Teaching & Education Entrance Exam

To clear the CTET exam, candidates in General Category required to score at least 60% that is 90 out of 150 marks and candidates belonging to the SC, ST, OBC, or PwD categories required to score at least 55% marks that is 82 out of 150. It is to be noted that this criteria applies to both Paper 1 and 2.

Candidates can check CTET marks (overall and sectional) by using the process shared below-

• Visit ctet.nic.in.
• Click on the CTET result link.
• Enter roll number.
• Click on Submit.
• Check the CTET marks.

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. 

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.

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. 

The city slip consist of the CTET allotted city of the exam to the candidate. It does not contain the specific exam centre details or address of the exam centre. It only mentions the name of a city allotted to the candidate for the examination so that they can make their travel arrangements in advance.

Yes. the understanding of the CTET exam pattern is crucial for the preparation of an exam. It provides the structure of an exam, marking scheme and also the time management for both papers 1 and 2.

The CBSE released the CTET application form 2026 for the February session on November 27. The last date to apply was December 18. The last date to submit the fee was also December 18. The CTET exam for the 21st Edition was conducted on February 7 and 8.