The CTET is one of the most recognized teaching exams in India, conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). It is mandatory for candidates who wish to teach at primary (Class 1-5) and upper primary (Class 6-8) levels in schools under the central government, such as those affiliated with CBSE, KVS, and NVS. The CTET exam is held twice a year and consists of two papers: Paper 1: For candidates aspiring to teach Classes 1-5 (Primary Teachers). Paper 2: For candidates aspiring to teach Classes 6-8 (Upper Primary Teachers). Candidates must have a minimum qualification of a B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) and meet other eligibility criteria to apply. The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that test a candidate's knowledge in subjects like Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I and II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, and more. see more...
Read MoreThe TET is a state-level exam conducted by each state in India to select eligible teachers for government schools. Like CTET, TET is mandatory for teaching positions in primary and upper primary schools. Each state conducts its own TET exam, and the exam pattern and syllabus may vary slightly depending on the state. However, the general structure is similar to that of CTET, with candidates required to clear two papers based on the class level they wish to teach. Paper 1: For teaching Classes 1-5 (Primary Teachers). Paper 2: For teaching Classes 6-8 (Upper Primary Teachers). The TET exam is designed to assess the teaching skills, general knowledge, and subject-specific knowledge of candidates. see more...
Read MoreIn addition to TET, many states also conduct their own teacher recruitment exams for various teaching positions, including Primary Teachers, Secondary Teachers, and Postgraduate Teachers. Some examples include: Maharashtra State Teacher Exam Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Rajasthan Teacher Eligibility Test (RTET) Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) These exams typically consist of written tests with objective questions covering various subjects such as General Knowledge, Pedagogy, Language Proficiency, and Subject-specific Knowledge. State exams may also include interviews and document verification as part of the selection process. see more...
Read MoreThe NET exam, conducted by the University Grants Commission (UGC), is a national-level exam for candidates wishing to pursue a career in teaching at the college and university level. The exam is essential for recruitment as a Lecturer or Assistant Professor in Indian universities and colleges. NET is conducted in various subjects, and candidates must have a Master’s degree in the relevant subject to apply. The exam consists of three papers: Paper 1: General Paper on Teaching and Research Aptitude. Paper 2: Subject-specific Paper. Paper 3: Advanced Subject Paper. Candidates who clear the NET exam are eligible for teaching positions in Indian universities and colleges. see more...
Read MoreThe SET exam is a state-level exam similar to NET but specifically for recruiting college and university lecturers in state-run institutions. Like NET, SET is conducted by individual state universities, and it aims to ensure that lecturers possess the required knowledge and teaching skills. The SET exam pattern is similar to the NET exam, consisting of objective-type questions in General Studies and Subject-specific Knowledge. see more...
Read MoreFor recruitment to specific teaching posts, such as Post Graduate Teachers (PGT), Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT), and Primary Teachers (PRT), the recruitment process involves separate exams. These exams are held by various schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS), and State Education Departments. Each level of teaching requires specific qualifications, such as a B.Ed, M.Ed, and subject-related degrees. These exams are typically followed by interviews. PGT: For Post Graduate Teachers, teaching at the higher secondary level. TGT: For Trained Graduate Teachers, teaching at the secondary level. PRT: For Primary Teachers, teaching at the elementary level. see more...
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