirants in Maharashtra, ensuring that candidates are well-qualified to handle primary and upper primary classes. Successful candidates will be eligible for recruitment in various government and private schools in the state.

Key Highlights

• Applications open: September 15, 2025
• Mode of exam: Offline (OMR-based)
• Levels: Paper I (Primary), Paper II (Upper Primary)
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes per paper
• Validity of certificate: Lifetime (as per the latest rules)

With applications beginning soon, candidates are advised to prepare well and complete their registration before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.