Additionally, state government schools, government-aided schools, and private schools consider CTET scores for teacher appointments.Exam Structure:CTET comprises two papers. Paper-1 focuses on the elementary section (1st to 5th class), while Paper-2 caters to the 6th to 8th class section. Candidates desiring to teach in both sections are required to attempt both papers.Educational Qualifications:Paper 1: 12th pass with a minimum of 50% marks and a completed Diploma in Elementary Education. Final year students are also eligible.Paper 2: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a two-year diploma course in Elementary Education, or a Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. Final year B.Ed students can apply. Alternatively, 12th pass with a minimum of 50% marks and a four-year B.A.Ed. or B.Sc.Ed. Final year students are eligible as well.Application Process:Interested candidates can download the application form from the official website ctet.nic.in and submit it along with the required documents.Exam Details:The CTET exam is a two and a half-hour test with 150 multiple-choice questions, totaling 150 marks. Questions are presented in English and Hindi. General category candidates must secure at least 60%, while SC/ST candidates should aim for a minimum of 55%.Additional Information:

• The exam is conducted in over a hundred cities nationwide.
• CTET certification is valid for a lifetime.
• Candidates can attempt the exam multiple times.
• Those unsatisfied with their scores can reappear for the exam.

Important Dates:Last date to apply: November 23Exam Date: January 21, 2024For further details and application visit: https://ctet.nic.in/