CTET 2022 Notification, Application Form, Exam Date

CTET 2022 July notification is expected to be released on May 20, 2022, as per the media reports. The CBSE will conduct the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2022 exam for determining the eligibility of candidates as Primary school teachers for Classes 1 to 5 and Elementary school teachers for Classes 6 to 8. CTET qualifying candidates are awarded the eligibility certificates through which they become eligible to apply for teacher recruitment in schools like NVS, KVS, etc. 

The CTET notification 2022 will be issued in a PDF file format as an 'Information Bulletin' containing the details of the exam is going to be released soon. CTET application form 2022 will be released after the issue of notification. The 16th edition of the CTET exam is expected to be held in July 2022. The exam will be held in separate sessions for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Have a look at the important CTET 2022 exam details such as the application process, exam pattern, syllabus, exam analysis, result, certificate and marksheet. 

What is CTET 2022?

CTET is a national-level eligibility exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The CTET exam is generally held twice a year for determining the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in Central Government Schools such as KVS, NVS, etc. The CBSE will organise the CTET 2022 exam online in the computer-based test (CBT) mode. The exam will be held in several shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 is for candidates who want to teach Classes 1-5 (Primary Teachers) and Paper 2 is for candidates who want to teach Classes 6-8 (Elementary Teachers). Candidates who wish to teach Classes 1-8 need to take both papers. The CBSE has so far conducted 15 editions of the CTET exam.

CTET Full Form

CTET stands for Central Teacher Eligibility Test, an eligibility test conducted by the CBSE every year to determine the eligibility of Classes 1 to 8 teachers.

CTET 2022 Latest Updates:

• May 18: CTET 2022 Notification Expected to Release on May 20 @ctet.nic.in; check details here

• May 9: CTET 2022 Notification Releases Soon at ctet.nic.in; check details here

CTET 2022 Exam Highlights

The highlights of the CTET 2022 exam are given below.

CTET July 2022

The CTET 2022 July session will be the 16th edition of the exam. The CTET July 2022 exam process will begin with the release of official notification. Candidates who wish to teach Classes 1 to 8 in the Central Government schools will have to appear for the exam to obtain eligibility certificates. Get all the details of the upcoming CTET 2022 exam below.  

CTET 2022 Notification

The CTET notification 2022 is expected to be released on May 20, 2022 on the official website- ctet.nic.in. The online CTET application form 2022 link will be activated post the release of the official notification. The CTET notification PDF will be released as 'Information Bulletin' containing the following details:

• Application process
• Exam dates and schedule
• CTET eligibility criteria
• CTET exam pattern and syllabus
• CTET qualifying marks and award of a certificate
• Validity of CTET certificate
• CTET exam centres list
• Admit card
• Verification of eligibility
• Certificate and marksheet

CTET 2022 Exam Date

Have a look at the tentative CTET exam dates 2022 regarding the notification, application process, exam, answer key and result. 

The CTET dates and schedule are released by the CBSE along with the official notification. The dates relate to the important events of the exam such as application process, admit card, exam date, answer key, result, certificate and others.

Also Read: TET 2022: Know details of popular Teacher Eligibility Tests

CTET Application Form 2022

The CTET application form 2022 will be released along with the notification on the official website. The CTET application process comprises the following steps:

• Registration form
• Filling of application form
• Uploading of scanned images
• Payment of application fee
• Download the confirmation page

The CTET registration is accepted online on the official website of the exam.

CTET Application Fee 2022

Have a look at the CTET application fees below.

CTET Eligibility Criteria 2022

Have a look at the basic CTET eligibility criteria below.

• Candidates should be Class 12 pass with a minimum of 45 per cent aggregate in order to be qualified for the CTET exam for primary teacher

• Candidates should be graduated with a minimum of 45 per cent aggregate or Class 12 with at least 50 per cent aggregate in order to be qualified for the CTET exam for elementary stage teacher

• Candidates should have completed the prescribed teacher training programmes/teacher education courses

CTET Eligibility for Paper 1: Educational Qualification for Classes 1-5 Teachers

• Senior Secondary or its equivalent exam with a minimum of 50 per cent marks and cleared or appearing in final year exam of Diploma in Elementary Education (2 years duration). OR
• Senior Secondary or its equivalent exam securing a minimum of 45 per cent marks and cleared or appearing in final year exam of Diploma in Elementary Education (2 years duration). OR
• Senior Secondary or its equivalent exam with a minimum of 50 per cent marks and cleared or appearing in the final year exam of Bachelor of Elementary Education (4 years duration). OR
• Senior Secondary or its equivalent test with the minimum of 50 per cent marks and cleared or appearing in the final year exam of Diploma in Education (2 years duration). OR
• Bachelor’s degree with a BEd degree.

