CTET Exam Analysis 2023 Paper 2 (August 20): Difficulty Level & Question Paper PDF

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CTET exam analysis 2023 of Paper 2 held on August 20, 2023 has been provided here based on the feedback shared by candidates. The CTET 2023 question paper analysis is provided here for CDP, English, Hindi, Maths and Science and Social Science sections.The CTET question paper 2023 PDF is also provided here for the Paper 2.

CTET exam analysis 2023 of Paper 2 held on August 20, 2023, has been provided here based on the feedback shared by candidates. The CTET 2023 question paper analysis is provided here for CDP, English, Hindi, Maths and Science and Social Science sections.

CTET Exam Analysis 2023 Paper 2

CTET Exam Analysis 2023 Paper 2

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the 17th edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) on August 20, 2023. The CTET 2023 Paper 2 was held from 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm. Candidates who appeared for the exam shared that the difficulty level of the CTET question paper 2023 for Paper 2 was moderate. The real-time CTET exam analysis 2023 of Paper 2 has been provided here based on the feedback shared by candidates. Download the CTET 2023 answer key and question paper for Paper 2 below.

Also Read: CTET Result 2023 Live Updates

The CTET 2023 Paper 2 comprises a total of 150 MCQs of one mark each. A total of 30 MCQs are asked from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I and Language II and 60 MCQs from Mathematics and Science/ Social Science.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the difficulty level of CTET exam?
A: 

The CTET exam is generally easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level. The difficulty level depends on the nature of the questions asked in the exam. 

Q:   How can I prepare to pass CTET in science stream?
A: 
CTET exam pattern is such that aspirants need to attempt 150 multiple choice questions in two and a half hours duration. Informing about CTET Paper-I pattern, the official website informs: The test items on Child Development and Pedagogy will focus on educational psychology of teaching and learning relevant to the age group of 6-11 years. They will focus on understanding the characteristics and needs of diverse learners, interaction with learners and the attributes and qualities of a good facilitator of learning. CTET Paper-II pattern is such that, the test items on Child Development and Pedagogy will focus on educational psychology of teaching and learning, relevant to the age group of 11-14 years. They will focus on understanding the characteristics, needs and psychology of diverse learners, interaction with learners and the attributes and qualities of a good facilitator of learning. You can follow this link for subject wise information about CTET https://www.google.co.in/amp/s/www.shiksha.com/teaching-education/exams/amp/ctet/pattern.
Q:   How can I prepare for the CTET exam in 10 days?
A: 

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.

Q:   Is CTET a tough exam?
A: 

The CTET exam is easy to crack. The difficulty level of the question paper is generally easy to moderate. Candidates should be well prepared in order for the exam.

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Table of contents
  • CTET Exam Pattern 2023 for Paper 2
  • CTET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 2): Difficulty Level & Questions Asked
  • CTET Paper 2 Exam Analysis 2023 Video
  • CTET Answer Key 2023 Paper 2: Download PDF
  • CTET Question Paper 2023 Paper 2 Set F: Download PDF
  • CTET Question Paper 2023 (Paper 2) Analysis: Section-Wise Topics
  • CTET Qualifying Marks 2023
  • CTET Answer Key 2023 for Paper 2
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CTET Exam Pattern 2023 for Paper 2

Have a look at the CTET exam pattern 2023 for Paper 2 below:

CTET Subjects

Number of Questions

Total Marks

Child Development and Pedagogy

30

30

Language-I

30

30

Language-II

30

30

Mathematics and Science (for Mathematics and Science teacher)

OR

Social Studies/ Social Science (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher)

OR

Any one of the above for teacher of any other subject

60

60

Total

150

150

  • One mark is awarded for every correct answer in the exam.
  • There is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the exam.
  • Questions in Paper 2 are based on topics prescribed in the NCERT syllabus for Classes 6 to 8.
  • The difficulty level of questions can be up to the higher secondary level.

