CBSE conducts the Central Teacher Eligibility Test or CTET, for which lakhs of candidates apply to be teachers in Government and private schools. CTET 2021 is from16th December 2021 to13th January 2022. It is a national-level entrance exam for teachers’ eligibility, not a test for recruitment. The candidates also have to clear other tests to get recruitment.
The motive behind including this test as minimum qualification is-
- It helps to meet the teaching quality standards.
- Helps enhance the teaching methods leading to students’ better performance.
- Motivates the stakeholders and government to focus on the teaching quality.
For CTET 2021 textbooks and study material Login https://examinationservices.nic.in/examsys21/root/Home.aspx?appFormId=102012111.
CTET will be online and candidates are to prepare according to the new pattern announced. The exam process is open, fair, and transparent, qualifying and is purely on merit, capability, and sincere preparation.
CTET 2021 Exam Pattern
The paper is conducted in two phases:
- PAPER 1- (for applicants for classes 1-5)
The paper has 150 questions and the minimum score for passing is 60%. The duration of the exam is 2.5 hours.
| SUBJECT | Total Number of questions | Maximum Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I(compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II(compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
- PAPER 2- (for applicants for classes 5-8)
Paper 2 also has 150 questions. The candidates are provided a choice between Mathematics & Science and Social Science and Social Studies, and the minimum requirement is 60%. (2.5 hours)
| SUBJECT | Total Number of questions | Maximum Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I(compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II(compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| A. Mathematics & Science | 30+30 | 30+30 |
| B. Social Science and Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
According to the changes, the CTET 2021 score will be valid for a lifetime.
THE NATURE AND STANDARD OF QUESTIONS
- The paper on Child Development and Pedagogy will focus on the educational psychology of teaching and learning relevant to the age group of 6-11 years.
- Language 1 paper focuses on the proficiency of the language of instructions.
- The paper for Language 2 is a test for comprehension skills, communication and language.
- The test for Mathematics & Science is for conceptual understanding, problem-solving ability and understanding and application of the subjects.
Expected CUT-OFF 2021
It is the minimum score that the applicant needs to pass. The expected cut-off for 2021 is 60%, and the test does not guarantee selection. Other tests follow CTET as per the requirement of the location and other factors. If the candidate scores 60% and above in CTET 2021, it will be valid for a lifetime as per the new notification of CBSE.
Accordingly, the Schools may give concessions to persons belonging to SC/ST/OBC, etc.
Previous years Cut off (Category wise)
CTET 2020 cut-off (out of 150)
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage | Scores |
| General | 60% | 90 out of 150 marks |
| OBC/SC/ST | 55% | 82 out of 150 marks |
CTET 2019 cut-off (out of 150)
| Category | Passing marks |
| General | 90 |
| SC | 82 |
| ST | 83 |
| OBC | 85 |
CTET 2018 cut-off
| Category | Cut-off marks |
| General | 90 |
| SC | 80 |
| ST | 80 |
| OBC | 85 |
CTET 2017 cut off
| Category | Cut off marks |
| General | 87 |
| OBC | 85 |
| SC | 80 |
| ST | 80 |
CTET 2016 cut-off
| Category | Cut-off Marks |
| General | 80-87 |
| SC | 70-80 |
| ST | 72-80 |
| OBC | 78-85 |
CTET 2015 cut-off
| Category | Cut-off marks |
| General | 87 |
| SC | 80 |
| ST | 80 |
| OBC | 85 |
How to check Cut-Off (CTET 2021)
- The official website https://ctet.nic.in.
- The screen will display notifications.
- Click the CTET result link.
- The link takes you to the login window.
- Enter Roll Number.
- The screen will then display your result.
- Check the cut-off of CTET within the result window.
- Read more https://ctet.co.in/ctet-cut-off/.
