Kerala SET Notification Out! The Kerala Government has released the notification for the post of Higher Secondary School Teachers and Non-Vocational Teachers in VHSE. The application dates & vacancies will be notified soon. The Kerala SET exam consists of two papers, i.e. Paper I which comprises subjects like General Knowledge and Aptitude. Paper I is common for all candidates, and Paper-II which comprises tests based on the subject of specialization of the candidate at the Post Graduate (PG) Level. Read further to get all the important details of the exam.

• There is no age limit to appear for the Kerala SET 2023.
• The Kerala SET Selection Process comprises a Written-test, which will be conducted in the form of Paper I and Paper-II. Candidates need to qualify for the written test to get qualified for the certificate.
• Paper I is common for all the candidates, whereas there shall be 31 subjects for Paper II.

Aspirants who wish to know more about the Kerala SET Exam 2024 can read the article below. We have provided in-depth information regarding the exam for candidates to get complete details.

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Kerala SET October 2023 Official Notification Download PDF

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27th September 2023: Kerala SET October 2023 Notification Out!

The Kerala Government has released the notification for the post of Higher Secondary School Teachers and Non-Vocational Teachers in VHSE. The application dates & vacancies will be notified soon. Candidates can download the notification from the link given in this article.

Kerala SET Apply Online 2023

The candidates who hold the required eligibility criteria could apply for the Kerala SET October 2023 Cycle. Below we have provided the steps on how to apply.

Step 1: Visit www.lbscentre.kerala.gov.in.
Step 2: Select "SET and other Exams" under online services.
Step 3: Choose "SET-JANUARY-2024."
Step 4: Register your mobile number and confirm it with an OTP.
Step 5: Fill in personal and academic details
Step 6: Upload a photo with the image specification of an uploaded photograph must be of 200 pixels height, 150 pixels width, not exceeding a file size 30 KB, in jpg format. Upload the required documents as per the prescribed format using the Testbook Resize Tool.

Step 7: Candidates have to then pay the application fee based on the category they fall under.

Step 8: Before applying, check if all details are correctly mentioned.

Step 9: Click on the submit button and also take a copy of the application form for further reference.

Important Instruction to take Photograph

As specified in the notification let’s have a look at important instructions required in the submission of photographs.

• The photographs must be taken within one year from the date on which the application is sent.
• Candidates must take care that the background should be white/light-colored.
• The face must be focused and be at the center of the photograph.
• The eyes should be open and vivid and glare of specs must be avoided
• Photographs should be without a cap or goggles (except those worn in adherence to religious custom).
• Photos taken by mobile phone, webcam, or Polaroid camera and photos which are computer-generated are not acceptable.
• Avoid wearing light-colored dresses should be used in the photographs.

Scribe Details

Candidates who want to avail scribe facility and the relaxation in marks of differently challenged must send the printout of their online application and the copy of the medical certificate (attested by Gazetted Officer) to LBS Centre.

Kerala SET Application Fee 2023

The candidates who will be filling in the application form and submitting it, have to ensure they pay the required application fee. The application fee will vary depending on the category of the candidate. The fees can be paid only through an online mode (Debit/Credit Card/NetBanking). The details are as follows.

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Kerala SET Eligibility Criteria 2023

The candidates who wish to apply for the Kerala SET Exam 2023 must meet certain criteria set by the Kerala Government. The detailed Kerala SET eligibility criteria information will be as follows.

Kerala SET Age Criteria

There is no age limit prescribed for candidates appearing for the SET.

Kerala SET Nationality Criteria

Candidates appearing for the recruitment must be Indian Nationals.

Kerala SET Educational Qualification Criteria

The applicant must possess a  Master's Degree in the subjects concerned with not less than 50% marks or equivalent grade and B.Ed. degree in any discipline. A candidate who does not possess master's degree but fulfill the below-mentioned criteria in respective fields will also be eligible:

Kerala SET Selection Process 2023

The Kerala SET exam consists of two stages of individual papers.

• Paper I - Paper I comprises subjects like General Knowledge and Aptitude. Paper I is common for all candidates
• Paper-II - Paper-II comprises tests based on the subject of specialization of the candidate at the Post Graduate (PG) Level.

Kerala SET Exam Pattern 2023

The Kerala SET will consist of two papers. Below, we can take a look at the exam pattern for both Paper-I & II of the examination. Check the tables below for details.

