MPTET 2026 Varg 3: exam on 31 Aug, eligibility and syllabus

MPTET 2026 Varg 3 at a glance

Madhya Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (MPTET) Varg 3, also called the Primary School Teacher Selection Test (PSTST), is the state-level qualifying exam for candidates who want to teach Classes 1 to 5 in Madhya Pradesh Government primary schools. The exam is conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), formerly known as MPPEB or Vyapam, through its canonical portal esb.mp.gov.in. Many older sarkari sites and coaching blogs still link the deprecated peb.mp.gov.in URL, which now returns errors and cannot be used for registration or admit card download.

The 2026 cycle of Varg 3 is tentatively scheduled from 31 August 2026 onwards as per the MPESB Annual Calendar 2026. This follows Varg 2 (Middle School Teacher, Classes 6 to 8) which is slated for July 2026 and precedes Varg 1 (Higher Secondary Teacher, Classes 11 to 12) planned for the September to December 2026 window. The MP School Education Department has publicly indicated a target of roughly 30,000 total teacher posts across all three Vargs in 2026, and the Varg 3 share is expected to be the single largest chunk given the primary school vacancy backlog.

The most recent completed cycle, MPTET Varg 3 2025-26, has already produced a revised result on 15 July 2026 and TRC-MP counselling went live on 18 July 2026 at trc.mponline.gov.in. Original notified vacancies for that cycle were 18,650 posts and the revised Mains vacancy figure stands at 10,150 posts as reported by pw.live. Three facts most competitor pages miss or bury. First, the conducting body's canonical URL is now esb.mp.gov.in and the old peb.mp.gov.in is dead, so admit card and result checks must use the new URL. Second, the revised result of 15 July 2026 replaced an earlier provisional list, and TRC-MP counselling opened on 18 July 2026 rather than the September window that older articles still quote. Third, the MPTET certificate is valid for 7 years under the NCTE 2021 update, not lifetime, which is the exact opposite of UPTET and CTET.

Timeline: notification, applications, admit card, exam, result

The full MPTET Varg 3 2026 timeline as published by MPESB and the MP School Education Department.

The dates from the 2025-26 cycle matter for the 2026 candidate because the process template rarely changes across years. If the calendar holds, the notification-to-exam window is about 6 to 8 weeks, and the exam-to-result window is 10 to 12 weeks. Candidates should track esb.mp.gov.in and educationportal.mp.gov.in from mid-June 2026 for the fresh notification.

Exam pattern: 150 questions, 150 minutes, no negative marking

MPTET Varg 3 is a computer-based test (CBT) of 150 objective multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks in total, with a duration of 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes). Each question carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking, so every question can be attempted without penalty. The paper is bilingual in Hindi and English for most sections, with the Language 2 section offering a subject choice of English, Sanskrit, or Urdu depending on the candidate's declared teaching medium.

The question paper is split into 5 sections of 30 questions each. Section marks are equal at 30 per section and the candidate must attempt all sections. There is no optional section and no elective subject, which is different from Paper 2 style TET papers where a subject choice between Mathematics-Science and Social Studies is required.

Section-wise distribution.

MPESB conducts the exam in one or two shifts per day depending on the total registered candidate count. Shift 1 typically runs 9:00 am to 11:30 am and shift 2 runs 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm, with reporting time 90 minutes before the shift start. Candidates arriving after the shift start are denied entry per the admit card instructions and the MPESB CBT guidelines.

Eligibility for Varg 3: age, education, D.El.Ed requirement

Age criteria. Minimum 21 years and maximum 40 years as on 1 January 2026 for general candidates. Guest teachers currently serving in MP Government schools get a relaxation up to 49 years for male candidates and 54 years for female candidates. SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates from Madhya Pradesh get standard state-level age relaxations that are applied at the recruitment stage rather than the eligibility stage.

Educational qualification for Varg 3 (Primary Classes 1 to 5). Class 12 with at least 50 percent marks (45 percent for NCTE-relaxed categories) plus one of the following: 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), OR 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed), OR 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education). B.Ed is not the primary route for Varg 3 because Varg 3 targets primary teaching, and the Supreme Court judgment of 11 August 2023 in Devesh Sharma versus Union of India removed B.Ed as a standalone qualification for primary teaching across all state TETs. D.El.Ed or B.El.Ed remains the safe route for Varg 3 applicants.

