CSSET 2023 Exam is conducted in offline mode i.e. pen and paper based. It is organized in two parts i.e. Part A and Part B. Part A question paper is an objective type question paper whereas Part B is subjective type. Part A consist of 40 questions of 160 Marks to be done in 2 hours and every single correct answer will be awarded 4 marks.
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| CSSET Eligibility Criteria | CSSET Practice Papers | CSSET Result |
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- Part B consists of 4 questions of 40 marks to be done in 30 minutes time.
- Every single correct answer will be awarded 10 marks.
- Part A contains the question of teaching aptitude, Sanskrit literature, general knowledge, mental ability and some questions to check proficiency in Sanskrit language.
- Part B checks the candidate’s creative writing, Sanskrit linguistic components and comprehension skills.
CSSET (Combined Shiksha Shastri Entrance Test) exam is conducted every year by Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan, New Delhi. CSSET 2023 is conducted for the candidates seeking admission in B. Ed programs.
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CSSET 2023 Exam Pattern Highlights
Given below is the important information highlighted for CSSET 2023 Exam.
| Exam Pattern Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline mode (Pen Paper Based) |
| Number of papers | 2 |
| Question Paper Type | Paper 1: MCQ Paper 2: Descriptive |
| Section in Part 1 | 4 |
| CSSET 2023 Total Marks | Paper 1: 160 marks Paper 2: 40 marks |
| Exam duration | Paper 1: 2 hours Paper 2: 30 minutes |
| Exam language | Sanskrit |
CSSET 2023 Exam Pattern
CSSET 2023 is conducted in offline mode i.e. pen and paper mode. The question paper is of 200 marks to be attempted in 180 minutes. Part A comprises 160 marks whereas Part B comprises 40 marks. CSSET is divided in 2 parts i.e. Part A and Part B. Part A contains objective type questions. Part B contains descriptive type question paper. The question paper will only be available in Sanskrit language.
Part A
Paper 1 consists of four sections, each having 10 questions from each subject. The questions will be of objective type. The question paper in Part A will consist of questions based on teaching aptitude, Sanskrit literature, general knowledge, mental ability and some questions to check proficiency in Sanskrit language. Each correct answer will be awarded 4 marks and there is no negative marking. If a single question is marked twice then it would be considered as a wrong answer.
Part B
Paper 2 comprises four questions to be answered descriptively. Each question carries 10 marks. Part B will contain the questions on creative writing, Sanskrit linguistic components and comprehension.
| Part | Questions | Marks | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 10 X4 = 40 questions | 40 x 4= 160 marks | Proficiency in Sanskrit Language General knowledge and mental ability Teaching Aptitude Sanskrit Literature |
| Part B | 4 questions | 4 x 10= 40 marks | Knowledge of Sanskrit linguistic components Comprehension test Creative Writing |
CSSET 2023 Marking Scheme
CSSET 2023 question paper is of 200 marks. Part A consist of 160 marks whereas Part B consist of 40 marks. Each question in part A carries equal marks in question paper. The candidates will be awarded 4 marks for every correct answer. Every question in Part B carries equal marks i.e. 10 marks for single answer. There is no negative marking in the CSSET exam. There is no deduction of marks for an unattempt question.
Given below is the marking scheme of CSSET 2023:
| Part | Marks |
|---|---|
| Part A | 4 marks each |
| Part B | 10 marks each |
CSSET 2023 Syllabus
PART A
| Subject | Topics | Sub topics |
|---|---|---|
| Section – A Sanskrit Language Proficiency – Scope | Treaty | Morphs of Words Morphs of Verbs |
| Suffix | Kṛt Offspring suffix Matup/Vatup Tap, Ṅīp, Ṅīṣ | |
| Compound | Indeclinable Determinative Copulative/Numeral Appositional/Negative Attributive | |
| Prakriyā | Ṇich San | |
| Voice | Active Voice Passive Voice Impersonal Voice | |
| Kāraka & Upapada Vibhakti | Accusative Karma Instrumental Karaṇa Dative Sampradāna Ablative Apādāna Locative Adhikaraṇa | |
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| Section B Testing of General knowledge – Scope | Indian Culture history Music Date Paint art Music Drama Music Indian Constitution Stats Sanskrit Literature Language Indian & Western Historical Places Literacy Population Capital Environment Science (Ancient) Modern Awards, Sports, Literature & Science Important Days Human Rights Important World Conferences Sanskrit Institutions on National Level Contemporary Issues | |
| Mantal Ability – Scope | Arrangement of Alphabets Arrangement of Numbers Increasing/Decreasing order Time, Day, Date, Hours Time/Word in Mirror Shapes Cause & effects, Part & Hall Relationship of Basic & Based Odd one out Upcoming Number, Series Numeric/Relative ratios Meaningful Order of different Things Mathematical Rationality Human Relations General Rational Statement | |
| Section – C Teaching Aptitude – Scope | Objectives of Education Qualities of Teacher Educational Principles Discipline Teaching Profession Classroom Management Roll of Teacher Teaching Objectives Ancient Education Assignment Sentience about Education Educational Commissions Educational Problems Life-Value Education Educational Psychology History of Education | |
| Section – D Sanskrit Literature – Scope | Vaidika Vāṅmaya - Scope Vaidika Vāṅmaya Brāhmana, Āraṇyaka Upniṣad, Vedanta Darśana Philosophies Puraṇa Rāmāyana Mahābhārat Epics Poets & Dramas Prose and Champū Modern Compositions Composers | |
PART B
| Subject | Topic |
|---|---|
| Proficiency in Sanskrit Language | Functional Grammar Conversion of Voice Selection of Viśiṣṭapada Conversion of Lakāra, Liṅga, Vachana, Vāchya Selection of Nominative, Adjective and Verb Selection of Avyayapada, Usage of Pronoun on the place of Noun, Selection of Upmāna Upmeya Answering after reading given paragraph Answering after reading given Poetic metre Writing of a Paragraph of approximately 50 words on a subject from the given options |
CSSET 2023 Recommended Books
Books plays an important role in the life of students. Given below are some of the important books recommended for the candidates preparing for CSSET 2023.
| Book Name | Publisher |
|---|---|
| Madhya Pradesh Sanvida Shala Shikshak Patrta Pariksha Sanskrit | Upkar Prakashan |
| Rajasthan P.S.C. Adhyapak Sanskrit Pratiyogita Pariksha | Upkar Prakashan |
| Rajasthan Adhyapak Sanskrit Pariksha | Upkar Prakashan |
CSSET 2023 Important instructions
Given below are the important instruction for CSSET candidates should read to avoid any discrepancy:
- Candidate should reach the exam center 1 hour prior to the commencement of exam
- It is compulsory to bring admit card, without the admit card entry would be prohibited.
- No electronic item is allowed in the examination hall which is considered as the subject of cheating.
- Do not open the test booklet without permission
- Fill the required details in the answer sheet. The result may not be evaluated if the details are not entered or entered correctly.
- It is not allowed to clarify doubts on any item in test booklet from the invigilator.
- Answer should be marked properly by darkening the circle in the OMR sheet.
- Failure to follow instructions written in the examination will lead to disqualification.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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