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CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) 2026
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) · CTET
Exam Overview
Minimum qualification test for teachers of Classes I-VIII in central government schools (KVS, NVS, and many others).
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate with 50% + B.Ed/D.El.Ed as per Paper I & II norms. Age: no upper limit.
Exam Pattern & Stages
Stage 1 — Paper I (Classes I-V)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
- Mode
- Online CBT
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Total Questions
- 150
- Total Marks
- 150
- Negative Marking
- No
Stage 2 — Paper II (Classes VI-VIII)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
- Mode
- Online CBT
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Total Questions
- 150
- Total Marks
- 150
- Negative Marking
- No
Full Syllabus & Preparation
CTET is a qualifying certificate — no negative marking. Cover Child Development & Pedagogy thoroughly plus all school-level subjects; most candidates clear it with a 90-mark target.
Frequently Asked Questions
CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) 2026 ke liye eligibility criteria kya hai?
Graduate with 50% + B.Ed/D.El.Ed as per Paper I & II norms. Age: no upper limit.
Exam pattern kya hai?
2 stage(s): Paper I (Classes I-V), Paper II (Classes VI-VIII).
Apply karne ki last date kab hai?
Please check the official notification for application dates. Visit the conducting body's website for the latest updates.