Shikha GoyalAssistant Manager
Kerala SET 2025: The LBS Centre for Science and Technology released the Kerala SET 2025 notification for the January session on the official website. The Kerala SET 2025 application form for the January session started on September 25, 2024, at lbsedp.lbscentre.in/setjan25/. The last date to apply for Kerala SET 2025 was November 5, 2024. Fee payment last date was November 8, 2024. Editing (if any) in Submitted Application for Kerala SET 2025 January session was from November 6 (11 am) to November 8, 2024 (midnight). The exam date has not been announced yet by the authority. The Kerala SET 2025 exam will be conducted at several centres across Kerala.
Q: When is the Kerala SET 2025 January session conducted?
The authority has not yet announced the Kerala SET 2025 January session exam date. Registration is closed now. The last date to apply was November 5, 2024.
Q: Am I eligible to appear for the Kerala SET exam If I have completed B.Ed?
No, if you have completed a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree, you are not eligible to appear for Kerala SET exam. The basic Kerala SET eligibility criteria 2024 that candidates must fulfil include:
- Candidates should secure at least 55 per cent marks (without rounding off) in their post-graduation.
- Candidates awaiting final year results of their master’s degree exams are also eligible to apply.
- There is no upper age limit to apply for Kerala SET exam.
Q: Is there any restriction on the number of attempts for the Kerala SET exam?
No, you can apply and appear for the Kerala SET exam for any number of times till you attain the desired scores. The Kerala SET Certificate is valid for a lifetime according to the norms of NCTE. Though, the candidates can take the Kerala SET exam to upgrade their marks. The guidelines have been given below for the candidates to take the Kerala SET exam:
- The candidates must fulfill the educational qualification criteria to take the exam The age of the candidates cannot be less than 18 years There is no upper age limit to take the Kerala SET exam
- The candidates can take the Kerala SET exam as many times as they want as there is no restrictions in taking the exam again
Q: Has Kerala SET 2025 registration started for January session?
The authority started the Kerala SET 2025 registration for the January session on the official website. The registration dates were September 25 to November 5, 2024. The last date to pay the Kerala SET 2025 fee is November 8, 2024. The application correction window for the exam is activated from November 6 (11 am) to November 8, 2024 (midnight).
- What is Kerala SET?
- Kerala SET 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
- Kerala SET Exam Highlights 2025
- Kerala SET Application Form 2025
- Kerala SET Application Correction 2025
- Kerala SET Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Kerala SET Exam Pattern 2025
- Kerala SET Syllabus 2025
- Kerala SET Admit Card 2025
- Kerala SET Question Paper 2025
- Kerala SET Answer Key 2025
- Kerala SET Result 2025
- Kerala SET Qualifying Marks 2025
- Kerala SET 2025: Marks Relaxation for SC/ST
- Kerala SET Certificate 2025
- Kerala SET Selection Process 2025
- Kerala SET Prep Tips 2025
What is Kerala SET?
Kerala State Eligibility Test is organised by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, for the candidates to be selected as Higher Secondary School Teachers and Non-Vocational Teachers in VHSE. Qualifying for the Kerala SET is stipulated as a mandatory requirement for candidates to be appointed as Higher Secondary School Teachers in the State.
Also Read: Kerala SET January Session Dates
The Kerala SET exam is of a four-hour duration. As part of the Kerala SET exam, aspirants must give two papers. While Paper 1 is common for all candidates, Paper 2 contains questions from the subject in which the candidate had a specialisation at the post-graduation level. Candidates can select from a list of 31 subjects to give the Kerala SET Paper 2 exam. These subjects are listed below.
Arabic |
Hindi |
Political Science |
Biotechnology |
History |
Psychology |
Botany |
Home Science |
Russian |
Chemistry |
Journalism |
Sanskrit |
Commerce |
Latin |
Social Work |
Economics |
Malayalam |
Sociology |
English |
Mathematics |
Statistics |
French |
Music |
Syriac |
Geography |
Philosophy |
Tamil |
Geology |
Physics |
Urdu |
German |
Zoology |
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Q: What is the exam pattern for Kerala SET?
Q: How can I get a job after Kerala SET?
After you qualify the Kerala SET exam, you are awarded the eligibility Certificate. Kerala SET does not guarantee any job after the candidate qualifies the exam. Though, the candidates will become eligible for the recruitment exam after qualifying for the Kerala SET exam. The recruitment exam for recruiting assistant professors in the college and Universities of Kerala is conducted by state The candidates can apply for the different vacancies according to their eligibility. The Kerala government releases the vacancies for the assistant professors according to the need of the state.
