CTEt

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test, commonly known as CTET, is a national-level examination conducted in India. It is administered by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on behalf of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The primary objective of CTET is to set a minimum standard for teachers to be eligible for appointment in government schools across India. It aims to improve the quality of teaching by ensuring that teachers possess the necessary aptitude and competencies.

CTET is conducted twice a year, typically in July and December. The examination is divided into two papers. Paper I is for candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to V, while Paper II is for those who wish to teach Classes VI to VIII. Candidates can choose to appear for either Paper I or Paper II, or both, depending on their eligibility and career aspirations. The syllabus for both papers covers various subjects including Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies for Paper I, and Mathematics and Science or Social Studies for Paper II.

Passing CTET is a mandatory requirement for candidates seeking teaching positions in Central Government schools such as KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan) and NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti), as well as in other government schools that may adopt the CTET qualification. The certificate obtained upon clearing CTET is valid for a lifetime. The examination is designed to assess a candidate's understanding of pedagogical principles, subject matter knowledge, and their ability to apply these in a classroom setting.