PTET Books 2025: Check best books for exam preparation

Pre-Teacher Education Test 2025 ( PTET )

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Updated on Jan 7, 2025 17:45 IST

Rajasthan PTET Exam Best Books 2025: The Rajasthan Pre-Teacher Education Test (PTET) is a state-level BEd entrance exam that is conducted to shortlist candidates for BEd courses. Aspiring teachers seeking admission into B.Ed. or integrated BA.B.Ed./B.Sc.B.Ed. programs from participating colleges in Rajasthan can apply for the Rajasthan PTET exam. It is one of the highly competitive exams and hence requires a strong commitment towards preparation to have an edge over the competition. In this pursuit, selecting the right study materials is the first step toward taking the Rajasthan PTET exam. By using the best books and resources, candidates can cover the complete syllabus and boost their qualification chances. In this article, candidates can check the best books to prepare for the PTET 2025 exam.

Q:   What are some books for the PTET exam?

A:

Students planning to take the Rajasthan Pre-teachers Eligibility Test (PTET) exam must ensure that they have an effective preparation strategy in mind for the examination as the competition is very tough in this exam. For approximately 4000 seats, there are close to 5 lac applicants. In order to prepare well they need to have certain things in mind and one such thing is the best books.

The books for the PTET exam that students should refer to are mentioned below - 

  • Tips and Techniques in English for Competitive Exams by Disha Experts.
  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by Dr RS Aggarwal.
  • Objective General English by S.P. BakshiLucent’s General Knowledge Perfect Paperback – by Dr. Binay Karna.
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Q:   What are the important topics in Rajasthan PTET?

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To prepare for the Rajasthan PTET exam candidates need to ensure that they are very well aware of some of the important topics. Although the question paper of PTET is fixed as per the syllabus, some of the questions can be dynamic in nature and in order to ready them candidates need to study some of the topics such as - Climate, Drainage, Administration, and Politics of Rajasthan, Current Affairs, Animal Estate, Architecture, Art and Culture, etc. With special reference to the state of Rajasthan.

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Rajasthan PTET 2025 Overview

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Rajasthan Pre-Teacher Education Test (PTET)

Conducting Body

To be announced soon

Courses Offered

2-Year B.Ed. Program - 4-Year Integrated BA.B.Ed./B.Sc.B.Ed.

Type of Examination

BEd Entrance Exam

Exam Level

State-level (Candidates from other states may also apply)

Frequency of Exam

Once a year

Eligibility Criteria

  • For 2-Year B.Ed.: Graduation/Post-Graduation with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
  • For 4-Year BA.B.Ed./B.Sc.B.Ed.: 10+2 with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)

Rajasthan PTET Books

Subjects

Recommended Books

Mental Ability

  • Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal
  • Logical and Analytical Reasoning by K. Gupta
  • PTET Reasoning Guide by Arihant Experts

Teaching Aptitude

  • Teaching Aptitude & Child Development by Arihant Experts 
  • CTET and TETs Guide by R. Gupta 
  • Teaching Aptitude and Attitude Test Book by Pearson

General Awareness

  • Lucent’s General Knowledge
  • Manorama Yearbook
  • Rajasthan PTET General Awareness Guide by Arihant Publications

Language Proficiency (English)

  • Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi (Arihant Publications)
  • High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin 
  • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis

Language Proficiency (Hindi)

  • Samanya Hindi by Lucent Publications
  • Hindi Vyakaran Aur Rachna by Vasudev Nandan Shukla

Books

PTET Solved Papers by Arihant Experts

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Q:   How many subjects are there in PTET exam?

A:

As mentioned in the official notification of PTET released by the exam conducting authority, the Rajasthan PTET has 4 subjects. The four subjects from where the questions will arise in the PTET exam are namely, Mental Ability, Teaching Attitude and aptitude Test, General Awareness and Language Proficiency. Candidates planning to appear in the PTET exam are advised to study all the subjects well in advance and thoroughly to crack the exam.

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Q:   How to prepare for PTET exam?

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The Rajasthan Pre-teacher Eligibility Test (PTET) is one of the highly competitive examinations in the state of Rajasthan. It is advised to the students to prepare for it well in advance. Some of the important preparation tips to prepare for the exam are mentioned below - 

The PTET exam consists of four papers:

  • Mental Ability Test (MAT)

  • Teaching Aptitude Test (TAT)

  • Language Proficiency Test (LPT)

  • General Studies (GS)

Quick preparation tips for Rajasthan PTET - 

  • So before starting the preparations candidates are advised to understand the syllabus and the exam pattern first in order to know the subjects and topics on which the question paper will be based.

  • Secondly, they need to make a proper schedule and stick to a routine on a daily basis to study. They must ensure that they commit at least 4-5 hours on a daily basis for the PTET exam preparations.

