TET / Recruitment Exam

Nationality

• Indian citizen
• Certain cases may also include Nepal or Bhutan subjects as per Government of India rules and the notification conditions

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years
• No upper age limit for the certificate

Educational Qualification

Age Relaxation / Reservation Related Relaxation

Reservation follows the policy in force on the notification date.

Horizontal Reservation

• PwBD: 4% across notified disability categories
• Ex-servicemen: as per rules
• Women: wherever provided by the state or department roster

For State TETs, the state roster may differ from central recruitment rules.

Paper I and Paper II

• Mode: Objective test
• Questions: 150 MCQs
• Marks: 150
• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Negative marking: No
• Qualifying marks: 60%
• Relaxation in qualifying marks: 55% or 50% for reserved categories as applicable

Paper I Structure

Paper I is generally for primary level teaching eligibility.

Paper II Structure

Paper II is generally for upper primary level teaching eligibility.

Language Options

Language choices are provided as per the notification and exam instructions.

1. Online application submission

2. Admit card download

3. Objective test

4. Provisional answer key release

5. Objection window, if provided

6. Final answer key

7. Result publication

8. TET certificate issuance or scorecard download

Child Development and Pedagogy

• Child development
• Learning theories
• Inclusive education
• Classroom management
• Assessment and evaluation
• Teaching methods and pedagogy

Language I

• Reading comprehension
• Grammar
• Vocabulary
• Sentence structure
• Pedagogy of language learning

Language II

• Reading comprehension
• Grammar
• Vocabulary
• Sentence structure
• Pedagogy of language learning

Mathematics

• Number system
• Arithmetic
• Geometry
• Measurements
• Data handling
• Pedagogical concepts in mathematics

Environmental Studies

• Family and society
• Food and shelter
• Water and travel
• Plants and animals
• Our surroundings
• EVS pedagogy

Science

• Physics basics
• Chemistry basics
• Biology basics
• Everyday science
• Scientific reasoning
• Science pedagogy

Social Studies / Social Science

• History
• Geography
• Civics
• Economics
• Social and political life
• Social science pedagogy

Subject-Specific Syllabus for Paper II

For Paper II, the subject area is aligned with the qualifying degree standard and the subject prescribed in the notification.

1. Visit the official website: https://ctet.nic.in

2. Open the online application link

3. Complete one-time registration with a valid email ID and mobile number

4. Fill in personal, academic, and category details

5. Upload required documents in the prescribed format

6. Pay the application fee online

7. Submit the form

8. Download and save the confirmation page

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Entering wrong name or date of birth
• Uploading unclear photos or signatures
• Choosing the wrong paper
• Missing fee payment after form submission
• Using an inactive email or mobile number
• Not saving the confirmation page

Payment Modes

• Net banking
• UPI
• Debit card
• Credit card

Fee Refund Policy

Application fee is generally non-refundable.

TET and CTET are eligibility exams, so they do not declare vacancies in the same way as direct recruitment exams. The certificate is used for recruitment to notified teaching posts when corresponding vacancies are advertised by the concerned authority.

After qualifying TET, salary depends on the specific teaching recruitment, cadre, and state or central department rules.

Typical Pay Information

• PRT pay level: Level-6, ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, medical facilities, LTC, and NPS employer contribution

Certificate Validity

The TET / CTET certificate is valid for life.

The qualifying benchmark is generally 60% for the general category, with relaxation for reserved categories as provided in the notification.

Indicative Trend

A strong TET strategy combines conceptual clarity, pedagogy practice, and timed mock tests.

Best Books and Resources

• NCERT Class 6 to 12 textbooks
• Lucent’s General Knowledge
• R.S. Aggarwal for Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning
• Wren & Martin for English
• Standard subject textbook matching the eligibility degree
• Monthly current affairs compilation

Study Plan

• First 3 months: concept building
• Next 3 months: previous year papers and sectional tests
• Final 2 months: full-length mock tests and revision

Mock Test Strategy

• Solve timed papers regularly
• Track accuracy
• Review wrong answers
• Revise weak areas weekly
• Maintain short notes for last-minute revision

Previous Year Paper Practice

Use the official website to download past papers and practice under real exam timing.

After qualifying, candidates become eligible for teaching recruitment under the relevant authority. The role usually begins with probation or training, followed by posting to the notified school cadre.

Growth Path

• Initial teaching posting
• Senior teacher responsibilities
• Departmental promotion
• MACP financial upgradations
• Supervisory and administrative roles over time

Job Security and Benefits

• Government service structure
• Pay matrix-based salary
• Pension or NPS benefits
• Structured promotions
• Additional allowances as per rules

• Conducting body: https://ctet.nic.in
• Notification archive: https://ctet.nic.in
• Syllabus PDF: https://ctet.nic.in
• Application portal: https://ctet.nic.in
• National job portal: https://www.ncs.gov.in
• Government portal: https://www.india.gov.in

1. What is TET, and how is CTET different from State TET?

TET is the Teacher Eligibility Test used to assess teaching eligibility. CTET is the central version conducted by CBSE, while State TET is conducted by the respective state board.

2. Who conducts CTET and State TET exams?

CTET is conducted by CBSE. State TET is conducted by the State Examination Boards.

3. What are the eligibility criteria for Paper I?

Paper I requires Senior Secondary with 50% marks and D.El.Ed or B.El.Ed.

4. What are the eligibility criteria for Paper II?

Paper II requires Graduation with 50% marks and B.Ed.

5. Is there any age limit to apply for TET/CTET?

The minimum age is 18 years. There is no upper age limit for the certificate.

6. Is there negative marking in the TET exam?

No, there is no negative marking.

7. How many papers are there in CTET/State TET?

There are two papers: Paper I and Paper II.

8. What is the total number of questions and marks in each paper?

Each paper has 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks.

9. What is the qualifying percentage for CTET/TET?

The qualifying mark is 60% for the general category.

10. Are there category-wise relaxations in qualifying marks?

Yes, reserved categories receive relaxation as per the notification and applicable rules.

11. What subjects are included in the TET syllabus?

The syllabus includes Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Science, and Social Studies or Social Science, depending on the paper.

12. How can I apply for CTET or State TET online?

Apply through the official website by registering, filling the form, uploading documents, paying the fee, and submitting the application.

13. What documents are required while filling the application form?

Candidates generally need a photograph, signature, educational details, category certificate if applicable, and ID-related information as asked in the form.

14. What is the application fee for different categories?

For General/OBC, the fee is ₹1000 for one paper and ₹1200 for both papers. For SC/ST/PwBD, the fee is ₹500 for one paper and ₹600 for both papers.

15. Can I apply for both Paper I and Paper II together?

Yes, candidates can apply for both papers if they satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions.

16. How can I download the admit card?

The admit card can be downloaded from the official website using the application credentials once it is released.

17. How is the result or scorecard released?

The result or scorecard is released online on the official website after the final answer key process.

18. Is the CTET/TET certificate valid for life?

Yes, the certificate is valid for life.

19. What are the salary and benefits after qualifying CTET/TET?

Salary depends on the teaching recruitment and cadre. Typical benefits include pay-level salary, DA, HRA, TA, medical facilities, LTC, and NPS contribution.

20. Where can I find the official notification, syllabus, and previous year papers?

All official updates, syllabus, and papers are available on https://ctet.nic.in.