PSTET

The minimum qualifying marks for the PSTET exam are as follows: - For General and OBC candidates: 60% marks (90 marks out of 150) - For 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. It is important to note that the qualifying marks are the minimum marks required to pass the exam and do not guarantee selection for a teaching job. Candidates who qualify the PSTET 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.

The PSTET passing marks for the General category are 60% (90 marks out of 150). Candidates who belong to the General category and score 60% or more marks in the PSTET exam are considered to have passed the exam. However, it is important to note that achieving the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee selection for a teaching job. Candidates who pass the PSTET 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. It is also important to note that the PSTET passing marks may vary from year to year based on factors such as the number of candidates appearing for the exam, the difficulty level of the exam, and the number of vacancies available for teachers in primary and upper primary schools in Punjab.

The PSTET (Punjab Teacher Eligibility Test) exam is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of teachers in primary and upper primary schools in the state of Punjab. However, it is important to note that qualifying the PSTET exam does not guarantee a job as a teacher. The selection process for the PSTET exam involves the following steps:

1. Qualifying the PSTET exam: Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks in the PSTET exam to be considered eligible for the post of teacher.
2. Applying for teaching vacancies: Once a candidate has qualified the PSTET exam, they can apply for teaching vacancies in government and private schools in Punjab. Candidates can apply for vacancies based on their qualifications, experience, and other eligibility criteria specified by the school authorities.
3. Selection process by the school authorities: The selection process for teaching vacancies may vary from school to school. Generally, the school authorities conduct a written test, followed by an interview to shortlist candidates for the post of teacher.
4. Document verification and joining formalities: Once a candidate has been selected for the post of teacher, they are required to complete the document verification process and complete the joining formalities.

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. The distribution of questions and marks in each paper is as follows :-

• Paper 1: The 150 MCQs are divided into five sections, with 30 questions in each section. The sections are Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Punjabi), Language 2 (English), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. 
• Paper 2: The 150 MCQs are divided into five sections, with 30 questions in each section. The sections are Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Punjabi), Language 2 (English), Mathematics and Science, and Social Studies/Social Science.

It is important to note that each question carries equal weightage, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. Candidates must score a minimum of 60% marks to qualify the PSTET exam.

The duration of the PSTET (Punjab Teacher Eligibility Test) Exam is 2.5 hours (150 minutes) for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. The exam is conducted in two shifts, with Paper 1 conducted in the morning shift and Paper 2 conducted in the afternoon shift. Each paper of the PSTET Exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), with each question carrying one mark. The questions are designed to test the candidates' knowledge, understanding, and pedagogical skills related to the relevant subjects. Candidates are advised to manage their time well during the exam and allocate sufficient time for each section of the paper. They should also read the instructions carefully before attempting the questions and avoid making any mistakes while filling in the answer sheet.

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 total marks of the PSTET (Punjab Teacher Eligibility Test) exam vary depending on the paper. The PSTET exam consists of two papers - Paper I and Paper II. Paper I is for candidates who wish to teach classes I to V, while Paper II is for candidates who wish to teach classes VI to VIII. For Paper I, the total marks of the PSTET exam are 150. The exam consists of five sections, each carrying 30 marks. The sections are Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. For Paper II, the total marks of the PSTET exam are also 150. The exam consists of four sections - Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, and either Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Science. In both papers, each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.