Teacher Documents Checklist: Documents Required for CTET, State TET, KVS and DSSSB

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Teacher Documents Checklist: Documents Required for CTET, State TET, KVS and DSSSB

Teacher exam and recruitment applications require correct certificates, qualification documents and identity proof. This checklist helps candidates prepare documents for CTET, State TET, KVS, DSSSB and other teacher recruitment stages.

Important: This is a general checklist. Every CTET, State TET, KVS, DSSSB or state teacher recruitment notification may have different upload size, certificate format, post-code and verification rules.

1. Basic Application Uploads

  • Recent passport-size photograph.
  • Signature scan.
  • Valid mobile number and email ID.
  • Application confirmation page.
  • Payment receipt if fee is paid.
  • Admit card/call letter when released.

2. Identity Proof

  • Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID, passport, driving licence or accepted photo ID.
  • Name spelling must match application and certificates.
  • Date of birth should match accepted proof.
  • Carry original ID on exam day if required.

3. Education Certificates

  • 10th certificate for date of birth proof.
  • 12th certificate and marksheet.
  • Graduation certificate and marksheets.
  • Post-graduation certificate for PGT or subject-specific posts.
  • Subject-combination proof where required.

4. Teacher-Training Documents

  • D.El.Ed/BTC/B.El.Ed/B.Ed or equivalent teacher-training certificate.
  • Semester/year-wise marksheets.
  • Internship/practical proof if required.
  • Recognition/equivalence proof if requested.
  • CTET or State TET certificate where required by recruitment.

5. Category and Relaxation Documents

  • SC/ST/OBC certificate if applicable.
  • OBC-NCL certificate in the correct format and validity period.
  • EWS certificate if applicable.
  • PwBD certificate if applicable.
  • Ex-servicemen or service-related documents if applicable.
  • Domicile/local language certificate if required by state recruitment.

6. KVS and DSSSB Specific Checks

For KVS, check post-wise qualification, CTET requirement and subject combination. For DSSSB, check advertisement number, post code, e-dossier instructions, skill test requirements, eligibility and document upload rules from the official DSSSB website.

Common Teacher Application Mistakes

  • Name mismatch between ID and certificates.
  • Wrong subject combination for TGT/PGT posts.
  • Missing CTET/TET certificate where required.
  • Expired or wrong category certificate format.
  • Blurred photo or signature upload.
  • Not saving application form and payment receipt.
  • Missing e-dossier documents for DSSSB.

Document Preparation Timeline

Before Application

Scan education, teacher-training and category documents. Check name and DOB consistency.

During Application

Upload correct files, save registration number and download final application PDF.

Before Verification

Arrange originals, photocopies, call letter and all certificates according to official instructions.

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FAQs on Teacher Documents

Is CTET certificate required for every teacher job?

No. It depends on the post and recruitment notification. Some posts may require CTET or State TET.

Should I keep original documents?

Yes. Online applications need scanned files, but verification usually requires originals and photocopies.

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