APTET 2013 Papers,Syllabus and Pass Criteria Details

 Structure, Content and Syllabus of APTET:
a)  The structure and content of each part of Paper-I and Paper-II of the fourth APTET, and the breakup of the total 150 marks among various parts of the paper are given in the Information Bulletin.

b)  Syllabus for APTET can be downloaded from http://aptet.cgg.gov.in

Pass Criteria in TET:
The criteria for considering pass in APTET is as follows:

OC                                      -  60% Marks and Above
BC                                      -  50% Marks and Above 
SC                                       -  40% Marks and Above
ST                                       -  40% Marks and Above
Differently abled (PH)**    -  40% Marks and Above

APTET Papers
The test (APTET) will be conducted in 2 papers viz. Paper-I & Paper-II.  The candidates who intend to be teachers for classes I to V have to appear for Paper-I and the candidates intending to be teachers for classes VI to VIII have to appear for Paper-
II.  The candidates who intend to be teachers for all classes from I to VIII can appear for both papers, Paper-I and Paper-II.

Books for APTET 2013 Preparation


 Tet (Science & Math Teachdrs, Paper-2) (Paperback)  Tet (Social Studies Teachers, Paper -2) (Paperback)   TET Teacher Test Eligibility Guide (Paper - 1) (Paperback)

TET Teacher Eligibility Test For Mathematics And Science Teacher Guide (Paper - II) (Paperback)     APTET (A.P.Teacher's Eligibility Test 2012-Hindi)   Teachers Recruitment Exam: Objective Social Studies (Paperback)

Eligibility Criteria for APTET 2013


The candidates at the time of applying for APTET, September 2013 should be in possession of the minimum qualifications prescribed for a teacher for I to V classes (Paper-I) and VI to VIII classes (Paper-II) as given in Information Bulletin.

The candidates who are pursuing final year of any of the Teacher Education Courses recognized by the NCTE or the RCI, as the case may be, and / or the Language Pandit Training Courses, during the academic year 2012-2013 can also appear for the APTET September, 2013.

However it is clarified that appearance or a pass in APTET by itself will not vest any right in a candidate to be considered for appointment to the post of Teacher in Government / Zilla Parishad / Mandal Parishad / Municipal and Private Aided Schools, unless he is in possession of the qualifications prescribed for appointment to such post in the relevant statutory recruitment rules framed by State Government from time to time as on the date prescribed  there in for possession of such qualifications.

Find more Details at APTET Official Website http://www.aptet.cgg.gov.in/‎

APTET 2013 Exam Dates,APTET Fee Details and Online Application Procedure



APTET will be conducted on 1st  September, 2013 in all the Districts of the State.  The duration and timings of the test are given below:

Paper-I : 9.30 am to 12.00 noon (duration 2 ½ hours)

Paper-II : 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm (duration 2 ½ hours)

APTET Fee Details
The fee prescribed for appearing for APTET (including examination fee) is Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two hundred only) for only Paper-I or only Paper-II or both.  Candidates can pay the fee through APONLINE or e-Seva/mee seva centers between 15.07.2013 and 31.07.2013 and submit online application at the APTET website http://aptet.cgg.gov.in between 16.07.2013 and 01.08.2013.

APTET Online Application Procedure
Detailed procedure for applying ONLINE is given in the Information Bulletin.  Candidates can download the ‘Information Bulletin’ free of cost from the APTET website: http://aptet.cgg.gov.in from 15.07.2013 onwards. Candidates can submit their applications online from 16.07.2013 to 01.08.2013.

SNAP 2013 Best Preparation Books and Tips



If you are self-studying, the earlier you start to prepare the more well-prepared, pressure less and confident you be. Focus on preparing all the sections equally to get through the paper. Each section is important and only then you can attain high percentile by scoring correct in most. SNAP preparation guide section wise is as follows:

  • Having inclination towards maths, Quantitative ability and Data interpretation section often involves twisted questions asked in diverse ways. One needs to learn from the basics and practice continuously. When you cross hurdles of solving all kind of miscellaneous questions, your emphasis must divert to attaining the required Speed while maintaining accuracy. In addition, all the formulae must be learnt by heart without confusing yourself.
·         English and Vocabulary cannot be learnt in a day. To have a hold on this section English grammar & basics must be known by heart, even if you have to borrow books from you younger siblings. The clarity must be given to speech, forms etc for which SNAP English preparation books could be your assistance. Simultaneously, vocabulary needs to be enhanced. Words and idioms must be crammed on a regular basis. Relate & Deploy them in use in your oral skills, this way they can be learnt without forgetting their meaning. A cheap and most rewarding source to prepare for this section is to read English Newspaper on a regular basis. The Hindu or whatever you wish to subscribe you may, it will not only improve your vocabulary but will also prepare you for general awareness section all the while.
  • Logical Reasoning section is often experimental for the paper setters. This section needs a lot of practice to get an idea of diverse form of questions that can be asked. With acute alertness of mind and practicing till perfection can save your time in exam. The more you practice, the more you would be able to relate question with the ones you practiced and can hence solve them straight,.
  • General Awareness questions are random and something that cannot be prepared in a day or even a week, just as vocabulary. This section needs constant attention in order to score high. The key is to commence reading in advance and try to keep yourself well-informed of General Awareness For SNAP.
Business Awareness must be highly focused on by management students. The source could be regular comprehension of business newspapers as HT Business, Economic times etc. One can always reach the company websites to obtain member’s name for SNAP preparation online.


Below are some of the best SNAP Preparation Books


The Pearson Complete Guide to the CAT by Nishit K Sinha 


 Trishna's Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT and Other MBA Examinations by TIME
                                          
        
                                                 Quantitative Aptitude by R.S Aggarwal
                                                      
                                Data Analysis and Logical Reasoning for CAT by MbaGura
                      
                      Target New CAT - Past (2005 - 2010) + 5 Mock Tests by Disha Experts








Top Civil Services Exam Reference books and Study Materials



There are array of civil services preliminary examination books that will help you in preparing well for this exam. Some of them are as follows –
a.    For general science  you can refer to class IX and X books
b.    Advanced science books that are published by Tata McGraw Hills
c.    For current news papers like The Hindu, The Economic Times, and The Times of India
d.    Magazines  and periodicals like Frontline, Business Today, Business Outlook, and Yojana
e.    Competitive Magazines like Chronicle, Competitive success review, and Pratiyogita Darpan
f.    For History and Indian National Movement like Class IX for Contemporary India, India and Contemporary World I, and India and Contemporary World II
g.    Indian History book published by V.K . Agnihotri
h.    Indian and World Geography books like Fundamentals of physical geography, and India Physical Environment
i.    Class XI books for beginners for Political science books and political theory
j.    Class XII Indian constitution
k.    For economics Indian Economy for Civil Services Examinations by M.Laxmikanth.
l.    The other books are Our Constitution , by D.D. Basu, Our Constitution, and Our Parliament both authored by Subhash C Kashyap, Indian Polity For UPSC: 3rd Edition by M.Laxmikanth.


Civil Services (preliminary) exam. Study Materials
Some of the useful civil services (preliminary) exam. 2013 study material is as follows –

Crack Civil Services Studies IAS Prelims exam, published by Disha Publication

Handbook for general Studies for UPSC Civil Services published by Spectrum Books

IAS Mains General Studies Chapterwise Solved Papers 2011-1997

UPSC Portal Current Affairs (2012 - 13) BY Sachchida Nand Jha