CTET Syllabus 2026: Detailed CBSE CTET Paper 1 & Paper 2 Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Sarkari Result Updates
The CTET Exam 2026 Is Scheduled For February 8, 2026, So This Is The Ideal Time To Start Studying According To The Official CTET Syllabus 2026. Candidates Are Advised To Follow The Updated Syllabus Carefully And Practice Previous Year Papers For Better Results.
CTET 2026 Syllabus: Paper 1 and Paper 2 (Detailed Overview)
The CTET 2026 Syllabus is designed by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to assess the teaching skills and subject understanding of candidates aspiring to become teachers in government schools. The exam has two levels: Paper 1 (for Classes I–V) and Paper 2 (for Classes VI–VIII). Below is the complete, section-wise syllabus in tabular format.
CTET 2026 Paper 1 Syllabus (Primary Stage – Classes I to V)
| Section |
Topics |
Number of Questions |
| Child Development & Pedagogy |
- Concept of development and learning relationship
- Principles of child development
- Piaget, Kohlberg & Vygotsky theories
- Inclusive education and special needs
- Learning and teaching processes, motivation & assessment
|
30 |
| Language I |
- Reading comprehension (prose, drama, poem)
- Language teaching principles
- Listening, speaking, grammar, and communication
- Remedial teaching and multilingual challenges
|
30 |
| Language II |
- Unseen passages (prose/literary/scientific)
- Language learning and acquisition
- Grammar and verbal ability
- Language evaluation and teaching materials
|
30 |
| Mathematics |
- Geometry, Numbers, Addition, Subtraction
- Measurement, Time, Weight, Volume, Data Handling
- Patterns, Money, Shapes, Spatial Understanding
- Pedagogy: Logical thinking, evaluation, remedial teaching
|
30 |
| Environmental Studies |
- Family & Friends, Food, Shelter, Water, Travel
- Concept & Scope of EVS, Environmental Education
- Activities, Experimentation, CCE, Teaching Aids
|
30 |
CTET 2026 Paper 2 Syllabus (Elementary Stage – Classes VI to VIII)
| Section |
Topics |
Number of Questions |
| Child Development & Pedagogy |
- Concepts of development and learning
- Influence of heredity and environment
- Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky theories
- Gender roles, inclusive education
- Learning processes, motivation, assessment
|
30 |
| Language I |
- Reading unseen passages (prose/drama/poem)
- Principles of language teaching
- Listening and speaking skills
- Role of grammar and communication
- Remedial and multilingual classroom challenges
|
30 |
| Language II |
- Two unseen prose passages (literary, scientific, narrative)
- Language learning and teaching principles
- Grammar, comprehension, evaluation of language skills
- Remedial teaching
|
30 |
| Mathematics & Science |
Mathematics:
- Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Data Handling
- Pedagogical issues: Logical reasoning, community mathematics, evaluation
Science:
- Food, Materials, Living World, How Things Work, Natural Phenomena
- Pedagogy: Experimentation, innovation, evaluation, integration
|
60 |
| Social Studies / Social Science |
Content:
- History: From ancient to modern India, reforms, freedom movement
- Geography: Earth, environment, resources, agriculture, settlements
- Political Science: Democracy, Constitution, Media, Gender, Social Justice
Pedagogy:
- Critical thinking, classroom processes, project work, evaluation
|
60 |
CTET 2026 Exam Overview
| Details |
Information |
| Exam Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Number of Papers | Paper 1 (Primary) and Paper 2 (Elementary) |
| Total Marks | 150 Marks per Paper |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours |
| Level | National |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
Note: This syllabus is based on the previous CTET exam. The
new CTET 2026 syllabus will be updated here after the official release by CBSE.
CTET 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
⚠️ Note: This syllabus is based on previous CTET cycles. The new CTET 2026 syllabus will be updated here after the official CBSE release.
Q1. Is the CTET 2026 syllabus officially released?
No. The syllabus shown is from past CTET notifications for guidance. The official CTET 2026 syllabus will be updated after CBSE publishes it on ctet.nic.in.
Q2. What are the sections in CTET Paper 1?
Paper 1 (Classes I–V) includes: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies. (Based on prior syllabus)
Q3. What are the sections in CTET Paper 2?
Paper 2 (Classes VI–VIII) includes: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science or Social Studies/Social Science. (Based on prior syllabus)
Q4. Is there negative marking in CTET?
Traditionally, CTET does not have negative marking. Final rules will be confirmed in the official 2026 notification.
Q5. What is the duration and total marks of each paper?
Each paper has 150 marks with a duration of about 2.5 hours (as per previous cycles). Wait for CBSE’s 2026 notice for confirmation.
Q6. What is the validity of the CTET certificate?
As per recent practice, the CTET eligibility certificate validity is lifetime. Check the 2026 notification to reconfirm.
Q7. Can I attempt CTET multiple times?
Yes, there is no limit on the number of attempts. You may re-appear to improve your score.
Q8. Which books should I follow for CTET preparation?
Use NCERT (Classes I–VIII) for core concepts, previous year papers, and pedagogy-focused resources. Update strategy once 2026 syllabus is released.
Q9. Where can I check updates, admit card, and result?
Visit the official website ctet.nic.in and trusted portals like Sarkari Result. We’ll also update this page after CBSE releases notices.
Q10. Which language should I choose as Language I and II?
Choose languages you are comfortable with and that align with your target school’s recruitment pattern. Language I usually focuses on proficiency and pedagogy; Language II tests comprehension and pedagogy too.