Special PSTET 2 2026 Notification – Complete Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Fee Structure
Special PSTET 2 2026 official notification has been released for candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 6 to 8 (TGT – Trained Graduate Teacher) in Punjab. This article provides the complete PSTET Paper 2 syllabus, exam pattern, subject structure, registration fee, and important instructions.
Table of Contents
1. Special PSTET 2 2026 Overview
| Exam Name | Special PSTET 2 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Punjab Education Board |
| Paper | Paper II (Class VI to VIII) |
| Total Questions | 150 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
The Special PSTET 2 2026 exam is mandatory for candidates applying for TGT teacher posts in Punjab government schools.
2. Special PSTET 2 Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Punjabi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
✔ All questions are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). ✔ Each question carries 1 mark. ✔ No negative marking.
3. Detailed Special PSTET 2 Syllabus
Child Development & Pedagogy
- Concept of Development & Learning
- Piaget, Kohlberg & Vygotsky Theories
- Inclusive Education
- Assessment for Learning
- Gender Issues & Individual Differences
- Motivation & Learning
Language I – Punjabi
- Unseen Passages (Prose & Poem)
- Grammar & Verbal Ability
- Language Teaching Principles
- Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing Skills
- Remedial Teaching
Language II – English
- Two Unseen Passages
- Comprehension & Grammar
- Pedagogy of Language Development
- Communication Skills
Mathematics (30 Marks)
- Number System
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Data Handling
- Pedagogical Issues
Science (30 Marks)
- Food & Materials
- World of Living
- Electric Circuits & Magnets
- Natural Resources
- Science Teaching Methods
Social Science (60 Marks)
- History (Ancient to Modern India)
- Geography (Earth, Resources, Agriculture)
- Political Science (Constitution, Democracy, Judiciary)
- Teaching Methodology of Social Studies
4. Special PSTET 2 2026 Registration Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1100 ( check official website) |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled | ₹550 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Self) | NIL |
Note: Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
5. Important Instructions
- Apply through official E-Punjab portal.
- Select Special PSTET-2 carefully.
- Fill application form accurately.
- Admit card will be sent via registered email.
6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is Special PSTET 2 2026?
Special PSTET 2 is Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test for Classes 6 to 8 teachers.
Q2. Is there negative marking in PSTET 2?
No, there is no negative marking.
Q3. How many questions are there in PSTET Paper 2?
There are 150 MCQs.
Q4. What is the registration fee for General category?
The fee for General/OBC category is ₹1100 ( check official website) .
Final Words
The Special PSTET 2 2026 Notification is an important opportunity for candidates aiming to become TGT teachers in Punjab. Candidates should carefully review the Special PSTET 2 syllabus, exam pattern, and registration fee before applying.
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