KTET 2024 Complete Guide: Dates, Eligibility, Pattern & Preparation Tips

The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2024, which has now become a mandatory qualification for all the teaching posts in Kerala schools. This guide covers everything that one needs to know from the application process to the final selection process.

Important Dates & Schedule

• Application form Issued: November 6, 2024

• Application Form: November 11-20, 2024

• Application Correction Window: To be announced

• Admit Card: January 8, 2025

• Date of Examination: 18-19 January, 2025

• Date of declaration of Result: To be notified later

Exam Schedule

Eligibility Criteria

Category I (Lower Primary)

• Higher Secondary with 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.

• Higher Secondary with at least 50% marks or its equivalent and 4-year B.El.Ed.

• Higher Secondary (50%) with 2-year Diploma in Special Education

Category II (Upper Primary)

• BA/BSc/BCom with 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education/TTC

• BA/BSc/BCom (45%) with B.Ed

• Higher Secondary (50%) with 4-year B.El.Ed

• Higher Secondary (50%) with 4-year BA/BSc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed

Category III (High School)

• BA/BSc/BCom (45%) with B.Ed in concerned subject

• MSc.Ed (50%) from Regional Institute of Education for particular subjects

Relaxation:

• SC/ST/Differently-abled: 5% relaxation

• OBC & OEC: 3% relaxation

Test Pattern and Curriculum

Paper I (Lower Primary)

Qualifying Marks

• General Category: 60%

• Reserved Categories: 55%

• No negative marking system

Application Process

• Visit official website

• Click on "KTET 2024 Application"

• Fill up with the details as needed

• Fill up detailed application form

• Upload following documents

  • Photograph: passport size. Should be in JPG format of max 30 KB.

  • Signature in JPG format of max 30 KB

  • Educational certificates

  • Category certificates if needed

• Application fee pay

• Submission of Application and Download Confirmation page

Preparation Tips

Study Material

• NCERT books for the subject

• Last year question papers

• Reference books of standard book in Pedagogy

• Online Mock Tests

Strategy to Prepare

• Study Time Table

• Plan for Study Session

• Important topics

• Mock Test and time management

• Practice Question papers of previous years

Important Instructions

• Carry the printed admit card to the Examination Center

• Go 30 minutes before the schedule to the examination center.

• ID proof is required

• Blue or black ball point pen

• Electronic devices are not allowed inside the examination hall.

KTET 2024: The Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2024 is one of the most crucial examinations for those applicants seeking a teaching career in Kerala. Candidates need to prepare thoroughly and get their candidate details checked on all eligibility parameters before applying for this examination.

Regular updates and detailed information can be found on the official website ktet.kerala.gov.in. You may get any changes or announcements related to the said examination from the official portal.

FAQ

Q 1. What is the KTET 2024 exam?

Ans. KTET (Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test) 2024 is a mandatory exam for candidates seeking teaching positions in Kerala schools. It is conducted by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan.

Q 2. What are the important dates for KTET 2024?

Ans. Application forms are available from November 11-20, 2024. The exam will be held on January 18-19, 2025, with results to be announced later.

Q 3. What is the eligibility for KTET 2024?

Ans. Eligibility varies by category. For example, for Category I (Lower Primary), candidates need a Higher Secondary education with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.

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

Ans. The KTET exam consists of four categories (Lower Primary, Upper Primary, High School, and Languages), with a 2½ hour duration for each paper. Each paper consists of 150 questions.

Q 5. How can I apply for KTET 2024?

Ans. Visit the official KTET website, fill in the application form, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee between November 11-20, 2024.