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TS TET Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TS 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 | 90-96 marks (60-64%) |
| OBC | 84-90 marks (56-60%) |
| SC | 82-88 marks (55-59%) |
| ST | 82-88 marks (55-59%) |
| PwD | 75-82 marks (50-55%) |
- The General-vs-OBC gap typically ranges from 4-6 marks, while SC/ST cutoffs are usually 1-2 marks below OBC. TS TET maintains relatively close cutoffs across reserved categories due to high competition in the teaching sector.
- Year-to-year fluctuations depend primarily on paper difficulty level, vacancy announcements, and candidate pool strength. Years with higher teacher recruitment notifications see marginal increases (2-4 marks) in cutoffs across all categories.
- These cutoffs represent qualifying thresholds for TET certification validity; actual selection for teaching posts involves separate recruitment processes where higher scores significantly improve placement prospects.
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Outstanding — top performers
95–100%
- Among highest scorers statewide
- Prime candidacy for Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TSWREIS) posts
- Competitive for Telangana Tribal Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TTWREIS) positions
- Top preference in DSC merit lists across all categories
- Strong profile for Teacher Recruitment in Hyderabad metro schools
- Excellent foundation for B.Ed/D.El.Ed college placements and career progression
Excellent performance
90–94%
- Top-tier TS TET qualification
- Very competitive for School Assistant (SA) and Secondary Grade Teacher (SGT) posts
- Strong candidacy for urban district school positions
- High merit position expected in DSC final selection lists
- Preferred candidate profile for Residential Schools and Model Schools
- Certificate demonstrates exceptional teaching aptitude
Strong performance
80–89%
- High qualifying score — strong DSC candidacy
- Competitive for Mandal Parishad Primary School (MPPS) posts
- Good prospects for Upper Primary School (UPS) teacher positions
- Advantageous in merit-based selection during DSC recruitment
- Demonstrates strong pedagogy and subject knowledge
- Eligible for both Paper I and Paper II level teaching posts
Good qualifying score
70–79%
- TS TET Certificate with solid margin above cut-off
- Competitive position for School Assistant posts in government schools
- Eligible for Zilla Parishad and Municipal schools in Telangana
- Better prospects in DSC merit list preparation
- Valid for both direct recruitment and outsourcing teacher positions
Qualifying score — marginal
60–69%
- TS TET Certificate issued (valid 7 years from result date)
- Eligible for Class I-V (Paper I) or Class VI-VIII (Paper II) teacher posts in Telangana government schools
- May face strong competition in DSC (District Selection Committee) recruitment
- Recommended to improve score for better DSC prospects
- Certificate alone doesn't guarantee appointment — must clear subsequent DSC exam
Below qualifying threshold
0–59%
- Does not meet minimum 60% cut-off for General category
- Certificate not issued
- Recommend focused preparation on weak areas
- Review NCERT pedagogy and child development concepts
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