The last date to apply for the MAHA TET 2026 exam is April 16, 2026 . The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) started the application process on March 27, 2026, on the official website, mahatet.in. This exam is for those who want to become teachers in Maharashtra schools for classes 1 to 8.
The MAHA TET Paper 1 will be held on June 21, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Paper 2 will be held from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM on the same day. Candidates must fill out the online application form to be able to take the exam.
How to Apply
Here's how to apply for the MAHA TET 2026 exam:
- Go to the official website: mahatet.in.
- Click on the link for new registration.
- Fill in your name, father's name, date of birth, address, mobile number, and email ID.
- Click 'Submit'.
- Note down your registration ID and password.
- Log in using your registration ID and password.
- Fill in the rest of the application form.
- Upload your photo and signature.
- Check all the details carefully before submitting.
Application Fees
The fee to apply for the MAHA TET exam is different for different categories:
| Category | Fee for One Paper (INR) | Fee for Two Papers (INR) |
| General, VJA/DTA, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, SBC, OBC, SEBC, EWS | 1000 | 1200 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST)/Disabled | 700 | 900 |
Exam Details
The MAHA TET exam checks the ability of candidates to teach. It has two papers:
- Paper 1: For teaching classes 1 to 5.
- Paper 2: For teaching classes 6 to 8.
Candidates can choose to take either Paper 1 or Paper 2, or both. There is no age limit to apply for the MAHA TET exam.
Exam Pattern
MAHA TET Paper 1 Exam Pattern
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
| Child Psychology and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I (Hindi, Marathi, English, etc.) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II (English or Marathi) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
MAHA TET Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
| Child Psychology and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I (Hindi, Marathi, English, etc.) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II (English or Marathi) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics and Science (for Math/Science teachers) OR Social Sciences (for Social Studies teachers) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
The exam is conducted offline using a pen and paper. There is no negative marking in the MAHA TET exam. Candidates need to score at least 60% (General category) or 55% (Reserved categories) to pass.
