Teacher Aptitude Test (Secondary) - 2026 Notification
The State Examination Board (SEB), Gandhinagar has officially released the notification for the Teacher Aptitude Test (Secondary) – 2026 . This competitive examination is a mandatory qualification for candidates aspiring to become teachers in registered government and private secondary schools across Gujarat.
Important Dates (Schedule)
Notification Date: February 12, 2026
Online Registration Period: February 18, 2026, to February 27, 2026
Online Fee Payment Deadline: February 28, 2026
Preliminary Exam (MCQ): April 27, 2026
Mains Exam (Descriptive): June 2026
Eligibility Criteria
● Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess the educational and training qualifications prescribed by the State Government for their respective subjects.
● Final Year Students: Candidates currently in the final year of their training qualification (B.Ed. or equivalent) for the academic year 2025-26 are eligible to apply. Their eligibility for recruitment will depend on their final results.
Application Fee
● General Category: ₹500/-
● SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / PH Categories: ₹400/-
● Payment Mode: Fees must be paid exclusively online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Wallet.
Examination Structure
The TAT (Secondary) is a two-tier competitive process:
1. Preliminary Examination (200 Marks)
● Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
● Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
● Sections:
○ Paper 1 (100 Marks): General Studies (General Knowledge, Teacher Aptitude, Logical Ability, Gujarati and English Language proficiency).
○ Paper 2 (100 Marks): Content and Pedagogy related to the specific subject applied for.
2. Mains Examination (200 Marks)
Only candidates who clear the cut-off in the Preliminary Exam will be eligible.
● Format: Descriptive Written Exam.
● Paper 1 (100 Marks): Language Proficiency (Gujarati for Gujarati medium; English for English medium).
● Paper 2 (100 Marks): Subject Content and Methodology.
Available Subjects & Mediums
● Gujarati Medium: Gujarati, Hindi, English, Social Science, Maths-Science, Sanskrit, Computer, Physical Education, Agriculture.
● English Medium: Gujarati, Hindi, English, Social Science, Maths-Science, Sanskrit, Physical Education.
How to Apply
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1. Visit the official portal: http://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
2. Click on "Apply Online" and select "TAT (Secondary) - 2026".
3. Fill in personal and educational details in English.
4. Upload a scanned photo (max 10kb) and signature (max 10kb).
5. Confirm your application to generate a Confirmation Number.
6. Proceed to "Print Application/Pay Fees" to complete the online payment.
Important Note: Always keep a printout of the application form and the fee e-receipt for future reference. For technical assistance, contact the toll-free helpline at 1800 233 7963.
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