CTET Exam Analysis 2024: Detailed Paper 1 & 2 Analysis & Review

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2024 ( CTET )

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CTET Exam Analysis 2024: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the CTET exam on December 14, 2024. The 20th edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) was organized offline in pen and paper mode. Candidates who took the exam shared the overall difficulty level of the CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2. As per the feedback, the CTET Paper 1 was easy to moderate and Paper 2 was moderate. The detailed CTET exam analysis and review are shared below based on the student's reactions and feedback. Shiksha.com reached out to the candidates at CTET exam centres to get their feedback on the difficulty level of the exam and the questions asked. The CTET 2024 paper analysis provided here will also contain the section-wise topics. Candidates can also check below the previous years' exam analysis and review for past editions.

The CTET 2024 exam is organised offline in pen and paper mode. The CBSE conducts the CTET exam in two shifts on exam day in several CTET exam centres 2024 across India. Candidates preparing for the exam should check the detailed CTET exam analysis for Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the past years below. 

Also Read: Last 5 Years Question Papers of CTET: Download Free PDFs

Q:   What is the difficulty level of CTET exam?

A:
The CTET exam is generally easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level. The difficulty level depends on the nature of the questions asked in the exam. The CTET exam is conducted for two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. Each paper carries 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) of 1 mark each. Out of the total 150 marks, 90 marks are considered qualifying for the General category and 82 are considered qualifying or CTET cut-off for Reserved categories such as SC/ ST/ OBC.
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Q:   Is the CTET 2024 Analysis Available?

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Yes, the CTET 2024 paper analysis is available. The CTET exam analysis has been shared after the conduct of the exam. Shiksha.com reached out to the candidates who appeared for the exam to provide the real-time exam analysis and review. The overall as well as section-wise CTET paper analysis is shared here based on the candidates' feedback who appear for the examination - https://www.shiksha.com/exams/ctet-exam-analysis

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Q:   What is the CTET exam date 2024?

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The CTET exam date 2024 was December 14, 2024. The 20th edition of the CTET exam was conducted offline in pen and paper mode. The CTET notification 2024 was released in September 2024. The CTET Dec 2024 application began with the reelase of notification. The CTET 2024 exam will be held on a single day in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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Q:   How to crack CTET exam? Which are the important books for CTET exam?

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Cracking the CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) exam requires a well-planned study approach and a thorough understanding of the exam pattern and syllabus. Here are some tips to crack the CTET exam:

  1. Understand the exam pattern and syllabus: Candidates should carefully analyze the CTET exam pattern and syllabus and make a study plan accordingly.
  2. Use the right study material: Candidates should refer to the latest CTET exam preparation books and study materials to stay updated on the latest trends and topics.
  3. Practice previous year question papers: Solving previous year question papers helps candidates understand the exam pattern and question types, and also helps them identify their weak areas.
  4. Time management: Managing time effectively is essential to succeed in the CTET exam. Candidates should allocate enough time to each section of the exam and practice time-bound mock tests to improve their speed and accuracy.
  5. Revision: Regular revision of the studied material is essential to retain information and improve recall. *note : do upvote if I was helpful and follow me to get more information in future.
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CTET Exam Analysis 2024: December

The CTET exam analysis 2024 is provided here based on the reactions and feedback shared by candidates. The analysis informs candidates about the difficulty level of the exam along with the topics from which questions are asked and attempts made by candidates. Have a look at the CTET Dec 2024 exam review below:

CTET Paper 1 Exam Analysis 2024

CTET Paper 1 Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy to Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy to Moderate

30

Language II (Hindi)

Easy to Moderate

30

Mathematics

Moderate

30

Environmental Studies

Easy to Moderate

30

Total

Easy to Moderate

150

CTET Exam Analysis 2024 (Paper 2)

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy to Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy to Moderate

30

Language II (Hindi)

Easy to Moderate

30

Mathematics & Science or Social Science

Moderate

30

Total

Easy to Moderate

150

Watch CTET Paper 2 Analysis 2024 Video

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Q:   Who sets the CTET question paper?

A:
The CTET Unit of the Central Board of Secondary Education CBSE Sets the CTET question paper every year. The CTET exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET exam pattern lays down the structure of both papers including the number of questions asked in the exam, the marking scheme and the name of the subjects.
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Q:   Are candidates able to complete the CTET paper on time?

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Candidates who have good time management skills are able to complete the CTET paper on time. Many candidates usually face difficulty in completing the examination on time. This is because of their lack of practice. Therefore, candidates are advised to work on their speed by practicing more and more CTET mock tests and question papers.
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Q:   Is CTET a tough exam?

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The CTET is an easy exam to crack if candidates have prepared well in advance. The difficulty level of the CTET question paper is generally moderate. The CTET exam difficulty level varies on the basis of the question paper. Candidates should be well prepared in order to crack the exam without any hassle.
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Q:   Are the CTET question papers for Paper 1 and 2 the same?

