Kolkata, Jan 31 (PTI) Candidates adhered to COVID-19 protocols such as wearing masks and maintaining physical distance as the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) exams were held across the state on Sunday.

An estimated 2.5 lakh candidates sat for the exam, which was held after five years, an official of West Bengal Board of Primary Education said.

Only candidates who had submitted online applications were eligible to appear for the examination from 1 pm.

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