KERALA SET 2026 APPLICATION FORM

The Kerala SET (State Eligibility Test) 2026 application form process is a fully online procedure managed by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology, under the government of Kerala. It is a mandatory exam for candidates aspiring to become Higher Secondary School Teachers and VHSE Non-Vocational Teachers in Kerala.

Key Highlights of Kerala SET 2026 Application Form:

• Application Start Date: April 24 2026
• Application Last Date: June 3, 2026 
• Application Fee Payment Last Date: June 5, 2026

• Mode of Application: Online through the official portal (https://lbscentre.kerala.gov.in)

• Documents Required: Recent passport-size color photograph (200×150 px, JPG format, ≤30KB), educational certificates, valid ID proof, and category certificate (if applicable).

Steps to Apply 

Visit Official Website: Go to the official Kerala SET portal https://lbscentre.kerala.gov.in or https://lbsedp.lbscentre.in/setjan26/.

Register Online: First-time candidates must register using a valid mobile number and email ID. Create a user ID and password to access the application form.

Login: Use your registered credentials to log in to the application portal.

Fill Application Form: Enter personal details (name, DOB, address), educational qualifications (including passing subjects and percentages), and choose the subject for the SET exam.

Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of the recent passport-size color photograph (as per specifications), signature, and category certificate (if applicable) in the prescribed formats and sizes.

Pay Application Fee: Proceed to online payment of the application fee through credit/debit card, net banking, or other accepted online modes.

Review and Submit: Carefully review all the entries and uploads before submitting the application form.

Download Confirmation: After successful submission and payment, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Correction Window: If needed, use the correction window (usually provided for a limited period) to make any corrections in the filled application form.

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Kerala SET 2026 Application Form FAQs

Q1: When will the Kerala SET 2026 application form be released?

Ans: For the August 2026 exam session, the Kerala SET application form was officially released on April 24, 2026.

Q2: How can I apply for Kerala SET 2026?

Ans: The application process is online. Candidates need to visit the official portal, register, fill in personal and academic details, upload scanned documents, and pay the application fee.

Q3: What documents need to be uploaded?

Ans: A recent passport-sized color photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable). All documents should meet specified size and format requirements.

Q4: What is the application fee?

Ans: The fee details are usually Rs. 500 for General candidates and Rs. 250 for SC/ST candidates, but it’s best to verify from the official notification.

Q5: How do I pay the application fee?

Ans: The fee can be paid online through debit/credit cards, net banking, or other accepted digital payment methods.