CTET Exam Analysis 2024 Paper 1 (14 December): Question Paper PDF & Difficulty Level

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2024 ( CTET )

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CTET Exam Analysis 2024 (Paper 1): The CBSE conducted the CTET exam on December 14, 2024. The CTET Paper 1 analysis and review is provided below. The section-wise as well as the overall difficulty level of the CTET Dec 2024 question paper is shared based on candidates’ feedback. Download the CTET question paper PDF 2024 for Paper 1 below.

CTET Exam Analysis 2024 Paper 1 (14 Dec)

CTET Exam Analysis 2024 Paper 1 (14 Dec)

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the 20th edition of the CTET 2024 exam on December 14, 2024. The CTET exam was held in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 shift was conducted from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. The CTET exam analysis 2024 is provided here based on student reactions. Shiksha.com reached out to the students at the exam centres to get the real-time CTET exam analysis and review.

Also Read: CTET Exam Analysis 2024 Paper 2 (14 December): Difficulty Level of Question Paper

The CTET question paper 2024 analysis for Paper 1 is provided here section-wise for Child Development and Pedagogy (CDP), Language I, Language II, Mathematics and Environmental Science (EVS). Candidates can go through the detailed analysis below.

Q:   Which subject holds maximum weightage in CTET exam?

A:
Almost all the sections of the CTET exam hold equal weightage. In CTET Paper 1, all subjects including Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies hold equal weightage. However, in CTET Paper 2, the Mathematics & Science and Social Studies/Social Science section holds maximum weightage of 60 marks.

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.

Q:   Is 120 a good score in CTET?

A:

Yes, scoring 120 marks in the CTET exam is a good score. The CBSE has fixed the minimum qualifying marks for the CTET exam. The CTET passing marks for General category candidates are 90 and for SC/ ST/ OBC are 82. Candidates who obtain more than 100 marks in the CTET exam are considered as good scorers. So, 120 is a good CTET score. The CTET exam carries a total 150 marks.

Also Read: CTET Answer Key 2024 Today (14 Dec) LIVE Updates

CTET Exam Pattern 2024 for Paper 1

Before going through the CTET paper analysis, have a look at the CTET exam pattern for Paper 1 below.

Subjects

Number of Questions

Total Marks

Child Development and Pedagogy

30

30

Language-I

30

30

Language-II

30

30

Mathematics

30

30

Environmental Studies

30

30

Total

150

150

Also Read: CTET Syllabus 2024

CTET Exam Analysis 2024 (Paper 1): Overall Difficulty Level

The CTET exam analysis 2024 for Paper 1 in terms of the difficulty level of each section will soon be shared below.

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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

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CTET Paper Analysis 2024: Section-Wise Topics

The section-wise CTET exam analysis 2024 for Paper 1 is shared here:

CTET Exam 2024 Analysis: Child Development & Pedagogy

The CTET CDP analysis 2024 of Paper 1:

Topics

Number of Questions

Vygotsky

1-2

Piaget Theory

3-4

Kohlberg

1-2

Learning Difficulties

1-2

Assertion & Reasoning

1-2

Evaluation

1-2

Language Development

1-2

Inclusive Education

1-2

Attribution Theory of Motivation

1-2

Formative Assessment

1-2

Heredity

1-2

Progressive Education

1-2

Gardener Intelligence

1-2

CTET Exam Analysis 2024 for Languages I & II: English & Hindi

Have a look at the CTET analysis for Hindi and English Languages of Paper 1 below:

Topics

No. Of Questions

Reading Comprehension

9-10

Poem

7-8

English/ Hindi Pedagogy

15

CTET Maths Question Paper Analysis 2024

The CTET paper analysis 2024 for Maths section is shared below:

Topics

No. Of Questions

Decimal

1-2

Data Interpretation

1-2

Subtraction

1

Equation

1-2

Number system

1-2

Fractions

1

Geometry

3-4

Maths Pedagogy

10

Q:   How can I start preparation for the CTET exam?

A:
You can start CTET preparation by thoroughly going through the CTET exam pattern and CTET syllabus. The CTET exam pattern makes candidates familiar with the structure of question paper. On the other hand, CTET syllabus makes candidates aware of the topics from which questions are asked in the exam. After going through the exam pattern and syllabus, candidates should ensure studying each topic prescribed by the CBSE in the CTET syllabus.

Q:   Is CTET a tough exam?

A:
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.

Q:   Is CTET a recruitment exam?

A:
No, CTET is not a recruitment exam but an eligibility test. Candidates qualifying the CTET exam are not given direct jobs. However, they get eligible to apply for teacher recruitment in various government and private schools. Candidates have to go through the recruitment process of the particular school in which they are applying to get job.

Q:   How can I crack CTET in one month?

A:
You can crack the CTET exam in one month by creating a time-table in a way that you study each and every topic prescribed in CTET syllabus and devoting the last 10-12 days of your time to solve the CTET question papers and sample papers. Analyse the question papers that you solve, identify your weak areas and study them again. Keep repeating the process.

Q:   How can I prepare for the CTET exam in 10 days?

A:
Candidates can prepare for CTET in 10 days, given that they devote each and every minute towards the exam preparation. Firstly, understand the CTET exam pattern and syllabus well. Spend more time on topics that you are less confident with. Attempt at least two CTET question papers daily in the last one week of the exam.

CTET EVS 2024 Analysis

Have a look at the analysis of the CTET EVS section below:

Topics

No. Of Questions

Blood vessels

1-2

Species

1-2

Birds

2-3

Earth

1-2

Volcano

1-2

Time

1-2

Travel

1-2

Heat conductors

1-2

EVS Pedagogy

10

CTET Answer Key 2024 (Paper 1): Download PDF

The unofficial CTET answer key 2024 for Paper 1 will be released by various coaching centres soon after the exam. the unofficial CTET answer key PDF will be provided below. The official CTET Dec answer key PDF 2024 for Paper 1 will be out soon.

Paper Name

Answer Key

CTET Paper 1 Answer Key 2024 (14 December)

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CTET Question Paper 2024 Paper 1 All Sets

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