CTET 2024 Admit Card

As announced by CBSE, the CTET 2024 admit card will be made available on the official website shortly. On the official website, ctet.nic.in, candidates can download their admit cards. It is mandatory to carry the admit card to the exam center, along with a valid photo ID.

Exam Structure and Timing

The CTET 2024 exam will feature two papers, catering to candidates aiming to teach at different levels:

1. Paper I is for those intending to teach primary classes (Classes I-V).
2. Paper II is designed for aspirants targeting upper primary classes (Classes VI-VIII).

Exam Schedule:

• Paper II: Morning shift (9:30 AM to 12:00 PM).
• Paper I: Afternoon shift (2:30 PM to 5:00 PM).

Both papers will be conducted in offline mode (OMR-based) and will be available in bilingual format (Hindi and English). Applicants must take both exams if they intend to teach at both levels.

CTET 2024 Exam Pattern

The exam will consist of 150 multiple-choice questions divided into sections based on core teaching subjects. Each question carries equal weight, and there will be no negative marking.

• Paper I: Includes subjects like Child Development & Pedagogy, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, and two languages.
• Paper II: Focuses on Child Development & Pedagogy, two languages, and subject-specific questions in either Science/Mathematics or Social Studies.

Application Fee

The application fee for CTET 2024 varied by category:

• General/OBC: ₹1000 for one paper, ₹1200 for both the papers.
• SC/ST/Differently Abled Candidates: ₹500 for one paper, ₹600 for both the papers.

Important Dates for CTET 2024

• City Intimation: December 3, 2024.
• Admit Card Release: December 12, 2024.
• Exam Date: December 14, 2024 (and possibly December 15, 2024).
• Answer Key: Expected by the third week of December 2024.
• Result Announcement: Likely by January 25, 2025.

Final Thoughts

The CTET 2024 is a vital step for aspiring teachers seeking to make a mark in central and government-aided schools. With its comprehensive evaluation and lifetime certification, the CTET empowers educators to pursue stable and rewarding teaching careers. Candidates are encouraged to stay updated by visiting the official website ctet.nic.in for the latest announcements and updates.

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IIM Jammu along with the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chennai welcomed participants to Yuva Sangam Phase-V. The five-day event launch took place at the Mandapam Auditorium of IIM Jammu.

The IIM Jammu program is an initiative under the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ campaign by the education ministry and government of India that aims to exchange mutual understanding among youth from diverse regions of the country.

“The themes of the Yuva Sangam Phase-V program include tourism (Paryatan), people-to-people connect (Paraspar Sampark), traditions (Parampara), development (Pragati), and technology (Prodyogiki),” IIM Jammu statement said.

Other participants were Jabir Ali, the dean of academics, IIM Jammu; V Rajkumar, the chairperson of student affairs; Ashish Kumar, nodal officer at Yuva Sangam 2024; Apurva, the co-chairperson of Student Affairs, IIM Jammu; Sudarshan, faculty member at NITTTR Chennai and Jacqueline Divya Mary, faculty of NITTTR Chennai.

IIM Jammu, NITTTR Chennai: Yuva Sangam Phase-V

The inaugural session allowed for interactions across cultures, underlined by the institute’s infrastructure and active participation in national initiatives. The programs also include visits to all the iconic landmarks of such as Raghunath Temple, Amar Mahal Palace Museum, and Suchetgarh Border to give participants an idea about the rich heritage of Jammu, said the IIM Jammu statement.

As per the statement of IIM Jammu, cultural exchange will be promoted through interactive programs at institutions like Jammu University and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), people-to-people connections and other theme programs will be held.

On the last day, a plantation drive at IIM Jammu is also scheduled which will emphasize the importance of sustainability and environmental consciousness.

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BS Sahay the director of IIM Jammu highlighted that this IIM Jammu aimed to create unity, cultural understanding, and national integration through programs like Yuva Sangam. He acknowledged the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this very program.

Sudarshan Kumar faculty of NITTTR Chennai thanked the govt of India, the ministry of Education, and the director of IIM Jammu for his support since this is the first-ever initiative of participants to seek insight.

Conclusion

Yuva Sangam Phase-V at IIM Jammu, in collaboration with NITTTR Chennai, manifests the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.’ Through its carefully designed programs and cultural exchange, it has successfully established an impactful platform for developing national unity, mutual understanding, and environmental consciousness. As this initiative grows, it keeps on highlighting the pivotal role of education in bridging cultures and building a stronger, united India.