Q: What will be the mode of Kerala SET exam?
The Kerala SET exam will be conducted in offline mode. The exam will be conducted in pen paper based mode. The candidates will be provided with OMR sheet that will comprise 150 questions and their options. The candidates have to fill out the OMR sheet carefully as no extra OMR sheet will be provided to the candidate. So, the candidates are advised to fill out their name, roll number, date, date of birth subject code carefully. If the candidates makes mistakes in filling out these descriptions there are chances that the OMR sheet will be rejected by the board.
Kerala SET 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Kerala SET 2023 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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Jan '25 | Kerala SET Exam 2025 for January Session TENTATIVE |
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
Nov '24 | Kerala SET 2025 Admit Card |
08 Nov '24 | Kerala SET 2025 January Session Payment of application |
06 Nov '24 - 08 Nov '24 | Kerala SET 2025 January Session Application Correction |
Kerala SET Exam Highlights 2025
Check below the Kerala SET exam highlights.
Name of exam |
Kerala State Eligibility Test (Kerala SET) |
Conducting Body |
LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram |
Exam Level |
State |
Exam frequency |
Twice a year |
Exam mode |
Offline |
Exam duration |
2 hours for each paper |
Exam fees |
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No. of papers and total marks |
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Total Questions |
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Medium of exam |
English & Malayalam |
Exam purpose |
To determine the eligibility of candidates as Higher Secondary School Teachers and Non-Vocational Teachers in VHSE |
No. of test centres |
14 Districts |
Exam Helpdesk No |
0471-2560311,312,313 |
Official website |
http://lbsedp.lbscentre.in |
Q: How tough is it to crack the Kerala SET exam?
Kerala SET is considered one of the most prestigious and the toughest state exams. But if you are smart enough to have a good strategy with apt study material you can easily crack it in your first attempt Paper 1 plays a very crucial part in the process of cracking the Kerala SET exam as it can make your merit or can lower it if not prepared well. Prepare as many previous year questions as you can. Know your syllabus for Paper 2, solve previous year questions and figure out the pattern of questions. To prepare for this exam make sure the basics of your subjects are strong, you have clarity of concepts. Make notes of the topics according to the syllabus issued. If you need guidance for your preparation You can avail yourself of facilities like sessions on paper 1 and paper 2, mock tests, previous year papers discussion, direct interaction with teachers etc. Divide your syllabus into small sections and set a weekly and monthly target for it. Include one previous paper solving per week. Make sure you complete your syllabus and be left with a little time to revise.
Q: What are the documents required to fill out the Kerala SET Application Form?
When filling out the Kerala SET application form, you may need to refer to certain documents to ensure that you provide accurate and complete information. Here are the documents that you should keep handy:
- Aadhaar Card or any other government-issued photo ID proof
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Date of Birth certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Scanned copy of passport-size photograph and signature
- Bank details for fee payment It's important to keep these documents handy before starting the Kerala SET application process to avoid any last-minute confusion or errors. Make sure that you have all the required documents in the correct format and size before starting the application process.
Q: Is it possible to crack Kerala SET exam in 1 year?
Yes, it is. Even 1 year is more you can crack it in 6 months. You can follow the below strategies to prepare for it. Tips and strategies for Kerala SET exam It's always a problem for students How to prepare for the Kerala SET Exam?
So we are going to provide some tips and strategies you should follow for the Kerala SET exam. Tips to prepare for the Kerala SET exam.
- Understand Paper Pattern and Syllabus Before starting your preparation, you must have a clear idea about the syllabus and paper pattern.
- Analyse the type of questions, marking scheme, cutoff.
- Also, check the whole syllabus and updates in a particular subject. Updates help you to know recent data and information regarding the subject.
- Make Time Table Prepare a timetable according to the subject. Mark important topics and divide each topic in smaller units. Decide the time you should give to each unit to complete the syllabus within the duration.
- Solve as many papers as you can of the previous year. Follow the answer key after the paper to check your performance. Indirectly benefit to increase your speed and time accuracy.
- Making Notes: Try to make notes while reading, so at the time of the revision, you don't need to study the whole unit. It saves your time. Prepare formula sheets and short tricks to solve the paper quickly and speedily.
- Revision: Always revise before the exam, so that you can remember whatever you have read and have a look at the notes and tricks you prepared. During revision, you get to know about the topics you least prepared.
We hope the above information will be helpful to you for the preparation of your Kerala SET examination.
