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HTET EXAM PATTERN AND ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 2023
Are you planning to pursue a career in teaching? If so, the Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) is a crucial examination you need to be aware of. Conducted by the Board of School Education Haryana, the HTET is a mandatory requirement for individuals aspiring to become teachers in government schools of Haryana. In this blog post, we will provide you with comprehensive information about the HTET exam, including the eligibility criteria and the exam pattern. So, let’s get started!
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Before diving into the detailed exam pattern, let’s first understand the eligibility criteria for appearing in the HTET exam. The eligibility differs based on the level of teaching you wish to pursue:
1. Primary Teacher (PRT):
To be eligible for the HTET exam for the primary teacher (PRT) level, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
- Academic Qualifications:
- Candidates should have passed Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks and have completed or pursuing a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and have completed or pursuing a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) under the NCTE Regulations 2002.
OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and have completed or pursuing a four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and have completed or pursuing a two-year Diploma in Special Education.
2. Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT):
To meet the eligibility criteria for the HTET exam for the trained graduate teacher (TGT) level, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
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Educational Qualification: Candidates should possess a graduation degree in the relevant field with at least 50% marks and should have passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed).
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Age Limit: There is no age limit specified for the HTET exam for the trained graduate teacher level.
3. Post Graduate Teacher (PGT):
To be eligible for the HTET exam for the postgraduate teacher (PGT) level, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
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Educational Qualification: Candidates should hold a postgraduate degree in the relevant field with at least 50% marks and should have passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed).
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Age Limit: The age limit for the HTET exam for the postgraduate teacher level is a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 42 years.
It is important to note that the above-mentioned eligibility criteria are general guidelines, and candidates are advised to refer to the official notification of the HTET exam for detailed and specific eligibility requirements based on their respective categories.
HTET Syllabus and Exam Pattern for PRT, PGT, TGT-2023
The Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) is indeed a state-level examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education Haryana (BSEH) for candidates aspiring to become teachers in the state of Haryana, India. As mentioned, the HTET exam is divided into three parts: Paper I, Paper II, and Paper III, each catering to different levels of teaching. Here’s a brief overview of each paper:
- Paper-I: This paper is intended for candidates who aspire to become Primary Teachers and wish to teach classes I to V. It covers subjects and topics relevant to the primary school curriculum.
- Paper-II: Paper-II is designed for candidates aiming to become Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) for classes VI to VIII. This paper focuses on subjects and topics related to the upper primary school curriculum.
- Paper-III: Paper-III is meant for candidates who want to become Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) for classes IX to XII. This paper covers subjects and topics specific to the higher secondary school curriculum.
Each paper has its own set of eligibility criteria and examination pattern, including the number of questions, marks distribution, and duration of the test. To qualify for the HTET, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks as specified by the BSEH.
The HTET is an important step for individuals aspiring to become teachers in Haryana as it helps in determining their eligibility and competence to teach at different levels of education. Successful candidates receive a Teacher Eligibility Certificate (TET) which is valid for a specified period and can be used to apply for teaching positions in government and private schools in Haryana.
It’s essential for candidates preparing for the HTET to thoroughly understand the specific requirements and syllabus for each paper and prepare accordingly to maximize their chances of success. Additionally, they should regularly check the official website of the Board of Secondary Education Haryana (BSEH) for updates and notifications regarding the HTET examination.
