KTET 2024 Notification Out, Exam Date, Eligibility

The KTET exam date 2024 has been announced along with the release of the notification. The Exam will be conducted on 22 June 2024 and 23 June 2024 in offline mode through conventional pen and paper mode.

Candidates can apply for the KTET Exam in four categories- Category I (Primary), Category II (Upper Primary), Category III (High School), and Category IV (Languages).

KTET Eligibility Criteria

For Category 1 (Lower Primary Classes)

Candidates who are appearing for Kerala TET 2024 must be qualified following points:-

• Must pass Higher Secondary/ Higher Secondary or equivalent at least with 45% and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known), in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure)Regulations 2002 or Higher Secondary/ Senior Secondary (or it’s equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.). or Higher Secondary/ Senior Secondary (or it’s equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education

For Category 2 (Upper Primary Classes)

• B.A/ B.Sc./ B.Com. and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education/ Trained Teachers’ Certificate (TTC) [by whatever name known] conducted by Board of Exam, Govt. of Kerala or its equivalent. or BA/ B.Sc. / B.Com with at least 45% marks and one-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.), in accordance with NCTE (Recognition, Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time in this regard or Higher Secondary/ Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4 year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.). or Higher Secondary/ Senior Secondary (or it’s equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4 years BA/ B.Sc.Ed or B.A. Ed or B.Sc.Ed

For Category 3 (High School Classes)

The test is for HSAs in: (i) Malayalam (ii) English (iii) Hindi (iv) Sanskrit (v) Tamil (vi) Kannada (vii) Arabic (viii) Urdu (ix) Social Science (x) Physical Science (xi) Natural Science and (xii) Mathematics

• BA/ BSc/ B.Com with marks of at least 45% and a B.Ed. A degree in the subject concerned (from any of the universities in Kerala or from any other university recognised as equivalent)
• For those who have MSc. Ed. in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology, A degree with not less than 50 per cent of the marks of one of the Regional Institutes of Education funded by NCERT will be eligible to apply for the subject matter concerned. For the subjects of Botany and Zoology, those with MSc. Ed., Ed. It is possible to apply for a Degree in Life Science with not less than 50 per cent marks from any of the Regional Institutes of Education.
• Candidates from SC/ST and differently-abled categories will be provided with a relaxation of 5% marks in the minimum qualifying marks. Candidates from OBC & OEC categories will be given a relaxation of 3% in the qualifying marks to appear for the K-TET III.

For Category 4

For Language teachers in Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu (up to Upper Primary level), Specialist teachers and Physical Education teachers (up to High School level)

• Those who have acquired qualifications for the posts of Language Teachers of Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit & Urdu (up to Upper Primary level), Specialist teachers & Physical Education teachers as mentioned in Chapter XXXI of Kerala Education Act and Rules are eligible to apply for K-TET IV.
• Candidates from SC/ST and differently-abled categories will be provided a relaxation of 5% marks in the qualifying marks prescribed for the eligibility to appear for the K-TET IV.

KTET 2024 Exam Pattern

The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has outlined the exam pattern for the KTET 2024, which consists of four papers: Category 1, Category 2, Category 3, and Category 4.  It is crucial for candidates preparing for the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2024 to understand the latest exam pattern as it elucidates the structure of the question paper, including the marking scheme, subjects covered, total number of questions, and exam duration. Below, we present the details of the KTET exam pattern for all four categories.

There will be 4 papers for Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test 2024

• Category I (Lower Primary Classes)
• Category II (Upper Primary Classes)
• Category III (High School Classes)
• Category IV (for Language Teachers – Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu (up to Upper Primary classes), Specialist Teachers (Art & Crafts), and Physical Education Teachers.

• Paper I (for Classes I to V) Lower Primary Classes: (Examination-Two-and-a-half hours)

• Paper-II (for Classes VI to VIII) Upper Primary Classes: (Duration of examination – Two-and-a-half hours)

Note: Mathematics & Science- 30 MCQs each -60 Marks Or Social Studies/Social Science -60 MCQs -60 Marks (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher)

• Paper III (for Classes IX to XII) High School Classes: (Duration of examination – Two-and-a-half hours)

• Paper IV (for Language Teachers – Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu (up to Upper Primary classes), Specialist Teachers (Art & Crafts), and Physical Education Teachers.

KTET Syllabus 2024

The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has defined the syllabus for KTET 2024, which is distinct for each of its four papers: Category 1, Category 2, Category 3, and Category 4. Understanding the KTET syllabus 2024 is fundamental for candidates embarking on exam preparation. Familiarity with the subjects and question distribution aids candidates in structuring their study plans effectively. Moreover, the KTET syllabus delineates the significant topics expected in the exam, guiding candidates towards focused preparation.

The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has outlined the exam pattern for the KTET 2024, which consists of four papers: Category 1, Category 2, Category 3, and Category 4.  It is crucial for candidates preparing for the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) 2024 to understand the latest exam pattern as it elucidates the structure of the question paper, including the marking scheme, subjects covered, total number of questions, and exam duration. Below, we present the details of the KTET exam pattern for all four categories.

KTET Qualifying Marks 2024

The KTET exam has different minimum qualifying marks depending on the candidate’s category. For the general category, a score of 60% is required to pass. Candidates belonging to reserved categories need to achieve a minimum of 55%.

• General Category: Minimum qualifying marks – 60%
• Reserved Category: Minimum qualifying marks – 55%

KTET Exam Process 2024

To understand the chronology of the events under the KTET 2024, candidates must read out the following section carefully. They should understand that they must apply for the KTET 2024 through online application process followed by the release of the admit cards. Next, they have to appear for the KTET Exam 2024 scheduled on  22 June and 23 June 2024. Finally, the results will be released

• Apply Online: Fill out the KTET application form on the Pareeksha Bhavan website. Submit the form with online payment receipt (or challan) and copies of certificates. Choose your exam center district during application.
• Download Admit Card: Download your KTET admit card from the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan website. No physical admit cards are mailed. The admit card shows your name and test center details.
• Appear for the Exam: Each KTET Category (1, 2, 3, & 4) exam lasts 2.5 hours. Arrive at the test center at least 30 minutes before the exam starts. The exam is offline and uses OMR sheets.
• Check Results: The KTET results are declared on the Pareeksha Bhavan website. Those who achieve the minimum qualifying marks pass and receive a KTET certificate.

KTET Question Paper 2024

KTET question papers are gold for exam preparation! Utilize previous years’ papers and sample questions to:

• Identify Strengths & Weaknesses: Practicing with past papers reveals your areas of strength and weakness. This allows you to focus your studying and improve where needed.
• Sharpen Your Skills: Working through practice questions refines your exam-taking skills and builds confidence.

KTET Admit Card 2024

As the exam for the KTET 2024 has been scheduled for 22 June 2024 to 23 June 2024, candidates can expect the release of the KTET Admit Card 2024 in the first week of June 2024. Candidates must access and download the admit card once it is release by the Kerala Government Education Board (KGEB).

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