KARTET Syllabus 2023: Download Paper 1 & 2 Syllabus PDF

Q: Does KARTET syllabus change every year?

The syllabus for the KARTET (Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test) Exam is revised and updated periodically by the Department of School Education (DSE), but it does not change drastically every year. The syllabus is based on the topics covered in the primary and upper primary school curriculum, and it is designed to test the candidates' knowledge, understanding, and pedagogical skills related to the relevant subjects. However, there may be some minor changes or additions to the syllabus from time to time, depending on the latest developments in the field of education and the requirements of the Karnataka Government. To prepare well for the KARTET Exam, candidates should go through the syllabus thoroughly and practice previous years' question papers and mock tests. This will help them get familiar with the pattern of the exam and the type of questions that are asked, which will increase their chances of scoring well in the exam.

Q: Is the KARTET syllabus same for Paper 1 and Paper 2?

No, the syllabus for Paper 1 and Paper 2 is not the same in the KARTET (Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test) Exam. The content of the two papers is different, and candidates need to appear for the paper that is relevant to their desired teaching level. The syllabus for Paper 1 of the KARTET Exam is designed to test the candidates knowledge, understanding, and pedagogical skills related to the subjects taught in the primary school curriculum. It includes topics such as Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1, Language 2, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. On the other hand, the syllabus for Paper 2 of the KARTET Exam is designed to test the candidates knowledge, understanding, and pedagogical skills related to the subjects taught in the upper primary school curriculum. It includes topics such as Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1, Language 2, Mathematics and Science, and Social Studies/Social Science.

Q: Who prescribes the KARTET syllabus?

The syllabus for the KARTET (Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test) Exam is prescribed by the Department of School Education (DSE). The DSE is responsible for conducting the KARTET Exam and determining the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and syllabus for the same. The syllabus for the KARTET Exam is based on the topics covered in the primary and upper primary school curriculum. It includes subjects such as Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1, Language 2, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Mathematics and Science, and Social Studies/Social Science. Candidates are advised to go through the KARTET syllabus thoroughly and prepare well for the exam to increase their chances of scoring well and qualifying for the teaching job in Karnataka Government schools.

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Updated on Sep 23, 2025 15:40 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

KARTET Syllabus 2025 is prescribed by the Department of Public Instruction, Karnataka. The KARTET syllabus differs for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The first and foremost step toward the KARTET exam preparation is to be fully aware of the latest syllabus and exam pattern. Candidates appearing for the KARTET exam must ensure that they are familiar with the topics prescribed under all the sections or subjects of the syllabus. KARTET Paper 1 has five sections, while Paper 2 has four sections. Get the details of the KARTET syllabus for both papers below.

Go through the syllabus for Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) Paper 1 and Paper 2 and start your preparations accordingly.

Q: Does KARTET syllabus change every year?

Q: Is the KARTET syllabus same for Paper 1 and Paper 2?

Q: Who prescribes the KARTET syllabus?

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KARTET Syllabus 2025: Overview
KARTET Syllabus 2025
KARTET Syllabus 2025: Download PDF
KARTET Qualifying Marks

KARTET Syllabus 2025: Overview

Have a look at the overview of the KARTET syllabus below.

Mode of exam	Offline
Number of papers	Paper 1 and Paper 2
Number of sections	Five in Paper 1; Four in Paper 2
Exam subjects	Paper 1: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies Paper 2: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Science or Social Studies
Nature of questions	Objective-type
Duration of test	Two hours thirty minutes

KARTET Syllabus 2025

The KARTET syllabus is different for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Have a look at the detailed section-wise syllabus of both papers below.

KARTET Paper 1 Syllabus 2025

Check below the section-wise KARTET syllabus for Paper 1:

KARTET Subjects for Paper 1	KARTET Paper 1 topics
Child Development and Pedagogy	Child development, Socialization processes, Concepts of child-centred and progressive education Gender as a social construct Distinction between Assessment for learning and assessment of learning Concept of Inclusive education and understanding children with special needs Learning and Pedagogy Basic processes of teaching and learning Alternative conceptions of learning in children
Language I	Language Comprehension Reading unseen passages Pedagogy of Language Development
Language II	Language Comprehension Reading unseen passages Pedagogy of Language Development
Mathematics	Numbers and fractions Mathematical operations on numbers and algebraic expressions Measurements- Weight, time and volume, Data handling & Measures of central tendency Ratio and proportion Lines & angles Basic algebra – Linear equations & Identities Geometrical figures & the knowledge of space 3-D Geometrical figures
Environmental Science	Living World Sources of Energy Human Health and Hygiene Natural Phenomena and Our Environment How do things works: Electricity, Pedagogy of Environmental Science

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KARTET Paper 2 Syllabus 2025

Check below the section-wise KARTET syllabus for Paper 2:

KARTET Subjects for Paper 2	KARTET Paper 2 topics
Child Development and Pedagogy	Child development, Socialization processes, Concepts of child-centered and progressive education Gender as a social construct Distinction between Assessment for learning and assessment of learning Concept of Inclusive education and understanding children with special needs Learning and Pedagogy Basic processes of teaching and learning Alternative conceptions of learning in children
Language I	Language Comprehension Reading unseen passages Pedagogy of Language Development
Language II	Language Comprehension Reading unseen passages Pedagogy of Language Development
Mathematics	Arithmetic Progression Number system Statistics & Probability Trigonometry, Co-ordinate geometry Identifies, Pair of linear equations in two variables Quadratic equations, Polynomials, Mensuration, Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Circles, Area related to circles
Science	Physics – Motion, Gravitation, Light, Lens, Mirror, Electricity and Electric Circuits, Resistors, Magnetism, Natural phenomenon Chemistry – Materials & Materials in our daily life, Acids, Bases and Salts, Atoms and Molecules, Polymers, Natural resources Biology – Food, Food and its sources, Food and its constituents, Living World, Animal kingdom, Cell
Social Studies/Social Sciences	History Geography Social and Political studies Pedagogical issues.

KARTET Syllabus 2025: Download PDF

The detailed section-wise KARTET Syllabus PDF is shared below which candidates can download and take a printout for preparation purposes. The syllabus can be downloaded as a PDF file containing the paper-wise and section-wise topics that candidates need to study well.

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