CTET Paper 2 Notes 2026-27 — Full Syllabus, Pedagogy + Maths-Science / SST in One Revision Map
The complete chapter-wise CTET Paper 2 guide 2,390+ toppers trust — Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I & II, plus Maths & Science or Social Studies, every concept and high-yield MCQ point in one place.
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CTET Paper 2 has a bigger subject block than Paper 1 — your chosen Maths & Science or Social Studies section alone is 60 marks, worth as much as the other three sections combined. That's why it rewards a candidate who has both the pedagogy theory and that heavy subject block organised in one place. Concise, colour-coded notes that pair each subject with its teaching pedagogy let you revise the whole paper quickly and remember the high-yield MCQ points.
This guide maps the essentials of the whole CTET Paper 2 syllabus — the same map inside the NCERT Kaksha CTET Paper 2 Notes.
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CTET Paper 2 Exam Pattern & Marks
CTET Paper 2 is a 150-question, 150-mark paper in 2.5 hours, no negative marking. Child Development & Pedagogy (30 marks) and Language I & II (30 marks each) are compulsory for everyone. The remaining 60 marks come from ONE elective: Mathematics & Science (for maths/science teachers) or Social Studies / Social Science (for social-studies teachers). You need 60% to qualify (90/150), with relaxation for reserved categories. That 60-mark elective is the single biggest block, so it can't be under-prepared.
What's Inside the NCERT Kaksha CTET Paper 2 Notes
- ✅ Complete CTET Paper 2 syllabus — for teaching Class 6-8
- ✅ Colour-coded, handwritten short notes — quick revision
- ✅ Pedagogy + subject content together in one place
- ✅ Covers both electives — Maths-Science and Social Studies
- ✅ Important MCQs & high-yield points highlighted
- ✅ Latest 2026-27 CTET pattern, exam-ready
- ✅ Choose Printed or instant PDF · also available as P1+P2 combo
See How Colourful & Organized the Notes Actually Are
Full Syllabus — Section by Section You Cannot Skip
1Child Development & Pedagogy (30 marks)
Focus on: child development principles, learning theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg), inclusive education, motivation, and assessment — compulsory and heavily repeated.
2Language I (30 marks)
Focus on: reading comprehension plus language pedagogy — principles of language teaching, learning & acquisition, and remedial teaching.
3Language II (30 marks)
Focus on: comprehension in your second language, grammar, and language-development pedagogy.
4Elective A — Mathematics & Science (60 marks)
For maths/science teachers. Focus on: upper-primary maths (number system, algebra, geometry, mensuration, data handling) and science (food, materials, the living world, moving things, natural phenomena), plus Maths and Science pedagogy.
5Elective B — Social Studies / Social Science (60 marks)
For social-studies teachers. Focus on: History, Geography, Social & Political Life (Civics), and Economics at upper-primary level, plus Social Science pedagogy.
How to Use the Notes the Right Way
Sirf notes khareedne se selection nahi hota. This is how our top CTET candidates use them:
1. Master pedagogy + your 60-mark elective first
CDP plus your chosen Maths-Science or Social Studies block is the bulk of the paper. Lock these before Language sections.
2. Solve previous-year MCQs section by section
CTET repeats question patterns heavily. Work through past-year MCQs for each section with the notes open.
3. Don't neglect the two Language sections
They're 60 marks combined and easy to score with comprehension practice and language pedagogy.
4. Two cold passes before the exam
One full pass a week out, one quick pass on exam morning focusing on pedagogy and MCQ points.
Keep an "Error List" — the habit that saves marks
Note the pedagogy terms and subject facts you keep confusing. In the final days, read only this list.
Coaching Books vs. Short-Notes Revision
| Approach | Thick Coaching Books | NK Short Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Time to revise full paper | Many hours | Fast, focused passes |
| Pedagogy + subjects together | Separate books | One place |
| Important MCQs | Scattered | Highlighted |
| Portability | Stack of books | Compact notes |
| Cost | Thousands | ₹449 (PDF) one-time |
Why 2,390+ CTET Toppers Choose These Notes
CTET Paper 2 Handwritten Notes 2026-27 (Class 6-8)
- ✅ Made by qualified teachers & toppers — real exam insight
- ✅ Pedagogy + both electives (Maths-Science & Social Studies) in one place
- ✅ Colour-coded & concise — perfect for last-minute revision
- ✅ Trusted by 2,390+ CTET toppers (first-attempt success)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should take CTET Paper 2?
CTET Paper 2 is for those who want to teach at the upper-primary level, Class 6 to 8. If you want to teach Class 1 to 5, you need Paper 1 instead.
What is the CTET Paper 2 exam pattern?
150 MCQs / 150 marks in 2.5 hours, no negative marking: Child Development & Pedagogy (30) and Language I & II (30 each) are compulsory, plus one 60-mark elective — Mathematics & Science or Social Studies.
Do the notes cover both Maths-Science and Social Studies?
Yes — the notes cover both electives (Mathematics & Science and Social Studies / Social Science) along with Child Development & Pedagogy and both Language sections.
Which section is most important in CTET Paper 2?
Your chosen 60-mark elective (Maths-Science or Social Studies) plus Child Development & Pedagogy carry the most weight, so prioritise them.
Are the notes based on the latest CTET pattern?
Yes — they follow the latest 2026-27 CTET syllabus and pattern and are fully exam-ready.
Is it available as PDF or printed?
Both. Choose instant PDF (delivered to your email after payment) or a printed book. A Paper 1 + Paper 2 combo is also available.
What are the CTET qualifying marks?
You need 60% (90 out of 150) to qualify, with the usual relaxation for reserved categories as per CBSE norms.
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