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What is CTET Exam? - Syllabus, Exam Pattern
Edited By Meghana Mohana Krishnan | Updated on May 26, 2020 03:42 PM IST | #CTET
What is CTET Exam - Central Board of Secondary Education (CNSE) conducts Central Teachers Eligibility Test which is commonly known as CTET. This test is a national level test conducted to determine the eligibility of the candidates to be recruited as Teachers in classes 1 to 8. The test is conducted in offline mode for two papers - paper I and II. For those candidates who wish to become a teacher in classes 1 to 5 have to take paper I while paper II must be taken by those who wish to become teachers in classes 6 to 8. In both papers - I and II, candidates have to secure just the minimum qualifying marks - 60% (general) and 55% (reserved category) to qualify CTET. Further, all the qualified candidates will be issued the CTET eligibility certificate through which they will be able to apply for various schools across the country. This test is conducted twice a year - July and December.
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Who can apply for CTET?
There are certain eligibility criteria that have been determined by the conducting authorities for those who wish to fill the CTET application form. As per the CTET eligibility criteria, there is no age criteria set. However, candidates taking paper I must hold:
A Graduation degree with at least 50% marks or more and
A Bachelor’s in Education (B.Ed.) degree.
For Paper II, a candidates must have:
Secured at least 50% marks in graduation and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education).
CTET Dates 2020
This year, CTET 2020 is expected to be held on July 5. The table below contains the CTET exam dates along with other related dates.
CTET 2020 Important Dates
Events | Dates (July Session) | Dates (December Session) |
CTET notification | January 23, 2020 (Released) | August 2020 |
CTET 2020 application form | January 24, 2020 (Released) | August 2020 |
Last date to fill CTET application form | March 16, 2020 (Extended) | September 2020 |
Admit card release date | June 17, 2020 (Tentative) | November 2020 |
CTET 2020 | July 5, 2020 | December 2020 |
What is the CTET exam structure?
It is very important for the candidates to know the structure and exam pattern of the CTET exam. As per the CTET exam pattern, the test is conducted in the offline mode i.e the pen and paper mode. CTET comprises two papers - paper I and II. Candidates may or may not appear for both papers depending on the classes for which they want to become teachers. Each of the two papers contains a total of 150 marks questions and candidates are given 2 hours 30 minutes to finish it. The questions are objective type multiple choice. Refer to the tables below for knowing the exam pattern in detail.
CTET 2020 Exam Pattern For Paper 1
Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
Total | 150 | 150 |
CTET Exam Pattern 2020 For Paper 2
Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
Mathematics and Science (for Mathematics and Science teacher only) | 60 | 60 |
Social Studies/Social Science (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher only) | 60 | 60 |
Total | 150 | 150 |
Who are considered CTET Qualified?
Only those candidates will qualify the exam who will secure the marks equal to or more than the minimum cut off marks as per their categories. The minimum qualifying marks is also the CTET cut off which is mentioned in the table below.
CTET 2020 Qualifying Marks
Category | Total Marks | Qualifying Percentage | Qualifying Marks |
General | 150 | 60% | 90 |
Reserved | 150 | 55% | 82.5 |
CTET Eligibility Certificate 2020
All those candidates who qualify in the test will be issued the CTET eligibility certificate which can be downloaded from the official website by using their roll numbers.
Schools To Apply After Qualifying CTET
Schools run by Central Government like KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools, etc and controlled under UT’s of Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu and Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and NCTof Delhi.
Unaided private schools
Schools owned and managed by the State Government/local bodies.
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Check NowCTET Result Statistics
The table below contains the statistics of CTET result for previous years.
Year | Papers | No. of Qualified Candidates | No. of Appeared Candidates |
December 2019 | Paper I | 2,47,386 | 16,46,620 |
Paper II | 2,94,899 | 11,85,500 | |
June 2019 | Paper I | 1,78,273 | 10,73,545 |
Paper II | 1,26,968 | 8,78,425 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many times can I appear for CTET?
Candidates can appear for the CTET exam as many times as they wish. Candidates who have qualified can also appear for CTET again to improve their scores.
2. Will the exam be conducted in online mode?
No, the exam of CTET 2020 will be conducted in offline mode.
3. How many marks are allotted to Child Development and Pedagogy?
Both the papers I and II will have questions from the Child Development and Pedagogy section and will contain a total of 30 questions of 1 mark each.
4. At how many exam centres will the CTET 2020 be held?
This year, the exam will be held at various CTET exam centres in 112 cities across India. Exam centre of CTET 2020 has been changed to 112 cities.
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Have a question related to CTET ?
Hello Pooja,
To prepare for the CTET exam , here are the best sample papers and resources:
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Previous Year Papers: These give insight into the exam pattern and types of questions. Available online or in books.
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Official Sample Papers: Download from the CTET official website (ctet.nic.in).
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Books:
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"CTET & TETs" by Arihant Publications for practice questions.
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"CTET Success Master" by Upkar Prakashan for mock tests.
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Online Platforms: Websites like Careers360 offer free sample papers.
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Mobile Apps: Apps like Unacademy , Testbook , and GradeUp provide mock tests and sample papers.
Focus on key areas:
Child Development
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Language
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Math/Science/Environmental Studies
based on the level (Primary/Upper Primary).
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 I wish you all the best in your bright future.
kumardurgesh1802 13 April,2025
Yes, you can apply for CTET even if you are in the first semester of BTC . To be eligible for CTET exam, you must have passed the Senior Secondary (12th) class examination with minimum 50% marks and have a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or B.Ed degree, whether you are in the first semester or any other semester.
In detail:
Eligibility:
For CTET Paper 1 (Class 1-5), you must have passed Senior Secondary (12th) class examination with minimum 50% marks and two-year D.El.Ed or B.Ed. Must have a degree. BTC course is a type of D.El.Ed, so you can apply even if you are in the first semester.
BTC (D.El.Ed):
This is a two year diploma course to become a primary teacher. Even though you are in the first semester, you are eligible to apply for CTET Paper 1.
CTET Exam:
CTET is a teacher eligibility test conducted for the recruitment of primary and upper primary teachers across India.
Application Process:
You can fill the online application form by visiting the official website of CTET.
Information in the application form:
You will have to fill your educational qualification, personal details and other required information in the application form.
Last Date:
The last date for application for CTET will be given in the exam notification.
Exam Schedule:
The schedule of CTET exam will also be given in the exam notification.
So, you can apply for CTET even if you are in the first semester of BTC. Just make sure you have the required educational qualifications and fill the application form correctly.
sadafreen356 14 April,2025
Hello,
based on your applications you are eligible for TGT social science if your BA history(Hons) includes the required subject combination. your B.Ed. degree is valid provided it meets the regulatory and NCTE guidelines.
always confirm with the recruitment body for any specific requirements or additional criteria.
Riya Dhoot 27 March,2025
Yes, with your B.Com, B.Ed, CTET Paper 2 clearance, and a subsequent BA with History (Hons) including the relevant Social Science subjects like Geography, Political Science, and History, you are eligible to apply for a TGT Social Science position. Your B.Ed degree will be considered valid for this purpose.
- Subject combination in BA is crucial:
While your B.Com may not directly qualify you for Social Science teaching, your BA (Hons) in History with the right subject combination makes you eligible.
- CTET Paper 2 is relevant:
Having cleared the CTET Paper 2 indicates your preparedness to teach classes 6-8, which is the TGT level.
- Check specific eligibility criteria:
Always verify the precise subject requirements for TGT Social Science positions in your desired state or institution as slight variations might exist.
sadafreen356 04 April,2025
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.
Mitali Sharma 04 March,2025
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