CET syllabus for Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)

Teaching is more than a profession; it’s a superpower! It ignite curiosity, shape dreams, and make impression on countless minds. If you are planning to make a career in Teaching, you must need to enrol in the B.Ed.  course. Gaining a B.Ed. degree from GGSIP University provides ample of career options in teaching and education. 

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) conducts the Common Entrance Test (CET) for admission into its Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program to maintain the quality of teacher education.

Aspiring educators aiming to become a skilled teacher must familiarize themselves with the CET syllabus to ensure complete preparation. In this blog you will find the detailed syllabus for CET, duration of exam and exam pattern of conducted by GGSIPU.

Detailed syllabus for CET

CET (B.Ed.) examination assesses candidates across four primary sections:

  1. Language (Hindi/English) Proficiency -25%
  2. Mental Ability and Reasoning- 25%
  3. General Awareness- 25%
  4. Aptitude for Teaching -25%

Each section is designed to evaluate specific competencies essential for a successful teaching career.

Detailed Breakdown of Each Section

  1. Language Proficiency

This section examines the candidate's proficiency in the English/ Hindi language, focusing on comprehension and language usage. Key topics include:

    • Reading Comprehension
    • Fill in the Blanks
    • Error Detection and Correction
    • Antonyms and Synonyms
    • Idioms and Phrases
    • One-word Substitution
    • Spelling Errors
  2. Mental Ability and Reasoning

This section evaluates logical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Candidates should focus on:

    • Analogies
    • Classification (Verbal and Non-verbal)
    • Series Completion
    • Coding and Decoding
    • Blood Relations
    • Arithmetical Reasoning
    • Syllogisms
    • Venn Diagrams
    • Puzzle Solving
    • Logical Deduction
  2. General Awareness

This section tests the candidate's knowledge of current events and general information. Areas to cover include:

    • History
    • Geography
    • Political Science
    • Social Issues
    • General Science
    • Five-year Plans
    • Current Affairs
    • Miscellaneous General Knowledge
  2. Aptitude for Teaching

This section assesses the inherent qualities and skills required for teaching. Key topics include:

    • Learner's Aptitude and Development
    • Child-centered and Progressive Education
    • Development of Teacher Education in India
    • Educational Experiments and Innovations
    • Teaching Methods and Theories
    • Educational Reports and Tests
    • Teacher's Responsibilities and Duties
    • Inclusive Education
    • Learning and Pedagogy
    • Social Responsibilities of Teachers
    • Teaching Abilities

Exam Duration

Candidates are allotted 2 ½ hours to complete the exam. It's important to note that there is a negative marking system; one mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.