CTET December 2024: Complete Guide to Exam Date, Eligibility & Syllabus

The upcoming 20th edition of CTET will be held on December 14th, 2024, under CBSE's administration. Candidates can opt for either Hindi or English medium in this OMR-based paper examination.

Important Dates and Schedule

Application Date

• Notification & Application Open Date: September 17, 2024

• Last Date of Application Submission: October 16, 2024

• Correction Window: October 21-25, 2024

• Admit Card: 2 days before the exam

• Result announcement: Expected by January 2025

Examination Day Schedule

Paper I (Primary Level: Classes I-V)	Paper II (Upper Primary Level: Classes VI-VIII)
Examination Time: 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM Candidate Reporting: 1:00 PM Gate Closure: 2:15 PM	Examination Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon Candidate Reporting: 8:00 AM Gate Closure: 9:15 AM

Application Procedure

Online Application Procedure

1. Open the official web page at www.ctet.nic.in

2. Fill basic registration

3. Fill detailed application form

4. Upload documents

   • Photograph must be between 4 KB-100 KB

   • Signature should be within 1 KB-25 KB

5. Necessary certificates

6. Pay examination fee

7. Download confirmation

Documentation Required

• Valid identification proof

• Educational certificates

• Category/PWD certificates (if applicable)

• Digital photograph

• Scanned signature

Eligibility Criteria

Paper I (Primary Level)

• Senior Secondary (12th) with minimum 50% marks

• Any of the following:

  • 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education

  • 4-year B.El.Ed Programme

  • 2-year D.Ed (Special Education)

Paper II (Upper Primary Level)

• Graduation with B.Ed

• 4-year Integrated BA/B.Sc.Ed

• Master's degree (minimum 50% marks)

• 2-year D.Ed (Special Education)

Examination Pattern

Paper I Units (150 marks)	Paper II Units (150 marks)
Child Development & Pedagogy: 30 marks Language I & II: 30 marks each Mathematics: 30 marks Environmental Studies: 30 marks	Child Development & Pedagogy: 30 marks Language I & II: 30 marks each Either: Mathematics & Science (60 marks) Social Studies/Social Science (60 marks)

Admission Process

Eligibility Criteria

• General Category: 60% (90 marks)

• OBC/SC/ST: 55% (82 marks)

• No interview process

• Merit-based selection

Certificate Validity

• Lifetime

• Across India

• Able to get KV and NV

Career Prospects

Salary Package

• Basic: 35,000- 50,000

• Other allowances:

  • HRA (8-24% of basic)

  • DA according to Central Govt

  • Medical and Transport allowances

Employment

Central level:

• Kendriya Vidyalayas

• Navodaya Vidyalayas

• State Govt schools

Private level

• International Schools

• Private institutions

• Educational NGOs

Preparation Procedure

Study Material

• NCERT textbooks

• Previous year papers

• Online resources:

  • Mock tests

  • Video lectures

  • Study materials

Success Strategies

• Develop a schedule and adhere to it

• Take regular mock tests

• Engage in group discussions

• Be well-informed about the latest trends in education

Examination Centers

• Located in 135+ cities

• Cities include:

  • Metropolitan cities

  • State capitals

  • Education centers

• Student can give their 4 city preferences

Important Note

Regularly check the CTET website for updates and notifications. Success lies in structured preparation and persistence.

FAQs

Q 1. What is the CTET 2024 exam date?

Ans. The CTET 2024 exam is scheduled for December 14th, 2024. It is an OMR-based paper conducted by CBSE.

Q 2. How can I apply for CTET December 2024?

Ans. You can apply online by visiting the official website www.ctet.nic.in, filling out the application form, and submitting required documents and the examination fee.

Q 3. What are the eligibility criteria for CTET 2024?

Ans. For Paper I (Primary Level), candidates must have a Senior Secondary (12th) degree with a minimum of 50% marks. For Paper II (Upper Primary Level), a graduation degree with B.Ed is required.

Q 4. What is the CTET exam pattern for 2024?

Ans. The CTET exam consists of two papers: Paper I for Primary Level (Classes I-V) and Paper II for Upper Primary Level (Classes VI-VIII), each with 150 marks and specific subjects like Child Development, Mathematics, and Language.

Q 5. Where can I give the CTET exam?

Ans. CTET exams are held in 135+ cities across India. You can select 4 city preferences during the application process.