CTET Preparation 2025: Tips, Tricks, Strategy & Study Plan

Almost all the sections of the CTET exam hold equal weightage. In CTET Paper 1, all subjects including Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies hold equal weightage. However, in CTET Paper 2, the Mathematics & Science and Social Studies/Social Science section holds maximum weightage of 60 marks.

You can start CTET preparation by thoroughly going through the CTET exam pattern and CTET syllabus. The CTET exam pattern makes candidates familiar with the structure of question paper. On the other hand, CTET syllabus makes candidates aware of the topics from which questions are asked in the exam. After going through the exam pattern and syllabus, candidates should ensure studying each topic prescribed by the CBSE in the CTET syllabus.

No, coaching is not necessary for the CTET exam. Candidates can prepare well through self studies. One needs to cover the syllabus, solve previous year question papers and mock tests to clear the exam.

The CTET qualifying marks are different for different categories. General category candidates need to obtain a minimum of 60 per cent or above marks in the CTET 2025 exam in order to be considered as a CTET pass. The CTET passing marks for OBC/SC/ST category candidates are 55 per cent. Candidates scoring more than or equal to the qualifying marks are considered CTET qualified. Only those candidates are awarded the CTET Certificate those who secure the minimum qualifying marks. However, a higher CTET score is advantageous in the further teacher recruitment process.

Candidates can prepare for CTET in ten days by practicing more through previous years papers and mock tests. Attempt at least two CTET question papers daily in the last one week of the exam.

No, practicing only CTTE question papers and sample papers will not help in exam preparation. Candidates must study every topic prescribed in the CTET syllabus through various books. Once done, candidates should then start attempting CTET question papers, sample papers and mock tests.

You can crack the CTET exam in one month by creating a time-table in a way that you study each and every topic prescribed in CTET syllabus and devoting the last 10-12 days of your time to solve the CTET question papers and sample papers. Analyse the question papers that you solve, identify your weak areas and study them again. Keep repeating the process.

Candidates should start the preparation at least one year before the CBSE CTET exam. Candidates must cover the syllabus and then should practice through the question papers or mock papers.

The CTET is an eligibility exam conducted by the CBSE to determine the eligibility of candidates as primary or elementary teachers. The CTET exam process comprises following the stages:

• Release of official notification
• Submission of CTET application form
• Release of the CTET admit card
• Conduct of the exam in offline mode
• Release of provisional answer key
• Declaration of result
• Release of final answer key
• Release of CTET certificate for qualified candidates

The CTET Paper 2 question papers for Maharashtra are the same as for other states in India. To get the CTET question papers for Maharashtra, candidates simply need to download the Marathi language question papers. The language-wise and year-wise CTET previous years papers are available on the CTET website. Moreover, candidates can easily download the CTET question papers on Shiksha page here - https://www.shiksha.com/exams/ctet-exam-question-papers 

CTET Paper 1 contains five sections - Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I Language-II Mathematics Environmental Studies.

Though NCERT books are good for understanding the basic concepts of the CTET syllabus, there are other best books available for CTET exam preparation as well. Apart from studying NCERT books, candidates should refer other CTET best books and previous years' papers books to boost their exam preparations.

CTET exam pattern comprises name of subjects, the number of questions asked in the exam and the marking scheme of Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 pattern comprises five sections- Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I (compulsory), Language-II (compulsory), Mathematics and Environmental Studies. CTET Paper 2 pattern comprises four sections- Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I (compulsory), Language-II (compulsory), Mathematics and Science/ Social Studies. Each Paper is of 150 marks and carries 150 multiple choice questions (MCQs).. .

The CTET qualifying marks for females in Bihar are the same as those in other states. Moreover, the CTET passing marks are same for both male and female candidates. Have a look at the CTET qualifying marks for all genders and states below:

Category	Minimum Qualiying Marks  (Out of 150)	Minimum Qualiying Percentage (in %)
General in all states	90	60
SC/ST/OBC/PwD in all states	82	55

The CTET question paper of previous years are there on the official website of the CBSE CTET exam. Candidates can easily find their CTET December 2022 question papers. Moreover, candidates who are looking for the CTET previous years papers with the answer key PDF, they can visit this page of the Shiksha.com - https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/teaching/articles/last-5-years-question-papers-of-ctet-download-free-pdfs-blogId-149213

You can get the CTET old marksheet or duplicate CTET marksheet and certificate by visiting the official website of the exam. Follow the steps given below to get the previous years marksheets or certificates:

• Visit the official website - ctet.nic.in.
• Go to the 'Duplicate Marksheet & Certificate' link under e-Services.
• Click on the link given under '2011 to 2016' or '2018 & onwards'.
• Login using the registered mobile or Aadhaar number.
• Click on the Get Issued Documents link.
• Select CBSE >>> Teacher Eligibility Test Mark-sheet or Certificate.
• Enter the Roll Number and Year of passing.
• Click on get document link.