CTET December 2024 Notification: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the 20th edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) on 1st December 2024 (Sunday) for both Paper-I and Paper-II. The test will be held in 20 languages across 136 cities nationwide. If the number of candidates exceeds the capacity in any city, the exam may also be conducted on 30th November 2024.
The CTET board has notified candidates that the 20th edition of the exam will be conducted in offline mode, using a pen-paper-based format with the OMR system.
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Important Dates for CTET December 2024
| Online Application Start | 17/09/2024 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 16/10/2024 (before 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Submission | 16/10/2024 (before 11:59 PM) |
| Date of Examination | 01/12/2024 |
Schedule and Mode of Exam of CTET December 2024
Here’s the schedule and mode of examination for CTET December 2024 presented in a table format:
| Dates of Examination | Paper | Reporting Time | Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2024 | Paper-II | 7:30 AM | 09:30 AM to 12:00 PM | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| 01/12/2024 | Paper-I | 12:30 PM | 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Application Fee for CTET December 2024
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General/ (OBC) | Rs. 1,000/- | Rs. 1,200/- |
| SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 600/- |
How to Apply for CTET December 2024 Online?
The steps for submitting an online application form for the CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test). Here’s a summarized version:
Method of Submission of Online Application Form:
- Log on to CTET’s official website https://ctet.nic.in.
- Go to the link “Apply Online” and open the same.
- Fill in the Online Application Form and note down the Registration No./Application No.
- Upload the latest Scanned Photograph and Signature.
- Pay Examination Fee by debit/credit card and net banking.
- Print the Confirmation page for record.
- Direct Link to Apply Online.
Ensure to follow each step carefully and accurately to complete the online application process successfully.
CTET December 2024 Exam Pattern
Both Paper I & II of CTET 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.
- Paper-I is for Classes I to IV teacher candidates.
- Paper-II is for Classes VI to VIII teacher candidates.
There is no negative marking for wrong answers in the CTET December 2024 Exam.
CTET Exam Pattern – Paper I
CTET Paper-I exam is divided into 5 sections. The total number of questions and marks distributions for Paper-I is given below:
| CTET Exam Pattern for Paper I | |||
| Subjects | Total Number of Questions | Total Number of Marks | Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 2.5 hours |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
CTET Exam Pattern – Paper II
CTET Paper-I exam is divided into 4 sections. Candidates have to choose between Mathematics & Science and Social Studies in Paper-II. The total number of questions and marks distributions for Paper-II is given below:
| CTET Exam Pattern for Paper II | |||
| Subjects | Total Number of Questions | Total Number of Marks | Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 2.5 hours |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| A. Mathematics & Science | 30 + 30 | 60 | |
| B. Social Studies & Social Science | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |