Best Books for CTET Preparation: List of Books for All Subjects

Books are like untold stories you need to uncover to achieve outstanding in an exam. Let’s talk about CTET, which is one of national level exams makes a person eligible for appointment as a teacher for class I to VIII. Applicants should be well-prepared as they are going to beat the toughest competition and here comes the need of good books to prepare for CTET exam.

Availability of multiple books creates a dilemma for students while making selection of best books for CTET exam preparation. Here we are suggesting some of the best books widely accepted for CTET preparation. We have followed few factors while suggesting books and they are-

• It should cover complete CTET syllabus;
• It should have practice sets;
• All concepts should be neat and clean;
• Recommended by CTET experts nationwide;

Understand the Exam Pattern First

You must be aware that CTET exam has two papers which involve a number of subjects. Before you make selection of books, it is compulsory to understand the ongoing pattern of CTET exam.

Pattern of Paper I (Exam Duration: Two and a half hours)

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory)	30 MCQ	30 marks
Language I (compulsory)	30 MCQ	30 marks
Language II (compulsory)	30 MCQ	30 marks
Mathematics	30 MCQ	30 marks
Environmental Studies	30 MCQ	30 marks
Total	150 MCQ	150 Marks

Pattern of Paper II (Exam Duration: Two and a half hours)

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory)	30 MCQ	30 marks
Language I (compulsory)	30 MCQ	30 marks
Language II (compulsory)	30 MCQ	30 marks
Mathematics and Science (for Mathematics and Science teacher) OR	60 MCQ	60 marks
Social Studies/Social Science(for Social Studies/Social Science teacher)	60 MCQ	60 marks
For any other teacher – either (IV) or (V)
Total	150 MCQs	150 marks

What are the Best Books for CTET 2021 Preparation?

Here is the list of books for CTET preparation including subjects- Child Development & Pedagogy, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, English, Hindi, and Social Studies.

Best Books for CTET Child Development & Pedagogy

Name of Book: CTET and TETs Child Development and Pedagogy Paper 1 and 2

Publisher: Arihant Experts

Synopsis: Complete Coverage of syllabus; 5 practice sets and solved papers; chapter-wise coverage of previous years’ questions; 1500+MCQ questions;

Where to buy: From online store like Amazon or Flipkart or at any book store

Description: Child Development & Pedagogy is common is both paper I & paper II. Whether you are appearing in either paper I or paper II or both, this book will help you for sure. The book has been consciously prepared by keeping the latest CTET pattern and syllabus in mind. The book encloses the best study materials and divided into 22 chapters which make it easy for students to understand concepts and solve related questions. Apart from CTET, this book is also useful for UPTET, UTET, HTET, CGTET and all other state TETs.

Best Books for CTET English

Name of Book: CTET & TET English Language Paper I & II

Publisher: Agrawal Examcart Experts

Synopsis: Chapter-wise theory; 2500+ questions includes most important chapter-wise questions with full explanations; CTET solved paper (paper I & II)

Where to buy: From online store like Amazon or Flipkart or at any book store

Description: Similar to Child Development & Pedagogy, English is also common in both the papers. The book comprises of chapter-wise theoretical explanation keeping CTET English syllabus in mind. Additionally, you can get 2500+ questions for practice. The book will help you to prepare for CTET and other state TETs.

Best Books for CTET Hindi

Name of Book: CTET and TETs Bhasha HINDI Paper 1 and 2

Publisher: Arihant Experts

Synopsis: सिलेबस का पूरा कवरेज; पिछले वर्षों के प्रश्नों का अध्याय-वार कवरेज; 5 अभ्यास सेट उत्तर के साथ; 1500+ वस्तुनिष्ठ प्रश्न

Where to buy: From online store like Amazon or Flipkart or at any book store

Description: Similar to Child Development & Pedagogy & English, Hindi is also common in both the papers. The book contains everything that you need to prepare for CTET Hindi paper. Practice 1500+ questions which will improve your problem-solving and time-management skills.

Best Books for CTET Mathematics

Name of Book: Mathematics Exam Goalpost for CTET and TETs Exams

Publisher: Wiley

Synopsis: previous years’ solved papers with detailed solution for each question; 600+ questions; three fully solved mock tests; practice questions after each chapter;

Where to buy: From online store like Amazon or Flipkart or at any book store

Description: The book will not only help you to practice and revise concepts, but also keep record of your progress. You can eliminate all your doubts and fear with the help of Mathematics exam Goalpost by Wiley.

Best Books for CTET Environmental Studies

Name of Book: Environmental Studies (EVS) Exam Goalpost for CTET and TETs Exams

Publisher: Wiley

Synopsis: previous years’ solved papers with detailed solution for each question; 600+ questions; three fully solved mock tests; practice set after each chapter;

Where to buy: From online store like Amazon or Flipkart or at any book store

Description: This book is considered ideal for preparing Environmental Studies for CTET exam paper I. It has thorough analysis of basic concepts followed by different practice sets. Additionally, you can get three fully solved mock tests based on latest TET pattern.

Best Books for CTET Social Studies

Name of Book: CTET Success Master Science Social/Studies

Publisher: Arihant

Synopsis: Chapter-wise coverage of concept analysis & previous years’ questions; 3000+ questions; solved papers & 2 practice sets;

Where to buy: From online store like Amazon or Flipkart or at any book store

Description: CTET Success Master has focused study materials based on NCERT books.  The book has been divided into 4 parts covering chapter-wise syllabus, with comprehensive concepts and 3000+ MCQs.

We did our task but your turn starts now. Collect these books either online or from offline stores and start preparing for the exam from today onwards. We are not restricting you to these books only; you can also take suggestions from your mentors and follow materials offered by them. We wish you a great future ahead!

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