Domicile. MPTET is open to candidates from any state of India for the eligibility test itself. Reserved category benefits (fee concession, reservation quota) apply only to MP-domicile candidates. Non-MP candidates are treated as unreserved for both fee and reservation purposes.

Fee structure: general vs SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD MP resident

MPTET Varg 3 fee is a combined amount that includes the base application fee and a portal fee, both payable at the time of application. The MPOnline portal (portal.mponline.gov.in) is the fee gateway integrated with esb.mp.gov.in.

Payment channels accepted are net banking, credit and debit card (Visa or Mastercard or RuPay), and UPI through the MPOnline gateway. Kiosk payment is also permitted at any authorised MPOnline kiosk across MP with a small kiosk service charge. Fee refund is not available in any circumstance once payment has been confirmed and the application receipt is generated.

Correction of application form is permitted only during the correction window announced with the notification. Corrections after the window closes require a fresh application with a fresh fee, so candidates should recheck the form before final submission.

Syllabus: five sections of 30 questions each

Section 1: Child Development and Pedagogy (30 marks). Covers principles of child development for the 6 to 11 age band, concepts of learning and motivation, individual differences and inclusive education, National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005 and NCF 2023, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, assessment and evaluation, children with special needs, and pedagogy of teaching primary classes. Reference: NCERT textbook on Child Development and Pedagogy, RTE Act 2009, and NCTE resource material.

Section 2: Language 1 (30 marks). This is either Hindi or English, chosen at the time of application based on the candidate's declared teaching medium. Covers reading comprehension of unseen passages, grammar and syntax of the chosen language, principles of language teaching and language pedagogy, error correction, and vocabulary at the primary school level. Reference: NCERT Hindi or English textbooks Class 6 to 12, plus Vidyapeeth Hindi Vyakaran for Hindi and Wren and Martin for English.

Section 3: Language 2 (30 marks). The second language, chosen from English, Hindi, Sanskrit, or Urdu, distinct from the Language 1 choice. Covers reading comprehension, grammar, and language pedagogy at the primary level. Sanskrit and Urdu options are available for candidates who intend to teach in Sanskrit or Urdu medium schools respectively. English and Hindi are the default choices for most applicants.

Section 4: Mathematics (30 marks). Covers numbers and operations up to Class 5 level, place value, fractions and decimals, geometry (shapes, symmetry, patterns), measurement (length, weight, capacity, time, money), data handling, and pedagogy of mathematics at the primary level. Reference: NCERT Mathematics textbooks Class 6 to 8, plus RS Aggarwal for revision of arithmetic.

Section 5: Environmental Studies or EVS (30 marks). Covers family and friends, food and shelter, water and travel, things we make and do, plants and animals, the human body and its needs, our environment, and EVS pedagogy. Reference: NCERT EVS textbooks Class 3 to 5 (Looking Around) plus NCERT Science textbooks Class 6 to 8 for supplementary depth.

Passing marks and merit list: 90 out of 150 for general, 75 for reserved

MPTET Varg 3 qualifying cutoffs are set by MPESB in line with the NCTE 2011 framework for teacher eligibility tests.

The 10 percentage point relaxation for reserved categories (60 percent for General, 50 percent for reserved) is the standard NCTE norm and is applied uniformly across all state TETs including UPTET, REET, and BTET. Widow, Ex-Servicemen, and Divorcee categories do not get a separate lower cutoff in MP.

Passing MPTET Varg 3 does not guarantee a teaching job. It only certifies eligibility for the primary teacher recruitment cycle. Actual selection depends on the Mains merit list prepared by MPESB using the Varg 3 marks plus the applicable reservation and category weightage. Merit list is issued district-wise and category-wise, and appointment orders are dispatched through the TRC-MP counselling process.

Salary post-selection: Rs 25,300 basic + allowances

Selected candidates are appointed as Primary School Teachers in MP Government schools under the MP School Education Department. Salary structure follows the 7th Central Pay Commission with MP-specific allowances.

