The Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test — Category II is a state-level eligibility screening for aspiring teachers for upper primary (Classes 6–8). Conducted by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, this Preliminary Examination evaluates your readiness in pedagogy, languages, and classroom teaching fundamentals. Qualifying the test helps you move toward eligible teacher recruitment opportunities in Kerala government schools.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | ~50 | ~100 | 20% |
| Language I (Malayalam) | ~50 | ~100 | 20% |
| Language II (English) | ~50 | ~100 | 20% |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 60% per section set (as applicable) |
Start with concept revision for pedagogy (child psychology, learning processes, assessment) and then switch to daily language practice through short comprehension + grammar sets. Take full-length timed mock tests to improve accuracy under 120 minutes and focus on weak sub-topics from your score analysis. For Malayalam and English, practice vocabulary and grammar in the same style as the exam questions, and revise key rules repeatedly. Remember there is no negative marking, so attempt all questions after eliminating clearly incorrect options.