Kerala SET Application Form 2025
Candidates who want to appear for the Kerala SET exam 2025 for the January session could apply between September 25, 2024, to November 5, 2024. The Kerela SET exam application form can be filled out online. The steps to fill out the application form are given below:
- Visit the official website
- Click the 'Online Registration' link
- Click on the ‘Registered Candidates’ link
- Enter the login details
- Make corrections or changes to the form
- Submit and save the confirmation page
Kerala SET Application Correction 2025
The Kerala SET online application correction window was activated from November 6 to November 8, 2024. Candidates could make corrections to the already submitted Kerala SET application form by following the given steps:
- Visit the official website- lbsedp.lbscentre.in/setjan25/
- Click the 'Online Registration' link
- Click on the ‘Registered Candidates’ link
- Enter the login details
- Make corrections or changes to the form
- Submit and save the confirmation page
Kerala SET Eligibility Criteria 2025
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in a specific subject with not less than 50 per cent aggregate marks or equivalent grade. Apart from this, aspirants should have a B Ed degree in any discipline from any university in Kerala or possess these qualifications from any other university which is considered to be at par with these universities. However, there are some exceptions to the Kerala SET eligibility criteria 2025 and these exceptions are listed below.
Kerala SET Subjects |
Kerala SET Eligibility Criteria |
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Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry |
Have an MSc Ed degree in the concerned subject with at least 50 per cent marks or equivalent grade from any Regional Institute of Education that is sponsored by NCERT. |
Botany and Zoology |
Have an MSc Ed degree in the concerned subject with at least 50 per cent marks or equivalent grade from any Regional Institute of Education that is sponsored by NCERT. Or Have an MSc Ed degree in Life Science with at least 50 per cent marks or equivalent grade from any Regional Institutes of Education |
Anthropology, Commerce, French, Gandhian Studies, Geology, German, Home Science, Journalism, Latin, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Russian, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics and Syriac |
Possess B Ed degree |
English |
Possess II class Master’s Degree in Communicative English with at least 50 per cent marks as well as a BEd degree. |
Hindi |
“Candidates who have acquired a BEd Degree in Hindi conducted by the Dakshin Bharatha Hindi Prachar Sabha are exempted from the requirement of producing the equivalency certificate, as the degree has been recognized by the Universities in Kerala”, informs the official website. |
Latin |
Cleared their degree exam in any discipline (from any University in Kerala or recognized as equivalent) with Latin as their second language under Paper II wherein they have secured at least 50% marks. These eligibility criteria hold only if the aspirants have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks for Part II. |
Aspirants are informed that they do not meet the eligibility criteria for Kerala SET 2025 if they have secured their qualifications through Correspondence Courses/ Open Universities which are not recognised by any one of the Universities in Kerala. Also, “candidates who have acquired their qualifications through recognised correspondence courses/Open universities should obtain and furnish certificates of recognition and equivalency from any one of the Universities in Kerala”, states the official website.
Note: Aspirants possessing the Master’s degree with the minimum marks required to meet the SET eligibility criteria and are in the final year of BEd degree programme are also eligible for Kerala SET 2025. Similarly, candidates who have secured their BEd degree and are in the final year of their post-graduate programme also meet the eligibility criteria. The official website informs: “Such candidates must produce the Certificates of their qualifying examinations passed with the minimum required marks within one year from the date of publication of the results of the test, failing which they shall be treated as disqualified”.
Kerala SET Exam Pattern 2025
Kerala SET exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. Both papers comprise multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Have a look at the highlights of the Kerala SET exam pattern below.
Mode of exam | Offline |
Number of papers | Paper 1 Paper 2 |
Subjects | Paper 1: General Knowledge and Aptitude in Teaching Paper 2: 31 Subjects |
Total Questions | Paper 1: 120 Paper 2: 120 (80 in Mathematics and Statistics) |
Maximum marks | Paper 1 & 2: 120 |
Duration of the test | Paper 1 & 2: 2 hours |
Kerala SET Syllabus 2025
Kerala SET syllabus 2025 is prescribed by the LBS Centre. The syllabus varies for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The Kerala SET Paper 1 syllabus includes topics from General Knowledge and Aptitude in Teaching. On the other hand, the Kerala SET Paper 2 syllabus differs as per the subject chosen by candidates while filling out the application form. Paper 2 is conducted for 31 subjects.
Kerala SET Admit Card 2025
The LBS Centre will release the Kerala SET 2025 admit card for the January session on the official website. Candidates can download the admit card by following the steps mentioned below:
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Visit the official website
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Click on the 'Download Admit Card' link
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Enter the required details
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Download the admit card
- Take a printout
Direct Link for the Kerala SET Admit Card 2024: https://lbsedp.lbscentre.in/setjul24/htlogin.php
Q: What are the details mentioned on the Kerala SET 2025 Admit card?