Basic pay. Rs 25,300 per month at entry level under Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, with grade pay of Rs 2,400 (in the pre-7th-CPC nomenclature). Pay scale range is Rs 25,300 to Rs 80,500 across the career span. Annual increment is 3 percent of basic pay per NPS-linked rules.

Allowances. Dearness Allowance (DA) at the current Central rate applicable to MP Government employees. House Rent Allowance (HRA) at the applicable city category rate (Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, and Gwalior are Y-category cities with 16 percent HRA on basic; other cities and rural areas are Z-category with 8 percent). Transport Allowance (TA) at Rs 1,350 plus DA on TA. Medical allowance as per MP Government norms.

In-hand salary. After deduction of NPS contribution (10 percent of basic plus DA), professional tax, and other statutory deductions, the in-hand salary for a Primary School Teacher at entry level is approximately Rs 41,478 per month at the Bhopal or Indore posting. Rural postings carry slightly lower HRA but no change to the basic pay structure.

Probation. 3 years of probation is standard for MP Government teacher appointments, with annual increment freeze during the first 2 years of probation. Permanent status is conferred after successful completion of probation and after clearing the departmental proficiency test.

MPTET Varg 1 vs Varg 2 vs Varg 3: which one should you write?

MPTET is a three-tier exam and the correct Varg to apply for depends entirely on your target teaching level. All three are conducted by MPESB via esb.mp.gov.in with a shared portal login but separate application processes.

Practical guidance. A candidate with post-graduation plus B.Ed should target Varg 1 for the highest pay level and the secondary-classes teaching role. A candidate with a Bachelor's degree plus B.Ed should target Varg 2 for the middle school role. A candidate with Class 12 plus D.El.Ed should target Varg 3, which is also the largest hiring pool by post count in 2026. Candidates holding both D.El.Ed and B.Ed can apply for all three Vargs simultaneously provided they meet the age and educational thresholds for each.

MPTET Varg 3 vs CTET, UPTET, REET, BTET side by side

The five main teacher eligibility tests that a candidate targeting Indian Government school jobs will consider.

Which one should an MP candidate hold. MPTET Varg 3 is the primary route for MP Government primary school jobs. CTET is a strong supplementary hold because it is accepted for Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalaya (NVS), Central schools, and many state Governments including MP. Holding both MPTET Varg 3 and CTET is the strongest position for an MP-focused candidate. UPTET, REET, and BTET are relevant only if the candidate plans to apply for teaching jobs in those specific states.

The certificate validity difference is worth noting. CTET and UPTET certificates are lifetime valid, but MPTET, REET, and BTET certificates expire after 7 years and require re-examination. This is one reason many MP-domicile candidates hold both MPTET and CTET, because the CTET certificate acts as a long-term fallback if the MPTET validity lapses.

How to apply on esb.mp.gov.in (step by step)

Step 1: Visit esb.mp.gov.in and register. Use the New Registration link on the homepage. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number. The portal will send an OTP for verification. Do not use peb.mp.gov.in, which is the deprecated URL and does not accept new registrations.

Step 2: Fill in personal and educational details. Enter name exactly as on Class 10 marksheet, date of birth, category (General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS), domicile status (MP or non-MP), and educational qualification details including D.El.Ed or B.El.Ed marks and institution name.

Step 3: Upload documents. Recent passport size photograph (10 KB to 50 KB, JPG or JPEG format) taken within the last 3 months on a plain background. Signature scan (5 KB to 20 KB, JPG or JPEG format) done with black ink on white paper. Any mismatch between the upload and the physical appearance on exam day can lead to admit card cancellation.

Step 4: Choose exam city preferences. MPESB allows 3 city choices in order of preference. Popular centres include Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Sagar, Rewa, and Satna. City allotment depends on the total candidate count for each centre and is issued with the admit card.

Step 5: Pay the fee. Rs 560 for General and OBC non-MP candidates, Rs 310 for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD MP residents. Payment through net banking, credit or debit card, UPI, or MPOnline kiosk. Save the payment confirmation and transaction ID.

Step 6: Submit and download the confirmation. Once fee payment is confirmed, the portal generates an application confirmation with a unique application number. Download and save both the PDF confirmation and the application number, because these are needed for admit card download and result check.

