CTET Exam 2025: Notification, Application Form, Exam Dates, Syllabus & Latest News

The CTET exam pdf notification can come in August 2025 which will be available on the official website (ctet.nic.in) and will contain details like examination, syllabus, eligibility criteria, languages, exam city, exam fee, and exam dates. Students can visit the CTET official website and see the PDF notification so that they do not miss any important updated information related to the CTET exam. When the official CTET PDF notification will come, students can download it from the details shared below.

CTET is a national-level exam for those who wish to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in central government schools like KVS and NVS. Conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the exam is held in two papers—Paper I for primary level (Classes I–V) and Paper II for upper primary level (Classes VI–VIII). The CTET certificate is now valid for a lifetime. 

To be eligible for CTET, candidates must be at least 17 years old, with no upper age limit. For Paper I (Classes I–V), a minimum of 50% marks in 12th grade, along with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, is required. While for Paper II (Classes VI–VIII), candidates should have a graduation degree with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed. or equivalent qualification

CTET Exam 2025 Highlights 

CTET Exam 2025 

The CTET exam date 2025 is expected in July. It is a national-level eligibility test conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to assess the qualifications of candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to VIII in central government schools like KVs and NVs. The exam is held twice a year,  July 2025  is expected to take place in August 2025, tentatively. For which applications will start from 25th June and will last till July 2025*. 

CTET consists of two papers: Paper I for those who wish to teach Classes I–V, and Paper II for Classes VI–VIII. Candidates can appear for either or both papers, depending on their eligibility. The exam is conducted in offline mode (pen and paper) and includes 150 multiple-choice questions per paper, with no negative marking.

Qualifying CTET is essential for securing teaching positions in many government schools across India. 

CTET Admit Card 2025

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will release the CTET Admit Card approximately two days before the exam date, which is expected to be 5th July, 2025, tentatively. That means the admit card will be available online on the official website ctet.nic.in on 2- 3rd July 2025*. Candidates who have successfully submitted their application form can download the admit card using their application number and date of birth.

The admit card will include important details such as the exam date, timing, exam centre address, roll number, and candidate’s personal information. It is mandatory to carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre. Before the admit card is released, CBSE will also issue a pre-admit card or city intimation slip about 10 days before the exam, informing candidates of their allotted exam city. 

CTET Answer Key 2025

The CTET Answer Key 2025 will be available on July 2025, tentatively. The Answer key is released by the conducting body shortly after the exam and before the announcement of the results, which is scheduled to be announced on last week of July, 2025*. First, a provisional Answer Key will be published on the official website https://ctet.nic.in/, along with scanned images of candidates’ OMR sheets. This will allow the candidates to compare their responses, evaluate their performance, analyze the chances of getting passed, and estimate their scores.

Additionally, the answer key provides a provision for raising obligation or objection too. If any discrepancies are found, candidates can challenge the provisional answer key by submitting objections online within the given time frame. A non-refundable fee of INR 1000 per question is applicable for each challenge. After reviewing all objections, CBSE will release the final answer key, which will be used to prepare the results.

CTET Result 2025 

After the CTET 2025 exam is held on 5th July, 2025, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will declare the CTET Result 2025 a few weeks later on the official website ctet.nic.in To check the results, candidates need to have their roll number to access the same. 

The result will show the candidate’s marks in each subject, total marks, and whether they have passed or not. To qualify for the examination, aspirants need to score 60% or more (which means at least 90 out of 150 marks). While for candidates belonging to reserved categories like SC, ST, OBC, or PwD, some schools may give you relaxation in passing marks, such as 55% or 82.5 out of 150 marks (often rounded to 83). 

Qualifying candidates will get a digital mark sheet and certificate through DigiLocker, which will be valid for a lifetime. That means once the candidate passes, their certificate will be valid for their entire life, and they will be eligible to teach in government schools from class 1 to 8. 

CTET Counselling and Seat Allotment Process 2025

The CTET 2025 exam is a qualifying test, and it does not include a counselling or seat allotment process. Once candidates clear the exam by securing the minimum qualifying marks, candidates will receive a CTET eligibility certificate, which has no expiry period and is lifelong. This certificate will allow the candidates to apply directly to teaching vacancies in central government schools like KVS, NVS, and other institutions that accept CTET scores. The recruitment process, including interviews and document verification, is conducted individually by the respective schools or authorities.

CTET Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

The CTET 2025 exam is conducted in offline mode, that is, pen and paper-based. It consists of two papers: Paper I for candidates aspiring to teach Classes I–V, and Paper II for those aiming for Classes VI–VIII. Each paper includes 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) containing 150 marks, with a total duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. The questions are divided into different sections based on subjects like Child Development, Languages, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, and Social Studies. Candidates can choose to appear for either one or both papers, depending on their eligibility.

CTET Exam 2025 Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for CTET is simple, where answering each correct answer earns 1 mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect or unattempted questions. This allows candidates to attempt all questions without fear of penalty.

CTET Syllabus 2025

The CTET syllabus 2025 is designed to assess a candidate’s understanding of teaching concepts, subject knowledge, and skills required for teaching Classes I to VIII. The syllabus is based on topics from NCERT textbooks for Classes I–V (for Paper I) and Classes VI–VIII (for Paper II), but the difficulty level may extend up to the secondary stage. Key subjects include Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I & II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Science, and Social Studies. 

CTET Syllabus – Paper I (Classes I to V)

CTET Exam 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To appear for the CTET 2025 exam, candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria related to age and educational qualifications. These criteria ensure that only qualified individuals enter the teaching profession. The eligibility differs slightly for Paper I (Classes I–V) and Paper II (Classes VI–VIII).

Here is a detailed list of eligibility requirements for Paper 1 and Paper 2: 

CTET Application Form 2025

The CTET Application Form 2025 for the July session will be released by CBSE on 25th June, 2025*. Candidates will be able to fill out the application form by visiting the official website ctet.nic.in. The form will be available at the portal itself. It’s important to complete the form and payment process before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

The application process is completely online and includes steps like registration, filling in personal and academic details, uploading scanned documents (photo and signature), and paying the fee. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for Paper I, Paper II, or both before applying. The application fee is INR 1000 for one paper and INR 1200 for both (for General/OBC), while SC/ST/PWD candidates need to pay INR 500 for one and INR 600 for both.

CTET Exam 2025 Cutoff 

The CTET 2025 exam does not have a tradition of a cutoff list like other competitive exams. Instead, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) sets fixed qualifying marks that candidates must achieve to be considered as having passed. These qualifying marks are based on category. The Cutoff for CTET has been constant over the last years. For the General category, the minimum qualifying score is 60%, while for OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories, it is 55%. These marks apply to both Paper I and Paper II. Since CTET is a qualifying exam, meeting these marks is enough to receive the eligibility certificate.

Here’s a table showing the expected qualifying marks for CTET 2025:

CTET 2025 Important Dates