PSTET Exam Pattern 2025 is prescribed by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB). The PSTET 2025 exam will be conducted offline as a pen and paper-based test. The exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The PSTET Paper 1 is for Classes 1 to 5 teachers and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8 teachers. Candidates who wish to become Classes 1 to 8 teachers need to appear for both papers. Here in this article, we have provided the latest PSTET exam pattern as per the official notification. Candidates are advised to go through the pattern and structure given below to know about the questions provided in the exam, number of questions and the marking scheme.
The difficulty level of the PSTET exam depends on the preparation of the candidate. It is generally considered as moderately challenging.
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.
- PSTET Exam Pattern 2025 Highlights
- PSTET Exam Pattern 2025
- PSTET Syllabus 2025
PSTET Exam Pattern 2025 Highlights
Have a look at the highlights of the PSTET 2025 exam pattern below.
- The PSTET question paper comprises multiple-choice questions (MCQ); each question has four alternatives and candidates need to mark the correct answer on the OMR sheet
- Each question carries one mark and there is no negative marking in the PSTET 2025
- The question paper is bilingual, comprising questions in Punjabi and English
- The difficulty level of the questions asked in Paper 1 and 2 is going to be of secondary and senior secondary level, respectively
- According to NCTE guidelines, candidates need to score 60 per cent marks to qualify the exam. Have a look at the category-wise qualifying marks below
| Category |
PSTET qualifying marks |
PSTET qualifying percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| General |
90 |
60 |
| OBC/SC/ST |
82 |
55 |
- Qualifying candidates will receive the PSTET certificate post-document verification. The certificate is valid for a lifetime
Commonly asked questions
Clearing the PSTET (Punjab Teacher Eligibility Test) exam makes you eligible to become teachers in primary and upper primary schools in the state of Punjab. However, it does not guarantee teaching job.
The questions difficulty level in the PSTET exam differs every year. Generally, it is considered to be as a moderate, some being easy and some challenging.
PSTET Paper 1 has 5 sections, Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Punjabi), Language 2 (English), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Each section has 30 questions, and total 150 questions.
PSTET Exam Pattern 2025
Have a look at the PSTET exam pattern for Paper 1 and Paper 2 below:
PSTET Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2025
The PSTET Paper 1 comprises 150 questions from five sections. Have a look at the detailed exam pattern below.
| PSTET sections |
Number of MCQs |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy |
30 |
30 |
| Language I |
30 |
30 |
| Language II |
30 |
30 |
| Environmental Studies |
30 |
30 |
| Mathematics |
30 |
30 |
| Total |
150 |
150 |
Commonly asked questions
PSTET Paper 2 also has 5 sections, but the content of these sections is different from that of Paper 1. The sections in Paper 2 are
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language 1 (Punjabi)
- Language 2 (English)
- Mathematics and Science
- Social Studies/Social Science
Each section is of equal weightage, and candidates need to score minimum of 60% marks to qualify the exam. The exam is conducted fora duration of 2.5 hours, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
To qualify the PSTET, candidates are required to get the minimum qualifying marks set by the conducting authority.
For General Category Candidates
Minimum 60% marks to qualify.
For Reserved Category Candidates (SC/ST/OBC/PH)
There is a relaxation of 5% for reserved category candidates, so they need to score a minimum of 55% marks to qualify.
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.
PSTET Syllabus 2025
The PSTET Syllabus 2025 is prescribed by the PSEB. The PSTET syllabus carries Paper 1 and Paper 2. The PSTET Paper 1 syllabus includes topics from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies and the Paper 2 syllabus contains questions from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Sciences.
Commonly asked questions
The PSTET Exam syllabus includes subjects such as Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Punjabi) Language 2 (English), Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Mathematics and Science, and Social Studies/Social Science.
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, 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 teaching level. The syllabus of 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 upper primary school curriculum.
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