Those candidates who will appear in the Kerala SET 2025 exam- January 2025 need to download their Kerala SET 2025 hall ticket. After downloading the admit card, candidates must ensure that all the details mentioned on the Kerala SET admit card 2025 are accurate so that there is no confusion on the examination day.
Details mentioned on the Kerala SET 2025 admit card are name of the candidate, exam name, roll number, registration ID, date of birth, exam centre, photograph, signature, father's/mother's full name, exam date, exam timings, instructions related to the examination, gender, etc.
Q: When will the Kerala SET admit card be released?
The LBS Centre for Science & Technology will release the Kerala SET admit card 2025 for the January session exam on the official website. The candidates will be able to download the Kerala SET admit card through the candidates' login. The steps to download the Kerala SET admit card by following the steps given below:
- Go to the official website.
- Click on the Kerala SET admit card link.
- The login page will appear on the screen.
- Fill out the login credentials for the Kerala SET exam.
- Fill out the captcha code.
- Click on the submit button.
- The Kerala SET admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download the Kerala SET admit card and save it for later use.
Kerala SET Question Paper 2025
The Kerala SET question papers are released by the LBS Centre after the conduct of the exam. Candidates who plan to appear for the exam should download the question papers and practice them to prepare well. The question papers are available subject-wise and year-wise.
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Kerala SET Answer Key 2025
The Kerala SET answer key 2025 will be released after the conduction of an exam for the January session. The candidates can download the PDF of the answer key on the official website. Have a look at the steps below to download the answer key:
- Visit the official website- lbsedp.lbscentre.in
- Click on the ‘Answer Keys’ link
- Download the answer key
Direct Link for the Kerala SET Answer key: To be updated
Q: What is the selection process of the Kerala SET Exam?
Kerala SET Selection Process 2024; 1- Fill Kerala State Eligibility Test application form: Candidates need to apply for the Kerala State Eligibility Test application form on the official website of the test. All students need to submit their application form and pay the fee to receive the Site Access Key as well as the Application Number. 2- Download Kerala State Eligibility Test admit card: Students need to download the Kerala State Eligibility Test admit card from the official website of the exam. To download the Kerala State Eligibility Test admit card, students need to fill in details such as their-Application Number and Date of Birth/Site Access Key. 3- Appear for Kerala State Eligibility Test: Students need to appear for the Kerala State Eligibility Test exam as per the time and test center details mentioned in their admit card. Kerala State Eligibility Test comprises two test papers which are of 120 minutes each. Paper 1 is common for all aspirants whereas Paper 2 consists of questions as per the student's specialisation. 4- Check Kerala State Eligibility Test result: Exam results for the Kerala State Eligibility Test are announced on the official website of the teacher eligibility test. Students can check the Kerala State Eligibility Test result by filling in their application number and date of birth/site access key. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha Kerala State Eligibility Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/Kerala-set-exam). I hope this will help you.
Q: Is there any subject wise cutoff for Kerala SET?
Yes, the LBS Centre for Science & Technology releases the Kerala SET cut off in PDF format which comprises subject and category-wise for the candidates who have taken the Kerala SET exam. The candidates securing more than equal to cut off marks in their category will be considered qualified for the assistant professorship or JRF and assistant professorship.
Q: Why the Kerala SET answer key is important?
The Kerala SET answer key is an important document for candidates who have appeared for the exam. The reasons describing the importance of the Kerala SET answer key has been enlisted below for the candidates:
- Helps in calculating probable scores: The answer key contains the correct answers to all the questions asked in the exam. Candidates can use it to cross-check their answers and calculate their probable scores. This helps them in assessing their performance in the exam and understanding their chances of qualifying.
- Verification of answers: By comparing their responses with the correct answers mentioned in the answer key, candidates can verify their answers and check the accuracy of their responses. This helps in identifying any mistakes they might have made while attempting the exam.
- Challenge incorrect answers: If the candidates find any discrepancies or errors in the answer key, they can challenge it by submitting their objections online. This ensures that the final answer key released by LBS Centre for Science & technology is accurate and error-free.
- Transparency in the evaluation process: The Kerala SET answer key ensures transparency in the evaluation process. Candidates can check the correct answers and be assured that their responses are being evaluated fairly.
In summary, the Kerala SET answer key is an important document for candidates who have appeared for the exam. It helps in calculating probable scores, verifying answers, and ensuring transparency in the evaluation process.
