CTET

CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test)

🔷 What is CTET?

CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) is a national-level eligibility exam conducted by CBSE for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Central Government schools.

Qualifying CTET is mandatory for teaching jobs in:

• KVs (Kendriya Vidyalayas)
• NVs (Navodaya Vidyalayas)
• Central Government schools
• Many state & private schools also accept CTET

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🎯 Papers in CTET

CTET has two papers:

👶 Paper I – Primary Teacher

• Classes I to V

🧑‍🏫 Paper II – Upper Primary Teacher

• Classes VI to VIII

👉 Candidates can appear for Paper I, Paper II, or both.

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📅 Exam Frequency

• Conducted twice a year
• Usually in July & December
• Computer-Based Test (CBT)

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🧪 Exam Pattern – Paper I

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🧪 Exam Pattern – Paper II

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⏱️ Exam Details

• Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
• Mode: Online (CBT)
• Languages: Multiple Indian languages

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❌ Negative Marking

• ❌ No negative marking
• +1 for correct answer

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📚 Syllabus Overview

• Child psychology (age 6–14)
• Teaching methodology
• Subject knowledge (Class 1–8 level)
• Language comprehension & pedagogy

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🧑‍🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Paper I

• Passed 12th + D.El.Ed / equivalent (or appearing)

Paper II

• Graduation + B.Ed / D.El.Ed

📌 Exact eligibility depends on NCTE norms.

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📊 Qualifying Marks

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🏫 Validity

• Lifetime validity (as per current rules)
• Can be used for multiple recruitment cycles

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📈 Difficulty Level

• Moderate
• Conceptual pedagogy-based
• NCERT-level academics

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⭐ Why CTET is Important

• Mandatory for central teaching jobs
• Lifetime validity
• Boosts teacher recruitment eligibility
• Widely accepted across India

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🧠 Preparation Tips

• Master Child Development & Pedagogy
• Focus on NCERT basics
• Practice previous CTET papers
• Take CBT-based mock tests

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🔁 CTET vs State TET