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CTET 2026 Syllabus: The most important thing for preparing for the CTET exam is knowing the question paper pattern and syllabus. The CTET 2026 syllabus tells candidates about the topics they need to prepare for the exam. By reviewing the CTET exam syllabus 2026, candidates can plan and strategize for the exam in time. Candidates should be aware of the exam structure and prepare for the CBSE CTET exam by studying each topic in depth to gain clarity of concepts.

The CTET syllabus and exam pattern have remained unchanged over the past few years. The CTET exam is conducted in pen-and-paper mode.

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CTET Exam Pattern 2026:

The CTET consists of two papers- Paper I and Paper II. The question paper consists of multiple-choice questions, consisting of a total of 150 questions. There is no provision for negative marking.

Paper

Sections

Number of Questions

Paper 1 (Classes I-V)

Child Development & Pedagogy

30

 

Language I (Compulsory)

30

 

Language II (Compulsory)

30

 

Mathematics

30

 

Environmental Studies (EVS)

30


Paper 2 (Classes VI-VIII)

Child Development & Pedagogy

30

 

Language I (Compulsory)

30

 

Language II (Compulsory)

30

 

Either Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies / Social Science

60

CTET 2026 Syllabus: Overview of Exam Structure

The CTET exam is conducted in two papers:

  1. Paper 1: for candidates who wish to teach Classes I to V (Primary Stage).

  • Paper 2: for candidates who wish to teach Classes VI to VIII (Elementary Stage). 

    • Particulars

    CTET Paper 1 Highlights

    CTET Paper 2 Highlights

    Exam mode

    Offline

    Number of subjects/sections

    5

    4

    Names of subjects
    • Child Development and Pedagogy
    • Language-I
    • Language-II
    • Mathematics
    • Environmental Studies
    • Child Development and Pedagogy
    • Language-I
    • Language-II
    • Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Science

    Duration of exam

    2 hours 30 minutes

    Total questions

    150

    Type of questions

    Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs); 4 options with only 1 correct option

    Total marks

    150

    Marking scheme

    +1 for a correct answer, 0 for an incorrect answer

    Paper Language

    English and Hindi (candidates can write the paper in either of the languages)

    CTET Syllabus 2026: Check Subject-Wise

    Candidates can download the CTET 2026 syllabus for Paper I and Paper II from the official website- www.ctet.nic.in or from the link provided here.

    CTET Paper I Syllabus 2026: Comprehensive Overview

    The CTET Paper I syllabus evaluates the essential teaching aptitude required for primary level (Class 1 to 5) teachers. It covers five core subjects: Child Development & Pedagogy, two compulsory Languages (I and II), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies (EVS). The examination focuses on testing a candidate's understanding of child psychology, effective teaching methods, language comprehension, and foundational knowledge across key subjects.

    1. Child Development & Pedagogy

    Section Key Topics
    Child Development (Primary School Child) Development principles, Heredity & Environment, Socialization (Teacher, Parents, Peers), Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky (critical perspective), Progressive & Child-Centred Education, Intelligence (critical perspective, multi-dimensional), Language & Thought, Gender as social construct, Individual Differences, Assessment (for and of learning, CCE), Formulating Questions.
    Concept of Inclusive Education & Understanding Children with Special Needs Addressing diverse backgrounds (disadvantaged/deprived), needs of children with learning difficulties, impairment, and Talented/Creative learners.
    Learning and Pedagogy How children think/learn/fail, Basic teaching/learning processes, Child as problem solver/scientific investigator, Alternative conceptions of learning, Cognition & Emotions, Motivation, Personal & environmental factors contributing to learning.

    2. Language I (Compulsory) & 3. Language II (Compulsory)

    Section Language I Focus Language II Focus
    Comprehension

    Reading two unseen passages (one prose/drama, one poem) with questions on comprehension, grammar, and verbal ability.


    		 Reading two unseen prose passages (discursive/literary/narrative/scientific) with questions on comprehension, grammar, and verbal ability.
    Pedagogy of Language Development Learning & acquisition, Principles of teaching, Role of listening/speaking, Critical role of grammar, Challenges of diverse classrooms, Language difficulties/disorders, Language Skills (evaluating proficiency), Teaching-learning materials, Remedial Teaching. (Topics mirror Language I Pedagogy)

    4. Mathematics

    Section      Key Content Areas Pedagogical Issues
    Content Geometry (Shapes & Spatial Understanding, Solids), Numbers (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division), Measurement (Weight, Time, Volume), Data Handling, Patterns, Money. Nature of Mathematics/Logical Thinking, Place in Curriculum, Language of Mathematics, Community Mathematics, Evaluation (formal/informal), Problems of Teaching, Error analysis, Diagnostic & Remedial Teaching.

