PSTET 2024: Exam Date (Out), Notification, Application Form, Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus, Admit Card, Result

Sukriti Vajpayee

Updated On: April 22, 2024 06:10 pm IST

PSTET 2024 exam date has been announced and the exam will be conducted on May 26, 2024, for both papers. The PSTET 2024 application process will most likely begin in the last week of April 2024. Find out more about PSTET 2024 right here!

PSTET 2024

PSTET 2024 exam date for Paper 1 and Paper 2 is May 26, 2024. Both papers of the PSTET 2024 exam will be conducted in offline mode in 2 different shifts. The application form will be released anytime soon, in the last week of April 2024, on the official website at pstet2024.org. The application fee for General and OBC candidates is INR 1000 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 each and INR 2000 for both papers 1 and 2. The PSTET 2024 exam date was released on February 16, 2024, by the Punjab School Education Board on its official website. The detailed notification for PSTET 2024 is yet to be released.

The Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test, popularly known as PSTET, is an exam conducted by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) once a year to select candidates for Primary (Classes 1 to 5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6-8) level teachers in the schools of Punjab. In this article, all the important details about the PSTET exam 2024 including the application form, eligibility criteria, exam date, admit card, etc., have been provided.

PSTET 2024 Notification


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PSTET 2024 Official Notification PDF

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) will release the PSTET 2024 exam official notification PDF on the official website. The PDF will contain information about the registration dates, exam dates, eligibility criteria, and more. The direct link to the PSTET exam 2024 notification PDF will be updated below.

PSTET 2024 Official Notification PDF - Direct Link 

What is the PSTET Exam 2024?

PSTET, Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test, is a state-level exam administered by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) to determine candidates' eligibility for positions as Primary (Classes 1–5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6-8) level teachers in the government schools of Punjab. The Punjab TET 2024 exam will be held in two shifts and consist of two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. PSTET Paper 1 is for candidates who wish to teach in grades 1 through 5, whereas PSTET Paper 2 is for those who want to teach in grades 6 through 8. Candidates who want to teach in grades 1 through 8 must take both exams.

PSTET 2024: Highlights

Aspiring candidates can check the highlights of PSTET exam 2024 below:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

PSTET or Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test

Conducting Body

Punjab School Education Board (PSEB)

Exam Type

Teachers’ Eligibility Test

Mode of Application

Online

Mode of Exam

Offline

Time Duration

180 Minutes

Organizing Body

Punjab School Education Board (PSEB)

Official Website

pstet2024.org

PSTET Exam Dates 2024

The official notification for the Punjab TET 2024 exam will tentatively be released in March 2024. It will comprise information regarding the dates of important events like the application process, exam dates, etc. Check out the Punjab TET 2024 below:

Event

Tentative Date

PSTET 2024 Registration Starts

Last week of April 2024

PSTET 2024 Registration Ends

Second week of May 2024

PSTET Admit Card 2024 Releases

Third week of May 2024

PSTET Exam

May 26, 2024

PSTET Paper 2 Answer Key Challenge Window

June 2024

PSTET Paper 1 Final Answer Key Releases

June 2024

PSTET 2024 Result Releases

June 2024 (Paper 1)
June 2024 (Paper 2)

PSTET 2024 Counselling Starts

July 2024

PSTET 2024 Apply Online Link

The direct link to apply for the PSTET 2024 exam will be updated below once the registration begins on the official website.

PSTET 2024 Application Form - Direct Link (To Be Updated)

PSTET Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates should read the Punjab TET 2024 eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. The eligibility criteria for the different papers are shown below.

PSTET Eligibility Criteria

PSTET Educational Qualifications 2024

Primary Teachers (Class I to V)

  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with a minimum of 50% or appearing in the final year of a two-year Elementary Education Diploma.

  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with a minimum of 45 percent or in the last year of a two-year Elementary Education Diploma program.

  • Senior Secondary School (or equivalent) with a minimum of 45 percent or the last year of a four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).

  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with a minimum of 45 percent or the last year of a two-year Education Diploma (Special Education).

  • Graduated from high school or are in the last year of a two-year Elementary Education diploma program.

Upper Primary Teachers (Class VI to XII)

  • Graduation or completion of a two-year Elementary Education Diploma program.

  • Passed or enrolled in a one-year Bachelor of Education program with a minimum of 50% marks (B.Ed).

  • Graduation with at least 45 percent marks or passing or enrolling in a one-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program in line with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations.

  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with a minimum of 50% or the last year of a four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).

  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% passing or appearing in the last year of a four-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A. Ed/B.Sc.Ed program.

  • Graduation with a minimum of 50% marks and passing or enrolling in a one-year B.Ed. program (Special Education).

How To Apply For PSTET 2024?

Candidates who have met the eligibility requirements can fill out the PSTET 2024 application form. To apply for the PSTET exam 2024, a candidate must be at least 18 years old. Candidates must complete the following steps to register for the exam.

  • Step 1: Go to the official website.

