CTET Full Form: Central Teacher Eligibility Test

CTET Full Form: Central Teacher Eligibility Test

Edited By Ujjwal Kirti | Updated on Aug 12, 2021 04:36 PM IST | #CTET

What is the CTET full form? This is one of the most asked questions. The full form of CTET is the Central Teacher Eligibility Test. Candidates who get qualified in the CTET exam can apply for the Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalaya and army schools along with any other private or government schools.

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  1. What is the CTET full form?
  2. CTET Full Form - Overview
  3. CTET Eligibility
  4. CTET Exam Pattern
  5. What after CTET?
CTET Full Form: Central Teacher Eligibility Test
CTET Full Form: Central Teacher Eligibility Test

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducts the CTET exam twice a year at the central level to determine the eligibility of teachers for Classes I to VIII. The shortlisted candidates will get the CTET eligibility certificate which will be valid for a lifetime. Applicants can apply in CTET Paper I (for I to V) or CTET Paper II (for VI to VIII) or both according to their eligibility.

What is the CTET full form?

As we know that the CTET full form is the Central Teacher Eligibility Test, let’s discuss the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has set the minimum essential qualification to become a teacher for Classes I to VIII. This benchmark is set in accordance with the provisions of sub-section (1) of section 23 of the RTE act. According to this, candidates need to qualify the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET). The full form CTET is the Central Teacher Eligibility Test because this exam is conducted on a central level.

CTET Full Form - Overview

Name of the exam

CTET

CTET Full Form

Central Teacher Eligibility Test

Conducting Authority

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

Mode of exam

Online

Minimum Eligibility Criteria

Paper I: Senior secondary with D.El.Ed, or B.Ed

Paper II: Graduation with D.El.Ed, or B.Ed

Frequency of exam

Twice a year

CTET Eligibility

Along with the full form of CTET, it is important to go through the detailed eligibility criteria of CTET before proceeding to fill the application form of CTET 2022. CBSE has provided the detailed CTET 2022 eligibility criteria in the official brochure. The CTET eligibility criteria for both Paper I and Paper II is different. Check below the brief information about CTET eligibility criteria 2022.

  • Paper I: Applicants must pass the senior secondary (or equivalent) with the minimum aggregate of 50% (45% for reserved category) along with 2- a year D.El.Ed or 4-year B.El.Ed. or B.Ed.

  • Paper II: Graduation passed or appearing with a minimum aggregate of 50% along with 2- year D.El.Ed or 4-year B.El.Ed. or B.Ed. Students with senior secondary school certificate along with 4-yr B.El.Ed (passed or in final year), 4-year BA/B.Sc,/B.A.Ed. (passed or in final year)

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CTET Exam Pattern

According to the CTET exam pattern 2022, the exam will now be conducted in online mode. There will be two papers with 150 multiple choice questions in each paper. Paper I of CTET is designed for the candidates applying for Class I to V whereas Paper II is for Class VI to VIII. One mark will be awarded for each correct answer attempted by students. However, there is no negative marking so students can attempt all the questions for a better score and meet the CTET cut off to qualify.

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What after CTET?

As we know by the CTET full form the exam is conducted on the central level. Those students who qualified the CTET exam will be awarded the CTET eligibility certificate. The validity of the CTET certificate is a lifetime. The qualified students can apply for different government and private schools whenever they want. Check the list below to know where they can apply.

  • Navodaya Vidyalaya (NVS)

  • Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS)

  • Super TET

  • Army Schools

  • ERDO teachers

  • As a teacher in any private schools and some government teacher jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the full form of CTET?

The full form of CTET is Central Eligibility Test.

2. Who can apply for the CTET exam?

To apply for CTET, candidates must go through eligibility criteria. As the eligibility criteria for the papers are different.

3. What is the validity of the CTET eligibility certificate?

The CTET eligibility certificate is valid for lifetime.

4. Where can I apply after qualifying the CTET exam?

After qualifying the CTET exam, candidates can apply for the post of teachers for Class I to VIII in KVS, NVS, private schools and some government teachers jobs.

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Questions related to CTET

Have a question related to CTET ?

Hello

Yes , you can apply for the CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) even if you are not currently working in a school.

The eligibility criteria for CTET require candidates to have the necessary educational qualifications, such as B.Ed. but there is no requirement to be employed at the time of application.

If you meet the qualification criteria, you are eligible to appear for the exam.

Hello,

As a first-year BSTC (Basic School Teaching Certificate) student, you are not eligible to appear for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) .

Eligibility for CTET requires candidates to have completed or be in the final year of a teacher education program recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).

Therefore, you can apply for CTET only when you are in the final year of your BSTC program.

Hope you find it useful !

Hello there,

No, you are not eligible for CTET because the eligibility criteria require at least 50% in 12th or Graduation along with the required teacher training qualifications (like B.Ed or D.El.Ed).

CTET Eligibility Criteria:

  1. For Paper 1 (Class 1-5) 50% in 12th + D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).

  2. For Paper 2 (Class 6-8) 50% in Graduation + B.Ed (Relaxation available).

Even though you have 61% in M.A. , CTET considers only 12th and Graduation marks , so you don’t qualify .


I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

Hello

The eligibility for becoming a Hindi teacher depends on state rules and qualifications . Clearing CTET is essential but specific states may not consider your high school math marks as a criterion for Hindi teacher eligibility. Instead, they focus on:

1. Educational Qualifications : Bachelor's degree with Hindi as a subject.

2. Teacher Training : B.Ed or equivalent.

3. Passing CTET/STET  : Necessary for government teaching jobs.

Above qualifications and clear CTET, your math marks in high school shouldn't be a barrier to becoming a Hindi teacher.

Hope this helps you .

Thank you

Yes, you can prepare for the exam. The minimum eligibility is to have a minimum of 50% marks in graduation but there is 5% relaxation for the reserved categories. If you have cleared the CTET exam, you are eligible for the exam and prepare well to get a good score.

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