CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) – Complete Details

CTET is a national-level eligibility exam conducted by CBSE for those who wish to become teachers in Government Schools, especially:

📅 CTET Application Opening & Closing Dates

CTET Cycle	Application Start	Application Last Date	Exam Month
CTET January Cycle	Usually in November	Early December	January
CTET July Cycle	Usually in April	Early May	July

Note: CTET notification comes twice every year.
For the upcoming cycle, exact dates will be announced on:

CTET has two papers:

Paper	For	Who Should Apply
Paper I	Classes 1 to 5 teacher	Aspirants for Primary Teacher (PRT)
Paper II	Classes 6 to 8 teacher	Aspirants for TGT Teachers

You can appear for one or both papers.

Eligibility Criteria

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Salary: ₹ 25000

Important Date

Starting Date: 15-Nov-2025 12:00 AM

Closing Date: 10-Dec-2025 12:00 AM

Q1: Is CTET mandatory for government teaching jobs?

A1: Yes. CTET is required for KVS, NVS, Army & Central Govt. schools.

Q2: Does CTET guarantee a job?

A2: No. It is eligibility, not a job guarantee. You must apply to teacher recruitments separately.

Q3: How long is CTET certificate valid?

A3: Lifetime validity.

Q4: .Can B.Ed students apply?

A4: Yes. If you have D.El.Ed or B.Ed, you are eligible.

Q5: Is there any age limit?

A5: No maximum age limit. Anyone can apply.

Detailed CTET Syllabus

PAPER I (Classes 1–5)

Section

Key Topics

Child Development & Pedagogy

Growth & development, learning theories (Piaget, Vygotsky), inclusive education, teaching-learning process

Language I (Hindi/English/Regional)

Grammar, reading comprehension, language pedagogy

Language II

Comprehension, language skills, grammar, pedagogy

Mathematics

Numbers, basic arithmetic, geometry, measurement, pedagogy of mathematics

Environmental Studies (EVS)

Family, food, shelter, travel, environment, science basics, teaching methodology

PAPER II (Classes 6–8)

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