{"id":48544,"date":"2023-07-27T11:31:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-27T06:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/?p=48544"},"modified":"2026-05-23T06:43:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T01:13:55","slug":"ctet-subjects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/","title":{"rendered":"CTET Subjects 2026: Complete Guide for Paper 1 &#038; 2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"Article\",\n  \"headline\": \"CTET Subjects 2026: Complete Guide for Paper 1 & 2\",\n  \"description\": \"Comprehensive guide to CTET subjects for Paper 1 and Paper 2, including exam structure and preparation tips for the 2026 exam.\",\n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"KopyKitab\"\n  },\n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"KopyKitab\",\n    \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\"\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2026-05-23\",\n  \"dateModified\": \"2026-05-23\"\n}\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"freshness-block\" style=\"background:#e8f5e9;padding:15px;border-left:4px solid #4caf50;margin:20px 0;border-radius:4px;\">\n<strong>Last Updated:<\/strong> May 23, 2026 | This article has been updated with the latest information for 2026.\n<\/div>\n<p><img alt=\"CTET Subjects\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-116763\" height=\"675\" loading=\"eager\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Subjects.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Subjects.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Subjects-768x432.png 768w\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"key-takeaways\" style=\"background:#e3f2fd;padding:20px;border-left:4px solid #1976d2;margin:20px 0;border-radius:4px;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;color:#1565c0;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"key-takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:20px;\">\n<li>CTET Subjects List 2026<\/li>\n<li>Exam Pattern and Structure<\/li>\n<li>CTET Child Development Pedagogy<\/li>\n<li>CTET Language I \/ Language II<\/li>\n<li>CTET Environmental Science<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>CTET subjects<\/strong> for 2026 remain consistent with the established pattern. The Central Teaching Eligibility Test (<strong>CTET<\/strong>) is a national-level examination conducted by CBSE to certify the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions at the <strong>Primary<\/strong> and <strong>Upper Primary levels<\/strong>. The exam is typically held <strong>twice<\/strong> a year, with the next session scheduled for July 2026.<\/p>\n<p>We have created this comprehensive article to provide you with complete details about CTET subjects for Paper 1 &amp; Paper 2, helping you understand the exam structure and prepare effectively for your teaching career.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_47_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\" id=\"ez-toc-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" href=\"#\"><label aria-label=\"Table of Content\" for=\"item-6a10fe1fb183e\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg class=\"list-377408\" fill=\"none\" height=\"20px\" style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#ctet-subjects-list-2026\" title=\"CTET Subjects List 2026\">CTET Subjects List 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#exam-pattern-and-structure\" title=\"Exam Pattern and Structure\">Exam Pattern and Structure<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#ctet-child-development-pedagogy\" title=\"CTET Child Development Pedagogy\">CTET Child Development Pedagogy<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#ctet-language-i-language-ii\" title=\"CTET Language I \/ Language II\">CTET Language I \/ Language II<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#ctet-environmental-science\" title=\"CTET Environmental Science\">CTET Environmental Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#ctet-mathematics\" title=\"CTET Mathematics \">CTET Mathematics <\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#ctet-science\" title=\"CTET Science\">CTET Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#ctet-social-science\" title=\"CTET Social Science\">CTET Social Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#other-important-links-for-ctet-exam-2026\" title=\"Other Important Links for CTET Exam 2026\">Other Important Links for CTET Exam 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#faq-ctet-subjects\" title=\"FAQ- CTET Subjects\">FAQ- CTET Subjects<\/a>\n<ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\">\n<li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#how-many-subjects-are-there-in-ctet\" title=\"How many subjects are there in CTET?\">How many subjects are there in CTET?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#is-maths-compulsory-for-ctet\" title=\"Is Maths compulsory for CTET?\">Is Maths compulsory for CTET?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#how-many-languages-are-there-in-ctet\" title=\"How many languages are there in CTET?\">How many languages are there in CTET?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#which-is-the-highest-scoring-section-in-the-ctet-exam\" title=\"Which is the highest-scoring section in the CTET exam?\">Which is the highest-scoring section in the CTET exam?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#which-section-of-the-ctet-paper-ii-carries-maximum-weightage\" title=\"Which section of the CTET Paper-II carries maximum weightage?\">Which section of the CTET Paper-II carries maximum weightage?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#will-there-be-a-different-syllabus-for-ctet-paper-i-and-paper-ii\" title=\"Will there be a different syllabus for CTET Paper I and Paper II?\">Will there be a different syllabus for CTET Paper I and Paper II?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#is-paper-i-difficult-as-compared-to-ctet-paper-ii\" title=\"Is Paper I difficult as compared to CTET Paper II?\">Is Paper I difficult as compared to CTET Paper II?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-subjects\/#what-is-the-most-important-subject-for-ctet\" title=\"What is the most important subject For CTET?\">What is the most important subject For CTET?