PSTET 2025: Notification, Application Form, Pattern, Syllabus & Eligibility Criteria

Candidates planning to teach Classes 1 to 5 need to qualify PSTET Paper 1. Candidates planning to teach Classes 6 to 8 need to qualify for PSTET Paper 2. Candidates planning to teach Classes 1 to 8 need to qualify both papers. The candidates have to apply for the papers according to their eligibility set by the board. The educational qualification criteria has been given below for the candidates:

• Paper 1 
  • Class 12 with minimum 50 per cent marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education
  • Class 12 with minimum 50 per cent marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4 years Bachelor of Elementary Education (BElEd)
• Paper 2
  • Graduation with a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education. Graduation with minimum 50 per cent marks and passed or appearing in one-year BEd

The PSTET 2025 application form will be released on the official website at pstet.pseb.ac.in after the issue of official notification. The PSTET registration 2025 will be conducted in an online mode only. The PSTET online application process involves online registration, application form submission, uploading of documents and application fee payment. 

The PSTET exam marks vary depending upon the paper. It consists of two papers namely Paper 1 and 2. First paper is for those candidates who wish to teach from classes I to V and second paper for those who are interested in teaching from classes 6 to 8th. The total marks for both papers separately is 150.

PSTET (PunjabTeacher Eligibility Test) exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Each paper has 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with four options and a single correct answer. The total marks for both papers are 150, with each question carrying one mark. 

After qualifying the PSTET exam, the candidates are awarded with the eligibility Certificate. PSTET does not guarantee any job after the candidate qualifies the exam. Though, the candidates will become eligible for the recruitment exam after qualifying for the PSTET exam. The recruitment exam for recruiting teachers in the schools of Punjab. The candidates can apply for the different vacancies according to their eligibility. The Punjab government releases the vacancies for the teachers according to the needs of the state.

The duration of the PSTET Exam is 2.5 hours that is 150 minutes for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. The exam is conducted in two shifts, with first paper conducted in the morning shift and second paper conducted in the afternoon shift. Each paper consists of 150 MCQs with each question carrying one mark.

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB), on behalf of the Punjab Government releases the PSTET Notification every year to determine the eligibility of the candidates who apply for teaching posts in government and private schools across the state of Punjab. PSTET Notification was published on the official website. The PSTET Notification was released in Hindi language containing important exam details such as the exam date, the application process, eligibility criteria, answer key, result, qualifying marks, and other important details. PSTET Notification 2024 in Hindi was released in PDF format. 

Punjab Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) levels are as follows: I. Primary Level (Class I-V) II. Upper Primary Level (Class IV-VIII) Educational Qualification: 1. Minimum educational qualifications for becoming Teacher for Classes I-V (Primary Level): Degree with Minimum 50% from a UGC recognised university/ SC/ ST/ OBC/ PH/ freedom fighters will be given for 5% in Degree & 02 years Diploma (DEd) from NCTE/ Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) or Degree with 02 years BTC, CT (Nursery)/ Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) (02 years) from Established by Law and UGC recognised university. or Degree with qualify in Special BTC Training from a UGC recognised university or 4 years Bachelor of Elementary Education (BElEd) 2. Minimum educational qualification for becoming Teacher for Classes VI-VIII (Elementary Level): Degree with BTC from a UGC recognised university & National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) or Degree with 50% from a UGC recognised institution/ Degree (BEd)/ BEd Special Education from Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) or Intermediate with 50% & 4 years BA/ BSCEd/ BAEd from recognised by NCTE / UGC or Intermediate with minimum 50% & 4 years Bachelor’s degree in elementary education (BElEd). or Degree with minimum 45% from established by Law and UGC recognised institution (SC/ ST/ OBC/ PH/ freedom fighter candidates will be given for 5%) & BEd.

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) releases the PSTET Notification containing the important details regarding the exam such as exam date, application process, exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility criteria, result declaration criteria, etc. PSTET Notification will be released by the Punjab Government in PDF format on the official website. Candidates who want to be the primary teacher of classes 1 to 8 must go through the required to go through official PSTET notification PDF carefully to be well-informed about the entire exam process and important dates related to the exam events.

