CTET 2025: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET 2025 notification shortly for the upcoming July–August session. The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level examination conducted twice a year to assess the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in primary and upper primary schools across India.
While the official notification is still awaited, candidates are advised to keep a close watch on the official CTET website – ctet.nic.in – for the latest updates regarding application dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus, and exam pattern.
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Frequency | Twice a Year |
| Exam Papers | Paper I (Classes I–V), Paper II (Classes VI–VIII) |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Expected Exam Date | Tentatively August 2025 |
| Eligibility | Class 12/Graduation with 55% + Professional Teaching Qualification |
CTET 2025: Important Dates (Tentative)
CBSE has not yet confirmed the official dates for CTET 2025. However, based on past trends, here is an indicative schedule:
| CTET 2025 Notification Release | To be Announced |
| Start of Application Process | To be Announced |
| Last Date to Apply | To be Announced |
| Application Correction Window | To be Announced |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be Announced |
| CTET 2025 Exam Date | To be Announced |
| Result Declaration | To be Announced |
CTET Notification Release Trends (Past 5 Years)
The release of CTET notifications in previous years provides a tentative idea about when to expect the 2025 session notification:
| Year | Notification Release Date |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 February 2019 |
| 2021 | 24 January 2021 |
| 2022 | Exam Not Held |
| 2023 | 27 April 2023 |
| 2024 | 7 March 2024 |
Based on this trend, the CTET 2025 notification may likely be released in late September or early October, though this remains speculative.
CTET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
📌 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 17 years
- Maximum Age: No upper age limit
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Paper I (Classes I–V) | Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) |
| Paper II (Classes VI–VIII) | Graduation with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed degree or enrolled in final year of B.Ed |
CTET 2025 Exam Pattern
The CTET comprises two papers. Each paper is of 2.5 hours duration, includes 150 multiple-choice questions, and carries no negative marking.
CTET Paper I (For Classes I–V)
| Subject | No. of Questions | 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 |
CTET Paper 2 (For Classes VI–VIII)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
CTET 2025 Syllabus Highlights
The syllabus aims to assess the candidate’s proficiency in:
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language I & II (Hindi/English/Regional Languages)
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies (for Paper I)
- Science and Social Studies (for Paper II)
A detailed syllabus PDF will be available for download once the notification is released on the official website.
CTET Admit Card 2025
The CTET admit card is generally released two to three days before the exam. Candidates can download it from ctet.nic.in using their:
- Application Number
- Date of Birth
The admit card will include exam date, centre address, reporting time, and candidate details. It must be carried to the exam hall along with a valid photo ID.
CTET Qualifying Marks 2025
To pass the exam, candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks as mentioned below:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 60% (90 out of 150) |
| OBC/SC/ST (Reserved) | 55% (82.5 out of 150) |
Candidates who qualify will receive a CTET eligibility certificate, valid for lifetime.
CTET 2025 Registration Process
Once the notification is live, candidates must:
- Visit ctet.nic.in
- Register with valid email and mobile number
- Fill in academic and personal details
- Upload scanned documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download confirmation page