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ctet-subjects-list-2026\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CTET-subjects-list-2026\"><\/span><strong>CTET Subjects List 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CTET subjects are designed to assess your teaching competency at different levels. The exam consists of two separate papers \u2014 Paper 1 for primary classes and Paper 2 for upper primary classes. Here&#8217;s what you need to know about the subject structure:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-child-development-and-pedagogy\/\">Child Development and Pedagogy<\/a> \u2014 present in both papers<\/li>\n<li>Language I \u2014 compulsory in both papers<\/li>\n<li>Language II \u2014 compulsory in both papers<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-environmental-sciences\/\">Environmental Sciences<\/a> \u2014 only in Paper 1<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-maths-syllabus\/\">Mathematics<\/a> \u2014 present in both papers with different difficulty levels<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-science\/\">Science<\/a> \u2014 only in Paper 2<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-social-science-syllabus-books-notes-papers\/\">Social Science<\/a> \u2014 only in Paper 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The key difference lies in the target teaching levels:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Paper 1<\/strong>: For teaching classes 1\u20135 (Primary level)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Paper 2<\/strong>: For teaching classes 6-8 (Upper Primary level)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Both Papers<\/strong>: If you want to teach all classes from 1-8, you must appear for both papers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most aspirants wonder about the difficulty level. Paper 2 generally requires deeper subject knowledge since you&#8217;ll be teaching older students who ask more complex questions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/CTET\/Study-Packages\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: auto; padding: 18px; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; border-radius: 40px; text-decoration-line: underline; color: #ffffff; background: #ff4500; box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.25) 0px 2px 6px 0px;\" target=\"_blank\">Download CTET Exam Study Materials<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"exam-pattern-and-structure\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"exam-pattern-and-structure\"><\/span><strong>Exam Pattern and Structure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The CTET exam pattern remains unchanged for 2026, maintaining the same structure that has been followed in previous years. Understanding this pattern is crucial for effective preparation. The exam is conducted in both English and Hindi \u2014 candidates uncomfortable with English can easily opt for Hindi medium.<\/p>\n<p>Each paper consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with 1 mark per correct answer. There&#8217;s no negative marking, which means you should attempt all questions. Both papers are conducted independently, and candidates get <strong>2.5 hours<\/strong> to complete each paper.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the detailed breakdown of both papers:<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: 1219px;\" width=\"555\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"5\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 99.7516%;\" width=\"552\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>CTET Paper I Exam Subjects<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.6584%;\" width=\"186\">\n<p><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p><strong>Number of MCQs<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.4286%;\" width=\"182\">\n<p><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 105px;\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 105px; width: 34.6584%;\" width=\"186\">\n<p>Child Development and Pedagogy<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 105px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 105px; width: 31.4286%;\" width=\"182\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.6584%;\" width=\"186\">\n<p>Language I<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.4286%;\" width=\"182\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.6584%;\" width=\"186\">\n<p>Language II<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.4286%;\" width=\"182\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.6584%;\" width=\"186\">\n<p>Mathematics<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.4286%;\" width=\"182\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.6584%;\" width=\"186\">\n<p>Environmental Studies -EVS<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.4286%;\" width=\"182\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.6584%;\" width=\"186\">\n<p><strong>Total<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p><strong>150<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.4286%;\" width=\"182\">\n<p><strong>150<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td colspan=\"5\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 99.7516%;\" width=\"555\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>CTET Paper II Exam Subjects<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.5528%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"181\">\n<p><strong>Number of MCQs<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.5342%;\" width=\"192\">\n<p><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 105px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 105px; width: 31.5528%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>Child Development and Pedagogy<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 105px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"181\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 105px; width: 34.5342%;\" width=\"192\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.5528%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>Language I<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"181\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.5342%;\" width=\"192\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.5528%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>Language II<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"181\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.5342%;\" width=\"192\">\n<p>30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 105px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 105px; width: 31.5528%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p>Mathematics and Science OR Social Studies<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 105px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"181\">\n<p>60<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 105px; width: 34.5342%;\" width=\"192\">\n<p>60<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px; width: 31.5528%;\" width=\"183\">\n<p><strong>Total<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 33.6646%;\" width=\"181\">\n<p><strong>150<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" style=\"height: 71px; width: 34.5342%;\" width=\"192\">\n<p><strong>150<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The exam is conducted by CBSE and the certificate remains valid for 7 years from the date of declaration of results. This gives you ample time to secure a teaching position after clearing the exam.