Exam

Yes, candidate need to attempt the Language 1 section of the CTET exam in Paper 1. It is mandatory. Language 1 and 2 are compulsory to attempt. 

Yes, if their parents declared Karnataka as their hometown when joining the service.

As per the CTET 2026 analysis and as per the experts, the most difficult section of the CTET exam is generally Paper 2 Maths and Science or Social Science section. Because of its vast syllabus and the difficulty level was Moderate. Also, some of the questions asked in the application-based Child Development and Pedagogy was also seen a bit difficult.

Candidates can apply for PGCET exam by following the process below

• Vist the official KEA website
• Click 'New User' to register
• Generate login credentials
• Log in to fill details
• Upload the required scanned documents
• Pay the fee

The single best piece of PTE advice from real exam experience is to prioritise high-weightage, AI-scored question types such as Read Aloud, Repeat Sentence and Write from Dictation over the low-importance ones. Practising on tasks that contribute over 60% of the total score by using proven templates, maintaining fluent & uninterrupted speaking and using AI mock tests for practice is the fastest way to get a high score in the PTE exam .

Karnataka PGCET registration fee can change in each exam session. As per the latest trends, KEA charges INR 700 to apply for one course via Karnataka PGCET exam.

The best ways to prepare for the PTE exam are -

• to master question-wise templates
• to focus on high-weightage tasks (Read Aloud, Repeat Sentence, Write from Dictation, Reading & Writing Blanks)
• to take regular timed mock tests
• Do daily practice for 1–2 hours combined with using official Pearson material and AI-scoring websites
• managing time effectively

Yes, it is mandatory to apply for the CTET exam before the application deadline ends. Candidates who want to sit in the CTET exam need to fill the application form online as per the deadline mentioned. After that, candidate will not be able to fill the form and also will not be able to sit in the exam.

The CTET syllabus consists of the detailed topics that needs to be covered in both Papers namely Paper 1 and 2. The Central Eligibility Test is conducted twice every year. The exam is divided into 2 papers. Paper 1 is for the candidates who are aiming to teach Classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 for classes 6 to 8.

The CTET exam consists of two papers namely Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET exam is conducted on an offline mode. Both the papers consists of 150 questions asked in the form of MCQs. For each correct answer, one mark is awarded and for every wrong answer no mark is deducted. As there is no negative marking in the examination.