Candidates who took part in the Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test this year can now review their responses. The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh has uploaded the AP TET 2025 preliminary answer key on its official portal tet2dsc.apcfss.in. Answer keys have been issued for all 21 question papers, allowing candidates to compare their answers before the final key is prepared.
What Is the AP TET and Why Is It Important?
The AP TET is conducted to decide eligibility for teaching posts in Classes 1 to 8. It applies to appointments in government schools, as well as Zila Parishad, Mandal Parishad, municipal, and private aided schools across Andhra Pradesh. Clearing this test is a mandatory requirement for candidates planning to enter the teaching profession in the state.
According to official figures, Andhra Pradesh has 12,912 single-teacher schools, which highlights the continuing demand for qualified teachers.
When Was the AP TET 2025 Exam Held?
The AP TET 2025 examination took place on 10 and 11 December. Each day had two sessions:
- Morning session: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Afternoon session: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
This year, 2,41,509 candidates applied through 2,71,692 total applications, showing strong participation across papers and subjects.
How Can Candidates Check the AP TET Answer Key 2025?
Candidates can access the preliminary answer key by following these steps:
- Visit tet2dsc.apcfss.in
- Open the link related to the AP TET 2025 preliminary answer key
- Choose the relevant paper and subject
- View the answer key on the screen
- Download and save the file for reference
What Is the Last Date to Raise Objections?
If a candidate finds any answer that appears incorrect, an objection can be submitted. The last date to raise objections is December 24. All objections received within the deadline will be reviewed by the department before releasing the final answer key.
What Are the Qualifying Marks for AP TET 2025?
To qualify in AP TET:
- Open and EWS category candidates must score at least 60%
- Reserved category candidates need a minimum of 50%
Meeting the qualifying score confirms eligibility but does not guarantee appointment.
What Happens After the Final Answer Key?
Once the objection review process is completed, the department will release the final answer key. Further updates related to results and next steps will also be shared through the official website.
Candidates are advised to rely only on official announcements for accurate information.
Conclusion
The release of the AP TET Preliminary Answer Key 2025 gives candidates a clear opportunity to review their performance and raise objections if required. With December 24 set as the final date for objections, candidates should check their respective paper keys carefully and stay updated through tet2dsc.apcfss.in for further developments related to AP TET 2025.