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ctet-child-development-pedagogy\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CTET-child-development-pedagogy\"><\/span><strong>CTET Child Development Pedagogy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Child Development and Pedagogy forms the backbone of both CTET papers. This section tests your understanding of educational psychology and teaching methodologies. The focus areas differ slightly between the two papers:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Paper 1<\/strong>: Covers development and learning of children aged 6-11 years<br \/>\n<strong>Paper 2<\/strong>: Covers development and learning of children aged 11-14 years<\/p>\n<p>The main emphasis is on understanding child psychology, learning processes, and how to create an inclusive learning environment. You&#8217;ll encounter questions about different learning disabilities, how children from diverse backgrounds learn, and effective teaching strategies.<\/p>\n<p>One important tip \u2014 this section often becomes the highest-scoring area for most candidates because the concepts are practical and relatable to real teaching scenarios.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: 1136px;\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td rowspan=\"7\" style=\"height: 497px;\">\n<p><strong>Child Development<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Piaget\u2019s Theory of Cognitive Theory<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Kohlberg\u2019s Theory of Development<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Vygotsky\u2019s Socio-Culture Theory<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Intelligence Theory and Concept<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Assessment and Evaluation<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Child-centered and progressive education<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Influence of Heredity &amp; Environment<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td rowspan=\"4\" style=\"height: 284px;\">\n<p><strong>Concept of Inclusive Education<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Inclusive Education<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Children with learning difficulties, impairments<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Disadvantaged and deprived children<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Specially abled Learners<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td rowspan=\"5\" style=\"height: 355px;\">\n<p><strong>Learning and Pedagogy<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Learning theories<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Motivation and learning<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Pedagogical Issues<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>How children think and learn<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 71px;\">\n<p>Factors contributing to learning<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ctet-language-i-language-ii\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CTET-language-i-language-ii\"><\/span><strong>CTET Language I \/ Language II<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Language papers in CTET are designed to test your proficiency in two different languages. During application, you&#8217;ll select two languages from the available options. Here&#8217;s what you should know:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Language I<\/strong>: This tests your proficiency in the language that will be your medium of instruction. The questions focus on language competency, comprehension, and grammar.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Language II<\/strong>: This assesses your ability to teach a second language to students. The emphasis is on communication skills, language pedagogy, and comprehension abilities.<\/p>\n<p>The available languages for CTET 2026 include:<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\"><strong>Code No.<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\"><strong>Language<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\"><strong>Code No.<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\"><strong>Language<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">1<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">English<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">11<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Marathi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">2<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Hindi<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">12<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Mizo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">3<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Assamese<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">13<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Nepali<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">4<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Bengali<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">14<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Oriya<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">5<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Garo<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">15<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Punjabi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">6<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Gujarati<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">16<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Sanskrit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">7<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Kannada<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">17<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Tamil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">8<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Khasi<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">18<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Telugu<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">9<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Malayalam<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">19<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Tibetan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">10<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2474px;\">Manipuri<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 68.2552px;\">20<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 148.086px;\">Urdu<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Both languages must be different \u2014 you cannot choose the same language for Language I and Language II. Most candidates prefer Hindi and English combination, but you&#8217;re free to choose any two languages based on your comfort and the job requirements in your preferred state.