Step 7: Track the admit card release. Admit cards are typically released 10 to 15 days before the exam date. For a 31 August 2026 exam start, admit cards are expected in the third week of August 2026 at esb.mp.gov.in.

After the result: TRC-MP counselling from 18 July 2026

TRC-MP (Teacher Recruitment Counselling Madhya Pradesh) is the online counselling platform for MP Government teacher appointments, hosted at trc.mponline.gov.in. For the 2025-26 Varg 3 cycle, TRC-MP counselling went live on 18 July 2026 following the revised result of 15 July 2026.

TRC-MP process. Step 1: log in with the MPTET application number and date of birth. Step 2: fill in personal and category details for verification. Step 3: select district and school preferences in order of priority (up to 100 school choices are typically permitted). Step 4: upload supporting documents including MPTET result scorecard, D.El.Ed marksheet and certificate, Class 12 marksheet, category certificate, and domicile certificate. Step 5: pay the counselling fee of Rs 500 through the MPOnline gateway. Step 6: track the seat allotment result on the portal.

Seat allotment. Allotment is done through a merit-plus-preference algorithm. Higher-ranked candidates get their higher-preferred schools, and lower-ranked candidates fill the remaining vacancies. Multiple counselling rounds are held until all vacancies are filled, typically 2 to 4 rounds spread over 2 to 3 months.

After allotment. The selected candidate reports to the allotted school within 30 days of the appointment order. Document verification is done at the district Block Education Office (BEO). Joining letter and salary drawing paperwork are processed by the district education office. First salary credit typically arrives 45 to 60 days after joining because of the payroll onboarding cycle.

Preparation strategy and previous year papers

Six-month preparation strategy for a first-time Varg 3 candidate. Month 1 to 2: cover NCERT textbooks for Class 6 to 12 for Mathematics and EVS, and the NCERT Child Development and Pedagogy textbook. Month 3 to 4: revise Hindi and English grammar from the standard reference books (Vidyapeeth for Hindi, Wren and Martin for English) and attempt 2 mock tests per week. Month 5: solve previous year MPTET Varg 3 papers from 2018, 2020, and the 2025-26 cycle. Month 6: full-length mock tests 3 times a week, focused revision of weak sections, and pedagogy revision.

Previous year papers. MPTET Varg 3 papers from earlier cycles are available on esb.mp.gov.in in the archive section and on major coaching platforms like Testbook, Adda247, PW (PhysicsWallah), and Oliveboard. Solving at least 5 previous year papers under strict 150-minute timing is the single highest-return preparation activity. Trend across recent cycles shows Child Development and Pedagogy and EVS sections carry the highest weightage of pedagogy questions, and Mathematics carries the highest weightage of application questions rather than pure calculation.

Coaching material to prioritise. NCERT textbooks are non-negotiable and cover roughly 70 percent of the syllabus. Adda247 Teaching Exam book covers pedagogy well. Testbook MPTET mock test series is popular for the CBT interface practice. Free Telegram groups run by teachers who cleared earlier cycles are a low-cost source of doubt clearance and past paper PDFs.

Time management on exam day. 150 questions in 150 minutes means exactly 1 minute per question, but the actual split should be 45 seconds for easy questions and 90 seconds for hard questions. Attempt all 150 questions because there is no negative marking. Do not leave any question blank, even if you have to guess on the last 10 to 15 hard ones.

Common application rejection reasons and how to avoid them

MPESB rejects a portion of Varg 3 applications every cycle for avoidable process errors. The most common reasons per candidate feedback from the 2025-26 cycle.

Photo and signature mismatch. Uploaded photograph is more than 3 months old, taken with a background that is not plain white, or shows the candidate wearing spectacles that do not match the photo ID. Signature scan is done in blue ink instead of black, or is in a different style from the Class 10 record. Fix: use a photo taken within the last 30 days on a plain white background, and match the signature style to the one on your Class 10 marksheet.

Category certificate not valid. SC, ST, OBC, or EWS certificate is issued more than 5 years ago and has expired, or is issued by an authority not recognised by the MP Government (for example, an OBC certificate from Central format instead of MP state format). Fix: obtain a fresh category certificate from the SDM or Tehsildar office within 3 months of the application date, and ensure the format matches the MP state requirement.

