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CTET Paper 2 Syllabus 2027

Central Teacher Eligibility Test Paper 2 (Class 6–8)

CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education)Online (CBT)Twice a year
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Total Questions150
Duration150 min
Total Marks150
Marking Scheme+1 for correct, no negative marking

Exam Pattern

#Subject / SectionQuestionsMarks
1Child Development & Pedagogy (30Q)3838
2Language I (30Q)3838
3Language II (30Q)3838
4Subject Specific (Math/Science OR Social Studies) (60Q)3838
Total150150

Syllabus by Subject

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Child Development & Pedagogy (30Q)

Key topics covered as per the official CTET Paper 2 syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Child Development & Pedagogy (30Q).

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Language I (30Q)

Key topics covered as per the official CTET Paper 2 syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Language I (30Q).

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Language II (30Q)

Key topics covered as per the official CTET Paper 2 syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Language II (30Q).

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Subject Specific (Math/Science OR Social Studies) (60Q)

Key topics covered as per the official CTET Paper 2 syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Subject Specific (Math/Science OR Social Studies) (60Q).

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Eligibility & Attempts

EEligibility Criteria

Graduation + B.Ed (2-year) OR Graduation + 1-year B.Ed (special education) OR Graduation with 50% + B.Ed from NCTE-recognised institution

ANumber of Attempts

No restriction; qualifying score is lifetime valid

Exam Schedule

Frequency

Twice a year

Next Exam Date

July 2027

Registration Opens

May 2027

Preparation Tips

  • 1Deepen subject knowledge in your chosen specialisation (Maths/Science or Social Studies) up to Class 8 NCERT level
  • 2Study Child Development & Pedagogy thoroughly — theories of child development, assessment, and inclusive education are critical
  • 3Practise Language I and Language II with focus on grammar, comprehension, and language acquisition pedagogy
  • 4Attempt full-length CTET Paper 2 mock tests regularly to maintain accuracy across 150 questions in 150 minutes

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