CTET 2024 (July): Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the 19th edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) will be conducted on July 7, 2024 (Sunday). The test will take place in 136 cities across the country and will be available in twenty languages. For detailed information regarding the examination, including syllabus, languages, eligibility criteria, examination fee, examination cities, and important dates, candidates are advised to read full article.
CTET JULY 2024
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) July 2024 |
| Exam Conduct by | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| CTET Last Date | 5th April 2024 |
Important Dates of CTET July 2024
| Application Start Date | 7th March 2024 |
| Application Last Date | 5th April 2024 |
| Last Date for Submitting online Application | 2nd April 2024 |
| CTET Admit Card | July 2024 |
| CTET Exam Date | 7th July 2024 |
CTET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
CTET Educational qualification for Paper 1 (Classes 1 to 5): Primary Stage
Candidates must have cleared or still pursuing the final year of 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education (with a minimum of 50% marks) from a recognized University/Institution.
OR
Applicants must have cleared or still pursuing the final year of 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education (with a minimum of 45% marks) in accordance with the NCTE, Regulations, 2002.
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Aspirants must have cleared or still pursuing the final year of 4 years of a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) from a recognized University/Institution (with at least 50% marks).
OR
Candidates must have cleared or still pursuing the final year of 2 years Diploma in Special Education(with at least 50% marks) from a recognized University/Institution.
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Candidates must have cleared the Graduation (with at least 50% marks) and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) from a recognized University/Institution.
CTET Educational qualification for Paper 2 (Classes 6 to 8): Elementary Stage
Candidates must have cleared the Graduation and also must have cleared or still pursuing the final year of 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education from a recognized University/Institutio
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Candidates must have cleared the Graduation (with minimum 50% marks) and passed or appeared in the first year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed) from a recognized University/Institution.
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Candidates must have cleared the Graduation (with a minimum of 45% marks) and passed or appeared in 1 year of bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed), in accordance with the NCTE Regulations in Education (B.Ed).
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Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and Candidates must have cleared the Graduation of a 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.EI.Ed).
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Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and Candidates must have cleared the Graduation of 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed.
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Graduation with at least 50% marks and Candidates must have cleared or appeared in 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education).
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Candidates must have cleared the Graduation in B.Ed. Programs recognized by the NCTE are eligible to appear in TET/CTET.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | Only Paper I or II Rs. 1000/- Both Paper Rs.1200/- |
| SC/ST/Diff. Abled Person | Only Paper I or II Rs. 500/- Both Paper Rs. 600/- |
How to Apply CTET Online Form 2024
Here are the steps to apply for the CTET examination:
- STEP 1: Log on to the CTET official website at https://ctet.nic.in.
- STEP 2: Click on the “Apply Online” link.
- STEP 3: Fill in the Online Application Form with the required details. Make sure to note down the Registration No./Application No. provided after submission.
- STEP 4: Upload your latest scanned Photograph (10 to 100 KB) and Signature (3 to 30 KB)
- STEP 5: Proceed to pay the Examination Fee using debit/credit card or net banking.
- STEP 6: After successful payment, print the Confirmation page for your records and future reference.
Ensure that you follow these steps carefully to complete the CTET application process successfully.
Important Links
| Click Here to Apply Online |
| Click Here To Login |
| Click Here to CTET July 2024 Official Notification |
| Click Here To Open Official Website |
CTET July 2024 Syllabus
Paper I (for Classes I to V) Primary Stage
| (i) Child Development and Pedagogy(compulsory) | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (ii) Mathematics (compulsory) | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (iii) Environmental Studies (compulsory) | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (iv) Language I(compulsory) | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (v) Language II(compulsory) | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| Total | 150 MCQs | 150 Marks |
Paper II (for Classes VI to VIII) Elementary Stage
| (i) Child Development & Pedagogy (compulsory) | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (ii) Mathematics and Science 60MCQs 60Marks (for Mathematics and Science teacher) OR | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (iii) Social Studies/Social Science 60MCQs 60Marks (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher) | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (iv) Language I (compulsory) 30MCQs 30Marks | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| (v) Language II (compulsory) 30MCQs 30Marks | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks |
| Total | 150 MCQs | 150 Marks |
CTET July 2024 Time Schedule
| Date of Examination | 07-07-2024 | 07-07-2024 |
| Paper | Paper II | Paper I |
| Entry in the Examination Centre | 07:30 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Checking of Admit Cards | 09:00AM to 09:15AM | 01:30 PM to 01:45PM |
| Distribution of Test Booklet | 09:15 AM | 01:45 PM |
| Seal of the Test Booklet to be broken/Opened to take out the Answer Sheet | 09:25 A.M. | 01:55 PM |
| Last Entry in the Examination Centre/Gate Closer of Exam Centre | 09:30 AM | 02:00 PM |
| Test Commences 09:30 AM 02:00 PMTest Concludes | 12:00 Noon | 04:30 PM |
FAQ’s
1. What is the CTET July 2024 examination, and who conducts it?
Answer: The CTET July 2024 is the Central Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). It is a national-level examination for individuals aspiring to become teachers in primary and elementary stages.
2. What are the eligibility criteria for Paper 1 (Classes 1 to 5) of CTET 2024?
Answer: To be eligible for Paper 1, candidates must have cleared or be pursuing the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, or other specified qualifications. Detailed eligibility criteria can be found in the official notification.
3. How can I apply for CTET July 2024, and what are the application fees?
Answer: To apply for CTET, visit the official website at https://ctet.nic.in. Follow the steps mentioned, fill in the required details, upload scanned documents, and pay the application fee. The fee is Rs. 1000/- for General/OBC (Rs. 1200/- for both papers) and Rs. 500/- for SC/ST/Diff. Abled Person (Rs. 600/- for both papers).
5. When is the last date to apply for CTET July 2024, and what is the exam schedule?
Answer: The last date for online applications is 5th April 2024. The CTET July 2024 exam is scheduled for 7th July 2024. The exam includes Paper II in the morning session (9:30 AM to 12:00 PM) and Paper I in the afternoon session (2:00 PM to 4:30 PM).