West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE)
WB Primary TET 2026 Examination Architecture & Selection Criteria
The West Bengal Teacher Eligibility Test (WB Primary TET) is conducted by the West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) in strict adherence to NCTE guidelines for recruitment of Assistant Teachers in Government-Aided, Government-Sponsored, and Junior Basic Primary Schools across West Bengal.
Official Board of Primary Education Repository
WB Primary TET Official Question Papers & Final Answer Keys
Download authentic question booklets, provisional and final master answer keys published by the West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) under official notifications.
Timed Exam Simulation
WB Primary TET 150-Question Digital OMR Bubble Simulator
Practice bubbling under authentic exam conditions with official 150-minute countdown (1 minute per question) across Child Development, Bengali/Language-I, English, Mathematics, and EVS with zero negative marking.
Tap A, B, C, or D to shade. Tap selected bubble again to clear.
No Negative Marking (NCTE Norms)
Official State TET / STET Examination Anatomy
West Bengal TET Examination Anatomy & Key Highlights
The West Bengal TET is the official statutory teacher eligibility test conducted in accordance with NCTE norms. Qualifying this exam is mandatory for appointment as Primary (PRT, Classes 1-5) and Upper Primary / Secondary (TGT/PGT, Classes 6-12) teachers in state government and aided schools.
Conducting Body
State Examination Board / Department of Education
Exam Frequency
Annual / State Notification Cycle
Total Questions & Marks
150 MCQs • 150 Marks
Exam Duration
150 Minutes (2.5 Hours)
Marking Scheme
+1 Mark • NO Negative Mark
Cutoff / Standards
60% (General) • 55% / 50% (Reserved Categories)
Score Validity
Lifetime (NCTE Standard)
Attempt Limit
No Restriction on Attempts
Minimum Educational Qualifications & Eligibility Norms
Minimum Educational Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the NCTE and State Education Department prescribed qualifications (D.El.Ed / B.Ed / B.El.Ed) to apply for West Bengal TET:
Level-1 / Paper-I (Primary: Classes 1 to 5)
Primary Teacher (PRT) Qualifications
- Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed / BTC / D.Ed).
- OR 10+2 with at least 50% marks + 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- OR Graduation with at least 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed (passed or appearing in final year).
Level-2 / Paper-II (Upper Primary: Classes 6 to 8)
Upper Primary / Secondary Teacher Qualifications
- Graduation in relevant discipline + 2-year D.El.Ed or 2-year B.Ed (Bachelor of Education).
- OR Graduation with minimum 50% marks + 1-year / 2-year B.Ed / B.Ed (Special Education).
- OR 10+2 with at least 50% marks + 4-year integrated B.A./B.Sc.Ed or B.El.Ed.
Important: Age & Minimum Percentage Concessions: 5% relaxation in qualifying marks for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates as per state government rules.
Official Exam Structure & Marking Scheme
West Bengal TET Paper Structure & Marks Distribution
Section-by-section breakdown of total questions, maximum marks, and time duration verified against the official West Bengal TET scheme.
Primary TET (Classes I to V)
| Subject / Section |
Questions |
Marks |
Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Language I (Bengali / First Language) |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Language II (English Language & Pedagogy) |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Mathematics & Numerical Pedagogy |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Environmental Studies & Ecology |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Total (Primary TET (Classes I to V)) |
150 Questions |
150 Marks |
150 Minutes |
Upper Primary TET (Classes VI to VIII)
| Subject / Section |
Questions |
Marks |
Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Language I (First Language) |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Language II (English) |
30 MCQs |
30 Marks |
30 Minutes |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Science |
60 MCQs |
60 Marks |
60 Minutes |
| Total (Upper Primary TET (Classes VI to VIII)) |
150 Questions |
150 Marks |
150 Minutes |
Step-by-Step Preparation Roadmap
How to Prepare for West Bengal TET and Score 120+ Marks
Teacher eligibility exams evaluate pedagogy, conceptual clarity, and child-centered teaching methods. Follow this 4-step preparation strategy:
1
Master the 50% Pedagogy Weightage
Pedagogy carries 50% of the total marks across subjects. Focus thoroughly on Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg, Bloom's Taxonomy, Inclusive Education, RTE Act 2009, and NEP 2020.
2
Thoroughly Study NCERT / SCERT Textbooks (Classes 1 to 8)
Read NCERT EVS and Math textbooks (Classes 3-5) for Primary Level, and NCERT Science, Mathematics, and Social Science (Classes 6-8) for Upper Primary Level line-by-line.
3
Solve 10+ Years of Previous Year Question Papers (PYQs)
Over 60% of question patterns in TET exams repeat across previous shifts. Practicing real question papers reveals the exact phrasing style.
4
Take Timed CBT Mock Tests on TargetExams
Attempt section-wise and full-length timed tests on TargetExams to build the pacing needed to solve 150 questions in 150 minutes without exam stress.
Official Clarifications & FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions on West Bengal TET
Is there negative marking in West Bengal TET?
No. Most Teacher Eligibility Tests (TETs) do not have negative marking. Each question carries 1 mark, with 0 deduction for incorrect answers.
What is the qualifying marks percentage in West Bengal TET?
Candidates scoring 60% (90 out of 150 marks) in General category and 50% to 55% (75 to 82 marks) in reserved categories are declared qualified.
What is the validity of the TET qualification certificate?
Following the NCTE guidelines, TET qualifying certificates are now valid for a LIFETIME across all categories.
Can I appear in both Paper-I (PRT) and Paper-II (TGT) in the same session?
Yes. Eligible candidates possessing both elementary and secondary teacher education qualifications can apply for both papers in separate morning and afternoon shifts.
