CTET — exam pattern
CBSE · Graduate · Twice a year · checked 2026-10-19
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Paper I (Classes 1–5)
OMR · 2 h 30 min · Negative marking: None · 150 questions · 150 marks
Qualifying: 60% (55% for reserved). Certificate valid for life.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 20% |
| Language I | 30 | 30 | 20% |
| Language II | 30 | 30 | 20% |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 20% |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 | 20% |
Paper II (Classes 6–8)
OMR · 2 h 30 min · Negative marking: None · 150 questions · 150 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 20% |
| Language I | 30 | 30 | 20% |
| Language II | 30 | 30 | 20% |
| Maths & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 | 40% |
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Years available: 2023, 2022, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in CTET?
- Paper I (Classes 1–5): 150 questions, 150 marks, 2 h 30 min. Paper II (Classes 6–8): 150 questions, 150 marks, 2 h 30 min.
- Is there negative marking in CTET?
- Paper I (Classes 1–5): None. Paper II (Classes 6–8): None.
- Who can apply for CTET?
- Graduate. Held twice a year by CBSE.