CTET Syllabus 2026 - Official Exam Pattern & Subject-wise Topics
CBSE · Syllabus · Posted: 09 Nov 2026 · Updated 09 Nov 2026
CTET (CBSE) official syllabus and exam pattern - CTET Paper I (Classes 1-5): 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes. Negative marking, subject-wise topics and selection process from the official notification.
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This page gives the official exam pattern and syllabus of CTET (CBSE). Every number and topic here is taken from the official notification or syllabus published by the exam body - the source links are given at the end. Always match with the latest official notification before the exam.
Exam pattern at a glance
- CTET Paper I (Classes 1-5): 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes
- CTET Paper II (Classes 6-8): 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes
CTET Paper I (Classes 1-5)
- Pattern: 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes
- Negative marking: No negative marking
- Note: 60% or more = pass. Certificate valid for life.
Subject-wise split:
- Child Development and Pedagogy: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Mathematics: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Environmental Studies: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Language I: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Language II: 30 questions, 30 marks
Child Development and Pedagogy
- syllabus
- Child development (15)
- Inclusive education and children with special needs (5)
- Learning and pedagogy (10)
Mathematics
- syllabus
- Content (15): geometry, shapes, numbers, operations, measurement, time, data handling, patterns, money
- Pedagogy (15)
Environmental Studies
- syllabus
- Content (15): family and friends, food, shelter, water, travel, things we make and do
- Pedagogy (15)
Language I
- syllabus
- Comprehension (15)
- Pedagogy of language development (15)
Language II
- syllabus
- Comprehension (15)
- Pedagogy of language development (15)
CTET Paper II (Classes 6-8)
- Pattern: 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes
- Negative marking: No negative marking
- Note: Choose Maths & Science or Social Studies. 60% or more = pass.
Subject-wise split:
- Child Development and Pedagogy: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Mathematics and Science (option): 60 questions, 60 marks
- Social Studies (option): 60 questions, 60 marks
- Language I: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Language II: 30 questions, 30 marks
Child Development and Pedagogy
- syllabus
- Same structure as Paper I, age group 11-14
Mathematics and Science (option)
- syllabus
- Maths content (20) + pedagogy (10)
- Science content (20) + pedagogy (10)
Social Studies (option)
- syllabus
- History, geography, social and political life (40)
- Pedagogy (20)
Language I
- syllabus
- Comprehension (15)
- Pedagogy (15)
Language II
- syllabus
- Comprehension (15)
- Pedagogy (15)
Selection process
Eligibility test only (no recruitment). 60% or more gives the CTET certificate.
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- Free mock tests and real previous year papers of this exam: https://www.publicnaukri.com/tests/exam/ctet
Official source
- https://ctet.nic.in
Selection Process
Eligibility test only (no recruitment). 60% or more gives the CTET certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many questions are there in CTET?
CTET Paper I (Classes 1-5): 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes, as per the official notification.
Is there negative marking in CTET?
CTET Paper I (Classes 1-5): No negative marking.
What is the selection process of CTET?
Eligibility test only (no recruitment). 60% or more gives the CTET certificate.
Where can I practise CTET questions for free?
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