CBSE CTET 2024 Notification – Online Apply for CTET January 2024

Name of the Board	CBSE
Name of exam	CTET January 2024
Date of exam	January 2024
Mode of Apply	Online
Start Date	3rd November 2023
Last Date	1st December 2023 (Extended)
Type of exam	CBT
Validity of CTET certificate	Lifetime
Official Website	www.ctet.nic.in

CBSE CTET 2024 Notification

Are you preparing for CTET to pursue teaching at the school level as your profession?  The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) for January 2024. This comprehensive guide offers you all the necessary information for applying and getting ready for the CTET examination.

Introduction to CBSE CTET

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test, commonly known as CTET, is a prestigious examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to assess the eligibility of candidates aspiring to become teachers in schools across India. The CTET exam is held in various languages and multiple cities to ensure a broad reach for prospective teachers.

CTET Notification Key Details

• Name of Exam: Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) January 2024
• Conducted By: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
• Edition: 18th edition
• Date of Exam: January 21, 2024
• Exam Type: Offline
• Exam Centers in Assam: Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
• Validity of CTET Certificate: Lifetime
• Application Mode: Online
• Last Date of Application Submission: November 27, 2023
• Official Website: CTET Official Website

Eligibility Criteria for CBSE CTET Exam

To appear for the CTET, candidates must meet specific educational qualifications. The qualifications vary depending on the stage you wish to teach, whether it’s for Classes I-V (Primary Stage) or Classes VI-VIII (Elementary Stage).

Primary Stage (Classes I-V)

To be eligible for the CTET exam for Classes I-V, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

1. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education. OR
2. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, following NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure), Regulations, 2002. OR
3. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.EI.Ed). OR
4. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education). OR
5. Graduation with at least 50% marks and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed). AND (a) Candidates with a Bachelor of Education from any NCTE recognized institution should undergo a six-month Bridge Course in Elementary Education recognized by the NCTE within two years of appointment as a primary teacher.

Elementary Stage (Classes VI-VIII)

To be eligible for the CTET exam for Classes VI-VIII, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

1. Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education. OR
2. Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in a 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed). OR
3. Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in a 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed), following NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time. OR
4. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.EI.Ed). OR
5. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed. OR
6. Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education). OR
7. Any candidate having qualified B.Ed. Programme recognized by the NCTE is eligible to appear in TET/CTET. Moreover, as per the existing TET guidelines, a person pursuing a teacher education course specified by the NCTE or the RCI is also qualified to appear in the TET/CTET.

Application Fee for CTET 2024

All candidates are required to pay an application fee, and the amount varies based on the category:

• General/OBC:
  • For Paper I or II: Rs. 1000/-
  • For Both Paper I & II: Rs. 1200/-
• SC/ST/PWD:
  • For Paper I or II: Rs. 500/-
  • For Both Paper I & II: Rs. 600/-

How to Apply for CTET Exam 2024

Applying for the CTET examination is a straightforward process. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Scroll down and go to the “Important Web-Links” section.
2. Click on the “Online Application Form” link.
3. A new webpage will open, where you can enter your personal and educational details as required.
4. Upload your passport-sized photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
5. Pay the examination fee according to your category.
6. Click the “Submit” button.
7. Don’t forget to take a printout of the submitted application form for your records.

Important Dates of CBSE CTET 2024

Starting Date of Online Application	3rd November 2023
Last Date of Online Application	1st December 2023 (Extended)
Issue of CTET Admit Card	Two Days before the day of examination
Date of CTET Examination 2024	21st January 2024

Important Web-Links of CBSE CTET  2024

Online Application Form	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
Information Bulletin	Click Here
CTET Question Papers	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

CTET 2024 Exam Pattern

Now, let’s discuss the exam pattern for CTET 2023, categorized by different levels:

CTET 2024 Exam Pattern of Level-I (PRT)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy	30	30
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Mathematics	30	30
Environmental Studies (EVS)	30	30
Total	150	150

CTET 2024 Exam Pattern of Level-II (TGT)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy	30	30
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Math & Science OR	60	60
Social Science/ Social Studies
Total	150	150

FAQs of CBSE CTET