CTET Syllabus 2025: Latest Paper 1 & 2 Exam Pattern, Subjects & PDF Download

 

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025, conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), is a national-level examination for individuals aspiring to teach in Classes I to VIII. The exam comprises two papers: 

Paper I: For candidates intending to teach Classes I to V.

Paper II: For candidates intending to teach Classes VI to VIII. 

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📘 CTET 2025 Syllabus Overview

📄 Paper I (Primary Stage: Classes I–V)

Sections and Topics:

1. Child Development and Pedagogy (30 Questions)

• Development of a primary school child

• Concepts of inclusive education and understanding children with special needs

• Learning and pedagogy 

2. Language I (30 Questions)

• Reading comprehension

• Pedagogy of language development 

3. Language II (30 Questions)

• Reading comprehension

• Pedagogy of language development 

4. Mathematics (30 Questions)

• Content: numbers, geometry, patterns, measurement, data handling

• Pedagogical issues 

5. Environmental Studies (30 Questions)

• Content: family and friends, food, shelter, water, travel, things we make and do

• Pedagogical issues 

Exam Pattern:

Total Questions: 150

Total Marks: 150

Duration: 2.5 hours

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer; no negative marking 

📄 Paper II (Elementary Stage: Classes VI–VIII)

Sections and Topics:

1. Child Development and Pedagogy (30 Questions)

• Development of an elementary school child

• Concepts of inclusive education and understanding children with special needs

• Learning and pedagogy 

2. Language I (30 Questions)

• Reading comprehension

• Pedagogy of language development 

3. Language II (30 Questions)

• Reading comprehension

• Pedagogy of language development 

4. Mathematics and Science (60 Questions)

• Mathematics:

• Content: number system, algebra, geometry, mensuration, data handling

• Pedagogical issues

• Science:

• Content: food, materials, the world of the living, moving things, natural phenomena, natural resources

• Pedagogical issues

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• Social Studies/Social Science (60 Questions)

• Content: history, geography, social and political life

• Pedagogical issues 

Exam Pattern:

Total Questions: 150

Total Marks: 150

Duration: 2.5 hours

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer; no negative marking 

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📥 Download CTET 2025 Syllabus PDFs

For detailed subject-wise topics and preparation strategies, you can download the official CTET 2025 syllabus PDFs:

CTET Paper I Syllabus PDF

CTET Paper II Syllabus PDF

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📌 Additional Information

Languages Offered: CTET is conducted in English, Hindi, and 18 other languages.

Exam Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper-based).

Eligibility: Candidates must meet the minimum educational qualifications specified by CBSE for teaching positions. 

For comprehensive details, including eligibility criteria and application procedures, please refer to the official CTET website.

If you need further assistance or have specific questions about the CTET 2025 syllabus, feel free to ask!