What is the full form of TGT in teaching?

TGT stands for Trained Graduate Teacher. A TGT is a school teacher qualified to teach Classes 6 to 10 (upper primary and secondary) in Indian schools. The role requires a bachelor's degree in the teaching subject plus a B.Ed, and — for most government posts — a valid CTET or state TET Paper II score.

Where TGTs teach

• Government schools: KVS, NVS, DSSSB, state education departments
• CBSE and ICSE private schools across India
• Classes 6–10 (Middle and Secondary)

TGT eligibility (typical)

• Graduation with at least 50% in the relevant subject
• B.Ed or equivalent (2-year regular, or 4-year Integrated ITEP)
• CTET / TET Paper II qualified (for government posts)

TGT vs PGT vs PRT

• PRT (Primary Teacher): Classes 1–5
• TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher): Classes 6–10
• PGT (Post Graduate Teacher): Classes 11–12

See the PGT full form and PRT full form explainers for the other two tiers.