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MAHA TET Syllabus and Exam Pattern

Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test

Sections
5
Topics
36
Sub-topics
252
Stages
5

The MAHA TET (Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test) syllabus is organised into 5 sections: Paper I, Paper I, Paper I, Paper I and Paper I. Together they cover 36 topics and 252 sub-topics, tested in Paper I — CDP, Paper I — Marathi (Lang I), Paper I — Lang II and 2 more. Below you will find every section's topics, the exam pattern and answers to common questions.

About the exam and pattern

MAHA-TET is conducted by the Maharashtra State Board of Examination (MSBTE) for eligibility to teach Primary (Class 1-5) and Upper Primary (Class 6-8) in government and aided schools of Maharashtra. Two papers: Paper I (Class 1-5) and Paper II (Class 6-8). Each paper: 150 MCQs, 2.5 hours, no negative marking. Conducted in Marathi, English, Hindi, Urdu, and Telugu (for border districts) media. Subjects: CDP, Marathi (Lang I), English/Hindi/Urdu (Lang II), Mathematics, EVS (Paper I) or Maths & Science / Social Studies (Paper II).

Exam pattern: Online CBT (Computer Based Test) + MAHA-TET Certificate (valid 5 years)

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  • MSCERT / Balbharati Framework for Child Development

    Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research (Pune), Balbharati Approach, Nai Talim Influence, NCF 2023 in Maharashtra

    ~4 marks
  • Principles of Development (Maharashtra Context)

    Balbharati Definition, Warkari Philosophy, Marathi-medium Applications, Maharashtra Tribal (Warli, Bhil, Gond) Considerations

    ~4 marks
  • Theories of Development (Badi Shala Focus)

    Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, Bandura, Mahatma Phule's Educational Thoughts, Ambedkar's Education Philosophy, MS Application

    ~4 marks
  • Cognitive Development (Balbharati Approach)

    Piaget, Vygotsky, Multiple Intelligence, Brain-based Learning, Marathi Cognition, MS Badi Shala Pedagogy

    ~4 marks
  • Learning Theories (Badi Shala Methods)

    Behaviorist, Cognitive, Constructivist, Humanistic, MS Activity-Based Learning, Anucharit Shikshan, Balbharati TLM Approach

    ~4 marks
  • Personality Development (Maharashtra Perspective)

    Freud, Erikson, Allport, Warkari Values, Sant Sahitya Influence, Mental Health, MS Cultural Personality

    ~4 marks
  • Assessment

    Formative, Summative, Continuous & Comprehensive Evaluation, Balbharati CCE Manual, NEP 2020 MS, MS Achievement Survey

    ~4 marks
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Exam pattern at a glance

Online CBT (Computer Based Test) + MAHA-TET Certificate (valid 5 years)

High-weightage MAHA TET topics

  1. 1Marathi Aksharmala (Alphabet)Paper I~5 marks
  2. 2Marathi Sandhi RulesPaper I~5 marks
  3. 3Marathi Samas (Compound Words)Paper I~5 marks
  4. 4Marathi Sahitya (Literature)Paper I~5 marks
  5. 5Marathi Bhasha Pedagogy (Badi Shala)Paper I~5 marks
  6. 6Language II Grammar (English/Hindi/Urdu)Paper I~5 marks
  7. 7Language II ComprehensionPaper I~5 marks
  8. 8Language II VocabularyPaper I~5 marks

MAHA TET section-wise syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — CDP · 7 topics · 49 sub-topics

  • MSCERT / Balbharati Framework for Child Development
  • Principles of Development (Maharashtra Context)
  • Theories of Development (Badi Shala Focus)
  • Cognitive Development (Balbharati Approach)
  • Learning Theories (Badi Shala Methods)
  • Personality Development (Maharashtra Perspective)
  • Assessment
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — Marathi (Lang I) · 5 topics · 35 sub-topics

  • Marathi Aksharmala (Alphabet)
  • Marathi Sandhi Rules
  • Marathi Samas (Compound Words)
  • Marathi Sahitya (Literature)
  • Marathi Bhasha Pedagogy (Badi Shala)
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — Lang II · 5 topics · 35 sub-topics

  • Language II Grammar (English/Hindi/Urdu)
  • Language II Comprehension
  • Language II Vocabulary
  • Language II Writing Skills
  • Language II Pedagogy (Badi Shala)
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — Mathematics · 7 topics · 49 sub-topics

  • Number System (Balbharati / Ganit)
  • Arithmetic Operations (Balbharati)
  • Measurement (MS Traditional Units)
  • Geometry & Patterns (Maharashtra Rangoli)
  • Data Handling (MS Local Data)
  • Patterns & Algebra (Maharashtra Rangoli)
  • Math Pedagogy (Badi Shala)
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — EVS · 12 topics · 84 sub-topics

  • EVS Foundations (Balbharati)
  • Family & Community (MS Context)
  • Food & Nutrition (MS Traditional Foods)
  • Water & Sanitation (MS Rivers)
  • Shelter & Clothing (MS Traditional)
  • Transport & Communication (MS Network)
  • MS Environment & Biodiversity
  • Maharashtra History
  • Maharashtra Geography
  • MS Culture
  • Maharashtra Polity
  • MS Economy
Full Paper I syllabus

Frequently asked questions

What is the MAHA TET syllabus?

The MAHA TET syllabus has 5 sections: Paper I, Paper I, Paper I, Paper I and Paper I. Together they cover 36 topics and 252 sub-topics.

What is the MAHA TET exam pattern?

Online CBT (Computer Based Test) + MAHA-TET Certificate (valid 5 years). Stages: Paper I — CDP, Paper I — Marathi (Lang I), Paper I — Lang II, Paper I — Mathematics, Paper I — EVS.

How many questions come from each MAHA TET section?

Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks). Numbers can change with each notification.

Which MAHA TET topics carry the most marks?

By weightage in the syllabus data: Marathi Aksharmala (Alphabet) (Paper I, ~5 marks), Marathi Sandhi Rules (Paper I, ~5 marks), Marathi Samas (Compound Words) (Paper I, ~5 marks), Marathi Sahitya (Literature) (Paper I, ~5 marks), Marathi Bhasha Pedagogy (Badi Shala) (Paper I, ~5 marks).

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Is this the official MAHA TET syllabus?

It is compiled from the official MAHA TET notification and exam pattern for study purposes. The conducting body can change the syllabus, so always confirm with the latest official notification.

Compiled from official notifications for study purposes. Always confirm with the conducting body's latest notification.