  • Step 2: On the webpage, click "New Registration and Applicant Login."

  • Step 3: To register, click on the registration link. A new page will be opened for the candidate.

  • Step 4: Candidates must select the 'continue' option and provide the requested information.

  • Step 5: After selecting 'Register Me,' the candidate will be routed to a new page containing the login information.

  • Step 6: On the new page that appears, enter your login details.

  • Step 7: After logging in, the candidate must fill out information such as his or her name, email address, and other pertinent information.

  • Step 8: After inputting all of the required information, upload your signature and photo.

  • Step 9: Complete the registration payment.

  • Step 10: Once all of the procedures have been completed. Click the 'Submit' button.

PSTET Application Fees 2024

The following table contains the necessary information:

Category

Paper I Fees

Paper II Fees

Paper I and II Fees

General/OBC

INR 1000

INR 1000

INR 2000

SC/ST

INR 500

INR 500

INR 1000

Ex-Servicemen

NIL

NIL

NIL

Note: The PSTET application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

PSTET Age Limit 2024

The PSTET Exam Age Limit is set by the exam conducting authorities, the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB). The age limit criteria that candidates must meet are as follows:

PSTET Age Limit 2024

Minimum Age

18 years

Maximum Age

No Upper Age Limit

How to Download PSTET Admit Card 2024?

The following are the steps to download the Punjab TET 2024 admit card:

  • Step 1: Go to the Education Punjab Board's official website.

  • Step 2: A link to download the admit card will appear.

  • Step 3: Candidates must enter their PSTET registration number 

  • Step 4: To obtain the admission card, press 'Enter'.

  • Step 5: Save and print the file.

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PSTET 2024 Exam Pattern

Two different papers will be conducted for the people who are applying for the Punjab State Eligibility Test. The candidates can check out the information related to the exam pattern for both the papers given below: 

PSTET 2024 Exam Pattern: Paper 1

PSTET Subjects

Total No. of Questions

Total Marks

Child Development and Pedagogy

30

30

Language I   

30

30

Language II   

30

30

Mathematics  

30

30

Environmental Studies 

30

30

Total

150

150

PSTET 2024 Exam Pattern: Paper 2

PSTET Subjects

Total No. of Questions

Total Marks

Child Development & Pedagogy

30

30

Language-I

30

30

Language-II

30

30

Mathematics and Science

60

60

Social Science

60

60

Total

150

150

PSTET Syllabus 2024

The following table shows the PSTET 2024 syllabus for both paper 1 and paper 2.

PSTET Paper

Subjects

Paper I

  • Child Development and Pedagogy

  • Mathematics

  • Language – I (Hindi)

  • Language – II (English/Sanskrit/Urdu)

  • Environmental Studies

Paper II

  • Science and Mathematics OR Social Science

  • Child Development and Pedagogy

  • Language – I (Hindi)

  • Language – II (English/Sanskrit/Urdu)


The following new subjects (in addition to Social Science and Maths/Science) have been added for PSTET 2024 Paper II:

For Art & Craft Teacher: Art and Craft

For Physical Education Teacher: Physical Education

For Home Science Teacher: Home Science

For Urdu Teacher: Urdu

For Music Teacher: Music

For Sanskrit Teacher: Sanskrit

For any other Teacher: either Social Science or Maths/Science

-

-


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How To Download PSTET Answer Key 2024?

The answer key is the document that holds the correct answers that were supposed to be written in the entrance examination by the applicants who appeared for the Punjab State Teacher eligibility test. The candidates can check out the steps to download the answer key for all four sets. Let us take a look at the simple steps required to download the PSTET Answer Key.  

  • Step 1: The applicant must first visit the official website of the Punjab State Eligibility Test 

  • Step 2: The home page will open on your screen.

  • Step 3: Click on the activated link next to "The Answer Key of Paper I of PSTET 2024 has been uploaded."

  • Step 4: Click the link and a new page will open up with the list of answers for all four sets. 

PSTET Result 2024

The Punjab TET 2024 exam results are yet to be released. Candidates can verify their results on the PSTET exam's official website. To pass the exam, students must achieve a minimum score of 60% on the PSTET. Candidates who fall into the SC/ST/OBC categories are given a 5% reduction in the exam fee. Recently, the Punjab High Court, by its historical verdict, announced that an additional 1 mark will be awarded to the candidates who answer the questions of the written test in the Punjabi language.

How to Download PSTET Result 2024?

There is a very easy procedure through which you will be able to download Punjab TET 2024 result from the official website of the organization. Check out the simple procedure to download the result from the pointers given below:

  • Step 1: The applicant must first visit the official website of the Punjab State Eligibility Test

  • Step 2: The home page will open on your screen.

  • Step 3: You have to click on the option called PSTET Result 2024

  • Step 4: A new page will open on your screen where you will have to enter your password and registration details or your roll number for the entrance exam.

  • Step 5: Click submit, and the result will open on your screen.

