AP TET 2026 Preliminary Key Response Sheets Released
The Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh conducts the Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) 2026 for candidates who want to become teachers in Primary (Classes 1–5) & Upper Primary (Classes 6–8) schools across the state. After the exam conducted from 5th August to 21st August 2026 the APTET Question Paper 2026 will be available for all paper categories.
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Candidates can download the question paper PDF to review the exam pattern, question trends and difficulty level
APTET 2026 Marking Scheme
The APTET 2026 Marking Scheme awards +1 mark for every correct answer with zero deductions for incorrect or unattempted questions. Below is the paper-wise distribution of marks & subject weightage
| Paper Category |
Subject Sections Included |
Questions |
Marks Allotted |
| Paper 1A |
Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, EVS |
150 |
150 Marks |
| Paper 1B |
Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, EVS (Special Education) |
150 |
150 Marks |
| Paper 2A |
Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Maths & Science / Social Studies / Languages |
150 |
150 Marks |
| Paper 2B |
Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Disability Specialization |
150 |
150 Marks |
APTET 2026 Exam Overview
The APTET 2026 Exam table below discusses details of the Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test including conducting body, mode, total marks, duration & qualifying criteria
| Exam Parameter |
Details & Specifications |
| Exam Name |
Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body |
Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Exam Mode |
Online (Computer Based Test – CBT) |
| Exam Categories |
Paper 1A, Paper 1B, Paper 2A, Paper 2B |
| Question Format |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Number of Questions |
150 Questions per Paper |
| Total Marks |
150 Marks per Paper |
| Exam Duration |
2 Hours 30 Minutes (150 Minutes) |
| Official Portal |
https://aptet.apcfss.in |
APTET Question Paper 2026
The question paper comprises 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) carrying 1 mark each across distinct teaching categories (Paper 1A, Paper 1B, Paper 2A & Paper 2B). The Department of School Education prepares unique sets of question papers for Paper 1A (Primary Schools – Classes 1 to 5), Paper 1B (Special Education Primary), Paper 2A (Upper Primary Schools – Classes 6 to 8) & Paper 2B (Special Education Upper Primary). Candidates must attempt 150 questions within 150 minutes in online Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Practicing with previous papers & reviewing official question sheets gives candidates insight into topic distribution and exam trends
APTET Question Paper Download PDF Link
Candidates can download the APTET Question Paper Download PDF Link for all paper categories directly in the table provided below.
| S.No | EXAM DATE | EXAM SHIFT | EXAM PAPER | Question Paper |
| 1 | 5th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM | PAPER IIA LAN TELUGU | Click
here |
| 2 | 5th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IIA LAN TELUGU | Click here |
| 3 | 6th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA LAN TELUGU
| Click here |
| 4 | 6th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM |
PAPER IIA LAN KANNADA | Click here |
| 5 | 6th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA LAN ORIYA
| Click here |
| 6 | 6th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM |
PAPER IIA LAN TAMIL
| Click here |
| 7 | 6th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM |
PAPER IIA LAN SANSKRIT | Click here |
| 8 | 6th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA LAN URDU | Click here |
| 9 | 6th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU | Click here |
| 10 | 7th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU | Click here |
| 11 | 7th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU | Click here |
| 12 | 8th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU |
Click here |
| 13 | 8th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU | Click here |
| 14 | 9th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU | Click here |
| 15 | 9th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU
| Click here |
| 16 | 9th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM-5:00 PM | PAPER IA MINOR MEDIUM | Click here |
| 17 | 10th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IA TELUGU
| Click here |
| 18 | 10th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IB TELUGU
| Click here |
| 19 | 10th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IB MINOR MEDIUM | Click here |
| 20 | 10th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IIA SOCIAL
| Click here |
| 21 | 10th Aug 2026 | 02:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA SOCIAL MINOR MEDIUM | Click here |
| 22 | 11th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA SOCIAL | Click here |
| 23 | 11th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IIA SOCIAL | Click here |
| 24 | 12th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA LAN HINDI | Click here |
| 25 | 12th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IIB
PAPER IIB MINOR MEDIUM
| Click here |
| 26 | 13th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA MATHS & SCIENCE | Click here |
| 27 | 13th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA MATHS & SCIENCE |
Click here |
| 28 | 13th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IIA MATHS & SCIENCE |
Click here |
| 29 | 14th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA MATHS & SCIENCE |
Click here |
| 30 | 14th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IIA MATHS & SCIENCE |
Click here |
| 31 | 16th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA MATHS & SCIENCE
| Click here |
| 32 | 16th Aug 2026 | 09:30 AM-12:00 PM | PAPER IIA MATHS & SCIENCE MINOR MEDIUM | Click here |
| 33 | 16th Aug 2026 | 02:30 PM 05:00 PM | PAPER IIA LAN ENGLISH | Click here |
You can download the AP TET initial/provisional answer key, question papers, and individual response sheets from the AP TET Official Website by navigating to the "Question Paper & Keys" or candidate login section once your exam cycle's preliminary keys are published.
How to Download the Initial Key
🔸Go to the official portal at AP TET Portal.
🔸Click on the Initial Answer Key or Question Paper & Keys link on the home page.
🔸Choose your specific Paper (Paper I or Paper II) and your test subject or shift.
🔸Download the PDF file to check your answers.
🔸Log in with your Candidate ID and date of birth if you need to check your individual response sheet.
Raising Objections
The Department of School Education provides a brief objection window after releasing the initial key.
You can challenge incorrect provisional answers online through your candidate portal by providing valid proof.
The final key and results are prepared after reviewing these objections.
If you can tell me your specific exam paper (Paper 1A, 1B, 2A, or 2B) and subject, I can help you find more precise details or check the status for your specific test cycle.
Click here to View AP TET PRELIMINARY KEY
