Good news for aspiring teachers! Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025 notification has been officially released. Candidates can now check the eligibility criteria, important dates and submit their applications online through the official portal. Don’t miss your chance to secure your teaching career in Karnataka schools.
MAP Recruitment 2025
Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025 is a gateway for aspiring teachers in classes 1-8. Candidates must fulfill the prescribed educational qualifications to appear in Paper I or Paper II. Successful candidates will receive a TET certificate, which is valid for lifetime eligibility in teacher recruitment.
| recruitment 2025 map | |
| governing authority | Karnataka School Education Department/Central Admission Cell (CAC), Bengaluru |
| name of exam | Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (MAP) 2025 |
| Application Dates | 23 October to 09 November 2025 |
| exam date | 07 December 2025 |
| method of examination | Offline (OMR based) |
| letters | Paper I (Class 1-5) and Paper II (Class 6-8) |
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MAP Exam Important Dates 2025
Candidates planning to appear map 2025 All key dates should be kept in mind to ensure timely submission of application. The schedule includes application start and end dates, exam dates and other important events. Staying updated with these dates helps in avoiding last minute problems and ensures smooth participation in the recruitment process.
| events | date |
|---|---|
| Official notification released | 22 October 2025 |
| online application start date | 23 October 2025 |
| Last date to apply online | 09 November 2025 |
| Fee payment last date | 09 November 2025 |
| Admit card release date | November 2025 (probable) |
| MAP Exam Date | 07 December 2025 |
MAP Application Form 2025
KARTET Recruitment Application Form 2025 will be available online on the official website of Karnataka School Education Department. Eligible candidates can register, fill their details, upload required documents and pay the examination fee within the specified dates. Applicants are advised to complete the process before the deadline to avoid last minute technical problems.
KARTET Recruitment Application Fee 2025
As per the KARTET 2025 Notification PDF, the exam fee varies according to the category and the number of papers opted by the candidate. The detailed fee structure is given below:
| Social class | Only for Paper I or Paper II | For both Paper I and II |
|---|---|---|
| General/2A/2B/3A/3B | ₹700 | ₹1000 |
| SC/ST/Category-I | ₹350 | ₹500 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | Exempted | Exempted |
Step by Step Guide to Fill Online Application Form
KARTET 2025 application process will be done exclusively online through the official website. Candidates can complete their registration by following these steps:
- Go to the official notification and review carefully.
- Create a new account using valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with the registered credentials and fill all the required details in the application form.
- Upload latest passport size photograph (up to 50KB) and signature (up to 40KB) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the Examination Fee Through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card or SBI Challan.
- After submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Applicants are advised to complete the application before 09 November 2025 to avoid any technical issues or server slowdown at the last minute.
MAP Eligibility Criteria 2025
KARTET Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2025 outlines the educational qualifications and minimum marks required for candidates aspiring to become teachers in primary and upper primary schools of Karnataka. This ensures that only eligible persons are eligible to appear for Paper I or Paper II. Reserved category candidates also get relaxation in marks as per government norms.
Educational qualification
For Paper I (teaching classes 1-5):
Candidates must satisfy any one of the following educational qualifications:
- Passed PUC or equivalent examination with at least 50% marks and have completed or currently pursuing 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
- Obtained 50% marks in PUC or equivalent and have completed or are completing 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.Ed.).
- Having obtained 50% marks in Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 2 years Diploma in Special Education.
- Graduates with minimum 50% marks who have completed or are completing D.El.Ed or B.Ed are also eligible.
For Paper II (Teaching Class 6-8):
Applicants must satisfy any of the following conditions:
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and D.El.Ed or B.Ed qualification.
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks and 4 years B.El.Ed degree.
- Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and B.Ed in Special Education.
As per government norms, candidates belonging to reserved categories are given a relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks.
KARTET Recruitment Selection Process 2025
| stage | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Written Examination | Held offline (OMR-based) for Paper I and/or Paper II. |
| 2. Document Verification | Verification of eligibility and credentials is done during the teacher recruitment process. |
| Interview | Not Applicable – No interview or oral examination is part of KARTET. |
| qualifying marks | General: 60% and above, SC/ST/PWD: 55% and above |
| issuance of certificate | Eligible candidates obtain computer generated TET certificate online. |
| Comment | TET certificate is a qualifying certificate, No Job guarantee. |
MAP Recruitment Exam Pattern 2025
- Each paper consists of 150 multiple choice questions of which each question carries 1 mark.
- Total Marks: 150
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- No negative marking for wrong answers.
Paper I – for classes 1 to 5
| subject area | number of questions | maximum marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| language second | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II – For classes 6 to 8
| subject area | number of questions | maximum marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| language second | 30 | 30 |
| math and science Or social studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
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