Also Read: CTET Exam Analysis 2023 for Paper 1 (20 August): Question Paper Review, Difficulty Level

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CTET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 2): Difficulty Level & Questions Asked

Have a look at the CTET exam analysis 2023 for Paper 2 below along with the questions asked and their difficulty level:

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy to Moderate

30

Language II (Hindi)

Easy

30

Mathematics & Science/ Social Science

Moderate to Difficult

30

Total

Moderate

150

CTET Paper 2 Exam Analysis 2023 Video

Watch the video on CTET exam analysis 2023 for Paper 2 below:

CTET Answer Key 2023 Paper 2: Download PDF

Download the CTET answer key 2023 PDF of Paper 2 below:

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CTET Question Paper 2023 Paper 2 Set F: Download PDF

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CTET Question Paper 2023 (Paper 2) Analysis: Section-Wise Topics

Have a look at the section-wise questions asked in the CTET question paper 2023 PDF for Paper 2 below:

CTET Question Paper 2023 Analysis for Child Development & Pedagogy

Have a look at the CTET paper analysis for the Child Development & Pedagogy section of Paper 2 below:

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many students have cleared CTET 2024?
A: 

Have a look at the CTET qualified and non-qualified numbers for the December 2024 session:

Papers

Registered 

Appeared 

Qualified 

Paper 1

6,86,197

5,72,489

1,38,389

Paper 2

13,62,884 

11,36,087

1,39,888

Have a look at the CTET qualified and non-qualified numbers below for the January 2024 session:

CTET 2024

Registered

Appeared

Qualified

Paper 1

9,58,193

7,95,231

1,26,845

Paper 2

17,35,333

14,81,242

1,12,033

Total

26,93,526

22,76,473

2,38,878

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A: 

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Q:   What are the highest marks in the CTET exam?
A: 

There are no fixed the highest marks in the CTET exam. The exam is of total 150 marks. Those who obtain over 120 marks are good scorers.

Topics

No. of Questions

Piaget

2

Stephen Krashen

2-3

Vygotsky Theory

2

Skinner Theory

1

Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory

1

Growth and Development

1-2

Gender Bias

1-2

NEP 2020

2

Programmed Learning

1

RTE 2009

1-2

NCF 2005

2

LAD by Chomsky

1-2

Kohlberg Stage for Punishment, Social Interaction

1-2

Inclusive Education

1-2

CTET Question Paper 2023 Analysis for English & Hindi

Have a look at the CTET exam analysis for the Language section (Hindi and English) of Paper 2 below:

Topics

No. of Questions

Reading Comprehension

9-10

Poem

7-8

English/ Hindi Pedagogy

15

CTET Question Paper 2023 Analysis for Mathematics & Science

Have a look at the CTET paper analysis for the Mathematics and Science section of Paper 2 below:

Topics

No. of Questions

Mathematics

Mensuration

2-3

Algebra

1-2

CI & SI

1-2

Trigonometry

2

Mean, Median, & Mode

2-3

Maths Pedagogy

10

Simplification

3

Geometry

1-2

Science

Nutrition

1

Solar system

2-3

Electricity

1

Friction

1-2

Acid, Base

1-2

Eye

1

Human Physiology

1-2

Science Pedagogy

10

CTET Question Paper 2023 Analysis for Social Science

Have a look at the CTET paper analysis for the Social Science section of Paper 2 below:

Topics

No. of Questions

History

5-6

Polity

4-5

Geography

8-9

Pedagogy - CTET PYQ, NCF 2005, Gender Equality

20-25

CTET Qualifying Marks 2023

The CTET qualifying marks 2023 or passing marks are as follows:

Category

Minimum Qualifying Marks (Out of 150)

Minimum qualifying Percentage (in %)

General

90

60

SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD

82

55

CTET Answer Key 2023 for Paper 2

The CTET answer key 2023 for Paper 2 will be released by the CBSE within 15 to 20 days of the conduct of the exam. However, the unofficial CTET answer key 2023 PDF will be released within a few hours after the exam by several coaching centres. We will provide here the unofficial answer key for CTET Paper 2 2023.

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