Kerala SET Result 2025
The Kerala SET result will be released for the January session after the completion of the exam process. Candidates can check the result and download the scorecard by following the steps mentioned below:
- Visit the official website - lbsedp.lbscentre.in
- Click on the result link
- Enter the roll number and submit
- Kerala SET result and scorecard will be displayed on your screen
- Download the scorecard for future reference
Direct Link to check the Kerala SET 2025 Result: To be updated
Q: What is the minimum qualifying marks for the Kerala SET exam?
The Kerala SET exam is conducted by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of higher secondary school teachers and non-vocational teachers in VHSE. To qualify in the Kerala SET exam, candidates need to secure a minimum of 40 per cent aggregate marks in Paper I and Paper II, separately.
Note: This qualifying criterion is subject to change. The candidates are advised vist the official website for the any criterion related to qualfying marks
Q: I have not cleared the Kerala SET exam. Can I appear for the exam again?
Yes you can definitely appear for the Kerala SET exam again If you did not clear it in the first attempt. The Kerala SET exam is conducted twice a year by the LBS Centre for Science & Technology for the selection of Assistant Professor in various Kerala Universities and Colleges.
There is no limit on the number o attempts that you can makefor the Kerala SET exam. However, you have to fulfill the eligibility criteria for the exam, which include having master's degree with at least 55 per cent marks (50 per cent for reserved categories) or equivalent from the UGC recognised University.
Q: I want my Kerala SET score to be re-evaluated. What is the process for the same?
There is no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of Kerala SET result. The official notification reads, No correspondence in this regard shall be entertained. The candidates can only raise objections against the provisional answer key. Based on the objections raised by the candidates the final answer key and the result is released.
Kerala SET Qualifying Marks 2025
Have a look at the minimum qualifying marks for the Kerala SET exam below.
Minimum Percentage of Marks |
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Category |
Paper 1 |
Paper 2 |
Total |
General |
40 |
40 |
48 |
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
35 |
35 |
45 |
PwD/VH/PH/SC/ST |
35 |
35 |
40 |
Kerala SET 2025: Marks Relaxation for SC/ST
SC/ ST candidates who want to appear for Kerala SET are granted a 5 per cent marks relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks required to be eligible to appear for SET.
Kerala SET Certificate 2025
Candidates can avail of the Kerala SET certificate 2025 by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official website
- Click on the result link
- Click on the link stating 'Instructions for getting SET certificate...'
- Link on the application form download link
- Enter the roll number and date of birth and select the subject and district
- Download the application form
Candidates need to fill out the form and send it to the following address:
The Director,
LBS Centre for Science & Technology
Extra Police Road, Nandavanam
Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram - 695033
Kerala SET Selection Process 2025
The selection process for Kerala SET 2025 exam edition includes the following steps:
Step 1: Fill Kerala SET application form
Aspirants need to apply for the Kerala SET application form on the official website of the test. All candidates need to submit their application form and pay the fee in order to receive the Site Access Key as well as the Application Number.
Step 2: Download Kerala SET admit card
Candidates need to download the Kerala SET admit card from the official website of the exam. To download the KSET admit card, candidates need to fill in details such as their application Number and Date of Birth/Site Access Key.
Step 3: Appear for Kerala SET
Candidates need to appear for the Kerala SET exam as per the time and test centre details mentioned in their admit card. Kerala SET comprises two test papers which are 120 minutes each. Paper 1 is common for all aspirants whereas Paper 2 consists of questions per the candidate’s specialisation.
Step 4: Check Kerala SET result
Exam results for Kerala SET are announced on the official website of the teacher eligibility test. Candidates can check the Kerala SET result by filling in their application number and date of birth/site access key.
Kerala SET Prep Tips 2025
With just a few days left for the Kerala SET exam, candidates should focus on boosting their preparation levels. It may be noted here that the last few days before the exam are not meant for deep studies; these days should be utilised for practice and revision. This will enable candidates in improving the weaker areas, have proper time management while attempting the paper and achieve accuracy.
News & Updates
Kerala SET Exam
Student Forum
Answered 2 months ago
The authority started the Kerala SET 2025 registration for the January session on the official website. The registration dates were September 25 to November 5, 2024. The last date to pay the Kerala SET 2025 fee is November 8, 2024. The application correction window for the exam is activated from Nov
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The authority released the Kerala SET 2025 application form on the official website. It was started on September 25 and the last date to apply was November 5, 2024. Candidates can apply by visiting the official website. A direct link is also provided here.
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Contributor-Level 10
Has Kerala SET 2025 registration started for January session?