Candidates planning to teach Classes 1 to 5 need to qualify PSTET Paper 1. Candidates planning to teach Classes 6 to 8 need to qualify for PSTET Paper 2. Candidates planning to teach Classes 1 to 8 need to qualify both papers. The candidates have to apply for the papers according to their eligibility set by the board. The educational qualification criteria has been given below for the candidates:

• Paper 1 
  • Class 12 with minimum 50 per cent marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education
  • Class 12 with minimum 50 per cent marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4 years Bachelor of Elementary Education (BElEd)
• Paper 2
  • Graduation with a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education. Graduation with minimum 50 per cent marks and passed or appearing in one-year BEd

No, you can apply and appear for the PSTET exam for any number of times till you attain the desired scores. The PSTET Certificate is valid for a lifetime according to the norms of NCTE. Though, the candidates can take the PSTET exam to upgrade their marks. The guidelines have been given below for the candidates to take the PSTET exam:

• The candidates must fulfill the educational qualification criteria to take the exam
• The age of the candidates cannot be less than 18 years
• There is no upper age limit to take the PSTET exam
• The candidates can take the PSTET exam as many times as they want as there is no restrictions in taking the exam again

No, the PSTET application form can be filled in online mode only on the official website of the board. The board follows a structure of completing exam process in which the online application is part of the structure. The candidates have to fill out the PSTET form online according to the norms of the board. The candidates have to pay the application fees online. No, either option is given to the candidates to make the payment for the PSTET exam.

Candidates can check the list of documents required while filling out the PSTET application form:

• Aadhaar Card or any other government-issued photo ID proof
• Educational qualification certificates 
• Date of Birth certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Scanned copy of passport-size photograph and signature 
• Bank details for fee payment

It's important to keep these documents handy before starting the PSTET application process to avoid any last-minute confusion or errors. Make sure that you have all the required documents in the correct format and size before starting the application process.

The candidates should take valid photo identity proof with them to the exam centre. The list of the photo identity proof has been given below for the candidates:

• Adhaar Card
• Voter Id
• Pan Card
• Driving Licence, etc.

The PSTET exam is conducted in offline mode as a pen-and-paper based test. Candidates need to mark their answers on the OMR sheet. The candidates need to fill the sheet carefully as no extra OMR sheet will not be given in the exam. However, the PSTET application process is complete online process. The candidates have to fill out he application form online on the official website. Other than this the application fee have to paid online.

In the PSTET exam, papers 1 and 2 contain 150 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) each. Paper 1 comprises 5 sections i.e. Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Paper 2 comprises 4 sections with a choice in the fourth one i.e. Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, and Mathematics and Science or Social Studies. PSTET Marking Scheme: 1 mark is allotted for every correct answer and there is no negative marking in the PSTET exam. 

The minimum qualifying marks for the PSTET exam are as follows: -

For General and OBC candidates: 60% marks (90 marks out of 150) 
SC/ST candidates: 55% marks (82 marks out of 150
Candidates who score equal to or more than the minimum qualifying marks are considered to have qualified the PSTET exam. 

The PSTET passing marks for the General category are 60% that is 90 marks out of 150. It is important to note that achieving the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee selection for a teaching job. Candidates who pass the exam are eligible to apply for teaching jobs in primary and upper primary schools in the state of Punjab, subject to fulfilling other eligibility criteria mentioned in the recruitment notification.

According to the feedback of the students, the overall difficulty level of the PSTET exam is moderate but is subjective in nature. It varies as per the students and their preparation level. Understanding of the topics, language skills, practice, etc. plays a crucial role. 

Yes, the PSTET exam is conducted on a single day but in two different shifts. The shift details are proved below:

• Shift 1: 10:00 am-12:30 pm for Paper 1
• Shift 2: 2:30-5:00 pm for Paper 2

However, the shift timing can be changed by the board. Though, the candidates will be informed by the board before if any changes are made for the examination.

The number of subjects in the PSTET (Punjab Teacher Eligibility Test) Exam varies depending on the paper that the candidate chooses to appear for. PSTET Paper 1 consists of 5 subjects, namely: 1. Child Development and Pedagogy 2. Language-1 (Punjabi) 3. Language-2 (English) 4. Mathematics 5. Environmental Studies PSTET Paper 2 consists of 5 subjects, namely: 1. Child Development and Pedagogy 2. Language-1 (Punjabi) 3. Language-2 (English) 4. Mathematics and Science 5. Social Studies/Social Science.

PSTET Paper 1 consists of 5 sections, namely Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Punjabi), Language 2 (English), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Each section contains 30 questions, with a total of 150 questions and a maximum score of 150 marks. Paper 1 includes:

• • Child Development and Pedagogy
  • Language 1 (Punjabi)
  • Language 2 (English)
  • Mathematics
  • Environmental Studies

The difficulty level of the questions asked in the PSTET exam varies year by year. Generally, it is considered to be as a moderate, some being easy and some challenging. Important for a candidate is to understand the concept and the topics covered in the syllabus. Candidates are also advised to practice the previous year question papers.

