CTET 2025 Salary: Check Basic Pay Scale & In-hand Salary for PGT/TGT/PRT Teachers

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2024 ( CTET )

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Updated on Nov 18, 2024 13:02 IST

CTET Salary for PRT/ TGT/ PGT Teachers: Candidates who clear the CTET exam become eligible to apply for teacher recruitment in Central Government schools or schools which accept the CTET scores. CTET-qualified candidates who clear the teacher recruitment process get enrolled as Primary Teachers (PRT), Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) or Post-Graduate Teachers (PGT). Such CTET-qualified teachers are paid well and also enjoy additional perks and allowances in the form of House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), etc. The pay scale of CTET-qualified candidates as PRT, TGT & PGT teachers typically ranges from INR 9,300 - 34,800 while net paid salary can go up to INR 48,000 per month. Check below the pay scale and salary structure of CTET-qualified PRT, TGT and PGT teachers.

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) exam is organised every year by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The CTET 2024 exam is conducted by CBSE to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of teacher in central schools (such as Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS), central Tibetan schools, etc.) and schools under administrative control of Union Territories (UTs) – Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and NCT of Delhi.

Also Read: CTET Exam Date 2024

Q:   How much salary does a CTET qualified teacher usually get in hand?

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A CTET qualified teacher at primary level usually get an in-hand salary of INR 35,000-37,000. A teacher at upper-primary level get an in-hand salary of INR 43,000-46,000. A CTET-qualified PGT teacher typically gets an in-hand salary of INR 48,000-50,000. It may be noted that the CTET salary varies depending on the post, skill and work experience of a candidate.
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Q:   What is the basic pay of a CTET-qualified PRT teacher?

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The basic pay of a CTET-qualified PRT teacher is usually INR 35,400. Check below the salary structure: Pay Scale- 9,300-34,800 Grade Pay- 4,200 Basic Pay after 7th Pay Commission- 35,400 HRA- 3,240 TA- 1,600 Gross Salary (Basic Pay+HRA+TA)- 40,240 Net Salary- 35,000-37,000.
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Q:   What is the pay scale for CTET qualified teachers?

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The pay scale of the CTET-qualified teachers typically ranges from INR 9,300 to INR 34,800. Candidates who qualify the CTET exam become eligible to apply for teacher recruitment process in schools such as KVS, NVS and others. The CTET-qualified candidates are awarded the Certificate through which they can apply for recruitment and start getting a decent salary.
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CTET Salary 2024

When a candidate passes the entire CTET selection process 2024 and then thereafter clears the recruitment process for TGT/ PRT/ PGT teachers, he or she gets appointed at a specific pay scale. Therefore, it is important to know the salary structure of teachers along with the allowances and benefits that they get after the recruitment. 

Here, we provide a complete overview of the CTET salary 2024. Read further to know the complete salary structure for CTET-qualified candidates including details on their perks and allowances. Also, know the complete CTET recruitment process and the kind of job role that CTET-qualified teachers have to fulfil.

Also Read: CTET Notification 2024

Q:   Has the salary of CTET qualified teachers increased after 7th pay commission?

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Yes, the salary of CTET qualified teachers has increased significantly after the 7th pay commission was implemented in 2016. Job role of a CTET-qualified candidate varies from school to school.
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Q:   Do CTET qualified teachers get any allowances?

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Yes, CTET qualified teachers at all levels get allowance in the form of HRA and TA. Check below the allowances for CTET passed teachers at all levels: TA (Transport Allowance) HRA (House Rent Allowance) Increment (once a year) Others.
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Q:   What is the process after clearing CTET?

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After qualifying the Central Teacher Eligibility Test CTET you become eligible to apply for teaching jobs in government and government-aided schools. 1. You will need to wait for vacancy notifications from schools. 2. On the basis of your CTET score, you can apply for KVS, DSSSB and other state government teaching posts. 3. Since CTET is a central Certificate you become eligible to apply for a teaching post across the country. 4. If you have qualified paper 1, then you can apply for classes 1 to 5. If you have qualified paper 2, then you can apply to classes 5 to 8. 6. The CTET score is now valid for life, and you can apply anytime. 7. Once you qualify for a teaching post, you can work as a teacher in schools such as NVS.
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CTET Salary after 7th Pay Commission

Given below is the CTET salary structure for all – PRT, TGT and PGT teachers that include their basic pay, grade pay allowances, gross salary and net salary. It may be noted that CTET salary slips given below are only indicative and may vary based on post and work experience of a candidate and the school administrative policy.  

CTET Salary for PRT Teacher

Check below in detail about the CTET salary for PRT teacher:

Components

CTET Salary Structure (in INR)

Pay Scale

9,300-34,800

Grade Pay

4,200

Basic Pay after 7th Pay Commission

35,400

HRA

3,240

TA

1,600

Gross Salary (Basic Pay+HRA+TA)

40,240

Net Salary

35,000-37,000

CTET Salary for TGT Teacher

Check below in detail about the CTET salary for TGT teacher:

Components

CTET Salary Structure (in Rs)

Pay Scale

9,300-34,800

Grade Pay

4,600

Basic Pay after 7th Pay Commission

44,900

HRA

3,400

TA

1,600

Gross Salary (Basic Pay+HRA+TA)

49,900

Net Salary

43,000-46,000

Also Read: CTET Admit Card 2024

CTET Salary for PGT Teacher

Check below in detail about the CTET salary for PGT teachers:

Components

CTET Salary Structure (in Rs)

Pay Scale

9,300-34,800

Grade Pay

4,800

Basic Pay after 7th Pay Commission

47,600

HRA

4,350

TA

1,600

Gross Salary (Basic Pay+HRA+TA)

53,550

Net Salary

48,000-50,000

Q:   What is the basic pay of a CTET-qualified TGT teacher?

