Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2024: Exam Date and Important Information

The Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2024 is scheduled for 18th and 19th January 2025. The exam will be held in two shifts each day for different categories, including Primary, Upper Primary, High School, and Language Teachers. Candidates must apply between 11th and 20th November 2024 and download their admit cards by 8th January 2025.

Exam Schedule

• Date: 18 January 2025 and 19 January 2025

• Shift 1 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm

• Shift 2 from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Detailed Breakup of Exam Day

18 January 2025:

• Category I (Primary): Shift 1

• Category II (Upper Primary): Second Shift

19 January 2025:

• Category III (High School): First Shift

• Category IV (Language Teachers): Second Shift

Important Dates to Remember

• Notification Release Date: 6 November 2024

• Application Period: 11-20 November 2024

• Admit Card Release: 8 January 2025

• Exam Dates: 18-19 January 2025

Exam Preparation Schedule

Pre-Exam Preparations

• Download Admit Card: 8 January 2025

• Last-minute preparation

• Confirm your exam center details

• Prepare necessary documents

Essential Exam Day Instructions

• Reach the examination center at least 30 minutes before the exam.

• Bring:

  • Printed admit card

  • Valid photo ID

  • All necessary stationery

• Follow all center instructions carefully

Exam Categories and Duration

Every category of exam will have:

• Exam Duration: 2.5 hours

• Total Questions: 150

• Total Marks: 150

Category Details

• Category I: Lower Primary Classes (I-V)

• Category II: Upper Primary Classes (VI-VIII)

• Category III: High School Classes (IX-XII)

• Category IV: Language and Specialist Teachers

Eligibility Snapshot

• Age Limit: Above 21 years

• Minimum Qualification:

  • Varies by Category

  • Requires specific educational background

  • Minimum 45-50% marks in the qualifying exam

Qualifying Marks

• General Category: 60% (90 out of 150 marks)

• Conserved Categories: 55% (82 out of 150 marks)

Compensation Potential

Selected ones would expect to be compensated according to the scales of Rs. 25,000 to 62,400 Kerala government schools

Ways to Remain Updated

• Official Website: https://ktet.kerala.gov.in/

• Regularly check website

• Official notification

• Exam help line

Preparation Strategy

• Download syllabus of their specific category

• Practice question papers of last year

• Pedagogical concepts

• Time management

• Mock tests

Process after Exam

• Declaration of Results (to be announced)

• Issuance of Certificate

• Eligible for teacher positions

Last Words

• Verify about date of exam and shift

• Confirm location about exam center

• Prepare all documents well in advance

• Be confident and calm

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This is a golden opportunity for aspiring teachers in Kerala, who will be appearing for the KTET 2024 exam on 18-19 January 2025. These candidates should prepare well and know the examination pattern so that they will face success in their examination.

Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for any updates or changes in the exam schedule or process.
 

FAQs

Q 1. What are the exam dates for KTET 2024?
Ans. The KTET 2024 exam will be held on 18th January 2025 and 19th January 2025 in two shifts each day.

Q 2. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for KTET 2024?
Ans. Candidates must be at least 21 years old to apply for the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET).

Q 3. What are the categories for KTET 2024?
Ans. The KTET exam has four categories:

• Category I: Lower Primary (Classes I-V)
• Category II: Upper Primary (Classes VI-VIII)
• Category III: High School (Classes IX-XII)
• Category IV: Language and Specialist Teachers

Q 4. What is the minimum qualification required for KTET 2024?
Ans. The educational qualification varies by category, but generally, candidates should have a minimum of 45-50% marks in the relevant qualifying exams.

Q 5. How can I prepare for the KTET 2024 exam?
Ans. To prepare for KTET, download the syllabus for your category, practice previous year question papers, focus on pedagogical concepts, and take mock tests to improve time management.