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CG TET Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Chhattisgarh Teacher Eligibility Test (CG TET) actually get you? These bands map a mock/exam percentage to the rank window and outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns — indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
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Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (Indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 90-95 marks (60-63%) |
| OBC | 85-90 marks (57-60%) |
| SC | 82-87 marks (55-58%) |
| ST | 80-85 marks (53-57%) |
| EWS | 88-93 marks (59-62%) |
| PwD | 75-80 marks (50-53%) |
- The General-OBC gap typically ranges 3-5 marks (2-3 percentage points), with SC/ST categories receiving 8-12 marks relaxation from General cutoffs.
- CG TET cutoffs fluctuate based on vacancy announcements, paper difficulty level, and the number of qualified candidates required; easier papers push cutoffs upward by 3-5 marks across categories.
- These cutoffs represent minimum qualifying marks for certificate eligibility; actual selection for teaching positions depends on separate recruitment drives with higher merit-based thresholds.
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Top tier — Excellent qualification
90–100%
- Excellent prospects for all government teaching positions across Chhattisgarh
- Strong candidate for Navodaya Vidyalaya and Kendriya Vidyalaya (with CTET also)
- Preferred for postings in urban schools and district-level institutions
- Highly competitive for Principal and Head Teacher positions (with experience)
- Certificate demonstrates strong pedagogical knowledge for career advancement
- Can qualify for teacher trainer and mentorship roles in state education programs
High competitive score
80–89%
- Very strong profile for all Primary and Upper Primary Teacher positions
- Competitive for urban government schools including district headquarters
- Meets General category cut-offs in most Chhattisgarh School Education Department recruitments
- Eligible for merit-based postings in preferred districts (Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg)
- Good prospects for Hindi, English, and specialist subject teacher positions
- Certificate strengthens candidacy for contractual to regular conversion
Competitive qualifying range
70–79%
- Strong eligibility for Primary Teacher recruitment under Vyapam/CGPEB
- Good chances in Upper Primary Teacher positions for Mathematics, Science, Social Science
- Eligible for appointment in rural and semi-urban government schools
- Meets typical cut-off for SC/ST/OBC categories in most recruitment cycles
- Certificate valid for Anganwadi Teaching Assistant positions
Basic eligibility achieved
60–69%
- CG TET certificate issued — valid for 7 years for state government school recruitment
- Eligible for Primary Teacher (Class 1-5) positions in Chhattisgarh government schools
- Eligible for Upper Primary Teacher (Class 6-8) positions if Paper 2 qualified
- Competitive advantage limited — most selections require 70%+ in practice
- Can apply for Zila Panchayat and Nagar Palika schools
Below qualifying threshold
0–59%
- Does not meet minimum 60% requirement for eligibility certificate
- Certificate not issued — cannot apply for government school teacher positions
- Recommend focused preparation on NCERT pedagogy and child development
- Review previous year papers and strengthen weak areas
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