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Yes, the CTET question paper is different for Paper 1 and Paper 2 in terms of nature and standard of questions, subjects and difficulty level. The CTET Paper 1 questions are based on topics prescribed in the NCERT syllabus for Classes 1 to 5 and the difficulty level of questions can be up to the secondary level. On the other hand, questions in CTET Paper 2 are based on topics prescribed in the NCERT syllabus for Classes 6 - 8 and the difficulty level of questions could be up to senior secondary level.
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CTET Exam Analysis 2024

CTET Paper 1 Exam Analysis 2024: Section-Wise (Jan)

The CTET Paper 1 exam analysis 2024 has been shared here paper-wise and section-wise for the Jan session for Child Development & Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics, and EVS sections. As per the feedback shared by candidates. the CTET 2024 Paper 1 was easy to moderate. There were repeated questions in the CTET CDP section of Paper 1. The CTET EVS section comprised factual questions and the CDP section comprised conceptual questions.

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy to Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy

30

Language-II (Hindi)

Easy

30

Mathematics

Moderate

30

Environmental Studies

Moderate

30

Total

Easy to Moderate

150

Students who appeared for the exam shared the following CTET paper analysis 2024 for Paper 1:

  • Shiv stated "The CTET Paper 1 was easy to moderate. CTET CDP section was easy. Sanskrit language section was easy as well."
  • Ravinder shared "The CTET Paper 1 was moderate in terms of difficulty level. The CTET Paper 1 question paper 2024 was lengthy. EVS section was a bit hard.
  • Saurav stated "The CTET question paper 1 comprised question on Social Learning in CDP section. EVS questions were easy to moderate and factual."
  • Avdesh stated, "There were conceptual and factual questions in the CTET Paper 1. There were repeated questions in CDP. EVS section comprised questions from NCERT."
  • Ram stated "CTET Paper 1 was moderate. EVS questions were from previous years."

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CTET Paper 2 Exam Analysis 2024: Section-Wise

The section-wise CTET Paper 2 exam analysis 2024 has been shared below. We shared here the detailed CTET Paper 2 analysis including the section-wise difficulty level, overall difficulty and the topics from which questions are asked in the exam. 

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy To Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy

30

Language-II (Hindi)

Easy

30

Mathematics & Science

Moderate

60

Social Science

Moderate

60

Total

Easy to Moderate

150

CTET exam analysis 2024 of the July session has been shared here for Paper 1 and Paper 2 based on the candidates' feedback.

Also Read: CTET Question Paper 2024: Paper 1 & Paper 2 PDF Download

CTET Paper 2 Analysis 2024

Check the CTET exam analysis 2024 for Paper 2 below.

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy to Moderate

30

Language II (Hindi)

Easy

30

Mathematics & Science or Social Science

Moderate

30

Total

Easy to Moderate

150

Also Read: CTET Exam Analysis 2024 Paper 2

Watch the CTET Exam Analysis 2024 Video for Paper 2

CTET Paper 1 Analysis 2024

Check the CTET exam analysis 2024 for Paper 1 below.

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy

30

Language-I (English)

Easy to Moderate

30

Language II (Hindi)

Easy

30

Mathematics

Moderate

30

Environmental Studies

Moderate

30

Total

Easy to Moderate

150

Also Read: CTET Exam Analysis 2024 Paper 1

Watch CTET Paper 1 Analysis 2024 Video

Q:   What is the syllabus and exam pattern for CTET paper 2?

A:
The CTET Paper 2 is for teaching posts in classes 6 to 8 in government schools. The paper 2 pattern is as follows: The syllabus for CTET Paper 2 consists of four sections. (a) Section 1: 30 questions based on child development and pedagogy, each worth one mark. (b) Section 2 and Section 3: Language 1 and Language 2 each consist of 30 questions worth one mark. (c) Section 4: You will have to attempt any one of the following sections: mathematics and Science, or social Science. Depending on which section you selected during the application, you have to answer 60 questions from that section. The topics are as follows: 1. In Child Development and Pedagogy, the question asked is about child development, learning, and pedagogy. 2. The Language I and Language II sections consist of comprehension and the pedagogy of language development. 3. This basic math question is asked in the mathematics section, such as geometry, the solids around us, shapes and spatial understanding, numbers, etc. 4. The Science sections consist of topics related to food, materials, natural phenomena, and natural resources. 5. The Social Sciences section consists of questions related to history, geography, social Science, and political Science.
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Q:   How many sections are there in CTET Paper 1?

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CTET Paper 1 contains five sections - Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I Language-II Mathematics Environmental Studies.
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Q:   Which sections of the CTET exam are usually lengthy?

