CTET July 2024: A Crucial Step for Future Educators Ends Application Phase

Today marks the concluding opportunity for prospective candidates to submit their applications for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) July 2024, as the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) prepares to close the application window. Aspiring educators who have not yet applied are encouraged to do so at the official CTET portal, ctet.nic.in, before the day ends. The pivotal examination is scheduled for July 7, 2024, setting a significant date for those aspiring to enhance their teaching credentials.

On March 7, the CBSE initiated the application process, inviting candidates to register for the CTET July 2024 examination. This forthcoming assessment will span across 136 cities nationwide, offering two distinct papers catering to different educational levels: paper 1 for teaching aspirants of Class 1 to 5 and paper 2 for those aiming to teach Class 6 to 8.

For those preparing to navigate the application process, here a step-by-step guide:
- Begin by visiting the CTET official website at ctet.nic.in.
- Select the "Apply for CTET July 2024" link.
- If you are a new user, opt for new registration to create your account.
- Proceed to fill out the application form with the necessary details.
- Complete the process by paying the examination fee and uploading the requisite documents.
- Once done, ensure to submit the form and download a copy for your records.

The examination fees are categorized by applicant type, with General and OBC candidates required to pay Rs 1,000 for one paper and Rs 1,200 for both papers. Conversely, the fee for SC, ST, and differently-abled candidates is set at Rs 500 for a single paper and Rs 600 for both papers.

The CTET, conducted bi-annually, serves as a gateway for candidates to validate their teaching proficiency. The previous session of the CTET in January 2024 witnessed a commendable turnout, with 84% of the 26,93,526 registered candidates attending the examination on January 21. Today closure of the CTET July 2024 application window marks a crucial juncture for all prospective participants aiming to carve out a career in teaching within India educational landscape.