Age proof mismatch. Date of birth on the application does not match the date on the Class 10 certificate. This is a hard rejection with no correction window. Fix: use the Class 10 certificate date of birth on all fields, even if other documents show a different date.

Educational qualification declared but not completed. Candidates who are in the final year of D.El.Ed or B.El.Ed at the time of application must confirm they will complete the course before the document verification date. Applications from candidates who cannot produce the final marksheet by the verification date are cancelled. Fix: apply only in the year of your D.El.Ed or B.El.Ed final year completion, not before.

Fee payment failure. Payment gateway timeout leads to money debit without application confirmation. This is not counted as a successful application even if the money is deducted. Fix: check the application status page 24 hours after payment. If the status shows unpaid, contact MPOnline support with the transaction ID for a refund or a manual application confirmation.

Domicile status error. Non-MP candidates who claim SC, ST, OBC, or EWS fee concession are rejected because reserved category benefits apply only to MP-domicile candidates. Fix: non-MP candidates should apply under the General category with the Rs 560 fee, even if they hold a reserved category certificate from another state.

Sources

MPESB (Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board) official portal for MPTET Varg 3 notifications, admit cards, and results: https://esb.mp.gov.in

MP School Education Department for teacher recruitment policy and vacancy announcements: https://www.educationportal.mp.gov.in

TRC-MP (Teacher Recruitment Counselling Madhya Pradesh) for post-result school choice filling and seat allotment: https://trc.mponline.gov.in

MPOnline gateway for fee payment and counselling fee processing: https://portal.mponline.gov.in

NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education) guidelines on TET framework and certificate validity: https://ncte.gov.in/website/RTE.aspx

Supreme Court judgment dated 11 August 2023 in Devesh Sharma versus Union of India on B.Ed eligibility for primary teaching: https://main.sci.gov.in

pw.live coverage of the revised Varg 3 result on 15 July 2026 and TRC-MP counselling opening on 18 July 2026

Testbook and Adda247 tracking of MP teacher recruitment vacancy plans (~30,000 posts across all three Vargs in 2026)

Frequently asked questions

When is MPTET Varg 3 2026 exam date?

MPTET Varg 3 2026 is tentatively scheduled from 31 August 2026 onwards as per the MPESB Annual Calendar 2026 published in January 2026 on esb.mp.gov.in. The notification is expected in June or July 2026, applications will open shortly after the notification, and admit cards are expected in the third week of August 2026. The exam is a computer-based test of 150 questions and 150 marks in 150 minutes with no negative marking. Results are expected in November or December 2026.

What is the passing mark for MPTET Varg 3?

Qualifying cutoff for MPTET Varg 3 is 60 percent (90 marks out of 150) for General category candidates and 50 percent (75 marks out of 150) for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories. The 10 percentage point relaxation for reserved categories is the standard NCTE norm applied across all state TETs. Widow, Ex-Servicemen, and Divorcee categories do not get a separate lower cutoff in MP. Passing MPTET Varg 3 only certifies eligibility. Actual selection depends on the Mains merit list prepared by MPESB.

Is MPTET Varg 3 certificate valid for lifetime?

No. MPTET Varg 3 certificate is valid for 7 years from the date of issue, per the NCTE 2021 update. This is different from CTET and UPTET, both of which now have lifetime validity per the NCTE Notification dated 3 June 2020 and the retrospective UP Cabinet approval of November 2021. MPTET has not been extended to lifetime validity as of 2026. Candidates whose 7-year window is about to expire must re-appear for the exam to keep the certificate active.

What is the age limit for MPTET Varg 3 2026?

Minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 40 years as on 1 January 2026 for General category candidates. Guest teachers currently serving in MP Government schools get relaxation up to 49 years for male candidates and 54 years for female candidates. SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates from Madhya Pradesh get standard state-level age relaxations applied at the recruitment stage. The age limit is one of the stricter aspects of MPTET compared to CTET and UPTET, which have no upper age limit for the eligibility test itself.