<\/p>\n<p><strong>English Language Syllabus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table width=\"525\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"4\">\n<p><strong>English Pedagogy<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Language Skills<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Learning and acquisition<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Role of listening and speaking<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Teaching-learning materials<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hindi Language Syllabus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table width=\"512\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"4\">\n<p><strong>Hindi Pedagogy<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>\u092d\u093e\u0937\u093e \u0935\u093f\u0915\u093e\u0938 \u0915\u093e \u0936\u093f\u0915\u094d\u0937\u093e-\u0936\u093e\u0938\u094d\u0924\u094d\u0930<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>\u092d\u093e\u0937\u093e \u0915\u094c\u0936\u0932<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>\u0909\u092a\u091a\u093e\u0930\u093e\u0924\u094d\u092e\u0915 \u0905\u0927\u094d\u092f\u093e\u092a\u0928<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>\u092d\u093e\u0937\u093e \u092a\u095d\u093e\u0928\u0947 \u0915\u0940 \u091a\u0941\u0928\u094c\u0924\u093f\u092f\u093e\u0902<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ctet-environmental-science\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CTET-environmental-science\"><\/span><strong>CTET Environmental Science<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Environmental Studies appears only in Paper 1, making it unique to primary-level teaching aspirants. This subject combines elements of science and social studies, presenting them in an integrated manner suitable for young learners.<\/p>\n<p>The questions test your conceptual understanding, problem-solving abilities, and pedagogical knowledge. Everything is based on the NCERT curriculum for classes I-V, so your preparation should focus on these textbooks.<\/p>\n<p>Environmental Studies questions often relate to real-life situations that children encounter. For example, you might get questions about family structures, local community helpers, plants and animals in the immediate environment, or basic concepts of health and hygiene.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table width=\"545\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"4\">\n<p><strong>Environmental Science Content\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Shelter<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Food &amp; Nutrition<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Flora &amp; Fauna<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Water<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"4\">\n<p><strong>Environmental Science Pedagogy\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Approaches &amp; Method of EVS Teaching<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Environmental Studies &amp; Education<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>EVS Relation to Other Subjects<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Learning Principles<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ctet-mathematics\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CTET-mathematics\"><\/span><strong>CTET Mathematics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mathematics is a compulsory subject in both CTET papers, but the complexity level differs significantly. Paper 1 focuses on basic mathematical concepts suitable for primary classes, while Paper 2 covers more advanced topics for upper primary levels.<\/p>\n<p>The questions are designed to test three key areas: conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and pedagogical knowledge. You need to know not just the mathematical concepts but also how to teach them effectively to children.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mathematics for CTET Paper-1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Paper 1 mathematics covers fundamental concepts that primary school teachers need to master. The topics are basic but require clear conceptual understanding since you&#8217;ll be building the foundation for young learners.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table width=\"521\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"5\">\n<p><strong>Mathematics Content\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Decimal Numbers<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Mathematical Formulae<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Fraction<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>HCF and LCM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Geometry<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">\n<p><strong>Mathematics Pedagogy\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Nature of Mathematics<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Problems Related to Mathematics<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Diagnostic and Remedial Teaching<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Mathematics for CTET Paper-2<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Paper 2 mathematics is more challenging and covers topics that upper primary students study. The pedagogical aspect becomes even more important here as you need to explain complex concepts in simple terms.