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CTET Exam Pattern and Syllabus for Paper 1 & 2

Both Paper I & II contain a total of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) each. 1 mark is awarded to correct answers and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The paper is conducted in offline mode as a pen-and-paper based test. Paper 1 consists of 5 sections while Paper 2 consists of 4 sections. Candidates have to choose between Mathematics & Science and Social Studies in Paper 2.



Candidates securing a minimum of 60% in CTET will be issued eligibility certificate. Read the article to know more about paper wise exam pattern, type of questions, important topics, and exam day guidelines. 

CTET Exam Pattern

As per the official notification, the CTET exam comprises 2 papers for Primary and Elementary Stage. The exam pattern has been given below for both the papers:

Particulars Paper I Paper II
Mode of Exam Offline (OMR Sheet Based) Offline (OMR Sheet Based)
Type of Questions Multiple Choice Questions Multiple Choice Questions
Duration of Exam 2.5 hours (150 minutes) 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
Sections Child Development and Pedagogy
Language I (compulsory)
Language II (compulsory)
Mathematics
Environmental Studies
Child Development and Pedagogy
Language I (compulsory)
Language II (compulsory)
Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies
Total marks 150 marks 150 marks
Marking scheme 1 mark for the correct response 1 mark for the correct response
Negative Marking No  No

 

CTET Marking Scheme

Both CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2 comprise 150 questions and 150 marks. Details pertaining to subjects covered and the number of questions asked have been tabulated below:

CTET Marking Scheme for Paper 1

Sections No. of Questions Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Language I (compulsory) 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Language II (compulsory) 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Mathematics 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Environmental Studies 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Total 150 Questions 150 Marks

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CTET Marking Scheme for Paper 2

Sections No. of Questions Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Language I (compulsory) 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Language II (compulsory) 30 MCQs 30 Marks
Mathematics and Science OR Social Studies  60 MCQs 60 Marks
Total 150 MCQs 150 Marks

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Syllabus for CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2 with No. of questions

CTET Syllabus for Paper 1

Sections

Topics

No. of questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Development of a Primary School Child

15

Concept of Inclusive education and understanding children with special needs

5

Learning and Pedagogy 

10

Language 1

Language Comprehension 

15

Pedagogy of Language Development 

15

Language 2

Language Comprehension 

15

Pedagogy of Language Development 

15

Mathematics

Content (numbers, solving simple equations, algebra, geometry patterns, time, measurement, data handling, solids, data handling, etc.)

15

Pedagogical issues 

15

Environmental Studies

Content (environment, food, shelter, water, family and friends, etc.)

15

Pedagogical Issues

15

 

CTET Syllabus 2020 for Paper 2

Sections

Topics

No. of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Development of an Elementary School Child

15

Concept of Inclusive education and understanding children with special needs

5

Learning and Pedagogy

10

Language 1

Language Comprehension 

15

Pedagogy of Language Development 

15

Language 2

Language Comprehension 

15

Pedagogy of Language Development 

15

Mathematics and Science

Mathematics Number system, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Data Handling Pedagogical issues

20

Pedagogical issues

10

Science Food, Materials, The world of the living, Moving things, people and ideas, How things work, Natural phenomena and resources

20

Pedagogical issues

10

Social Studies

History, Geography, Social and Political Life

40

Pedagogical issues

20



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