Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) is a state-level exam conducted by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) to determine the eligibility of candidates for Primary (Classes 1 to 5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6-8) level teachers in the schools of Punjab. The PSTET exam is conducted in two shifts for two papers - Paper 1 and 2. PSTET Paper 1 is conducted for candidates who want to become Classes 1-5 teachers and Paper 2 is for candidates who want to become teachers of Classes 6-8. Candidates who want to become Classes 1-8 teachers need to appear for both papers.
How to Apply-
Firstly visit the official website of PSTET.
On the home page search the PSTET Notification and download it.
Read the notification carefully and Start to apply online for PSTET 2022.
Now enter all personal and educational details of the candidate.
Upload the scanned document and pay the application fee.
Then submit it and take a printout for further reference.
PSTET Application Fee-
| Category | For Paper-I & Paper-II separately Rs. | For both the Papers Rs. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | 600/- | 1200/- | |
| SC/ST/Physically Handicapped | 300/- | 600/- | |
| Ex-Serviceman | Nil | Nil |
PSTET 2022 Exam Pattern-
| Exam Language | Bilingual-(Hindi & English) |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Duration of Exam | 02:30 Minutes |
| Total Number of Questions | 150 |
| Type of Question | Objective type (MCQ) |
| Marking Scheme | For every right answer, the candidates will get 1 mark |
| Negative marking | No negative Marking |
PSTET Paper 1 Exam Pattern-
| Sr. No. | PSTET Subjects | Total Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| 2 | Language I | 30 | 30 |
| 3 | Language II | 30 | 30 |
| 4 | Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| 5 | Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
PSTET Paper 2 Exam Pattern-
| Sr. No. | PSTET Subjects | Total Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| 2 | Language-I | 30 | 30 |
| 3 | Language-II | 30 | 30 |
| 4 | Mathematics and Science (For Maths and Science teachers) | 60 | 60 |
| Social Science (For Social Studies/Social Science Teacher) | |||
| Total | 150 | 150 |
PSTET Qualifying Marks-
| Category | Qualifying Marks | Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 total marks | 60% |
| OBC/SC/ST | 82 out of 150 total marks | 55% |
PSTET Selection Process 2021-
- The PSTET selection process involves the following stages.
- Release of PSTET notification: The PSTET examination or selection process begins with the release of official notification. The PSTET notification is available as a PDF file containing important details such as eligibility criteria, the application process, important dates, exam pattern, syllabus and others.
- PSTET application form: The PSTET application form is released after the notification. Candidates need to fill out the form online. For successful submission of the application form, candidates need to pay the application fee of INR 900 for each paper (INR 600 for SC/ST/PH).
- PSTET admits card: The admit card is released around ten days prior to the exam. Candidates need to download the admit card by visiting the official website and carry it to the exam centre on the day of the examination.
- Conduct of exam: PSTET exam consists of two papers- Paper 1 and 2. In both papers, a total of 150 MCQs are asked for one mark each. The paper is of a total of 150 marks. There is no negative marking in the exam.
- PSTET result: PSTET result is announced by the PSEB on the official website of the exam. Candidates scoring a minimum of 60 per cent marks in the written exam are declared as qualified.
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Punjab State TET Teacher Salary Structure-
| Punjab State TET Salary Structure | |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 10,300/- 34,800/- |
| Grade Pay | Rs. 42,000/- |
PSTET Perks and Additional Benefits-
The Primary Teachers of Punjab will receive additional benefits and allowances just as other school teachers in the stage, as per the 7th pay commission. A few expected ones are mentioned below.
- Transport Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Medical Allowance
- Dearness Allowance, etc.
PSTET Teacher Job Profile-
The role of the Punjab ETT Teacher involves great responsibilities. It includes teaching with dedication and coming up with creative ideas to make the students learn topics. We have enlisted below the roles and responsibilities of the Punjab ETT Teacher-
- The profession of teaching is a challenging and demanding one. The teacher is not only responsible for teaching his or her students but also for shaping his or her students into good citizens.
- Not only academic development but ample attention must also be given to the moral and emotional development of students.