HTET Exam Pattern 2023 for Level 1(class 1 to 5)
The exam paper consists of 6 subjects, these subjects are Child Development and Pedagogy, Hindi, English, Quantitative aptitude, Reasoning, Haryana GK, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. The other details include:
- The paper consists of 150 questions
- Multiple-choice type questions will be asked
- Each question carries one mark
- There will be no negative marking
- The exam will be conducted in an offline mode
The exam pattern for level 1(class 1 to 5) is given below in the table
HTET Exam Pattern PRT-2023 [Level 1] |
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SUBJECTS | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | MARKS |
Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
LANGUAGE- HINDI | 15 | 15 |
LANGUAGE – ENGLISH | 15 | 15 |
Quantitative aptitude | 10 | 10 |
REASONING | 10 | 10 |
HARYANA GK | 10 | 10 |
MATHEMATICS | 30 | 30 |
Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
HTET- PRT SYLLABUS (LEVEL-1)-2023
Child Development and Pedagogy
Educational psychology of teaching and learning relevant to the age group of 6-11 years, Understanding the characteristics and needs of diverse learners, interaction with learners and the attributes and qualities of a good facilitator of learning
(A) Child Development
- Growth & development and its relationship with learning
- Heredity & Environment
- Socialization processes, Piage
(B) Kohlberg, and Vygotsky
- Constructs and critical perspectives
- Concepts of child-centered and progressive education
- Multi-Dimensional Intelligence, Language & Thought
- Gender roles, gender-bias and educational practice
- Individual differences among learners
- Assessment & Evaluation
- Formulating appropriate questions
- Critical thinking in the classroom, and for assessing learner achievement
(C) INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
- Understanding children with special needs
- Diverse backgrounds including disadvantaged and deprived & Talented
- Creative, Specially abled Learners
(D) Learning and Motivation
- Basic processes of teaching and learning
- Strategies of learning
- Understanding children’s ‘errors’
- Cognition & Emotions, Motivation, and learning
Language-Hindi
- संज्ञा,सर्वनाम ,विशेषण
- क्रिया, वचन, लिंग
- उपसर्ग एवं प्रत्यय
- वाक्य निर्माण (सरल, संयुक्त एवं मिश्रित वाक्य)
- पर्यायवाची, विपरीपार्थक
- अनेकार्थक, समानार्थी शब्द, मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्तियाँ
- अलंकार, सन्धि, तत्सम, तद्भव
- देशज एवं विदेशी शब्द, समास
Language-English
- Articles, Modal
- Narration
- Pronoun, Adverb
- Adjective
- Verb, Preposition
- Tenses
- Punctuation, Voice
- Vocabulary
- Idioms & phrases
- Antonym & Synonyms
Quantitative Aptitude
- Number System, Fractions
- Algebra, Ratio, and Proportion
- Understanding Elementary Shapes (2-D and 3-D)
- Mensuration, Profit & loss
- Average, problem on age
- Speed distance &Time
- Percentage, SI & CI
- Time & Work
REASONING
- Analogies, similarities
- Syllogism, space visualization
- Problem-solving, Blood Relation
- Arithmetical reasoning
- Figure classification
- Logical Reasoning
HARYANA GK
- Haryana districts
- Stadium, culture
- Folk dance, food
- All historical places, etc.
MATHEMATICS
- Number Systems
- Simplification
- Decimals
- Data Interpretation
- Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F
- RATIO AN PROPORTION
- Percentage, Average
- PROFIT AND LOSS
- Discount, Simple & Compound Interest
- MENSURATION
- Time & Work,Time & Distance
- Tables & Graphs, Geometry
ENVIRONMENT STUDIES
- Food: Sources, Components of food
- Materials, The World of the Living
- Moving Things People and Ideas
- How things work, Electric current and circuits
- Magnets, Natural Phenomena
- Natural Resources
HTET Exam Pattern TGT 2023 Level-2
The exam paper consists of 7 subjects, these subjects are Child Development and Pedagogy, Hindi, English, Quantitative aptitude, Reasoning, Haryana GK, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies, and subject-specific knowledge. The other details include:
- The paper consists of 150 questions
- Multiple choice type questions will be asked
- Each question carries one mark
- There will be no negative marking
- The exam will be conducted in offline mode
Exam Pattern for Level II (for Classes 6 to 8) TGT is given below in the table
HTET Exam Pattern 2023 [Level 2] |
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SUBJECTS | NUMBER OF QUESTION | MARKS |
Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
LANGUAGE-HINDI | 15 | 15 |
LANGUAGE-ENGLISH | 15 | 15 |
Quantitative aptitude | 10 | 10 |
REASONING | 10 | 10 |
HARYANA GK | 10 | 10 |
SUBJECT SPECIFIC | 60 | 60 |
TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
HTET Syllabus TGT Level II-2023
Here we have given a subject-wise detailed syllabus of TGT Level II. The subject-specific knowledge holds the highest marks so candidates are advised to prepare this well. Refer to the syllabus given below, it will help you to make a strategy for the exam.
