Teaching eligibility | as of 2026-05-31
CTET eligibility, pattern, syllabus, and official sources
Teacher eligibility test for classes I to V and VI to VIII pathways.
Eligibility at a glance
| Education | Teacher-stage specific NCTE and CBSE eligibility. Paper I is for classes I to V and Paper II is for classes VI to VIII. |
|---|---|
| Relaxations | Relaxations apply as defined by NCTE and CBSE bulletin rules. |
Pattern and selection process
Stages
- Paper I
- Paper II
Mode: Objective MCQ test. Mode is bulletin-defined.. Marks: Bulletin-defined.. Duration: Bulletin-defined.
Selection flow
- Eligibility test
- Result and qualifying certificate as per CTET rules
Syllabus outline and cadence
Syllabus buckets
- Child development and pedagogy
- Languages
- Mathematics
- Environmental studies
- Social studies or science depending paper
Comparable exams and hiring routes
| Entity | Education | Age band | Interview | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTET | Teacher training route-specific | No age band verified | No | MCQ |
| UGC-NET | Postgraduate | Outcome-specific | No | CBT |
| BPSC CCE | Graduate | Post and category dependent | Yes | Mixed |
| UPPSC PCS | Graduate or post-specific | See advertisement | Yes | Mixed |
| Agniveer Army | 8th to 12th by category | 17.5-21 typical | No | CEE plus rally |
| Agniveer Navy | Class 10 or 12 by entry | DOB-window based | No | INET plus physical |
Sources by field
Each row links a field on this page to the official source it is drawn from. Confirm the current cycle's exact figures on the linked source before you apply.
| Field | Official source | Last checked |
|---|---|---|
| Education | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
| Relaxations | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
| Exam pattern | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
| Syllabus outline | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
| Selection process | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
| Cadence | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
| FAQ 1 | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
| FAQ 2 | CTET information bulletin page | 2026-05-31 |
FAQs
Is CTET a recruitment exam?
CTET is an eligibility test. Recruitment is handled by the hiring body or school system that uses the certificate.
What is the difference between CTET Paper I and Paper II?
Paper I is for classes I to V and Paper II is for classes VI to VIII.