What is the full form of TGT?

What is TGT?

Teaching is considered as one of the most respectable jobs and there are many paths which candidates can use to become a teacher in private or government schools. If you also want to become a teacher, one of these ways is TGT which stands for Trained Graduate Teacher. If you have completed your B.Ed., then getting a job will be easy after completing the TGT course.

Eligibility criteria for TGT

If you want to teach students below 10^th grade, you can go for TGT. You have to fulfill the following eligibility criteria to take up the TGT course −

• You need to be a graduate of any stream

• The maximum age for TGT is 35 years

• If you have completed a postgraduate degree, you can go for PGT rather than TGT

• Need to have teaching qualifications by completing B.Ed. or other equivalent courses like PgCTL or D.EI.Ed.

• Clear the II paper of the CTET exam

Subjects taught by TGT

Here is a list of subjects that are taught by TGTs −

• Economics

• English

• Geography

• History

• Local language

• Math

• Science

• Social Science

How to become a TGT?

If you want to become a TGT, you will have to opt for either government or private school as the selection criteria are different.

TGT Selection Process for Government Schools

The selection process for TGT in government schools is very tough. You have to take two written exams followed by an interview. If you pass the written exams, then in the interview, you will be evaluated for teaching, collaboration, communication, etc. After the interview, a list of selected candidates is released and they are ranked on the basis of their performance in the exams and interview. The best performers are allowed to teach in schools within a state or a district.

TGT Selection Process for Private Schools

If you want to teach in a private school, the selection process depends upon the policies of that institute. The selection process usually depends on your qualifications, teaching skills, and experience. You may also have to go for a written exam. Private schools also conduct a background check and may ask you to provide references and demonstrate your teaching skills.

Application and Preparation

You can apply for the exam online on the official website of the authorities that conduct the exam. You have to make a study plan to be successful in the exam. Here is the plan which you can follow −

• You need to understand the syllabus and concentrate on the required subjects

• Look for previous papers and practice them

• Mock tests should be taken

• You need to update yourself about current affairs

• Join any coaching institute to prepare for the exam

Salary of TGTs

The salary of TGTs depends upon whether they are teaching in a government or private institute.

Salary of TGTs in Government Schools

If you are teaching in a government school, you will get your salary on the basis of 7^th Pay Commission guidelines. The range of salary is between INR 9,000 and INR 34,800. You will also get the following allowances −

• Dearness Allowance

• House Rent Allowance

• Transport Allowance

You will also get many other allowances.

If you are teaching in a private school as a TGT, you will get a salary on the basis of your performance, experience, qualifications, reputation, and financial status of the school. Your school may also provide housing allowance, health insurance, performance bonuses, etc. After gaining experience, you can apply for senior positions like coordinator, vice principal, principal, registrar, head of department, etc.

Objectives of TGT

TGT has the following objectives −

• You will be prepared for understanding the diversity of the teaching profession

• Your teaching skills and techniques will be developed so that you can create a learning environment in the classroom

• You will learn the methods and processes of teaching

• Leadership qualities and problem-solving skills will be developed

Difference between PGT alternative and TGT

PGT can be expanded to Post Graduate Teachers. There are a few differences between PGT and TGT which can be found in the table below −

TGT	PGT
Full form is Trained Graduate Teacher	Full form is Post Graduate teacher
Candidates have to pass paper 2 of CTET	Paper 2 of CTET is not required
Teach classes from 6th to 8th	Teach classes from 9th to 12th

Conclusion

TGT stands for Trained Graduate Teacher. Candidates who want to go for the TGT exam have to complete their B.Ed. course. These teachers are allowed to teach students from 6^th grade to 8^th grade. For teaching in government schools, candidates have to go for two exams along with an interview. The salary that they will get will be between INR 9,000 and INR 34,800.

FAQs

FAQ 1: If I become a TGT, will I get the opportunity to teach abroad?

Ans: Yes! You will get the opportunity to teach abroad as qualified teachers are needed in different schools in many countries.

FAQ 2: Will I get a chance to become a school principal or administrator?

Ans: Yes! When you gain experience in your teaching career, you can apply for the post of principal or school administrator.

FAQ 3: Do I have to perform other activities besides teaching?

Ans: Yes! You may have to organize extracurricular activities and also make arrangements for school events. You may also get the responsibility of training the new teachers.

FAQ 4: Will I get the chance for a leadership role?

Ans: Yes! You will get a chance to go for a leadership role.

FAQ 5: Which classes do I have to teach?

Ans: You will have to teach classes from 6^th to 8^th.