Central Board of Secondary Education has released the official cut off 2024 along with the result for the December session of the CTET or Central Teacher Eligibility Test. Candidates can now check scores and minimum qualifying marks after exams, and results are available on the official website for CTET: ctet.nic.in.
Key Highlights of CTET Cut Off 2024
- The CTET December session was on December 14, 2024.
- The qualifying marks differ from category to category:
- General Category: 90 out of 150 marks (60%)
OBC/SC/ST/PwD Categories: 82 out of 150 marks (55%)
The marks remain the same for both male and female candidates
The candidates securing minimum qualifying marks can apply for teaching positions from Class 1 up to Class 8 in Govt. schools
Detailed CTET Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks (Out of 150) | Minimum Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 | 60% |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 82 | 55% |
Understanding CTET Papers and Their Importance
The CTET exam consists of two papers
Paper 1: The applicants who wish to teach classes 1-5
Paper 2: The applicants who wish to teach classes 6-8
Each paper has 150 multiple-choice questions with one mark each. The same qualifying criterion applies to both papers under the candidate’s category.
Steps to Check CTET Cut Off Marks
- Follow these simple steps to view the official CTET Cut Off:
- Visit the official website of CTET: ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the link for “CTET Cut Off Marks” on the homepage.
- The cut-off marks will open in a PDF format. Save it for future reference.
Factors Affecting CTET Cut Off
- The CTET cut-off is determined by the following factors:
- Total number of candidates appearing for the exam.
- The difficulty level of the paper.
Previous Year CTET Cut Off Trends
To gauge the consistency of cut-off marks, here’s a glance at last year’s qualifying scores:
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
| General | 90 |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 82 |
Steps after Qualifying CTET
The students who qualify for the cut-off marks will receive a lifetime valid CTET certificate. They can apply for teaching jobs at central government schools, such as Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas, as well as state-run schools with this certificate.
Conclusion
The CTET Cut Off 2024 is a significant milestone for the aspirants who want to secure teaching positions in government schools. Now that the results are out, candidates are advised to check their scores and start preparing for the next phase of their teaching careers.