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table width=\"524\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">\n<p><strong>Mathematics Content\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Number System<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Simplification<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Algebra<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Problems based on Arithmetic<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Mensuration<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Data Handling<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">\n<p><strong>Mathematics Pedagogy\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Place of Mathematics in Curriculum<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Evaluation<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Error Analysis<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ctet-science\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CTET-science\"><\/span><strong>CTET Science<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Science appears only in Paper 2, designed for those who want to teach upper primary classes. The subject covers physics, chemistry, and biology concepts from the NCERT syllabus for classes VI-VIII.<\/p>\n<p>The questions focus on conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization. You&#8217;ll encounter problems that require analytical thinking and the ability to connect scientific concepts with everyday phenomena.<\/p>\n<p>What makes CTET science unique is its emphasis on pedagogy. You&#8217;re not just expected to know scientific facts but also understand how to make science interesting and comprehensible for children aged 11-14 years.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table width=\"532\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"5\">\n<p><strong>Science Content\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>How things work<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Moving things, people, and ideas<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Food and\u00a0Diseases<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Human Physiology<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Kingdoms of life<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"5\">\n<p><strong>Science Pedagogy\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Aims &amp; Objectives of Science<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Evaluation (Science)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Innovation<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Methods of Science<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Understanding &amp; Appreciating Science<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ctet-social-science\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CTET-social-science\"><\/span><strong>CTET Social Science<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Social Science is the other option available in Paper 2 (candidates choose either Mathematics &amp; Science OR Social Science). This subject integrates history, geography, political science, and economics as taught in classes VI-VIII.<\/p>\n<p>The questions test your knowledge of historical events, geographical concepts, civic responsibilities, and basic economic principles. The focus is on understanding rather than memorizing dates and facts.<\/p>\n<p>Social Science questions often connect with current affairs and real-world applications. For instance, you might get questions about democratic processes, environmental conservation, or historical events that shaped modern India.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto\">\n<table width=\"532\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"4\">\n<p><strong>Social Science Content\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Ancient History<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Medieval History<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Geography<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Indian Polity &amp; Constitution<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">\n<p><strong>Social Science Pedagogy\u2019s Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Concept &amp; Nature of Social Science<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Project Work &amp; Evaluation<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>Critical Thinking<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"table-source\" style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;margin-top:5px;\"><em>Source: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as per official notification<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"other-important-links-for-ctet-exam-2026\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"other-important-links-for-CTET-exam-2026\"><\/span><strong>Other Important Links for CTET Exam 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To boost your CTET 2026 preparation, refer to these comprehensive resources. The <a href=\"https:\/\/ctet.nic.in\/webinfo\/Public\/Home.aspx\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">official CTET website<\/a> provides the most accurate and updated information about exam schedules and notifications.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-exam-dates\/\">CTET Exam Dates<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-application-form\/\">CTET Application Form<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-eligibility\/\">CTET Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-syllabus\/\">CTET Syllabus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-exam-pattern\/\">CTET Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-preparation-tips\/\">CTET Preparation Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-admit-card\/\">CTET Admit Card<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-exam-centers\/\">CTET Exam Centers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-exam-analysis\/\">CTET Exam Analysis<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-answer-key\/\">CTET Answer Key<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-result\/\">CTET Result<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-cut-off\/\">CTET Cut-Off<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/ctet-selection-process\/\">CTET Selection Process<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/career-options-after-ctet-exam\/\">CTET Salary and Job Profile<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additionally, keep checking the <a href=\"https:\/\/cbse.gov.in\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">CBSE official website<\/a> for any updates regarding exam notifications, as CBSE is the conducting authority for CTET.<\/p>\n<p>We have covered the complete guide on CTET subjects for 2026. The exam structure remains consistent with previous years, giving you the advantage of referring to past papers and analysis for better preparation. Remember that consistent practice and understanding of child psychology are key to cracking this exam.