CTET Eligibility for Paper 2: Educational Qualification for Classes 6-8 Teachers

• Graduation degree and has passed or is appearing in the final year examination of Diploma in Elementary Education (2 years duration). OR
• Graduation degree with 50 per cent marks and has cleared or appearing in the final year exam of BEd. OR
• Graduation degree with 40 per cent marks and has cleared or appearing in the final year exam of BEd, according to NCTE regulations. OR
• Senior Secondary or its equivalent test with the minimum of 50 per cent marks and has cleared or appearing in final year exam of 4 years duration Bachelor of Elementary Education. OR
• Senior Secondary or its equivalent exam with 50 per cent marks and cleared or appearing in final year exam of B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed or B.A/B.Sc.Ed. OR
• Graduation degree with 50 per cent marks and has cleared or appearing in BEd program of 1-year duration.

Also Read: CTET Eligibility Criteria 2022

CTET 2022 Selection Process

The CTET selection process 2022 includes the following steps:

Step 1: Fill CTET application form

Aspirants need to fill their CTET application forms in the online mode on the official website of the exam. Candidates also need to pay the CTET application fee of INR 1,000 (for one paper) and INR 1,200 (for two papers).

Step 2: Download CTET admit card

Candidates can download CTET admit card from the official website of the exam. The admit card for the CTET exam contains relevant details related to the aspirant and exam. It also mentions the candidate’s test centre details as well as reporting time for the exam.

Step 3: Appear for CTET exam

Aspirants need to report at their CTET exam centres at least 90 minutes before the commencement of the exam. CTET exam is of two and a half hour duration. On exam day, two papers are conducted. Paper 1 needs to be given by aspirants who want to qualify for teaching Classes 1 to 5 (primary wing). Paper 2 is for candidates who want to qualify for teaching classes 6 to 8 (elementary wing).

Step 4: Check CTET result

CBSE announces CTET results on the official website of the exam. Candidates who qualify the exam get a CTET eligibility certificate. The validity of the CTET eligibility certificate has been extended from seven years to a lifetime.

CTET Exam Centres 2022

While submitting the application form, candidates are required to make four choices of the CTET exam centres 2022. Have a look at the CTET exam centres list below.

CTET Syllabus 2022

The CTET syllabus 2022 is prescribed by the CBSE. The syllabus includes topics from which questions are asked in the exam. The CTET Paper 1 & 2 syllabus includes topics from the given sections:

Child Development & Pedagogy Syllabus (Paper 1 & 2)

• Child Development Concept
• Concept of Inclusive Education
• Learning & Pedagogy
• Understanding Children with Special Needs

Environmental Studies Syllabus (Paper 1)

• Family and Friends
• Food & Shelter
• Water & Travel
• Things We Make and Do
• EVS Pedagogy
• UP Related Questions

Mathematics Syllabus (Paper 1 & 2)

• Number System
• Simplification
• Percentage
• Ratio
• Time & Work
• Speed & Distance
• Algebra
• Mensuration
• Geometry
• Average
• Profit & Loss
• Pedagogy of Mathematics

Social Studies Syllabus (Paper 2)

• History
• Geography
• Social and Political Life
• Economics and Static GK
• UP Related Questions
• Social Studies Pedagogy

Science Syllabus (Paper 2)

• Food & Materials
• How things work
• Moving things
• People and Ideas
• Natural Resources
• World of the Living
• Pedagogy of Science

Language Syllabus (Paper 1 & 2)

• Unseen Passage
• Grammar
• Language Pedagogy

Though the Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I and Language-II sections are common in both papers, the nature and the standard of questions are different in both. Candidates should go through the syllabus in detail to be familiar with the important topics.

CTET Exam Pattern 2022

The CTET exam is being conducted online as a computer-based test. The exam comprises 150 MCQs in both papers. CTET exam pattern 2022 is different for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Have a look at the highlights of the exam pattern below.

CTET Prep Tips 2022: How to Prepare for CTET Exam?

To qualify the CTET exam with high scores, candidates need to develop a concrete preparation strategy. Candidates need to first go through the latest exam pattern and detailed syllabus of the exam. After going through the syllabus, candidates should undertake the practice of mock tests and previous years' question papers. This will help candidates in focusing on their weak and strong areas. After solving the papers, candidates can analyse them to know the places where they went wrong. This will boost the preparation level of the candidates.

