What is CGTET?
The Chhattisgarh Teacher Eligibility Test (CGTET) is a state-level competitive mandatory minimum qualification examination conducted yearly by the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CPEB), Raipur.
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The CGTET examination is conducted to recruit eligible candidates as teachers in all the private and government schools in Chhattisgarh.
The CGTET examination is divided into two main essential papers:
- Paper I for Teaching Primary Classes (I-V)
- Paper-II for Upper Primary Classes (VI-VII)
Candidates preparing to appear for CGTET exams 2021-2022 must familiarise themselves with the CGTET syllabus and topics before preparing for the exam. Having a detailed understanding of the syllabus helps the candidates answer all the exam questions well. Read how to become a teacher.
In this article, we will provide you with everything about the CGTET syllabus and topics.
CGTET Syllabus
The subject-wise CGTET syllabus for the CGTET exam 2021–2022 is listed below for paper I and paper II.
CGTET Syllabus: Paper-I
Child Development and Pedagogy
- An Introduction to Child Development
- Learning and Cognitive Development
- Dimensions of Development
- Children with special needs
Language 1 (Hindi)
- Varna Vichar
- Shabd Vichar
- Shabd Rachan
- Padwa Pad Bhed
- Vakhya Parichay
- Rachana
- Bacche Ki Bhashaae kshamata avom unka vichar
- Mulyankan
Language 2 (English)
- Reading Comprehension
- Language Development and Pedagogy
- Unseen Prose Passage
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
Mathematics
- Nature of Mathematics
- Teaching Learning and Evaluation of Mathematics
- Number System
- Decimal System
- Square Roots
- Simplification
- Average
- HCF & LCM
- Percentage
- Simple Interest
- Profit and Loss
- Speed
- Unity Law
- Time and Distance
- Area and Volume
- Ratio and Proportion
Environmental Studies
- Personal Environment
- Children’s Understanding of the Environment
- Importance of Environmental Studies?
- Teaching of Social Studies
- Environmental Studies and Classroom Activities
- Family
- Care of one’s own body
- Ecological Studies
CGTET syllabus: Paper-II
Child Development and Pedagogy
- An Introduction to Child Development
- Learning and Cognitive Development
- Dimensions of Development
- Children with special needs
Language 1 (Hindi)
- Varna Vichar
- Shabd Vichar
- Shabd Rachan
- Padwa Pad Bhed
- Vakhya Parichay
- Rachana
- Bacche Ki Bhashaae kshamata avom unka vichar
- Mulyankan
Language 2 (English)
- Reading Comprehension
- Language Development and Pedagogy
- Unseen Prose Passage
- Vocabulary & Grammar
Mathematics (For Maths Teachers)
- Nature of Mathematics
- Introduction to Algebra; Algebraic identities, polynomials
- Number Series
- BODMAS
- Profit & Loss
- Percentage
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Ratio and Proportion
- Speed, Time and Distance
- Understanding Elementary Shapes
- Line and Angle
- Mensuration; Parallelogram, Rectangle, Trapezium, cylinder, Triangles, Cuboids, Cube
- Data Handling & Statistics
Science (For Science Teachers)
- The World of the Living Organisms, Microorganisms, and Diseases.
- Magnets and magnetism.
- Electric Current and Circuits.
- Heat, Force and Motion
- Light and Sound
- Science and Technology
- Electricity
- Structure of Matter and Chemical Substances
Social Science/Study (For Social Science Teachers)
- Indian Society
- Indian Culture and Heritage
- The Maurya and the Gupta dynasties
- Bhakti and the Sufi Movement
- Mughal Dynasty
- British Period
- Indian Constitution
- Regulatory, Executory, and Judicial Systems
- Study of India
- The History and Culture of Chhattisgarh
- Chhattisgarh: Its geographical conditions and resources
- Pedagogical issues
- Earth and its important components
Now that the candidates have acquired a clear insight into the CGTET syllabus, it is essential for them to concentrate on exam preparation. Some additional preparation tips that can help the candidates prepare well for their exam are mentioned below:
- It is crucial for the applicants to focus and cover only the important topics as per the official syllabus to qualify for the exams successfully.
- Aspirants must take the help of up-to-date reference books published as per the latest syllabus.
- They must take regular mock tests with the help of sample test papers and previous year’s question papers.
- They must keep regular practice on the mathematical concepts and formulas to attend the mathematics papers in an efficient manner.
The aspirant must make the best use of their time before the exam to pass the exam with flying colours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1) Where can I find and download the 2021-2022 CGTET Syllabus?
Ans. : The CGTET syllabus 2021-2022 can be viewed and downloaded directly from their new official website, https://www.icgvyapam.in/ or https://vyapam.cgstate.gov.in/node/92.
Q2) Is Paper 1 of the CGTET Syllabus 2021–2022 the same as Paper 2?
Ans. : No, the CGTET Syllabus 2021-2022 is not the same for Paper 1 & 2. Check the syllabus mentioned above to know the details.
Q3: Is there any negative marking in the CGTET exam?
Ans. : No. The valuation scheme of the CGTET examination allows no negative marking for any wrongly attempted questions.
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