What is the application fee for MPTET Varg 3 2026?

Application fee for General and OBC (non-MP resident) candidates is Rs 500 base fee plus Rs 60 portal fee, totalling Rs 560. SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates from Madhya Pradesh pay Rs 250 base fee plus Rs 60 portal fee, totalling Rs 310. Payment is through the MPOnline gateway integrated with esb.mp.gov.in, accepting net banking, credit and debit card (Visa, Mastercard, or RuPay), and UPI. Fee refund is not available under any circumstance once payment is confirmed.

Can B.Ed candidates apply for MPTET Varg 3?

B.Ed is not the primary route for MPTET Varg 3 because Varg 3 targets primary teaching (Classes 1 to 5). The Supreme Court judgment of 11 August 2023 in Devesh Sharma versus Union of India removed B.Ed as a standalone qualification for primary teaching across all state TETs. The safe route for Varg 3 is Class 12 with at least 50 percent marks (45 percent for NCTE-relaxed categories) plus a 2-year D.El.Ed or 4-year B.El.Ed or 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education). Candidates holding both D.El.Ed and B.Ed can apply for Varg 3.

How many vacancies are expected in MPTET Varg 3 2026?

The MP School Education Department has publicly indicated a target of roughly 30,000 total teacher posts across all three Vargs in 2026. Varg 3 is expected to be the single largest chunk given the primary school vacancy backlog, though the exact 2026 number will be confirmed with the notification. For reference, the previous 2025-26 cycle originally notified 18,650 posts, with the revised Mains vacancy figure at 10,150 posts as reported by pw.live after the 15 July 2026 revised result.

What is the salary of an MP Primary School Teacher after Varg 3?

Selected candidates are appointed as Primary School Teachers under Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. Basic pay is Rs 25,300 per month at entry level with a grade pay of Rs 2,400. Pay scale spans Rs 25,300 to Rs 80,500 across the career. After DA, HRA (16 percent for Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, and Gwalior; 8 percent for other cities), TA of Rs 1,350, and NPS deduction, the in-hand salary at entry level is approximately Rs 41,478 per month for a Bhopal or Indore posting.

Where is TRC-MP counselling done and when?

TRC-MP (Teacher Recruitment Counselling Madhya Pradesh) is the online counselling platform at trc.mponline.gov.in. For the 2025-26 Varg 3 cycle, TRC-MP counselling went live on 18 July 2026 following the revised result of 15 July 2026. Candidates log in with the MPTET application number and date of birth, fill preferences for up to 100 school choices, upload supporting documents, and pay the counselling fee of Rs 500. Seat allotment is done through a merit-plus-preference algorithm across 2 to 4 rounds over 2 to 3 months.

Is CTET accepted for MP Government teacher jobs?

Yes. CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by CBSE) is accepted for MP Government primary and upper primary teacher recruitment on par with MPTET. Holding both MPTET Varg 3 and CTET is the strongest position for an MP-focused candidate because CTET certificate is lifetime valid while MPTET is only 7 years, and CTET is also accepted for Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalaya (NVS), Central schools, and many other state Governments. The higher qualifying score between the two is typically taken forward at the recruitment stage.

What is the correct portal for MPTET Varg 3 application?

The canonical portal for MPTET Varg 3 is esb.mp.gov.in, run by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), formerly known as MPPEB or Vyapam. The older peb.mp.gov.in URL is now deprecated and does not accept new registrations, admit card downloads, or result checks. Many older sarkari sites and coaching blogs still link the dead peb URL, so candidates should verify they are on esb.mp.gov.in before starting any application. Fee payment is routed through portal.mponline.gov.in and counselling is done on trc.mponline.gov.in.

How many attempts are allowed for MPTET Varg 3?

There is no cap on the number of attempts for MPTET Varg 3. A candidate can appear for the exam any number of times within the age eligibility window of 21 to 40 years. Each attempt requires a fresh application and fresh fee payment. There is also no restriction based on prior qualifying status. A candidate who has already cleared MPTET Varg 3 can re-appear to improve the score, and the higher of the two scores is used at the recruitment stage. The 7-year certificate validity means re-examination becomes necessary if the earlier certificate expires before the candidate secures an appointment.