AP TET 2024: Answer Key Release and Examination Schedule

The School Education Department of Andhra Pradesh has commenced the release of answer keys for the Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (AP TET) 2024. Starting from October 4, candidates can access the day 1 answer keys on the official website, aptet.apcfss.in. The answer keys are being released in phases, following each exam day.

The AP TET exams are scheduled from October 3 to October 21, conducted in two shifts: from 9:30 am to 12 pm and from 2:30 pm to 5 pm. Candidates are advised to arrive at the examination centers one and a half hours prior to the examination time.

To download the answer keys, candidates must visit the official website, navigate to the answer key tab, select the appropriate link for their exam day, and log in with their credentials. Following the release, candidates will have the opportunity to contest the provisional answer keys for a fee, further details of which will be provided with the key release.

The scheduled timeline indicates that the final answer key will be published on October 27, with results expected to be out by November 2. Achievement thresholds have been set at 60% pass marks for open category candidates, 50% for BC category candidates, and 40% for SC, ST, differently abled (PH), and ex-servicemen category candidates.

Security measures for the examination include a mandatory presentation of an original photo identification card along with an admit card at the test centers. Electronic devices, including calculators, are strictly forbidden within the exam premises.

The AP TET exam underwent a rescheduling, originally set for August 5-20, to provide candidates with extended preparation time. For any photographs missing, obscured, or undersized on hall tickets, candidates are required to bring two passport-sized photos for submission to officials at the examination venue.

As the examination proceeds, the department will update the official website with any new information, guiding candidates through the examination process, answer key objections, and result announcements.