The Central Teacher Ability Test (CTET) is a critical exam for aspiring teachers in India, assessing their ability to train in schools nationally. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) holds the CTET two times every 12 months, in July and December. As of April 2025, the legitimate notification for the CTET July 2025 session is predicted to be published on the reputable website, https://ctet.nic.in. This comprehensive guide intends to give all vital records regarding the approaching CTET 2025 July exam, which include the notification launch, application process, eligibility standards, examination pattern, syllabus, preparation advice, and more.

What is the CTET Exam?

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test ( CTET) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to examine the eligibility of appearing candidates for several teaching positions in government schools nationwide. However, the CTET is just a qualifying examination, not a recruitment test. Candidates who clear the exam are qualified to apply for the different teaching positions at government schools nationwide. The exam is conducted twice a year, and CTET certifies teachers for primary (grades 1–5) and upper primary (grades 6–8) levels. CTET qualification is required for teaching in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other central government-accredited institutions. It attempts to preserve teaching standards and increase education quality across the country.

CTET Notification Release

Historically, the CTET July session notification is released a few months before the exam date. According to reports, the notification for the 2025 July session will be issued in April 2025, with the test tentatively scheduled for July 2025. Candidates should, however, regularly visit the official CTET website (ctet.nic.in) to ensure that the information is current and correct.

Important Dates for CTET 2025 July Exam (Tentative)

Note: The information in the table above is merely an estimate. Candidates are advised to consult the official website https://ctet.nic.in for up-to-date information.

Eligibility Criteria for CTET 2025

Before directly jumping into the application process, candidates must investigate the eligibility criteria of their preferences. The CTET July 2025 exam is further divided into two papers, and the eligibility criteria for both papers differ. Let's explore:

Eligibility Criteria for Primary Stage (Classes 1 to 5) - Paper 1

• Intermediate (10+2) qualification with at least 50% of aggregate marks from any recognized board of education.
• Graduates or final-year students of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).

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• Passed or appears in the final year of a 2-year D.El.ED diploma program as defined by the NCTE Recognition Norms and Procedures, Regulations, 2002.

OR

• Candidates must have finished or be in the last year of a two-year Special Education diploma program.

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• Candidates must have completed a Bachelor of Education program from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate score of 50%.

CTET July 2025 Application Process

• Must have finished a graduating or bachelor's degree program.
• Should have completed or be in the final year of a two-year diploma program in elementary education (D.El.Ed.).

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• Graduates or Final year students of a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program with 50% of aggregate marks can apply.

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• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree program by securing a minimum percentage of 40% aggregate marks from any recognized university.

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• As per the rules and regulations of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), Ministry of Education, GOI, B.Ed final year students can also apply.

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• Graduates and final year students of other bachelor courses like BA/BSc or BA ED/ BSc.Ed are eligible to apply for the exam.

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• Individuals who have cleared a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree in Special Education with at least 50% of aggregate marks can apply for the CTET exam.
• Final year students of the B.Ed program can apply for the CTET exam.

Note:

Candidates who hold a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree recognized by the NCTE are eligible to take both paper 1 and paper 2. To ensure compliance, the specific qualifying circumstances mentioned in the official notification must be confirmed.

CTET 2025 Exam Pattern

Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) comprises two papers, which are mentioned below:

• Paper I: Designed for candidates willing to teach primary classes (Class 1 to 5)
• Paper 2: Candidates willing to teach classes 6 to 8 should take the exam.
• Candidates who want to teach Grades 1 through 8 must take both exams.

Paper 1 (Primary Stage)

Paper 2 (Elementary Stage)

CTET 2025 Syllabus

Child Development and Pedagogy

• Concept of development and its relationship with learning
• Principles of child development
• Inclusive education
• Learning and pedagogy

Language I & II

• Comprehension (prose and poetry)
• Pedagogy of language development
• Grammar and verbal ability

Mathematics

• Number system
• Geometry, Mensuration
• Pedagogical issues

Environmental Studies

• Family and friends
• Food, Shelter, Water
• Travel and Pedagogical Issues

Science (Paper II)

• Food, Materials, the World of the Living
• Natural phenomena and resources
• Pedagogical issues

Social Science (Paper II)

• History, Geography, Social and Political Life
• Pedagogical issues

Qualifying Marks and Certificate Validity

• Minimum Qualifying Marks: 60% (90/150 marks)
• Relaxation: Up to 5% for SC/ST/OBC/Differently Abled
• CTET Certificate Validity: Lifetime (as per revised guidelines by NCTE)

Career Scope After Qualifying CTET

Candidates who have passed the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) are eligible to apply for teaching vacancies at the following institutions:

• Army Schools
• Central Tibetan Schools
• Navodaya Vidalayas (NVS)
• Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS)
• Schools controlled or administered by the Union Territories.

Key Points to Remember for CTET 2025

• It is only a qualifying exam, not a recruitment examination.
• Valid for life, but only for central government schools.
• Take both papers if you want to teach Classes I-VIII.
• Start your preparation early, focusing on NCERT books and previous years' papers.
• Keep up to date with official announcements at https://ctet.nic.in.

Conclusion

The CTET 2025 July announcement is rapidly approaching, and now is the time to begin planning. Whether you are a fresh graduate wishing to start a teaching career or someone looking to shift careers and work in a government school, CTET has numerous options.

Visit the CTET official website, https://ctet.nic.in/, regularly to stay up to current on the latest developments, and begin the application process as soon as the form is ready. Best wishes, everyone!