  • Refer to the books while preparing for the PTET examination.

  • Solve previous year's question papers of PTET to prepare well.

  • Do a self-analysis to know your weak and strong points and make study plans accordingly.

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Additional Resources for PTET Preparation

Along with the books for the PTET exam candidates must refer to additional resources during preparation. From the following pointers we have shared some of the additional resources that candidates can refer to - 

  1. Previous Year Question Papers:
    • Candidates must practice past years’ question papers to understand the exam pattern, difficulty level of the exam and increase the question solving ability. 
  2. Mock Tests and Online Resources:
    Candidates can solve mock tests to get a real exam-like feel.
  3. General Tips and Tricks:
    • Allot equal time to each section during PTET preparation.
    • Focus on the weak areas more and improve time management through regular practice without side-lining the strong areas.
    • Stay updated with Rajasthan-specific current affairs.

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Q:   How many questions are asked in Rajasthan PTET exam?

A:

There are total 200 questions asked in Rajasthan PTET exam. Candidates need to download the Rajasthan PTET brochure from the official website to know in detail about the Rajasthan PTET exam pattern and syllabus. 

Sections 

Total Questions 

Total Marks 

Mental Ability 

50 

150 

Teaching attitude & Aptitude Test 

50 

150 

General Awareness 

50 

150 

Language Proficiency 

50 

150 

Total 

200 

600

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Q:   In which language Rajasthan PTET exam is conducted?

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Rajsathan PTET exam is conducted in English and Hindi medium. Candidates need to select the language of their choice while filling the application form of PTET application form. Candidates will get the question paper inthe language of their choice filled in the application form.  

Exam Particulars 

Exam Statistics 

Exam Medium 

English & Hindi 

Exam Mode 

Offline

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Rajasthan PTET Syllabus and Exam Pattern

Candidates need to know the exam pattern and the syllabus before starting their preparation. From the following table, we have shared in brief the exam pattern and the subjects on which the question paper will be based.

Particulars

Details

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen-and-paper-based)

Exam Duration

3 hours

Languages

Bilingual (English and Hindi)

Total Questions

200 Questions

Total Marks

600 Marks

Marking Scheme

+3 for each correct answer, no negative marking

Subjects/Sections

  • Mental Ability
  • Teaching Aptitude
  • General Awareness
  • Language Proficiency (English/Hindi)

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Q:   Is there negative marking in PTET?

A:

No, as per the official notification released by the exam conducting authority there is no negative marking in the exam. Out of the 4 options available, candidates will have to choose the correct answer and mark it in the OMR sheet provided. For each correct answer, 3 marks will be awarded and there will be no negative marking in the paper. For an unattempted question also, there will be 0 marks granted. Hence, candidates have the freedom to answer the question without fearing for minus marking,

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Q:   How many marks required for PTET?

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As per the past year facts, the minimum marks required to qualify in the PTET exam are mentioned as below - 

Category

Male

Female

General

342

336

OBC

324

318

SC

302

290

ST

285

278

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FAQs related to the Rajasthan PTET Books 2025

Check here for additional FAQs related to the books of Rajasthan PTET 2025 -

Q:   How do I start preparing for Ptet?

A:

To start preparing for the PTET exam candidates need to first make sure that they are very well versed with the exam pattern and the syllabus of the PTET exam. Candidates can then download the previous year question papers and solve them on a regular basis atleast 30 days prior to the exam.

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Q:   How many subjects are there in PTET exam?

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As mentioned in the official notification of PTET released by the exam conducting authority, the Rajasthan PTET has 4 subjects. The four subjects from where the questions will arise in the PTET exam are namely, Mental Ability, Teaching Attitude and aptitude Test, General Awareness and Language Proficiency. Candidates planning to appear in the PTET exam are advised to study all the subjects well in advance and thoroughly to crack the exam.

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Q:   What is the syllabus for Rajasthan PTET?

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As per the official syllabus of PTET the questions will be based on topics such as - Mental Ability (Reasoning, Imagination, Judgment, and Decision Making), Teaching Attitude and Aptitude (Leadership, Communication, Awareness), along with these there will also be questions from sections like General Awareness (Current Affairs, Indian History, Rajasthan Culture), and Language Proficiency (Grammar, Comprehension, Vocabulary). Candidates preparing for the PTET exam are advised to go through the detailed syllabus of PTET and be familiar with the subjects they need to cover.

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Yes, Shri Ratanlal Kanwarlal Patni Mahila Mahavidyalaya accepts PTET scores for admission to BEd courses. To be eligible candidates must pass graduation degree from a recognised university. Candidates must apply and appear for the PTET score and score good aggregate to grab the seat.

 

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    3.5

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