The CTET January 2024 Notification has been released and will be conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Here’s a comprehensive guide with all the key details about CTET 2024. candidates can apply online for the CTET January 2024 exam from the website ctet.nic.in.
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CTET January 2024 Latest Update
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level exam conducted by CBSE twice a year to certify eligibility for teaching jobs. The CTET January 2024 session will be held on January 21, 2024 in 97 cities across India. Candidates who possess the minimum teaching qualifications can apply online from November 3, 2023 to November 23, 2023 on the official website ctet.nic.in.
The admit card will be available for download 2 days before the exam. CTET is conducted in 2 papers – Paper 1 is for teaching classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 is for teaching classes 6 to 8. Candidates can appear for either one or both papers as per eligibility. This article covers key details about CTET January 2024 including important dates, eligibility, exam pattern, fee, application process, admit card, exam cities, result date and other FAQs.
CTET 2024 Important Dates
- Online application begins: November 3, 2023
- Last date to apply online: November 23, 2023 (till 11:59 PM)
- Last date for fee payment: November 23, 2023 (till 11:59 PM)
- Admit card download: 2 days before exam
- CTET exam date: January 21, 2024
- Result declaration: By end of February 2024 (tentative)
CTET January 2024 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for CTET 2024, a candidate must have the minimum qualifications as per the NCTE guidelines. The minimum educational qualification varies based on the classes you wish to teach:
For Classes 1 to 5: Senior secondary certificate or intermediate or its equivalent with at least 50% marks. You should have passed or be appearing for final year exam of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
For Classes 6 to 8: Graduation degree and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
Candidates belonging to reserved categories get 5% relaxation in the qualifying marks.
CTET January 2024 Exam Pattern
CTET is conducted in 2 papers:
Paper 1: For teachers of Classes 1 to 5
Paper 2: For teachers of Classes 6 to 8
You can appear for either one or both papers as per your eligibility and teaching aspirations.
Exam duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
Number of questions: 150 multiple choice questions
Marking scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer
Medium: Hindi and English
The CTET syllabus includes Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I and II, Environmental Studies/ Mathematics and Science/ Social Studies based on the paper.
CTET 2024 Application Fee
The CTET application fee varies for different categories:
- General/OBC: ₹1000 for 1 paper, ₹1200 for both
- SC/ST/Differently Abled: ₹500 for 1 paper, ₹600 for both
The fee can be paid online via credit/debit card, net banking, UPI or other modes. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
How to Apply for CTET January 2024
- Visit the official CTET website – https://ctet.nic.in
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link and register with your details
- Fill the complete application form and upload scanned images
- Make payment of application fee online
- Download the confirmation page for future reference
CTET 2024 Admit Card
The CTET admit card will contain details of the exam city, centre, timing etc. It can be downloaded from the CTET website 2 days before the exam. Candidates must carry the printed admit card to the exam centre.
CTET 2024 Result and Validity
The CTET result is expected by end of February 2024. The CTET certificate will be valid for lifetime. Candidates can check their results online using the registration number.
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In conclusion, the CTET January 2024 examination is a significant opportunity for aspiring teachers to demonstrate their eligibility for teaching positions. To ensure you’re well-prepared and informed, refer to this comprehensive guide that covers all the key details, from important dates to eligibility criteria, exam pattern, application process, and more. Best of luck with your CTET 2024 journey!