PSTET (PunjabTeacher Eligibility Test) exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Each paper has 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with four options and a single correct answer. The total marks for both papers are 150, with each question carrying one mark. 

Generally the syllabus of the PSTET exam does not change frequently that is the main subject remain consistent. The syllabus is based on the topics covered in the primary and upper primary school curriculum. Minor changes can be observed at time including exam pattern, type of question, difficulty level, etc. but the overall syllabus remains the same. 

No, it is not mandatory to appear for both PSTET  Paper 1 and 2. Candidates can choose to appear for either of the Paper, depending on their desired teaching level. The exam is conducted in two papers: First Paper and Second Paper.

Paper 1 is for candidates who wish to teach classes I to V

 Paper 2 is for candidates who wish to teach classes VI to VIII.

However, candidates who wish to teach classes I to VIII have to appear for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates can choose to appear for either Paper 1 or Paper 2 depending on their teaching preferences. 

No the Paper 1 and 2 syllabus is not same in the PSTET exam. Candidates need to appear for the paper that is relevant to their desired teaching level. The syllabus for first paper is designed to test the candidates knowledge, understanding, and pedagogical skills related to the subjects taught in the primary school curriculum and second paper based on the upper primary school curriculum. 

No, you cannot show the digital copy of the PSTET admit card at the exam center. You must carry a printed copy of the hall ticket as it is considered a mandatory document for entry to the exam hall. The call letter contains important information such as your name, registration number, roll number, exam date and time, exam center address, and important instructions related to the exam.

No, candidates are not allowed to carry any bags or electronic items inside the examination centre. There are strict rules and regulations regarding the items to carry. Usually, candidates can carry admit card, a valid photo ID proof, transparent water bottle. Any other items including mobile phones, watches, calculators, etc. are not allowed.

The reporting time for the PSTET exam center is usually mentioned on the admit card. You should check your hall ticket carefully to find out the exact reporting time for your examination center. As a general rule, you should aim to reach the center at least 30 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on your call letter.

The PSTET Answer Key will be released a few days after the exam is conducted. The steps to check the answer key are mentioned below:

• Visit at pseb.ac.in
• Look for the PSTET Answer Key link on the homepage and click on it
• Enter the required details, such as your roll number and date of birth, in the appropriate fields
• Click on the Submit button
• The Answer Key will be displayed on the screen
• Check it carefully and download it for future reference

Yes, you can raise objections against the PSTET answer key as per the format provided by the exam authority. CScroll down for the steps:

• Visit at pseb.ac.in
• Click on the PSTET tab and then answer key objection link
• Enter registration number, password and captcha image
• Click on Login
• Click on the link available for challenging the answer key
• Read the instructions carefully
• Select the question paper set and language for which the exam was given
• Click on the given checkbox
• Click on the 'Click Here to File Objections' button
• Select the right answer for the question for which an objection needs to be raised
• Enter remarks, if required
• Click on the Final Submit button
• Check the details displayed on the screen and click Submit
• Pay the answer key challenge fee through SBI MOPS

The PSTET answer key is an important document for candidates who have appeared for the exam. Some of the reasons are mentioned below:

• Helps candidates estimate their scores
• Identifies errors or discrepancies
• Provides transparency
• Helps in exam preparation
• Forms the basis for the result, etc.

No, you cannot check the PSTET Result offline. The exam authority does not publish the PSTET result in offline mode. The candidates have to check the PSTET result in online mode. The candidates have to visit the official website regularly after the PSTET exam is concluded to know the latest information of the PSTET result. After the release of the PSTET results, the certificates will be released for the PSTET.

Yes, the PSTET cut off is the same for Paper 1 and Paper 2 as each paper carried the same marks, that is, 150 marks. The Cut-Off will be released by the Board of School Education, Punjab. Generally, it is released along with the Result. The cutoff marks are determined by the conducting authority based on factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, the number of applicants, and the overall performance of candidates.

PSTET Result 2025 will be released by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) on the official website Candidates will be able to check & download their PSTET Result 2025 by logging into the official website. PSTET Result 2025 will be released by the board on the official website and candidates will be able to access them by logging in through the required credentials. The PSTET result will be available as a scorecard containing the marks obtained by candidates in the exam.