Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | ERB Recruitment

The Education Recruitment Board (ERB) of Punjab has officially released the updated Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus 2026 for aspirants preparing for the upcoming state-level recruitment campaign. Aimed at filling 5,994 Elementary Teacher Training (ETT) positions across various Punjab Government Schools, this examination requires candidates to have a firm grasp of both the exam structure and the comprehensive subject topics. You can explore official notifications directly via the Official website.

Punjab ETT Teacher Recruitment Overview

Understanding the testing format is essential for effective preparation. The selection process consists of a written test followed by document verification. The examination is conducted offline as an OMR-based test featuring objective-type questions, where candidates earn 1 mark for each correct answer.

Feature	Details
Organisation	Education Recruitment Board (ERB), Punjab
Posts	Elementary Teacher Training (ETT)
Exam Level	State-Level
Category	Syllabus
Types of Questions	Objective-Type Questions
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR-Based Test)
Marking Scheme	1 Mark for Each Correct Answer
Selection Process	Written Test & Document Verification
Official Website	https://erd.punjab.gov.in.

Punjab ETT Exam Structure & Pattern

The written examination is segregated into two separate papers: Paper A and Paper B. Candidates must note that qualifying for Paper A is mandatory to become eligible for the evaluation of Paper B. While Paper A serves as a qualifying test, the final merit list will be prepared strictly based on the performance in Paper B.

Paper	Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper A	Punjabi	100	100	100 Minutes
Paper B	Punjabi	20	40	100 Minutes
Paper B	English	10	20	100 Minutes
Paper B	Hindi	10	20	100 Minutes
Paper B	General Science	20	40	100 Minutes
Paper B	Social Studies	20	40	100 Minutes
Paper B	Math	20	40	100 Minutes
Total		200	300	200 Minutes

Detailed Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus Topics

Review the exhaustive checklist of topics covered under Paper 1 and Paper 2 to ensure comprehensive preparation across all subjects.

Punjab ETT Paper 1 Syllabus Topics

• Language and Linguistic Foundations: Definition and types of language, Punjabi linguistics, classical Punjabi, and dialects.
• Script and Gurmukhi: Comprehensive study of scripts with a focus on Gurmukhi.
• Phonemic Awareness: Classification of vowel and consonant sounds.
• Word Knowledge: Noun, Pronoun, Adjective, Verb, Adverb, Conjunctions, word structure, formation, roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
• Vocabulary: Usage and syntax in Punjabi, sentence classification (structure and function), synonyms, antonyms, and one-word substitutions.
• Grammar: Gender, Tense, Causality, Punctuation, Idioms, Adverbs, and standardized Punjabi spelling conventions.

Punjab ETT Paper 2 Syllabus - Punjabi Language Proficiency

• Folklore
• Punjabi Culture
• Idioms, proverbs
• English to Punjabi translation
• Sentence-conversion

Punjab ETT Paper 2 Syllabus - General English

• Comprehension, an Unseen passage
• Grammar: Use of Articles, prepositions, determiners, conjunctions, and Modals. Error Correction (Word/Sentence) Use of Tenses, Voice and Narration, Transformation of Sentences and Clauses.
• Vocabulary: One Word Substitution, Antonyms, Synonyms, idioms & phrases.
• Translation: Punjabi To English, English To Punjabi

Punjab ETT Paper 2 Syllabus - General Hindi

• भाषा लिपि
• वर्णविचार
• शब्द विचार
• विकारी शब्द (संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण और क्रिया)
• अविकारी शब्द (क्रिया विशेषण संबंधबोधक, योजक और विस्मयादिबोधक)
• पर्यायवाची
• तत्सम तद्भव
• उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द
• अनेकार्थक शब्द
• विलोम शब्द
• शुद्ध अशुद्ध
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियां
• हिंदी से पंजाबी में अनुवाद

Punjab ETT Paper 2 Syllabus - Mathematics

• Number System
• Real Number
• Two Exponential Equations
• Arithmetic Series
• Euclid’s Division
• Lines & Angles
• Triangles, Quadrilaterals & Circles
• Area of Quadrilaterals & Triangles
• Directional Numerals
• Linear area and Volume
• Area relative to Circle
• Statistics
• Probability

Punjab ETT Paper 2 Syllabus - General Science

• Motion
• Force and Law of Motion
• Gravitation
• Work & Energy
• Sound
• Electricity
• Source of Energy
• Matter
• Atom & Molecules
• Chemical reaction & Equations
• Acid, Base & Salts
• Metal & non-metal
• Carbon & Its Compounds
• Cell & Tissue
• Living Organism
• Natural Resources
• Reproduction in Organisms
• Heredity and Evolution
• Human Eye and Colourful World

Syllabus Documents & Downloads

Candidates can access and download the official syllabus guides directly using the links provided below:

• Download Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus Paper 1 PDF
• Download Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus Paper 2 PDF

Next Steps for Candidates

After reviewing the syllabus and exam pattern, candidates should immediately focus on building a study schedule. Keep track of upcoming admit card release dates, verify travel arrangements to designated examination centers well in advance, and regularly check the official ERB portal for any new updates regarding the recruitment process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus 2026 PDF include the exam pattern?

Yes, this document contains both the detailed syllabus topics and the official exam pattern for the recruitment cycle.

What is the duration of the Punjab ETT Exam?

The allotted time duration for each individual paper in the examination is 100 minutes.

Is the Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus same for every year?

While the core syllabus remains consistent, candidates should remain alert for any minor updates or notifications issued by the Education Recruitment Board regarding changes to the testing criteria.

How many papers are included in the Punjab ETT written test?

The written exam is divided into two papers: Paper A and Paper B. Qualifying for Paper A is mandatory to become eligible for the evaluation of Paper B.