How many papers does one need to give to qualify the PSTET exam?

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

What documents should I keep handy while filling the PSTET Application Form?

Candidates can check the list of documents required while filling out the PSTET application form ID proof such as Aadhaar Card Educational qualification certificates Date of Birth certificate Category Certificate (if applicable) Scanned copy of passport-size photograph and signature Bank details for fee payment

Am I eligible for PSTET if I have completed my BEd?

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.

Is Aadhaar card mandatory to apply for the PSTET exam?

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.

In which mode the PSTET exam is conducted?

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.

When will the PSTET 2025 notification be released?

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) will release the PSTET 2025 notification at pstet.pseb.ac.in. After its announcement application process will also start. It will be released in the form of PDF and provides information on important things related to the exam such as dates, registration, exam pattern, syllabus etc.

How many times is the PSTET exam conducted in a year?

The PSTET (Punjab Teacher Eligibility Test) is held once a year. The exam is conducted in May/June, and the notification is released a few months before the exam date.

How many papers does one need to give to qualify the PSTET exam?

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

Is it compulsory to attempt both papers in the PSTET exam?

No, it is not mandatory to appear for both PSTET Paper 1 and 2. Candidates have to choose to appear for one, depending on their desired teaching level. Paper 1 is for- teach classes I to V Paper 2 is for- teach classes VI to VIII

Is there any age criteria to apply for the PSTET exam?

To appear for the PSTET exam, candidates age must be 18 years (minimum) and no upper age limit. Education qualification matters as per the primary and upper primary level.

How to get a job after qualifying for PSTET?

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.

PSTET Exam Dates 2025: Check Shift Wise Exam Timings

Updated on May 15, 2025 12:59 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

PSEB will release the PSTET notification online. The Exam Date will be announced by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB). The notification PDF will contain the important dates related to the exam. It highlight the crucial events of the exam such as the release of the application form, release of admit card, declaration of result, etc. Candidates should know the latest dates of the exam so that they do not miss out on any event.

Q: What is the duration of PSTET Exam?

The duration of the PSTET Exam is 2.5 hours for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The exam is conducted in two shifts, morning and afternoon. Each paper has 150 MCQs with each question is for one mark.

Q: Is the PSTET exam conducted on a single day?

Yes, the PSTET exam is held on 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.

Q: How many questions are asked in PSTET exam?

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.

Q: When will the PSTET Application Form 2025 be released?

PSTET Application Form 2025 will be released by the Punjab School Education Board on the website, after the issue of the notification. Candidates can apply for PSTET 2025 exam at the website. The PSTET registration 2025 will be held online. The PSTET online application process requires online registration, application form submission, uploading of documents and application fee payment. Candidates who want to appear for the exam need to fill out the PSTET application form.

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PSTET Exam Date 2025
PSTET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
PSTET Exam Events 2025
PSTET Eligibility Criteria 2025

PSTET Exam Date 2025

Along with the notification, PSTET Exam 2025 dates will also be released. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards through the official website one week before the exam date. PSTET Exam Date 2025 will be announced by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB). The PSTET 2025 notification PDF will be released on the official website containing the important dates related to the exam.

PSTET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of PSTET 2023 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
Jun ' 25	PSTET 2025 Notification
19 Feb ' 25	PSTET 2024-25 Result
22 May ' 23	PSTET Paper 2 Result
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PSTET Exam Events 2025

Application process: The registration form releases in an online mode. They need to apply online for the exam at pstet.pseb.ac.in. The application fee is INR 900 for the general category and INR 600 for SC/ST/PH category.

Application correction window: Candidates are allowed to make corrections in the online application form. The details that candidates can modify are the candidate's personal details, exam centre choice and others.

Admit card: The hall ticket is made available online to download. Candidates need to carry hall ticket to the exam centre.

PSTET exam: It is held offline as a pen and paper-based test in two sessions for First and Second Paper. They need to appear for the exam to gain eligibility as Classes 1 to 8 teachers.

Answer key: It is released by the authority after the exam process is over. Candidates will be able to send grievances also.

Result: It is declared on the basis of the final answer key.

PSTET Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates should check the eligibility criteria before submitting the application form. The candidature of the candidates will be cancelled if they fail to meet the eligibility criteria. Have a look at the eligibility conditions in terms of age limit and educational qualification below:

Age Limit:

There is no upper age limit to apply for the exam.

Educational Qualification:

Paper 1: Candidates must be Class 12 passed with at least 50 per cent marks along with a Diploma in Elementary Education (DElEd)/ Diploma in Education (Special Education)/ Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEIEd)

Paper 2: BA/ BSc pass with DElEd/ BEd/ BEIEd/ BA/BSc-Ed

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