CBSE CTET Notification – 20th Edition – Apply Online (Last Date: 16th October 2024)
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) December 2024 on its website. This is a nationwide exam that aspiring teachers need to qualify in order to teach at the school level.
CBSE will conduct the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) on 1st December 2024, covering 20 languages in 136 cities across the country, including Assam (Dibrugarh, Guwahati, and Silchar). The CTET certificate is now valid for a lifetime, allowing successful candidates to use it for teaching posts without time restrictions. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online using the official website link.
CBSE CTET 2024: Key Highlights
- Name of Exam: Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) December 2024
- Name of Board: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- No of CTET Edition: 20th Edition
- Date of Exam: 1st December 2024
- Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen and Paper-Based)
- Exam Centres in Assam: Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Silchar
- Number of Languages Available: 20
- Validity of CTET Certificate: Lifetime
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date of Application Submission: 16th October 2024
- Official Website: https://ctet.nic.in
- Helpline: For any assistance, mail to ctet.cbse@nic.in, mentioning your Registration or Application No.
Eligibility Criteria of CBSE CTET Exam 2024
The eligibility criteria are as per the guidelines provided by NCTE. Applicants are advised to verify their qualifications on the NCTE website before applying for the exam.
Eligibility for Classes I-V (Primary Stage):
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, following the NCTE 2002 regulations.
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.EI.Ed).
- Graduation with 50% marks and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed). Such candidates must complete a 6-month Bridge Course in Elementary Education within 2 years of appointment as a primary teacher.
Eligibility for Classes VI-VIII (Elementary Stage):
- Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the 1-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed).
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.EI.Ed).
- Graduation with 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed (Special Education).
- Candidates who are pursuing any NCTE-recognized teacher education courses specified in the NCTE Notification dated 23rd August 2010 are eligible to appear in the exam.
CTET 2024 Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1200/- |
| SC/ST/PWD | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 600/- |
Mode of Payment: Online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
How to Apply for CTET Examination 2024
- Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section below.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- A new webpage will open where you need to enter all required personal and educational details.
- Upload your passport-sized photograph and signature in the specified formats.
- Pay the examination fee as per your category and click the submit button.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Important Dates of CTET Exam 2024
- Starting Date of Online Application: 17th September 2024
- Last Date of Online Application: 16th October 2024
- CTET Admit Card Issuance: Two days before the exam date
- CTET Exam Date: 1st December 2024
Important Web-Links for CTET Notification
- Online Application Form
- Official Notification
- Information Bulletin
- Official Website
- CTET Previous Year Question Papers
Structure of CTET Exam 2024
All questions will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with four options for each question. Each question carries 1 mark, and no negative marking is applied.
CTET Paper I (For Classes I-V):
| Subject | No of MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
CTET Paper II (For Classes VI-VIII):
| Subject | No of MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics and Science | 60 | 60 |
| Social Studies/Social Science | 60 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1. What is the last date to apply for CTET December 2024?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 16th October 2024. - Q2. When will the CTET December 2024 exam be conducted?
Ans: The exam is scheduled for 1st December 2024. - Q3. What is the application fee for CTET?
Ans: The application fee is Rs. 1000 for General/OBC candidates and Rs. 500 for SC/ST/PWD candidates. - Q4. Is there any negative marking in the CTET exam?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking in the CTET exam. - Q5. Can I apply for both Paper I and Paper II in CTET?
Ans: Yes, candidates can apply for both Paper I (Primary Level) and Paper II (Elementary Level), provided they meet the eligibility criteria for each.
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