MAHA TET 2026 Notification Out Registration Starts Today at mahatet.in
The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE), Pune, has officially released the MAHA TET 2026 notification, marking the start of the teacher recruitment cycle for the state. Aspiring educators who wish to teach in primary (Classes 1 to 5) and upper-primary (Classes 6 to 8) schools can now submit their MAHA TET online application. This state-level eligibility test is a mandatory qualification for securing teaching positions in government, aided, and private schools across Maharashtra.
MAHA TET 2026 Important Dates and Schedule
The council has provided a comprehensive timeline for the , ensuring candidates have sufficient time to complete their registrations and prepare for the examination.
Online Registration Starts: March 27, 2026
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: April 16, 2026
Admit Card Release Date: June 9, 2026
MAHA TET Exam Date: June 21, 2026 (Sunday)
Eligibility Criteria and Application Fees
To maintain high educational standards, the MSCE has set specific academic requirements for both Paper I and Paper II. Candidates must ensure they meet these benchmarks before initiating the registration process.
Requirement Paper I (Classes 1-5) Paper II (Classes 6-8) Education Class 12 with 50% + D.Ed/DTEd Graduation + B.Ed or 4-year B.El.Ed General/OBC Fee ₹1,000 (One Paper) ₹1,200 (Both Papers) SC/ST/PwD Fee ₹500 (One Paper) ₹600 (Both Papers)
MAHA TET 2026 Exam Pattern and Timings
The examination will be conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode across various centers in Maharashtra. Each paper will consist of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Paper I (Morning Shift): 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Paper II (Afternoon Shift): 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Qualifying Marks: General category candidates must score at least 60% (90/150), while reserved categories require 55% (82/150).
How to Apply Online at mahatet.in
Visit the official portal: mahatet.in.
Click on the 'New Registration' tab to create your profile.
Log in using your system-generated ID and password.
Fill in the online application form with personal and academic details.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
Pay the examination fee via the integrated payment gateway.
Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
The MAHA TET certificate now holds lifetime validity, making this a crucial opportunity for those seeking long-term careers in the Maharashtra education department.
