CTET 2024 Exam Day Guidelines and Instructions

CTET 2024 Exam Day Guidelines and Instructions

Vishnukumar VUpdated on 14 Dec 2024, 05:19 PM IST

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) on December 14, 2024. Candidates who are appearing in the CTET exam check the CTET exam day rules 2024 here. The CTET exam is conducted in offline mode (pen & paper) to determine the eligibility of candidates for primary and upper primary level teachers.

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  3. CTET Exam Pattern 2024
  4. CTET 2024 Admit Card
CTET 2024 Exam Day Guidelines and Instructions
CTET Exam Day Guidelines 2024

Read the complete article to know about CTET 2024 exam day guidelines, exam pattern and other important details related to the exam.

CTET 2024 Exam Day Instructions

The authorities mention the CTET instructions on the admit card of CTET. The CTET exam day guidelines have been given below:

  • Candidates are advised to reach their CTET 2024 exam centre at least 1 hour before the entry gate opens so as to cope with any unwanted delays. Moreover, candidates must make their transportation arrangements and plan beforehand given that transportation services have been affected due to the pandemic.

  • Candidates have to carry their CTET admit card with them to get entry into the examination centre. It must be noted that no candidate will be allowed to enter the CTET exam centre without producing their admit card and valid photo identity proof.

CTET 2024 Exam Day Guidelines

There are certain guidelines such as CTET exam dress code and more that need to be followed by the candidate at the CTET exam centre. Check below for complete details:

  • Do not exchange any stuff in the examination hall.

  • It is necessary to use safe transportation while coming and returning from the exam centre.

  • Maintain toilet hygiene, during and after the use.

  • Don't spit near the exam centre premises.

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Essentials to be carried

  • CTET admit card 2024

  • Valid photo identity card

  • Transparent water bottle.

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CTET Exam Pattern 2024

CTET 2024 exam is conducted in pen & paper (offline) mode. As per the CTET 2024 exam pattern the exam comprises multiple choice questions and candidates will be given a total time of 2 hours 30 minutes to attempt the exam. The detailed CTET exam pattern has been given below:

Particulars

Details

Name of the Exam

Central Teachers Eligibility Test 2024 (CTET)

Post

Teachers

Mode of Exam

Offline

Papers

Paper I and Paper II

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

CTET Exam Time Duration

2 hours 30 minutes each

Conducting Authority

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

CTET Marking Scheme

1 mark is allotted per question. No negative marking.

Total Number of Questions

150 questions in each paper

CTET 2024 Admit Card

The authorities issued the CTET admit card in online mode on December 12, 2024 on the official website. Candidates must know that the CTET 2024 admit card is a mandatory document that every student needs to carry along with them on the day of the exam. The CTET 2024 admit card comprises important details like the name of the candidate, the address of the examination centre, exam timings etc.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is CTET exam centre mentioned in the admit card?
A:

Yes, the CTET exam centre is provided in the CTET admit card.

Q: In what mode will be the CTET 2024 exam conducted?
A:

CTET 2024 exam is conducted in offline mode (Pen & paper).

Q: Is there any provision of negative marking in the CTET exam?
A:

No, there is no provision for negative marking in the exam. Candidates can attempt as many questions as they want.

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Questions related to CTET

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Have a question related to CTET ?

Hello Dear,

If you want to get result of CTET 2011 without roll number, then you should check your old admit cards, results or any photocopies if you saved that.

You can directly contact with CTET helpline and give them your details like Name, Father's Name, DOB, Mobile No. or Email id, It may be work and they may be help to get result without roll no.

To clear CTET Paper 1, focus on the following strategies:

  1. Understand the Syllabus: Cover Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I & II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, and other topics thoroughly.

  2. Practice Previous Papers: Solve past 5–10 years’ question papers to get familiar with question patterns and time management.

  3. Focus on Pedagogy & Child Psychology: These sections are scoring if concepts are clear.

  4. Time Management: Allocate time wisely—don’t spend too long on difficult questions.

  5. Use Short Notes & Formulas: Keep formulas, grammar rules, and important concepts handy for quick revision.

  6. Mock Tests: Regularly take mock tests to assess preparation and improve speed and accuracy.

  7. Revision: Revise at least 2–3 times before the exam to retain key concepts.

Tip: Focus on conceptual understanding rather than rote learning, as CTET emphasizes application-based questions.

Hello aspirant,

Language I and Language II for both exams, Child Development and Pedagogy, and Mathematics and Environmental Studies for Paper 1 and Mathematics and Science OR Social Studies for Paper 2 are all included in the CTET syllabus.

To know the complete syllabus you can visit our site through following link:

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/ctet-syllabus

Thannk you

Yes, a B.Com graduate with a 2-year A.T.D. (Art Teacher Diploma) can apply for the CTET exam , provided the diploma is recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) or the respective state education board.

For the Primary Stage (Class I–V) , CTET eligibility requires either:

  • Graduation in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks , along with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education / D.Ed / BTC , or

  • Senior Secondary (12th) with 50% marks and a recognized 2-year diploma in elementary education.

Since you have 60.08% in B.Com and a 2-year A.T.D. , you meet the academic requirement and can appear for CTET, especially for Art / Drawing teaching subjects .

Note: Always ensure your diploma is recognized , and keep your certificates ready for verification during admission or appointment.