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The CTET exam is conducted for two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 contains questions from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies. The CTET Paper 2 comprises questions from four subjects- Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Sciences. Candidates usually find the Mathematics section a little time taking. Moreover, many candidates find the Reading Comprehension questions of the CTET exam also lengthy.

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CTET Previous Years Exam Analysis

Candidates can check the previous year's CTET exam analysis below in detail.

CTET Exam Analysis 2023: Paper 1 & Paper 2

CTET Paper Analysis 2023 for Paper 1

Have a look at the CTET exam analysis 2023 for Paper 1 below along with the questions asked and their difficulty level:

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy to Moderate

30

Language-II (Hindi)

Easy

30

Mathematics

Moderate

30

Environmental Studies

Moderate

30

Total

Moderate

150

CTET Exam Analysis 2023 for Paper 2

Have a look at the CTET exam analysis 2023 for Paper 2 below along with the questions asked and their difficulty level:

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

Moderate

30

Language-I (English)

Easy to Moderate

30

Language II (Hindi)

Easy

30

Mathematics & Science/ Social Science

Moderate to Difficult

30

Total

Moderate

150

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CTET 2022 Exam Analysis for Shift 1 and 2

The detailed CTET Exam Analysis 2022 is mentioned below. The CTET exam analysis and review is provided here separately for Shift 1 and Shift 2 in detail. 

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The CTET 2022 exam analysis video is given below:

CTET Exam Analysis 2021

The CTET December 2021 exam was held on multiple days and in multiple shifts. As per the students' reaction, the overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. CTET exam analysis is shared below along with the section-wise difficulty level and topics from which questions are asked in the exam. Have a look:

CTET Paper 1 Exam Analysis 2021: Section-wise

The table below contains the detailed exam analysis and review of the CTET Paper 1:

Section

Difficulty Level

Topics

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy to Moderate

  • Teaching-learning processes
  • Theories (Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky, Multiple Intelligence, etc)
  • Conceptual and Practical Question
  • Teaching Method & Individual Difference
  • Assessment and Evaluation
  • Behaviourism (Classical and Operant Conditioning)
  • New Education Policy

Language-I (English)

Moderate

  • Methods of teaching
  • Reading Comprehension (on use of electronic gadgets)
  • Poem
  • Figure of speech
  • Synonym

Language-II (Hindi)

Easy

  • Reading comprehension
  • Poem
  • Hindi pedagogy

Mathematics

Moderate

  • Number system
  • HCF & LCM
  • Distance
  • Mensuration
  • Mathematical Pedagogy

Environmental Studies

Easy

  • Animal
  • Map
  • NCF 2005
  • Diseases
  • Seeds
  • Nobel Prize
  • Nature and nutrition
  • Soil
  • Madhubani painting
  • Fruits and vegetables

Also Read: CTET Exam Analysis 2021 of Paper 1: Know Student Reaction

Watch CTET 2021 Exam Analysis & Review Video of Paper 1

CTET Paper 2 Exam Analysis 2021: Section-wise

The table below contains the detailed exam analysis and review of the CTET Paper 2:

Section

Difficulty Level

Topics

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy to Moderate

  • Inclusive education
  • Progressive education
  • Theories (Howard Gardner, Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky, etc)
  • Understanding-based questions
  • Case-study based questions
  • Locomotor disability
  • Gender stereotype
  • Learning-centred education
  • Secondary socializing agency
  • NCF 2005
  • Multi culture theory
  • New education policy

Language-I (English)

Moderate

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Grammar
  • Pedagogy

Language-II (Hindi)

Easy

  • Reading comprehension
  • Hindi Grammar- संधिसमासउपसर्ग-प्रत्ययअलंकारमुहावरे
  • Pedagogy

Mathematics & Science

Moderate

Mathematics

  • Rhombus- Area
  • Polygon
  • Algebra
  • Quadratic equation
  • Mensuration
  • Volume
  • Statement-based question
  • Concept application-based questions
  • Van Hiele

Science

  • Carotene
  • Vitamin deficiency due to raw fish
  • Hydrometer
  • Longest bone in human body
  • Osteoporosis
  • Vitamin D
  • Melatonin – Sleeping Hormone
  • Fish liver oil – Vitamin A+D
  • Scurvy

Social Studies

Moderate

  • Parliament reservation
  • Anglo-Indian seat reservation
  • Atmosphere
  • Language Schedule 8
  • Solar system
  • Article 44-66
  • Jhoom cultivation
  • Siberian crane
  • Nagar Nigam
  • Presidential power
  • Ostrich
  • Pedagogy

CTET 2020 Exam Analysis for Paper 1 & 2

The overall difficulty level of CTET Paper 1 was easy. Check the video below to know more about CTET Paper 1 2020: 

The CTET 2020 Paper 2 was relatively easier than last year. Shiksha reported live from the CTET exam centre and interviewed the candidates who appeared in the CTET Paper 2. Most of the candidates were of opinion that CTET can be qualified in two months of preparation. Except for some questions, the paper was easy and doable. Solving the previous year papers provided little help as most of the questions were new. The number of repeated questions were negligible. The paper followed the pattern given in the notification and the questions were evenly distributed among all the topics of the CTET Syllabus.

