CTET is the qualifying test for teaching posts in central government schools, and it’s also accepted by many private schools and some states. These are working preparation groups, deduplicated — the previous version listed the same fifteen invite codes under about forty different names.
CTET Preparation Groups
| Group Name | Focus | Join |
|---|---|---|
| CTET Group | General preparation | Join Group |
| CTET Online Class | Live teaching | Join Group |
| CTET, MPTET & UPTET Class | Multi-TET prep | Join Group |
| CTET & Super TET | CTET + UP Super TET | Join Group |
| CTET Quiz & Discussion | Practice questions | Join Group |
| CTET Pass Karlo | Peer preparation | Join Group |
| Ab Ki Baar CTET Paar | Peer preparation | Join Group |
| CTET Aspirants Group 4 | General preparation | Join Group |
| CTET Aspirants Group 5 | General preparation | Join Group |
| CTET Aspirants Group 7 | General preparation | Join Group |
| CTET Aspirants Group 9 | General preparation | Join Group |
| CTET Aspirants Group 10 | General preparation | Join Group |
General Studies & Subject Groups
| Group Name | Focus | Join |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Concepts of GS World | General studies | Join Group |
| Competition Zone | Competitive exams | Join Group |
| GK & Govt Job Updates | GK + notifications | Join Group |
| M-Learning (Free Courses) | Free study material | Join Group |
| Current Affairs for Exams | Daily current affairs | Join Group |
| General Knowledge | GK practice | Join Group |
| REET GK Group | Rajasthan TET | Join Group |
Teaching Job & Notification Groups
| Group Name | Focus | Join |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Jobs | Teacher vacancies | Join Group |
| Kota Teacher Jobs | Teaching vacancies | Join Group |
| Sarkari Exam Group | Exam notifications | Join Group |
| Govt Jobs Notification | Govt notifications | Join Group |
Paper I or Paper II — Which Should You Take?
CTET has two papers, and candidates regularly sit the wrong one:
- Paper I qualifies you to teach Classes 1 to 5 (primary). Sections: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies.
- Paper II qualifies you to teach Classes 6 to 8 (elementary). Sections: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, and then either Mathematics & Science or Social Studies, depending on your subject.
- You can sit both in the same cycle if you want eligibility across both levels, and many candidates do.
- Eligibility differs. Paper I generally requires senior secondary plus a D.El.Ed or equivalent; Paper II generally requires a graduate degree plus B.Ed or equivalent. Check the current notification, since criteria are revised.
Two Things Candidates Get Wrong
CTET is eligibility, not a job. Qualifying makes you eligible to apply for teaching posts — it does not itself appoint you anywhere. Actual recruitment happens separately through KVS, NVS, state and school-level processes, each with its own application and selection. Anyone claiming a CTET pass guarantees a posting, or offering to arrange one, is misleading you.
The certificate no longer expires. CTET validity was extended to lifetime, replacing the earlier limited-validity rule. If you qualified years ago under the old rule, your certificate remains valid — a lot of candidates re-sit the exam unnecessarily because they haven’t heard about the change.
Where Marks Are Actually Won
- Child Development & Pedagogy carries substantial weight in both papers and is the section most candidates under-prepare. It’s also the most scoring, because the material is finite — Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg, inclusive education, assessment.
- Pedagogy questions appear inside the subject sections too, not just in CDP. Maths and Science papers ask how you’d teach a concept, not only whether you know it.
- Language I is your medium of instruction; Language II is a different language. Choose carefully at application — you can’t change it later, and both carry comprehension and pedagogy.
- There is no negative marking, so attempt everything.
- The qualifying threshold is 60%, with relaxation for reserved categories as per the notification. It’s a qualifying exam, so aim comfortably above the line rather than at it.
CTET or a State TET?
Both exist and they serve different purposes. CTET is conducted centrally and is the requirement for central schools such as KVS and NVS, and is accepted by many private schools. State TETs — UPTET, REET, MPTET, TET in other states — are the requirement for that state’s government school recruitment. If you intend to teach in your own state’s government schools, the state TET is the one you need; many candidates sit both to keep options open.
How to Join
- Tap any Join Group link — WhatsApp opens with a preview of the group name and member count.
- If nothing opens, the invite has been revoked or the group has hit its 1,024-member limit. Try another and tell us so we can remove it.
- Introduce yourself with which paper you’re taking and your subject.
- Confirm every date and notification on the official CTET website — forwarded notices are often from an earlier cycle.
More Study & Career Groups
Indian Govt Jobs WhatsApp Groups
All India Study WhatsApp Groups
UP Board WhatsApp Groups
Board Exam WhatsApp Groups
Bank Exam WhatsApp Groups
Indian Job WhatsApp Groups
FAQs
Are CTET WhatsApp groups free to join?
Yes. Every group listed here is free, and no legitimate group charges for notes or access. These groups are run by educators and aspirants, not by the exam authority.
What is the difference between CTET Paper I and Paper II?
Paper I qualifies you to teach Classes 1 to 5, and Paper II qualifies you for Classes 6 to 8. You can sit both in the same cycle if you want eligibility for both levels.
Does passing CTET give me a teaching job?
No. CTET establishes eligibility only. Recruitment happens separately through KVS, NVS, state boards and individual schools, each with its own application and selection process.
How long is the CTET certificate valid?
The validity was extended to lifetime, replacing the earlier limited-validity rule. Certificates issued under the older rule remain valid, so re-sitting the exam is usually unnecessary.
What is the qualifying mark?
Sixty per cent, with relaxation for reserved categories as specified in the notification. Since it is a qualifying exam, aim comfortably above the threshold.
Is there negative marking in CTET?
No. There is no negative marking, so you should attempt every question.
Should I take CTET or my state TET?
CTET is required for central schools such as KVS and NVS and is accepted by many private schools. A state TET is required for that state’s government school recruitment. Many candidates sit both.