Child Development and Pedagogy
elopment and Pedagogy
Child development involves the mental, emotional, and social growth of a child while pedagogy is the art and science of teaching
Child Development
- Growth & development and its relationship with learning
- Heredity& Environment
- Socialization processes
Piaget Kohlberg, and Vygotsky
- Constructs and critical perspectives
- Concepts of child-centred and progressive education
- Multi-Dimensional Intelligence
- Language & Thought, Gender roles
- Gender-bias and educational practice
- Individual differences among learners
- Assessment & Evaluation
- Formulating appropriate questions
- Critical thinking in the classroom and for assessing learner achievement
Inclusive education
- Understanding children with special needs
- Diverse backgrounds including disadvantaged and deprived & Talented
- Creative
Specially abled Learners Learning and Motivation
- Basic processes of teaching and learning
- Strategies of learning,
- Understanding children’s ‘errors’
- Cognition & Emotions
- Motivation and learning
Language-Hindi
- संज्ञा,सर्वनाम ,विशेषण
- क्रिया, वचन, लिंग
- उपसर्ग एवं प्रत्यय
- वाक्य निर्माण (सरल, संयुक्त एवं मिश्रित वाक्य)
- पर्यायवाची, विपरीपार्थक
- अनेकार्थक, समानार्थी शब्द
- मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्तियाँ
- अलंकार, सन्धि, तत्सम
- तद्भव, देशज एवं विदेशी शब्द
- समास
Language-English
- Articles, Modal
- Narration, Pronoun
- Adverb, Adjective, Verb
- Preposition, Tenses
- Punctuation, Voice
- Vocabulary
- Idioms & phrases
- Antonym & Synonyms
Quantitative aptitude
- Number System, Fractions
- Algebra, Ratio, and Proportion
- Understanding Elementary Shapes (2-D and 3-D)
- Mensuration, Profit & loss
- Average, problem on age
- Speed distance &Time
- Percentage, SI & CI
- Time & Work
Haryana GK
- Haryana districts
- Stadium, culture
- Folk dance, food
- All historical places, etc.
Subject Specific
Detail Syllabus of concerned subject and Topics taught in class VI- X by the Education Department, Govt. of Haryana
HTET Exam Pattern 2023 for PGT Level III
The exam paper consists of 7 subjects, these subjects are Child Development and Pedagogy, Hindi, English, Quantitative aptitude, Reasoning, Haryana GK, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies, and Subject-Specific Knowledge. The other details include:
- The paper consists of 150 questions
- Multiple choice type questions will be asked
- Each question carries one mark
- There will be no negative marking
- The exam will be conducted in offline mode
HTET Exam Pattern 2023 [Level 3] |
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SUBJECTS | TOTAL QUESTIONS | TOTAL MARKS |
Child Development and Pedagogy3030 | 30 | 30 |
LANGUAGE HINDI | 15 | 15 |
LANGUAGE ENGLISH | 15 | 15 |
Quantitative aptitude | 10 | 10 |
REASONING | 10 | 10 |
HARYANA GK | 10 | 10 |
SUBJECTS SPECIFIC | 60 | 60 |
TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
HTET Syllabus 2023 for PGT Level III
Here we have given the HTET Syllabus 2023 for PGT Level III in detail. Child Development and Pedagogy and Subject-specific knowledge hold the highest marks, candidates are advised to focus more on these subjects. Refer to the syllabus given below and boost your preparation.