    5. Environmental Studies (EVS)

    Section Key Content Areas Pedagogical Issues
    Content Family and Friends (Relationships, Work & Play, Animals, Plants), Food, Shelter, Water, Travel, Things We Make and Do. Concept & scope of EVS, Significance of EVS (integrated EVS), Environmental Studies & Environmental Education, Learning Principles, Scope & relation to Science & Social Science, Approaches of presenting concepts, Activities, Experimentation/Practical Work, Discussion, CCE, Teaching material/Aids, Problems.

    CTET Paper II Syllabus 2026: Comprehensive Overview

    The CTET Paper II focuses on assessing teaching proficiency for Classes 6 to 8. It covers four main sections: Child Development & Pedagogy, two Languages, and a choice between Mathematics & Science or Social Studies. The questions are based on NCERT content from Class VI-VIII, but can have a difficulty level up to the Senior Secondary stage.

    1. Child Development & Pedagogy (Elementary School Child)

    Sub-Headings Key Topics
    Child Development

    Development principles, Heredity & Environment, Socialization, Piaget, Kohlberg and Vygotsky (critical perspectives), Progressive Education, Multi-Dimensional Intelligence, Gender as social construct, Individual differences, Assessment (for and of learning, CCE).
    Inclusive Education

    Addressing learners from diverse backgrounds (disadvantaged/deprived), the needs of children with learning difficulties/impairment, and Talented/Creative learners.
    Learning and Pedagogy How children think and learn/fail, Basic teaching processes, Child as problem solver, Alternative conceptions of learning, Cognition & Emotions, Motivation, Personal & environmental factors.

    2. Language I & 3. Language II (Compulsory)

    Section Focus Language Comprehension

    Pedagogy of Language Development
    Language I Reading two unseen passages (one prose/drama, one poem) with questions on comprehension, grammar, and verbal ability.

    Learning & acquisition, Principles of teaching, Role of listening/speaking, Critical role of grammar, Challenges of diverse classrooms, Language Skills, Remedial Teaching.
    Language II Reading two unseen prose passages (discursive/literary/narrative/scientific) with questions on comprehension, grammar, and verbal ability. (Topics mirror Language I Pedagogy)

    4. Mathematics and Science (60 Marks Total)

    A. Mathematics (30 Marks)

    Content Areas Pedagogical Issues
    Number System (Knowing Our Numbers, Whole Numbers, Integers, Fractions), Algebra (Introduction, Ratio and Proportion), Geometry (Basic 2-D & 3-D, Symmetry, Construction), Mensuration, Data Handling. Nature of Mathematics/Logical Thinking, Place in Curriculum, Language of Mathematics, Community Mathematics, Evaluation, Remedial Teaching, Problem of Teaching.

    B. Science (30 Marks)

    Content Areas Pedagogical Issues
    Food (Sources, Components, Cleaning), Materials, The World of the Living, Moving Things, People and Ideas, How things work (Electric current and circuits, Magnets), Natural Phenomena, Natural Resources. Nature & Structure of Sciences, Natural Science (Aims & objectives), Integrated Approach, Observation/Experiment/Discovery (Method of Science), Evaluation (cognitive/psycho-motor/affective), Problems, Remedial Teaching.

    5. Social Studies/Social Sciences (60 Marks)

    Sub-Section Key Content Areas Pedagogical Issues
    History

    The Earliest Societies, The First Cities, Early States, The First Empire, New Kings and Kingdoms, Sultans of Delhi, The Establishment of Company Power, Colonialism and Tribal Societies, The Revolt of 1857-58, Women and Reform, The Nationalist Movement, India After Independence.

    Concept & Nature of Social Science, Class Room Processes/Discourse, Developing Critical thinking, Enquiry/Empirical Evidence, Problems of teaching, Sources (Primary & Secondary), Project Work, Evaluation.
    Geography

    Earth in the solar system, Globe, Environment (natural and human), Air, Water, Human Environment (settlement, transport, communication), Resources (Natural and Human), Agriculture.


    		  
    Social and Political Life Diversity, Government (Local, State), Making a Living, Democracy, Understanding Media, Unpacking Gender, The Constitution, Parliamentary Government, The Judiciary, Social Justice and the Marginalized.  

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    CTET Syllabus 2026 PDF: How to Download?

    Step 1: Go to the official website: ctet.nic.in.

    Step 2: On the homepage, click on Information bulletin CTET Feb-2026.

    Step 3: A PDF will be opened containing the CTET 2026 Syllabus for Paper I and Paper II, along with other exam-related information.

    Step 4: Press Ctrl+F and search for Syllabus. And you will be redirected to the page containing the syllabus in PDF.

    Step 5: Download the syllabus PDF and use it for your preparation.

    CTET feb 2026 Information Bulletin.pdf

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