HP TET Syllabus 2024 for JBT, TGT, PGT & Other Posts: Check Important Topics

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) prescribes the Himachal Pradesh Teachers Eligibility Test (HPTET). The HP TET exam is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in the Primary and Upper Primary classes in schools of Himachal Pradesh. The candidates who will be appearing for the exam must know the HPTET syllabus 2024 for appropriate preparation for the exam. As the HP TET November exam is scheduled for 15th, 17th, 24th, 26th November 2024, thus, it is crucial for the exam aspirants to get acquainted with the latest syllabus to strategise their preparation. Get to know the HP TET syllabus for JBT, TGT, PGT, Shastri Exam, Language Teacher, Punjabi and Urdu on this page. 

HP TET Syllabus 2024

The HP TET syllabus 2024 is for those candidates who wish to teach in primary and elementary schools across Himachal Pradesh state. The syllabus varies for all eight papers- JBT, Shastri, TGT (Non-Medical), TGT (Medical), TGT (Arts), Language Teacher, Punjabi and Urdu. The subjects covered by the HP TET syllabus are child psychology, development, pedagogy and teaching-learning processes, paper-related subjects, and others The detailed subject wise syllabus for HP TET exam has been shared on this page. 

HP TET Syllabus 2024 Highlights 

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HP TET Syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy

The HP TET syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy syllabus is common for the candidates who will be applying for the post of HP TET JBT, TGT and PGT posts. The  HP TET syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy is basically divided into three sections that are: Child development, Concept of Inclusive education and Learning and Pedagogy and addressing learners from diverse backgrounds including children with special needs. Check the detailed syllabus below:

Child Development Syllabus

• Understanding Multi-Dimensional Intelligence
• The relationship between Language and Thought
• Assessing learner readiness in the classroom
• Encouraging Learning and Critical Thinking
• Exploring Gender as a Social Construct and its impact on roles
• Theories of Development and Learning
• Child-Centric Progressive Education principles
• Navigating the Social World of Children
• A critical look at the Construct of Intelligence

Learning and Pedagogy Syllabus

• Viewing the Child as a "Scientific Investigator"
• Interplay between Cognition and Emotions in learning
• Motivation as a driver for effective learning
• How Personal and Environmental factors shape learning experiences
• Developing Thinking and Learning skills in Children
• Core Processes of Teaching and Learning
• Child as a Problem-Solver: Fostering critical thinking
• Addressing Diversity: Learners from various backgrounds and abilities

Special Learning Needs Syllabus

• Understanding and supporting Specially Abled Learners
• Meeting the needs of children with impairments or learning difficulties

HP TET Syllabus for TGT

The HP TET syllabus for TGT (Arts), TGT (NM), and TGT (Medical), questions are based on on child psychology, development, pedagogy, and teaching-learning processes will center on the educational psychology relevant to teaching students in the age group of 11 to 14 years. These questions will assess the candidate's understanding of the characteristics, needs, and psychology of diverse learners, focusing on effective interaction with students and the qualities of a good facilitator. Additionally, questions from other sections will be drawn from the prescribed syllabus for classes 6 to 8. However, the difficulty level of these questions, along with their connections, may extend up to the 10+2 level as per HPBOSE standards.

HP TET Syllabus for Shastri Exam

The HP TET Shastri Exam syllabus is divided into two main sections. The first section focuses on topics from the Shastri degree course, while the second section addresses General Awareness, which includes Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs, and Environmental Studies. The Shastri degree syllabus in HP TET exam covers a wide range of subjects, such as Sanskrit language, literature, philosophy, and religion, and the exam will thoroughly evaluate candidates’ understanding of these areas. The General Awareness section will test candidates' knowledge of current events, the history and geography of Himachal Pradesh, and environmental issues.

HP TET 2024 Syllabus for Punjabi Language

The HP TET Punjabi exam evaluates candidates' knowledge and proficiency in the Punjabi language, specifically for teaching roles in Himachal Pradesh. The syllabus includes various aspects of Punjabi language and literature, such as grammar, vocabulary, translation, comprehension, and creative writing skills. This exam ensures candidates are well-prepared to teach Punjabi in the state's educational institutions.

HP TET 2024 Syllabus for Urdu Language

The HP TET Urdu Language syllabus tests the eligibility of candidates aiming to teach Urdu in primary and upper primary schools in Himachal Pradesh. The syllabus is based on the Urdu course at the Graduation level from Jammu and Kashmir University. In addition to Urdu language proficiency, the exam covers General Awareness, with questions on Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs, and Environmental Studies. This ensures candidates are knowledgeable in both language and essential regional and global topics.

HP TET EVS Syllabus 2024

The important topics that are asked in the HP TET EVS syllabus are as follows: 

• Environmental Studies & Environmental Education
• Learning Principles
• Experimentation/Practical Work
• Discussion
• Activities
• Teaching material/Aids Problems
• Family and Friends
• Work and Play
• Plants
• Food
• Shelter
• Water
• Travel
• Things We Make and Do
• Concept and scope of EVS

HP TET GK Syllabus 

The HP TET GK syllabus will cover questions from subjects that include Current Affairs, Science, Inventions and Discoveries, etc. Given below are the important topics covered in it. 

• Physics
• Indian Parliament
• Basic GK
• Chemistry
• Geography
• Environment
• Indian Economy
• Inventions in the World
• Basic Computer
• Famous Books & Authors
• HP History
• HP Culture
• Sports
• Zoology
• Famous Days & Dates
• Botany
• Indian Politics

HP TET Physics Syllabus

HP TET Physics syllabus will have the basic topics such as Light, Reflection, Refraction, Motion, etc. 

• Mechanics
• Thermal Properties of Matter
• Units and Measurements
• Kinetic Theory
• Wave Optics
• Physical-World
• Mechanical Properties of Solids
• Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
• Motion in a Straight Line
• Motion in a Plane
• Mechanical Properties of Fluids
• Systems of Particles and Rotational Motion
• Electric Charges and Fields
• Moving Charges and Magnetism
• Electromagnetic Induction
• Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance
• Magnetism and Matter 

HP TET English Syllabus 

The English Language syllabus is aimed at testing the candidate’s basic knowledge of vocabulary. It will have questions from Comprehension, Voice, Speech, Parts of Speech, etc. 

• Challenges of teaching language
• Evaluating language comprehension
• Teaching-learning materials
• Two unseen passages with questions
• Role of listening and speaking
• Function of language
• Direct and Indirect Speech
• Active & Passive Voice 
• Synonyms & Antonyms 
• Idioms and Phrases
• Sentence Improvement
• Role of grammar in learning a language

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