MPESB Primary School Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2024: Apply Now

The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) has announced the Primary School Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) Varg 3 for the year 2024. Candidates aspiring to become primary school teachers in Madhya Pradesh can apply for this exam online between October 1, 2024, and October 15, 2024. Below, you will find all the necessary information regarding eligibility criteria, important dates, application fees, and exam procedures.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date:                October 1, 2024
• Last Date for Registration:        October 15, 2024
• Last Date to Pay Exam Fee:        October 15, 2024
• Correction Window Closes:       October 20, 2024
• Exam Date:                                        November 10, 2024
• Admit Card Availability:                Before the Exam

Application Fees

• General/Other State Candidates:   560/-
• Reserved Category Candidates:       310/-
  Payment can be made through MP Online Kiosk or via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications:
Candidates must meet one of the following educational qualifications to be eligible for the MP Primary School TET PSTET 2024:

1. 10+2 (Intermediate) or Equivalent:
   • At least 50% marks, and
   • A two-year diploma in elementary education or its equivalent.
2. 10+2 (Intermediate) or Equivalent:
   • At least 45% marks, and
   • Completion of Elementary Education as per National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) Regulations, 2002.
3. 10+2 (Intermediate) or Equivalent:
   • At least 50% marks, and
   • A four-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
4. 10+2 (Intermediate) or Equivalent:
   • At least 50% marks, and
   • A two-year diploma in related (special) education.
5. Bachelor’s Degree (Any Stream):
   • A two-year diploma in elementary education or its equivalent.

For detailed eligibility information, candidates are advised to read the official notification.

MPESB Primary School Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2024: Exam Syllabus Details

The MPESB Primary School Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) Varg 3 follows a structured syllabus designed to assess the teaching abilities and subject knowledge of aspiring primary school teachers. The syllabus is divided into key subjects that focus on child development, pedagogy, language proficiency, and basic understanding of mathematics and environmental studies.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the syllabus:

1. Child Development and Pedagogy

This section focuses on educational psychology, the understanding of child development, and effective teaching-learning processes.

Key Topics:

• Child Development (Primary School Child):
  • Understanding child development from 6 to 11 years.
  • Concept of development and its relationship with learning.
• Learning and Pedagogy:
  • How children learn and think.
  • Factors influencing learning.
  • Motivation and its role in learning.
  • Methods of teaching (learner-centered vs teacher-centered).
  • Classroom management.
• Inclusive Education:
  • Understanding the needs of children with learning difficulties and special needs.
  • Addressing diversity in the classroom.

2. Language I (Hindi/Other Regional Language)

This section tests the proficiency and understanding of the chosen language, with a focus on grammar, comprehension, and pedagogy.

Key Topics:

• Language Comprehension:
  • Unseen passages for comprehension (prose and poetry).
• Pedagogy of Language Development:
  • Language acquisition and learning strategies.
  • Role of grammar in language learning.
  • Challenges faced by children in learning a language.
  • Development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
  • Teaching-learning materials for language teaching.

3. Language II (English)

This section evaluates the candidate’s ability to teach English at the primary level.

Key Topics:

• Comprehension:
  • Understanding and interpreting passages.
• Pedagogy of Language Development:
  • Acquisition of second language skills.
  • Language teaching methods (e.g., communicative approach, grammar-translation method).
  • Learning and teaching strategies.
  • Role of literature in language learning.

4. Mathematics

This section tests basic mathematical knowledge and the pedagogical skills required to teach mathematics at the primary level.

Key Topics:

• Content:
  • Numbers (natural, whole, integers, fractions, decimals, etc.)
  • Arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
  • Measurement (length, weight, capacity, time, etc.)
  • Geometry (shapes, space understanding)
  • Data handling (reading and interpreting charts, graphs)
  • Simple equations and patterns.
• Pedagogical Issues:
  • Nature and understanding of mathematics as a subject.
  • Methods and approaches to teaching mathematics.
  • Error analysis in mathematics and remedial teaching.
  • Use of teaching-learning materials in math education.

1. Application Window:
   Eligible candidates can apply online from October 1, 2024, to October 15, 2024, on the official MPESB website.
2. Steps to Follow:
   • Read the official notification carefully before applying.
   • Gather all required documents, including eligibility proof, ID proof, and address details.
   • Ensure scanned copies of important documents like your photograph, signature, and ID proof are ready.
   • Complete the application form, carefully reviewing all fields before submission.
   • Pay the applicable examination fee if required.
   • Save and print a copy of the final submitted form for future reference.