What is CTET Exam 2023
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) also known as the CTET is a nationwide test conducted to determine the eligibility of prospective teachers. The CTET Exam is conducted twice every year for eligible applicants.
- The CTET Selection Process is based on an online examination. A candidate is required to obtain a minimum of 60% to qualify for the exam.
- Candidates qualified in the CTET exam 2023 can apply for teaching posts in government schools. They will have to undergo the CTET selection process as specified by the respective school, before being shortlisted for the appoinh11ent.
- There are two papers in the CTET online examination and each paper will be 150 marks. Candidates can attempt either Paper I (for teaching classes 1-5) or Paper II (for classes 6-8).
CTET Selection Process
The CTET notification 2022 mentions the detailed selection process that comprises a single-stage online examination. However, candidates can choose to appear for either CTET Paper I, CTET Paper II, or both depending on the teaching posts they wish to apply for. Details of the same are as follows:
- Paper I: Teachers for classes 1-5
- Paper II: Teachers for classes 6-8
- Both Papers I & II- Teachers for classes 1-8
After qualifying CTET exam, candidates can apply to teach posts for the respective classes in various Government schools. The CTET selection process for final appointment will depend upon the school the candidate has applied to.
CTET Paper I Exam Pattern (for Classes I to V)
The CTET Paper I will be an objective type test for 150 marks. The topic-wise weightage for the same is as follows.
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Subject | Questions | Marks |
---|---|---|
Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Language I | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Language II | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Mathematics | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Environmental Studies | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Total | 150 questions | 150 marks |
- The exam duration will be 2 hours 30 minutes
- Each question will be for 1 mark.
- All questions will be MCQs.
- There will be no negative marking.
Paper-II (for Classes VI to VIII) Elementary Stage
Subject | Questions | Marks |
---|---|---|
Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Language I | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Language II | 30 questions | 30 marks |
Mathematics and Science (for science or maths teacher) OR Social Studies/Social Science (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher) | 60 questions | 60 marks |
Total | 150 questions | 150 marks |
- The exam duration will be 2 hours 30 minutes
- Each question will be for 1 mark.
- All questions will be MCQs.
- There will be no negative marking.