  • Step 6: You can now check the result for the entrance examination accordingly.

PSTET Cutoff 2024

Candidates who appear for the PSTET exam 2024 will have to secure the minimum passing marks viz. PSTET Cutoff to be called for the next stage of selection. The following table shows the expected Punjab TET 2024 cutoffs for the various categories:

Category

Paper 1 Cutoff (Expected)

Paper 2 Cutoff (Expected)

General

90-95

95-100

OBC

85-90

90-95

SC

75-80

80-85

ST

75-80

85-90

PWD

85-90

90-95

PS TET Selection Process 2024

The Punjab TET 2024 selection process refers to the steps involved in selecting candidates for teaching positions in primary and upper primary schools in the state of Punjab, India. The PS TET is conducted by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) to assess the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in government and government-aided schools. Here's a general overview of the PS TET selection process:

TET Examination

  • Eligible candidates need to appear for the PS TET examination, which consists of two papers: Paper I for the primary level (classes I to V) and Paper II for the upper primary level (classes VI to VIII).

  • Each paper consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering various subjects and topics relevant to teaching at the respective levels.

Scoring and Qualification

Candidates are required to achieve a minimum qualifying score in the PSTET examination to be considered eligible for the next stage of the selection process. The qualifying marks and criteria might differ based on categories (General, SC, ST, OBC, etc.).

Issuance of TET Certificate

Candidates who meet the qualifying criteria receive the PS TET Certificate from the Punjab School Education Board. This certificate confirms their eligibility to apply for teaching positions in Punjab schools.

Application for Teaching Positions

After obtaining the TET Certificate, candidates need to apply for teaching positions in government and government-aided schools in Punjab as per the vacancy notifications issued by the relevant authorities.

Recruitment Process by Schools

Schools release job notifications indicating vacancies for teaching positions. Interested candidates apply as per the instructions given in the notifications. Selection processes may include written tests, interviews, and document verification, among other stages.

Merit and Appointment

Candidates who perform well in the selection process are usually offered teaching positions based on merit and availability of vacancies. Merit lists might be prepared based on the candidate's performance in the recruitment process.

It's important to understand that the selection process and its stages may vary based on the specific requirements of the PSEB and the education department of Punjab.

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FAQs

Is the PSTET 2024 certificate valid for a lifetime?

Yes, the PSTET 2024 certificate is valid for a lifetime. Candidates who have passed the Teachers Eligibility Test in Punjab can download their certificates and use them for the rest of their lives.

Is B.Ed mandatory to appear for PTET Exam?

In addition to the Senior secondary, candidates must possess a two year diploma in elementary education to appear for PTET exam. The complete eligiblity criteria for PTET exam has been provided here.

What is the maximum number of attempts in Punjab TET exam?

There is no limit of the maximum number of attempts to appear for Punjab TET exam. A candidate can appear for the exam as many times as he/ She wants, subject to the fulfilment of his/ her eligibility criteria.

What is the exam date for PSTET 2024?

The official notification of PSTET 2024 has been released and this year the examination will be conducted on May 26, 2024. Candidates can check the official website of PSTET 2024 to check the detailed notification.

What is the minimum age limit for PSTET 2024?

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply for the PSTET 2024. The examination however has no upper age restriction. The education criteria will be mentioned in the official notification that will be released by the Punjab School Education Board.

Is PSTET conducted every year?

Yes, Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test popularly known as PSTET is conducted every year by the Punjab School Education Board. The examination is conducted to determine the eligibility of aspiring candidates for the post of teachers in Government schools of Punjab.

What is the eligibility for PSTET?

The eligibility for PSTET holds that candidates must possess a senior secondary (10+2) certificate or its equivalent, along with a two-year diploma in elementary education or a B.Ed for the primary level (classes I to V).

 

What is the validity of the Punjab TET certificate?

With effect from 2011, the government has opted to retrospectively grant lifetime validity to Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) qualifying certificates, extending it from the previous 7-year limit.

 

What are the cutoff marks for PSTET?

For 2024, the PSTET Cutoff is expected to be 90 marks for general candidates and 82 marks for other categories. 

 

What factors influence PSTET Cut Off 2024?

PSTET cut-off marks are influenced by factors such as the difficulty level of the paper, average candidate performance, the number of vacancies, candidate categories, and the total number of exam applicants. Higher difficulty and lower average performance tend to decrease the cut-off, while more vacancies, specific candidate categories, and increased competition lead to fluctuations in cut-off scores.

 

What is the benefit of the PSTET exam?

PSTET 2024 offers candidates the opportunity to qualify and become eligible for teaching positions in government schools of Punjab at various levels.

How many times PSTET is held in a year?

PSTET is conducted once a year by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB). Candidates must make sure to cross-check all details related to the exam before applying for it. 

 

What is the full form of PSTET?

The full form of PSTET is the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test. It is a state-level examination mandatory for individuals aspiring to pursue a teaching career in the state of Punjab.

 

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