KAR TET · Cutoff

KAR TET Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands

What does your score in Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KAR 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.

• Top tier — state-level excellence

  92–100%

  • Among top scorers in Karnataka TET cycle
  • Excellent prospects for choice postings in premium government schools
  • Highly competitive for Bangalore city schools and district headquarters
  • Strong candidacy for academic resource positions and mentor teacher roles
  • Preferred for Model School, Morarji Desai Residential School teacher posts
  • Certificate strengthens application for DSERT training programs and leadership positions

• High achiever range

  85–92%

  • Highly competitive for all government primary/upper primary teacher posts
  • Strong prospects for Bangalore Urban and other preferred district postings
  • Eligible for merit-based selection in KPSC teacher recruitment drives
  • Competitive for Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya (NVS) applications
  • Certificate valid for Assistant Teacher posts in Karnataka government schools
  • Good prospects for Block Resource Centre (BRC) and Cluster Resource Centre (CRC) positions

• Strong TET score

  75–85%

  • Strong eligibility for Karnataka government school teacher recruitment
  • Competitive for urban area schools in Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore divisions
  • Good prospects for Direct Recruitment in upcoming KPSC teacher notifications
  • Eligible for Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) contracted positions
  • Certificate enhances application for private CBSE/ICSE schools across Karnataka
  • Competitive for both Paper I (Classes I-V) and Paper II (Classes VI-VIII) posts

• TET qualified — moderate score

  65–75%

  • Eligible for KAR TET certificate (valid 7 years for Karnataka recruitment)