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Central Teacher Eligibility Test
Eligibility test for teaching positions in central government schools. Paper I (Class 1–5) and Paper II (Class 6–8).
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Child Development (Primary School Child)A teacher observes that a 7-year-old child learns better when working in small groups with peers than when working alone. This observation best aligns with which theorist's perspective on child development?
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CTET certificate is valid for life (per 2021 NCTE notification — earlier 7-year validity has been removed).
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | General — Paper 1 (Class 1-5) | 90/150 (60%) |
| 2024 | General — Paper 2 (Class 6-8) | 90/150 (60%) |
| 2024 | SC / ST / OBC / PwBD | 82-83/150 (55%) |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Topic-by-topic weightage averaged across 2022-2024 papers. Use this to decide where to invest study hours, not where to skim. Source ↗ · verified 2026-05.
30/150 marks avg
Concept of development + learning + theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, etc.)
Inclusive education + special needs
Pedagogy + Assessment
30/150 marks avg
Comprehension + Pedagogy of language development
30/150 marks avg
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
2025
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16 questions
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CBSE will release the CTET September 2026 admit card approximately 2-3 weeks before the exam date at ctet.nic.in. A city intimation slip will be released first to help candidates plan travel arrangements.
CBSE has officially announced the CTET 22nd Edition exam for September 6, 2026. The exam will be conducted offline in 132 cities across India in 27 languages. If candidate numbers are high, an additional exam date of September 5 may be added.
CBSE declared CTET February 2026 results on March 30, 2026. Out of 23,24,625 candidates who appeared, 5,97,061 (25.68%) qualified. Certificates are available via DigiLocker.
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Child Development (Primary School Child)
Concepts, principles and dimensions of child development relevant to ages 6–11.
Concept of Inclusive Education and Understanding Children with Special Needs
Addressing diverse learners and ensuring inclusive classrooms.
Learning and Pedagogy
How children think and learn, and the implications for teaching.
Comprehension + Pedagogy of language development
30/150 marks avg
Number system + Geometry + Measurement + Data handling
Pedagogical issues in teaching maths to Class 1-5
30/150 marks avg
Family + Friends, Food, Shelter, Water, Travel, Things we make
EVS pedagogy
Excellent score — High competitiveness
80–89% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Good score — Competitive range
70–79% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Qualified — Basic eligibility
60–69% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below qualifying threshold
0–59% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
CTET February 2026 notification released
passedThu, 27 Nov, 2025
21st Edition notification
👩🏫CTET February 2026 exam conducted
passedSat, 7 Feb, 2026
Conducted on 7th and 8th February 2026
CTET February 2026 answer key released
passedThu, 12 Mar, 2026
Objection window: March 12-15, 2026
CTET February 2026 result declared
passedMon, 30 Mar, 2026
25.68% candidates qualified
CTET September 2026 application started
passedMon, 11 May, 2026
CTET September 2026 notification released
passedMon, 11 May, 2026
22nd Edition notification
CTET — application portal opens
passedTue, 26 May, 2026
CTET September 2026 application deadline
passedWed, 10 Jun, 2026
CTET September 2026 city intimation slip (expected)
tomorrowThu, 27 Aug, 2026
Typically released 10 days before exam
CTET September 2026 admit card (expected)
8 days awayThu, 3 Sept, 2026
Usually released 2-3 days before exam
Pedagogy of Language Development
Pedagogical concepts for teaching the chosen Language I at the primary stage.