CTET Paper 2 Analysis and Review 2020 by Students

CTET 2019 Exam Analysis for Paper 1 & 2

CTET 2019 Paper 1 was conducted on December 8 from 9:30 am-12 noon. A majority of the candidates that Shiksha spoke to shared that the paper was easy but lengthy. Many of the candidates could not complete the paper on time. Have a look at the analysis of Paper 1 below.

CTET 2019 Paper 2 was conducted in the second shift from 2:00-4:30 pm on December 8. The majority of the students that Shiksha spoke to shared that the paper was of easy to moderate difficulty level and the questions in the exam were a bit tricky. Watch the detailed analysis below.

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CTET Exam Analysis 2024 FAQs

Have a look at the CTET exam analysis 2024 FAQs below.

Q:   Is there any negative marking in the CTET exam?

A:

No, there is no negative marking in the CTET examination. Candidates are awarded one mark for every correct answer in the exam and there is no deduction for wrong answers or unattempted questions. The reason behind the 'no negative marking' policy is that the CTET is an eligibility exam and not a recruitment exam. The CTET exam is conducted in two levels- Paper 1 is for candidates interested in teaching classes 1 to 5, and Paper 2 is for candidates interested in teaching classes 6 to 8. Both the papers consist of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) wherein each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking in the exam, which implies that candidates are not penalized for choosing the wrong option as their answer. It is advisable that candidates should focus on attempting as many questions as they can in the CTET exam to achieve a high score. It is important that candidates must avoid guessing and attempt questions with high accuracy.

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Q:   What is a good score in CTET?

A:

Obtaining more than 60 per cent marks is considered as a good score in the CTET exam. Out of the total 150 marks, 90 marks are minimum qualifying marks for the General category and 82 are minimum qualifying marks for Reserved categories such as SC/ ST/ OBC. Those who score over and above the minimum qualifying marks are considered a good scorers.

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Comprehensive Strategies to Pass CTET Exam:
Understand Syllabus and Exam Pattern. One should be well conversant with the syllabus both for Paper 1 and Paper 2, such as Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I & II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies for Paper 1, and other subjects covered under

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Hii Baijnath, you can qualify CTET (Central Teachers Eligibility Test) Exam by following these steps :

  1. Comprehend the exam pattern and syllabus in detail.
  2. Utilize the appropriate study material and go through conceptual clarity of every topic.
  3. Practice atleast 5 previous years questions of CTET exam mu

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Yash Kumar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

CTET Best Books for Paper 1 & Paper 2: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) have conducted the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2024 exam on July 7, 2024, to determine the eligibility of candidates as primary teachers (Classes 1 to 5) and elementary teachers (Classes 6 to 8). I ha

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Abhijeet Kumar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Yes, you can appear for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) if you are in your third year of an integrated B.Sc B.Ed. program: 

The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has revised the CTET eligibility criteria to allow candidates enrolled in Teacher Training Courses (TTC) to apply f

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Anurag tiwari

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

You can view the CTET December 2022 question papers and their answer keys on different sites offering educational content. For  provides Pdf of the CTET question paper along with the answer key as it also comprises analysis and tips about how to prepare? Collage Dekho also directs one to download th

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Annu navariya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

No, candidates are not allowed to change their preferences of CTET exam centres after the final submission of the CTET application form. However, the CBSE provides a one-time facility of CTET application correction to candidates wherein they can modify their exam city preferences.

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Yash Goswami

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) graduates can apply for the *Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)* exam, but only under certain conditions. The CTET is conducted by the *Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)* to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in central gov

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Noddy

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 2 weeks ago

The general eligibility requirements for most candidates who wish to appear for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) as teachers at the primary and upper primary levels are :-

Primary Level (Class I-V):
Educational Qualification:
Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passe

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Arindam Modak

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 weeks ago

The syllabus for Language II (Malayalam) in CTET Paper 1 includes the following:

Understanding: Two unseen prose passages (literary, narrative, or scientific) with questions on comprehension, grammar, and verbal ability (15 questions).

Language Development Pedagogy Includes topics about language learn

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Subhash Kumar Gupta

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, you may opt for Social Science as a subject for the CTET, even though maths may not be a strong suit of yours. Because candidates can choose subjects keeping in mind their strengths and preferences, the CTET offers them this facility. Since you have a B.Ed degree in the Science stream, you are

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