Child Development and Pedagogy
The subtopics of Child Development and Pedagogy are Child Development, Piaget, Kohlberg, and Vygotsky, and Inclusive education. The details about these topics are given below:
Child Development
- Growth & development and its relationship with learning
- Heredity& Environment
- Socialization processes
Piaget, Kohlberg, and Vygotsky
- Constructs and critical perspectives
- Concepts of child-centred and progressive education
- Multi-Dimensional Intelligence
- Language & Thought, Gender roles
- Gender-bias and educational practice
- Individual differences among learners
- Assessment & Evaluation
- Formulating appropriate questions
- Critical thinking in the classroom and for assessing learner achievement
Inclusive education
- Understanding children with special needs
- Diverse backgrounds including disadvantaged and deprived & Talented
- Creative
Specially abled Learners Learning and Motivation
- Basic processes of teaching and learning, strategies of learning
- Understanding children’s ‘errors’
- Cognition & Emotions
- Motivation and learning
Language-Hindi
- संज्ञा,सर्वनाम ,विशेषण
- क्रिया, वचन, लिंग
- उपसर्ग एवं प्रत्यय
- वाक्य निर्माण (सरल, संयुक्त एवं मिश्रित वाक्य)
- पर्यायवाची, विपरीपार्थक
- अनेकार्थक, समानार्थी शब्द
- मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्तियाँ
- अलंकार, सन्धि, तत्सम
- तद्भव, देशज एवं विदेशी शब्द
- समास
Language-English
- Articles, Modal, Narration
- Pronoun, Adverb, Adjective, Verb
- Preposition, Tenses
- Punctuation, Voice
- Vocabulary, Idioms & phrases
- Antonym & Synonyms
Quantitative Aptitude
- Number System
- Fractions, Algebra
- Ratio and Proportion
- Understanding Elementary Shapes (2-D and 3-D)
- Mensuration, Profit & loss
- Average, problem on age
- Speed distance &Time
- Percentage, SI & CI
- Time & Work
Reasoning
- Analogies, Similarities
- Syllogism, space visualization
- Problem-solving, Blood Relation
- Arithmetical reasoning
- Figure classification, Logical Reasoning
Haryana GK
- Haryana districts
- Stadium, culture
- Folk dance, food
- All historical places etc.
Subject Specific
Detail Syllabus of concerned subject and Topics taught in class IX-XII by the Education Department, Govt. of Haryana
FAQs for HTET EXAM PATTERN AND ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Certainly! Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the HTET (Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test) along with their answers, all provided with plagiarism-free content:
Q1: What is HTET, and why is it conducted?
Answer: HTET stands for Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test. It is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates who aspire to become teachers in Haryana. Passing this exam is a mandatory requirement for securing teaching positions in government schools in the state.
Q2: How many levels are there in the HTET exam?
Answer: The HTET exam is conducted at three levels: Level 1 for Primary Teacher (Class 1 to 5), Level 2 for Trained Graduate Teacher (Class 6 to 8), and Level 3 for Post Graduate Teacher (Lecturer).
Q3: What are the eligibility criteria for HTET Level 1?
Answer: To be eligible for Level 1, candidates should have passed Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks and have completed or be pursuing a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or other equivalent qualifications. There are variations in eligibility criteria; please check the official notification for details.
Q4: Can I appear for multiple levels of the HTET exam in a single attempt?
Answer: Yes, candidates can appear for multiple levels of the HTET exam in a single attempt. However, they need to fill separate application forms and pay the fees for each level they wish to attempt.
Q5: What is the exam pattern for the HTET?
Answer: The HTET exam consists of three sections: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I (Hindi), and Language II (English). Additionally, there is a subject-specific section for the chosen subject in Level 2 and Level 3. Each section contains 30 multiple-choice questions, with one mark awarded for each correct answer. The total marks for each level are 150.
Q6: Is there negative marking in the HTET exam?
Answer: No, there is no negative marking in the HTET exam. Candidates are not penalized for incorrect answers.
Q7: How can I apply for the HTET exam?
Answer: You can apply for the HTET exam online by visiting the official website of the Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH). Fill out the online application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee as per your chosen level.
Q8: What is the validity period of the HTET certificate?
Answer: The HTET certificate is valid for a period of five years from the date of issuance. Candidates can apply for teaching positions in Haryana during this validity period.
Q9: Can candidates from other states apply for the HTET exam?
Answer: Yes, candidates from other states can apply for the HTET exam. However, they must meet the eligibility criteria specified by the Haryana government for the respective level they intend to appear.
Q10: How can I prepare for the HTET exam effectively?
Answer: Effective preparation for the HTET exam involves studying the prescribed syllabus, practicing previous years’ question papers, and taking mock tests. You can also consider enrolling in coaching classes or using online study materials to enhance your preparation.
Q11: From which subjects are questions asked in HTET paper-I?
A: HTET candidates need to study the following subjects – Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness, Child Development and Pedagogy, Hindi and English, Mathematics, Science, social science etc.
Q12: For how many subjects is HTET conducted?
A: Each paper has five sections, check complete HTET exam pattern for different levels.
Q13: How many marks are allotted for a correct answer in HTET exam?
A: Candidates are allotted one mark for every correct answer in HTET.