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The basic pay of a CTET-qualified TGT teacher is about INR 44,900. Check below in detail: Pay Scale- INR 9,300-34,800 Grade Pay- INR 4,600 Basic Pay after 7th Pay Commission- INR 44,900 HRA- INR 3,400 TA- INR 1,600 Gross Salary (Basic Pay+HRA+TA)- INR 49,900 Net Salary- INR 43,000-46,000.
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Q:   What is the basic pay of a CTET-qualified PGT teacher?

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The basic pay of a CTET-qualified PRT teacher is around INR 47,600. Check below in detail: Pay Scale- INR 9,300-34,800 Grade Pay- INR 4,800 Basic Pay after 7th Pay Commission- INR 47,600 HRA- INR 4,350 TA- INR 1,600 Gross Salary (Basic Pay+HRA+TA)- INR 53,550 Net Salary- INR 48,000-50,000.
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Q:   Which schools can I apply to through CTET exam?

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After clearing the CTET exam, you can apply for recruitment in schools controlled by the central government such as KVS and NVS and those under the administrative control of UTs - Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and NCT of Delhi. You can also apply for jobs in private schools accepting CTET scores.
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CTET Qualified Teacher Job Role

The job role of a CTET-qualified candidate varies from school to school. However, given below are a few of the popular job responsibilities that all CTET-qualified teachers have to fulfil:

  • Plan, prepare and present lessons as per the class curriculum
  • Develop students’ abilities and interests and coordinate through creative activities
  • Test and analyse students for their progress in written and oral work
  • Maintain and update attendance records
  • Keep students motivated
  • Involve students in extra-curricular activities

Also Read: CTET 2025

What to do after CTET Exam 2025?

Have a look at the CTET exam scope below in terms of applicability and eligibility:

CTET exam: Candidates who plan to teach Classes 1-5 need to give Paper 1. On the other hand, aspirants who plan to teach Classes 6-8 need to take Paper 2. Candidates who qualify the CTET exam are awarded a CTET eligibility certificate, which is valid for seven years.

School recruitment process: Candidates who clear the CTET results and obtain the eligibility certificate can apply for jobs in schools such as KVS and NVS. They go through their selection process, which typically includes a written test and an interview. If they clear it then they are recruited as a PRT, TGT or PGT teacher at a certain pay scale.

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

CTET-Qualified Teacher Career Growth

Once CTET-qualified teachers are appointed at a certain post, various career opportunities open up for them depending on their skills and work experience. Some of the posts in which teachers can be promoted at schools include:

  • Senior teacher
  • Assistant teacher
  • Headmaster
  • Principal

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CTET Salary 2024 FAQs

Have a look at CTET salary 2024 FAQs below:

Q:   Do candidates surely get a teaching job after qualifying the CTET exam?

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No, after qualifying CTET exam, candidates have to go through the selection process of the school in which they are applying. If they clear the complete selection process framed by the respective recruiting agency, only then they get the job.
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Q:   What all components are included in the pay slip of a CTET-qualified teacher?

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The pay slip of a CTET qualified teacher usually includes the following components- CTET pay scale, grade pay, basic pay, HRA, TA, gross salary and net salary. Once CTET-qualified teachers are appointed at a certain post, various career opportunities open up for them depending on their skill and work experience. Some of the posts in which teachers can be promoted at schools include: Senior teacher Assistant teacher Headmaster Principal.
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Q:   What is CTET exam and its process, when its result will be declared?

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The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). CTET is conducted twice a year to determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers for Classes 1 to 8. The CTET exam involves two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 is for those candidates who wish to teach Classes I-V and Paper 2 is for candidates who want to teach Classes VI-VIII. The candidates aspiring to teach Class I-VIII are required to attempt and clear both papers. In order to perform well in the exam, candidates must do more previous years papers to understand the kind of questions. Use the ctet. nic. in Website to Check the Teacher Eligibility Test Result.
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You can easily find CTET previous year question papers on Shiksha.

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Priya Kumari

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Answered 2 days ago

CTET admit card has already been released on 12 December 2024. Also, the CTET exam was held on 14th December and 15th December 2024.

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Priya Kumari

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Answered 4 days ago

The CTET Paper 1 Set I answer key for December 2024 is available online. You can download it from the official CTET website or from various coaching institutes that provide unofficial answer keys.

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ABHINAV SRIVASTAVA

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Answered 5 days ago

Some popular sources for obtaining the question paper of CTET along with the answer key provided in December 2022 are listed below. This is available on the main website of CTET - ctet.nic.in. Some educational websites and institutes like  Shiksha provide question papers of that particular examinati

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KUMKUM BASWAL

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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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Vikash Kumar Gupta

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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

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Answered 2 weeks 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 Shivam

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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

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Answered 3 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

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Answered 4 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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