Revised CTET Eligibility Criteria 2024: Navigating the Path to Teaching Excellence
In a recent development, the Central Board of Secondary
Education (CBSE) has revised the eligibility criteria for the Central Teacher
Eligibility Test (CTET). This pivotal change widens the horizon of eligibility,
incorporating candidates pursuing or enrolled in any Teacher Training Course
(TTC). The move aims to make the teaching profession more accessible to
aspiring educators.
CTET Eligibility Criteria: An Overview
Before aspiring teachers embark on their CTET journey, it's
essential to understand the revised eligibility criteria for both Paper 1 and
Paper 2. The criteria are nuanced, catering to diverse educational backgrounds
and experiences.
CTET 2023 Eligibility for Paper 1: Shaping Primary
Educators
Candidates aspiring to teach classes 1 to 5 must meet the
following eligibility criteria:
1.
Educational Qualification Options:
·
Senior Secondary or its equivalent with a
minimum of 50% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 2-year
Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
·
Senior Secondary or its equivalent with a
minimum of 45% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 2-year
D.El.Ed.
·
Senior Secondary or its equivalent with a
minimum of 50% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 4-year
Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
·
Senior Secondary or its equivalent with a
minimum of 50% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 2-year
Diploma in Education (D.Ed).
·
Bachelor’s degree with a B.Ed degree.
CTET Eligibility for Paper 2: Nurturing Upper Primary
Educators
Candidates aspiring to teach classes 6 to 8 should meet the
following eligibility criteria:
1.
Educational Qualification Options:
·
Graduation degree passed or appearing in the
final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
·
Graduation degree with 50% marks and cleared or
appearing in the final year exam of B.Ed.
·
Graduation degree with 40% marks and cleared or
appearing in the final year exam of B.Ed, in accordance with NCTE regulations.
·
Senior Secondary or its equivalent with a
minimum of 50% marks and cleared or appearing in the final year exam of a
4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
·
Senior Secondary or its equivalent with 50%
marks and cleared or appearing in the final year exam of B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed or
B.A/B.Sc.Ed.
·
Graduation degree with 50% marks and cleared or
appearing in a 1-year B.Ed program.
CTET: Empowering Future Educators
The revision in CTET eligibility criteria is a progressive
step towards inclusivity, encouraging a broader spectrum of individuals to
venture into the noble profession of teaching. Aspiring educators should
meticulously examine these criteria, ensuring they meet the necessary qualifications
before embarking on the CTET journey. With teaching being a cornerstone of
societal development, CTET plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of
education in India.