Kerala SET Paper I Exam Pattern

Kerala SET Paper I is common for all candidates. Paper, I consists of two parts, Part (A) General Knowledge and Part (B) Aptitude in Teaching. The exam will be conducted for a total of 2 hours. Check the expected detailed exam pattern from the table below.

• Paper-I will consist of two subjects, namely; General Knowledge and Aptitude in Teaching.
• The exam will be conducted for a total of 120 marks with 120 questions.
• The exam will be conducted for 2 hours.
• +1 marks will be awarded for every correct answer.
• Paper-II contains questions from the subject in which the candidate had a specialization at the post-graduation level.
• There will be no negative marking in the examination.

Check out the Kerala SET Previous Year Paper, here. 

Kerala SET Paper II Exam Pattern

Paper-II contains questions from the subject in which the candidate had a specialization at the post-graduation level. There shall be 31 subjects for Paper-II of the SET as listed. We can now take a look at the details of Paper-II as given in the table below.

Candidates can select from a list of 31 subjects to give the Kerala SET Paper-II exam. These subjects are listed below;

Kerala SET Syllabus 2023

The Kerala SET Syllabus for Paper I and Paper II consist of General knowledge, Maths, etc. candidates can download the detailed syllabus for Kerala SET from the Link Below

Following topics will be included in the Paper-I of Kerala SET written examination: 

Kerala SET General Knowledge Syllabus: 

• Basic Class-X level General Science including Math, physics, chemistry, and Biology.
• Basic Class-X level Social Science along with Economics, History, Geography, and Indian Polity.
• Humanities
• English Language & Reasoning
• Current Affairs 

Kerala SET Teaching Aptitude Syllabus

• Education Foundations
• History & Policies of Education
• Teaching Aptitudes & Methods
• Teaching, Learning, & Evaluation
• ICT & Computer
• Learning Theories & Evaluation
• Communication
• Educational Research
• Educational Administration

Kerala SET Paper-II Syllabus 

The Kerala SET Paper-II consists of a total of 36 subjects. Therefore, it is recommended that the candidates go through the syllabus thoroughly to ensure that they don't skip any topics. A good understanding of the syllabus will help the candidates to curate a study plan that works best for them and yields adequate results. Take a look at the following subjects included in the syllabus:

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Important Documents To Submit For Kerala SET DV

• Fill in the application form for the SET. Download the certificate from the official website of the LBS Centre.
• Copies of the documents must be attested by a Gazetted Officer, Provisional/Original Certificate, and Mark list/Grade Sheet of PG Degree and Provisional/Original Certificate of B.Ed Degree.
• Recognition and Equivalency Certificate from any one of the Universities in Kerala, if applicable
• Equivalency Certificate from any one of the Universities in Kerala, in the case of candidates possessing qualifications in subjects other than those mentioned in the list of subjects

Kerala SET Exam Date 2023

Kerala SET July 2023 cycle important dates are given below. The Exam dates for the January 2024 will be notified soon by the board.

Candidates who qualify for the Kerala SET exam can visit the official website and download the Kerala SET certificate. The Kerala SET certificate will be valid for one year from the issue date. After the end of the validity period, candidates will need to pay an additional fee and then get the certificate. Those who apply for a SET certificate after the elapse of one year from the date of publication of results are required to pay a late fee of 500/- (Rs. Five hundred only) for the next one year and an additional amount of 250/ - (Rs. Two hundred and fifty only) for each subsequent year, thereafter. Candidates need to pay fees as demand draft drawn from a Nationalized Bank in favor of the Director, LBS Centre for Science and Technology payable at Thiruvananthapuram. The steps to download the Kerala SET Certificate are given below.

Step 1: Go to the official website of the Kerala SET exam.

Step 2: Next Click the line that states the "Application Form for the Certificate" link.

Step 3: Now enter all the required credentials like Roll number, Subject, District, Date of birth

Step 4: Then click on "Submit."

Step 5: The Kerala SET Certificate will be displayed on the screen.

Step 6: Candidates can download and take print of the same for future reference.

What are Kerala SET Contact Details?

If you face any kind of difficulty during the recruitment process of the Kerala SET exam and then you can call on the following helpline numbers:

• 0471-2560312,
• 0471-2560313,
• 0471-2560314

Else you can also mail them at ‘[email protected]’. Meanwhile, if any candidates have any additional queries, then you can also reach out to us for assistance.

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