As of now, candidates must be in full swing with CTET exam preparation. Check out some quick tips to ensure you are following the right CTET preparation strategy 2022.

• Be well-versed with the CTET exam pattern.

• Thoroughly go through each topic given in the CTET syllabus.

• Child Development and Pedagogy is the most scoring section of the exam. Make sure you are well-prepared for this section.

Also Read: How to prepare for CTET Child Development and Pedagogy section 

• Before jumping on to the CTET preparation books, do not forget to study NCERT books as they are the best resources for exam preparation.

• Do not forget to practice CTET question papers and attempt CTET mock tests. Regular practice improves time management skills and boosts confidence.

Best Books to Prepare for CTET 2022

There are a lot of options available in the market for the CTET 2022 preparations. Have a look at some of the best books for CTET 2022 exam that candidates can refer to for effective exam preparation:

Also Read: Section-wise CTET books 2022 to study

CTET Mock Test 2022

The CTET 2022 exam will be conducted online. In order to enable candidates to practice for the online exam, CBSE has made available the model question paper and mock tests that candidates can access at the test practice centres (TPCs). A list of CTET practice centres with address and contact details are available on the official website. Candidates can use the services of these centres free of cost to attempt the CTET mock test 2022. A CTET model question paper is also available online to make candidates familiar with the types of questions expected in the exam. Candidates can practice for the exam by attempting these questions and mock tests.

CTET Admit Card 2022

The CBSE releases the CTET admit card 2022 on the official website. The admit card is an important document that candidates need to carry to the examination centres on the day of the exam. Candidates can download the admit card by following the steps mentioned below:

• Visit the official website

• Click on the admit card link

• Enter the application number, date of birth and security pin

• Click on Submit

• Download the admit card

• Take a printout

CTET Exam Analysis 2022

The detailed CTET Exam Analysis 2022 will be shared here a few hours after the conduct of the exam. The CTET exam analysis and review will be provided here separately for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Till then, candidates can refer to the details exam analysis of the CTET previous year's examination on the links given below:

Also Read:

• CTET Exam Analysis 2021 of Paper 1: Know Student Reaction
• CTET Paper 2 Exam Analysis 2021: Know Student Reaction & Difficulty Level

CTET Question Paper 2022

The CBSE releases the CTET question papers 2022 for all the exam shifts. It is advisable that candidates should practice from the CTET previous years' question papers to know the types of questions asked in the exam, their difficulty level and the marking scheme. 

How to Download CTET Question Papers From Official Website?

Candidates can download the CTET question papers by following the given steps:

• Visit the official website – https://ctet.nic.in.
• Click on the question papers link.
• Select the exam date and paper.
• Select the language combinations from the given options.
• Download the question paper PDF.

CTET Answer Key 2022

The CTET answer key 2022 will be released by the CBSE soon after the exam concludes. Have a look at the steps to download the answer key below:

• Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in
• Click on the answer key link
• Go through the answers carefully
• Download the answer key PDF

CTET Result 2022

The CTET result 2022 will be released online after the completion of the assessment process. The result is released in the form of scorecard containing the marks obtained by candidates in the exam. Candidates can check CTET results by following the given steps:

• Visit the official website – ctet.nic.in
• Click on the 'CTET Result 2022' link
• Enter the roll number
• Download the CTET scorecard
• Take a printout for future use

Have a look at the CTET cut off 2022 or minimum qualifying marks below:

CTET Certificate 2022: Validity

The CTET exam is now valid for a lifetime. CTET qualified candidates are awarded the eligibility certificates. The validity of the CTET Certificate has been extended from seven years to a lifetime. Candidates qualifying for the CTET 2022 exam will be able to apply for teacher recruitment in Central schools at any point in time till they fulfil the eligibility criteria prescribed by the respective recruiting agency or school.

Career Scope after CTET Exam 2022

Candidates who qualify the CTET exam become eligible for teaching Classes 1 to 8 in the schools affiliated to the CBSE. Candidates can apply for teacher recruitment in the following schools after clearing the CTET exam:

• Central Government Schools- KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools, etc.
• Schools under the administrative control of Union Territories.
• Private schools that consider CTET qualification.
• Schools that are owned by State Governments and local bodies.

CTET Salary 2022

Like other TET exams, CTET is an eligibility exam and is qualifying in nature. Qualifying CTET exam 2022 does not guarantee a teaching job. Hence, there is no fixed CTET salary structure. However, candidates who clear the CTET exam also get shortlisted in the teacher recruitment process are offered a good salary package. The CTET-qualified teacher's salary differs according to his or her qualifications and job position. 

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