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Rahul Gandhi Calls for New Maharashtra TET Date Amid Candidate Punishment Claims
✍️ India Today
🗓 14 Jul 2026, 11:34 AM
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Rahul Gandhi has demanded a fresh date for the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test after alleging that candidates were being punished for not appearing on the scheduled exam. He urged the state government to reconsider the decision and ensure fairness for aspirants.
Rahul Gandhi, the senior opposition leader, voiced his concerns over the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) after reports surfaced that candidates were facing punitive measures for not appearing on the scheduled date.
Gandhi called on the state government to set a new exam date and to review the penalties imposed on the candidates. He highlighted that the TET is a crucial gateway for many educators and that any delay or punitive action could have long‑term repercussions on the education sector.
The Congress leader also urged the authorities to provide clear communication regarding the revised schedule and to ensure that all candidates receive adequate notice. He reiterated that the government must act swiftly to avoid further distress among the aspirants.
The Maharashtra Education Department has yet to respond to the call for a new exam date. Meanwhile, candidates who missed the original exam are reportedly anxious about their future prospects and are seeking clarification from the authorities.
Gandhi called on the state government to set a new exam date and to review the penalties imposed on the candidates. He highlighted that the TET is a crucial gateway for many educators and that any delay or punitive action could have long‑term repercussions on the education sector.
The Congress leader also urged the authorities to provide clear communication regarding the revised schedule and to ensure that all candidates receive adequate notice. He reiterated that the government must act swiftly to avoid further distress among the aspirants.
The Maharashtra Education Department has yet to respond to the call for a new exam date. Meanwhile, candidates who missed the original exam are reportedly anxious about their future prospects and are seeking clarification from the authorities.