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what is ctet exam

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CTET stands for Central Teacher Eligibility Test. It is a national-level exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in central government schools.

The CTET exam is conducted for:

  • Primary teachers (Classes 1 to 5)

  • Upper primary teachers (Classes 6 to 8)

CTET Papers

Paper Teaching Level
Paper 1 Classes 1 to 5
Paper 2 Classes 6 to 8

Subjects Included

  • Child Development and Pedagogy

  • Mathematics

  • Environmental Studies

  • Language I

  • Language II

  • Science or Social Science (Paper 2)

Eligibility

  • Senior Secondary or Graduation qualification

  • D.El.Ed or B.Ed qualification as per rules

Importance of CTET

  • Required for teaching jobs in central schools

  • Valid across India

  • Improves teaching career opportunities

In conclusion, CTET is an eligibility exam for candidates who want to become teachers in government and central schools in India.