<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-articles\" style=\"background:#fff3e0;padding:20px;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;margin:24px 0;border-radius:4px;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;color:#e65100;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"you-may-also-like\"><\/span>You May Also Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"list-style:none;margin:0;padding:0;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/category\/ctet\/\" style=\"color:#1565c0;text-decoration:none;font-weight:500;\">\u2192 CTET Preparation Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/category\/ctet\/\" style=\"color:#1565c0;text-decoration:none;font-weight:500;\">\u2192 CTET Study Materials<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/category\/ctet\/\" style=\"color:#1565c0;text-decoration:none;font-weight:500;\">\u2192 Teaching Exam Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/blog\/category\/exam-preparation\/\" style=\"color:#1565c0;text-decoration:none;font-weight:500;\">\u2192 Exam Preparation Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta-box\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#e8f5e9,#c8e6c9);padding:24px;border-radius:8px;margin:24px 0;text-align:center;border:1px solid #a5d6a7;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#2e7d32;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"explore-study-materials\"><\/span>Explore Study Materials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;color:#333;\">Get comprehensive study materials, practice tests, and expert guides for your exam preparation.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kopykitab.com\/competitive-exam-books\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2e7d32;color:#fff;padding:12px 32px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;\">Browse Study Materials \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq-ctet-subjects\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq-CTET-subjects\"><\/span>FAQ- CTET Subjects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"rank-math-block\" id=\"rank-math-faq\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321155736\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-many-subjects-are-there-in-ctet\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-many-subjects-are-there-in-CTET\"><\/span>How many subjects are there in CTET?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>There are 5 major subject areas in CTET: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, and either Environmental Studies (Paper 1) or Science\/Social Science (Paper 2).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321190332\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-maths-compulsory-for-ctet\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-maths-compulsory-for-CTET\"><\/span>Is Maths compulsory for CTET?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>Yes, Mathematics is compulsory in both CTET Paper I and Paper II. However, the difficulty level and topics vary between the two papers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321241326\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-many-languages-are-there-in-ctet\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-many-languages-are-there-in-CTET\"><\/span>How many languages are there in CTET?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>CTET offers 20 language options including Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Garo, Gujarati, Kannada, Khasi, Manipuri, Marathi, Mizo, Nepali, Odia, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, Tibetan, Bodo, and Urdu. You must choose two different languages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321338940\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-is-the-highest-scoring-section-in-the-ctet-exam\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-is-the-highest-scoring-section-in-the-CTET-exam\"><\/span>Which is the highest-scoring section in the CTET exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>Child Development &amp; Pedagogy is typically the highest-scoring section in CTET, as per expert analysis and candidate feedback from previous years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321375091\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-section-of-the-ctet-paper-ii-carries-maximum-weightage\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-section-of-the-CTET-paper-ii-carries-maximum-weightage\"><\/span>Which section of the CTET Paper-II carries maximum weightage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>In Paper II, the subject-specific section (Mathematics &amp; Science OR Social Studies\/Social Science) carries maximum weightage with 60 marks out of 150 total marks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321444340\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"will-there-be-a-different-syllabus-for-ctet-paper-i-and-paper-ii\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"will-there-be-a-different-syllabus-for-CTET-paper-i-and-paper-ii\"><\/span>Will there be a different syllabus for CTET Paper I and Paper II?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>The core structure is similar for both papers, but the complexity level and specific topics differ. Paper I focuses on primary level concepts while Paper II covers upper primary level concepts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321490520\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-paper-i-difficult-as-compared-to-ctet-paper-ii\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-paper-i-difficult-as-compared-to-CTET-paper-ii\"><\/span>Is Paper I difficult as compared to CTET Paper II?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>Paper II is generally considered more challenging than Paper I due to higher complexity levels in subject-specific sections and the need for deeper conceptual understanding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rank-math-list-item\" id=\"faq-question-1617321584610\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-most-important-subject-for-ctet\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-most-important-subject-for-CTET\"><\/span>What is the most important subject For CTET?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n<p>Child Development and Pedagogy is considered the most important subject for CTET as it appears in both papers and focuses on core teaching competencies that every educator needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last Updated: May 23, 2026 | This article has been updated with the latest information for 2026. Key Takeaways CTET Subjects List 2026 Exam Pattern and Structure CTET Child Development Pedagogy CTET Language I \/ Language II CTET Environmental Science CTET subjects for 2026 remain consistent with the established pattern. 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