The Central Teacher Ability Test (CTET) is an important exam for aspiring teachers in India, determining their ability to teach in schools nationwide. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) holds the CTET twice a year, in July and December. As of April 2025, the official notification for the CTET July 2025 session is expected to be posted on the official website, ctet.nic.in. This comprehensive guide intends to present all important facts regarding the upcoming CTET 2025 July examination, including the notification release, application process, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, preparation advice, and more.

Overview of CTET 2025 July Examination

The Central Teacher Ability Test (CTET) is a qualifying test for those desiring to teach in various schools, including central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas, as well as schools administered by Union Territories. The test verifies that the candidates possess the required ability and knowledge to tackle the demands of teaching at the primary level.

Notification Release and Exam Dates (Expected)

Traditionally, the notification for the CTET July session is release few months before to the exam date. Reports predict that the announcement for the 2025 July session will be released in April 2025, with the examination provisionally set for July 2025. Candidates should, however, check the official CTET website (ctet.nic.in) frequently for the most up-to-date and correct information.

Important Dates for CTET 2025 July Exam (Tentative)

Note: details mentioned in the above table are tentative. Candidates are suggested to keep checking the official website ctet.nic.in for updated information.

Application Process

Once the notification is issued, the application procedure will begin online. To apply, candidates must complete the following steps: ​

• Registration: Candidates should visit the official website of CTET https://ctet.nic.in/.
• Navigate and click on the “Apply Online” link.
• Complete the Application Form: Candidates should log in with the registration number and complete their application form with their personal, educational, and contact information.
• Upload Required Documents: Candidates should upload scanned copies of the required documents, including previous transcript, passport-sized photograph, signature, etc, in the defined format and size.
• Payment of Fees: Candidates should pay the examination fee through online payment modes. However, the fee structure is mentioned below:
• General/OBC Category:
  • Only Paper I or II: INR 1,000
  • Both Papers I and II: INR 1,200
• SC/ST/Differently Abled Person:
  • Only Paper I or II: INR 500
  • Both Papers I and II: INR 600
• Confirmation page: Once payment has been successfully made, candidates should print or download the confirmation page of their application for future reference.

Eligibility Criteria

Before diving into the application process, aspiring candidates must go through the eligibility criteria for the category they wish to apply for:

For Paper 1 (Primary Stage: Classes 1 to 5)

• Intermediate (10+2) with a minimum percentage of 50% aggregate marks from any recognized board of education.
• They must have completed or be appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma course in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).

OR

• Intermediate (10+2) with at least 45% of aggregate marks.
• Passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year D.El.ED diploma program by the Recognition Norms and Procedure of NCTE, Regulations, 2002.

OR

• Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent qualification with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks from any recognized board of education.
• Completed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education program (B.El.Ed).

OR

• Senior Secondary (10+2) with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks from any recognized board of education.
• Candidates must have completed or be appearing in the final year of a diploma in Special Education program spanning 2 years.

OR

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

For Paper 2 (Elementary Stage: Classes 6 to 8)

• Must have completed graduation or a bachelor's degree program.
• Should have cleared or be appearing in the final year of a diploma program in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) spanning 2 years.

OR

• Must have completed a B.Ed degree program with a minimum percentage of 50% of aggregate marks.
• Final year students can also apply for the program.

OR

• Must have completed a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree program with at least 45% aggregate marks.
• Final year students of the B.Ed program can also apply with the NCTE Regulations.

OR

• Senior Secondary with a minimum percentage of 50% aggregate marks.
• Graduate or final year students of BA/BSc or BA Ed/ BSc.Ed program can also apply.

OR

• Graduates of the B.Ed. in Special Education program with at least 50% of aggregate marks.
• Final year students can also apply.

Note:
Candidates having a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) qualification recognized by the NCTE are eligible to appear for both paper 1 and paper 2. To ensure compliance, the particular qualifying conditions listed in the official notification must be verified.

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

Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)-qualified candidates are eligible to apply for teaching jobs in 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 just a qualifying exam, not a recruitment test.
• Valid for life, only for central government schools.
• If you want to teach Classes I through VIII, take both papers.
• Begin your preparation early, focusing on NCERT books and previous year papers.
• Stay up to speed with official announcements at ctet.nic.in.

Final Thoughts

The CTET 2025 July announcement is quickly approaching, and now is the time to begin your preparations. Whether you are a recent graduate looking to begin your teaching career or someone looking to change careers and work in a government school, CTET provides several alternatives.

Visit the official website of CTET, https://ctet.nic.in/, frequently to stay updated on the latest updates, and start your application process as soon as the form is available. Very best wishes!