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CTET & State TET Guide 2026: Paper-1/Paper-2 Pattern (150 Marks), Qualifying & Admit Cards
Rojgarpulse Team·7 Nov 2026
Teacher Eligibility Tests (CTET and State TETs like JTET/UPTET/HTET) certify eligibility for Classes 1–5 (Paper-1) and Classes 6–8 (Paper-2) teaching posts. Both papers carry 150 MCQs / 150 marks in 2 hours 30 minutes with no negative marking, and the qualifying bar is typically 60% (90 marks), relaxed for reserved categories per rules.
Paper Structure
| Paper | Sections |
|---|---|
| Paper-1 (1–5) | Child Pedagogy 30 + Language-I 30 + Language-II 30 + Maths 30 + EVS 30 |
| Paper-2 (6–8) | Child Pedagogy 30 + Language-I 30 + Language-II 30 + Subject (Maths-Science or Social Studies, 60) |
Admit Cards & Preparation
- Admit cards release 1–2 weeks before the exam on the TET portal (e.g. ctet.nic.in, state TET sites) – download with application number + DOB.
- Pedagogy + languages (≈90 marks) are the highest-yield zones – master NCERT concepts and previous papers.
- Since there is no negative marking, attempt all 150 questions.
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| CTET Official Website | Open |
FAQs
What is the qualifying score?
60% (90/150) generally, with relaxations per rules – confirm your TET’s notice.
Is there negative marking?
No – attempt all questions.