Ctet January

Name Of The Post

CTET

Last Updated

13th June 2026

Importance of the Post

The CTET, conducted by CBSE, is a crucial qualifying exam for aspiring teachers seeking positions in government and recognized private schools across India. Clearing this exam is a key step for those aiming to build a career in the education sector, as it sets a national standard for teaching eligibility and enhances job prospects in both central and state-run institutions.

Highlighted Information

CTET January 2024 teacher eligibility test results now available online

Short Information

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The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the results for the July 2024 Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). This national-level exam is conducted to certify candidates for teaching positions in schools across India. The CTET covers both Paper I for primary teachers and Paper II for upper primary teachers. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their results online. Eligibility for the exam includes various combinations of senior secondary qualifications and diplomas or degrees in education, as per NCTE norms. The selection process involves a written examination, and qualifying CTET is mandatory for appointment as a teacher in many government and private schools. The result announcement marks the completion of the current cycle, and successful candidates can use their CTET certificate for teacher recruitment applications.

CTET Syllabus

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Quick Information

Department

Recruitment notification issued by Central Board of Secondary Education.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Eligibility

Other Qualification

Candidates may also qualify with a four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education or a two-year diploma in special education, provided they meet the minimum marks criteria. Graduates with a one-year Bachelor of Education are also eligible.

Important Dates

Application closes	Predicted 1st December 2026Predicted 1st December 2026
Exam Fee Payment End Date	Predicted 1st December 2026Predicted 1st December 2026
Apply Application	03-11-202303-11-2023

Section	Topics
Child Development & PedagogyChild Development & Pedagogy	Concept of development & relationship with learning; Principles of child development; Influence of heredity & environment; Socialisation; Theories of Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky; Concept of intelligence; Multi-dimensional intelligence; Language & thought; Gender as a social construct; Individual differences; Inclusive education; Assessment for learning.Concept of development & relationship with learning; Principles of child development; Influence of heredity & environment; Socialisation; Theories of Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky; Concept of intelligence; Multi-dimensional intelligence; Language & thought; Gender as a social construct; Individual differences; Inclusive education; Assessment for learning.
Language I — ComprehensionLanguage I — Comprehension	Two unseen passages — one prose & one poem — followed by linguistic comprehension, language and grammar based questions. Pedagogy of language development — learning & acquisition, principles of language teaching, role of listening & speaking, oral & written communication, teaching-learning materials, evaluation.Two unseen passages — one prose & one poem — followed by linguistic comprehension, language and grammar based questions. Pedagogy of language development — learning & acquisition, principles of language teaching, role of listening & speaking, oral & written communication, teaching-learning materials, evaluation.
Language II — ComprehensionLanguage II — Comprehension	Two unseen passages from a different language than Language I — comprehension, grammar & verbal ability. Pedagogy of language development — same outline as Language I.Two unseen passages from a different language than Language I — comprehension, grammar & verbal ability. Pedagogy of language development — same outline as Language I.
MathematicsMathematics	Number system; Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; Geometry — shapes & spatial understanding; Solids around us; Measurement; Weight; Time; Volume; Data handling; Patterns; Money. Pedagogy of mathematics — nature of math, place of math in curriculum, language of math, community math, evaluation, problems of teaching, error analysis.Number system; Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; Geometry — shapes & spatial understanding; Solids around us; Measurement; Weight; Time; Volume; Data handling; Patterns; Money. Pedagogy of mathematics — nature of math, place of math in curriculum, language of math, community math, evaluation, problems of teaching, error analysis.
Environmental Studies (Paper I) / Social Studies (Paper II)Environmental Studies (Paper I) / Social Studies (Paper II)	Family & friends; Food; Shelter; Water; Travel; Things we make and do; History (Paper II); Geography (Paper II); Social & political life; EVS pedagogy — concept and scope, environmental studies & education, learning principles, scope & relation to science and social science, approaches of presenting concepts, activities, experimentation, CCE.Family & friends; Food; Shelter; Water; Travel; Things we make and do; History (Paper II); Geography (Paper II); Social & political life; EVS pedagogy — concept and scope, environmental studies & education, learning principles, scope & relation to science and social science, approaches of presenting concepts, activities, experimentation, CCE.

Section

Topics

Child Development & Pedagogy

Concept of development & relationship with learning; Principles of child development; Influence of heredity & environment; Socialisation; Theories of Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky; Concept of intelligence; Multi-dimensional intelligence; Language & thought; Gender as a social construct; Individual differences; Inclusive education; Assessment for learning.

Language I — Comprehension

Two unseen passages — one prose & one poem — followed by linguistic comprehension, language and grammar based questions. Pedagogy of language development — learning & acquisition, principles of language teaching, role of listening & speaking, oral & written communication, teaching-learning materials, evaluation.

Language II — Comprehension

Two unseen passages from a different language than Language I — comprehension, grammar & verbal ability. Pedagogy of language development — same outline as Language I.

Mathematics

Number system; Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; Geometry — shapes & spatial understanding; Solids around us; Measurement; Weight; Time; Volume; Data handling; Patterns; Money. Pedagogy of mathematics — nature of math, place of math in curriculum, language of math, community math, evaluation, problems of teaching, error analysis.

Environmental Studies (Paper I) / Social Studies (Paper II)

Family & friends; Food; Shelter; Water; Travel; Things we make and do; History (Paper II); Geography (Paper II); Social & political life; EVS pedagogy — concept and scope, environmental studies & education, learning principles, scope & relation to science and social science, approaches of presenting concepts, activities, experimentation, CCE.