Govt Primary School Teacher 2026 - Syllabus

GSSC Primary School Teacher Syllabus 2026 - Overview
 

GSSC Primary School Teacher Syllabus 2026

English Language & Comprehension: Focus on grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills to test candidate’s proficiency in English.

Numerical Ability: Covers fundamental arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation, essential for quantitative reasoning.

Reasoning: Encompasses logical reasoning, pattern recognition, and both verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions to test analytic thinking.

Konkani Language: Assesses grammar, usage, and comprehension tailored to the Konkani dialect, which is mandatory for eligibility.

Marathi :
Marathi conjugation (syntax, sh udyatarth, usage, synonym sh udyapan, antonym sh udyapan),
Greatness and eloquence, use of words, vocabulary,
Famous book and author.

Test of Marathi Methodology / Education :

(A) Nature and objectives of teaching Marathi at Primary level
Aims of teaching Marathi as:
first language / second language
Importance of mother-tongue / regional language in child development
Language learning vs language acquisition
Role of Marathi in:
communication
cultural understanding
social development

(B) Curriculum and syllabus understanding
Objectives of Marathi curriculum at primary stage
Learning outcomes of:
listening
speaking
reading
writing
Integration of language skills with other subjects

(C) Methods of teaching Marathi
Direct method
Bilingual method
Activity-based learning method
Storytelling method
Play-way method
Project method
Situational and conversational method

(D) Teaching of language skills
Listening :
classroom listening activities
teacher talk and student interaction

Speaking :
dialogue
role play
recitation
group discussion

Reading :
aloud reading
silent reading
intensive and extensive reading
reading comprehension techniques

Writing :
guided writing
free writing
creative writing
sentence and paragraph formation

(E) Teaching of grammar (Vyakaran)

Nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives
Tense, gender, number
Sentence structure
Use of grammar in real communication
Functional grammar approach

(F) Teaching of prose, poetry and supplementary readers

Teaching steps of prose lesson
Teaching steps of poetry lesson
Appreciation of poem
Teaching of stories and short passages
Use of teaching aids

(G) Teaching aids and resources

Charts
flash cards
audio-visual aids
digital and ICT tools
textbooks and workbooks

(H) Assessment and evaluation in Marathi

formative assessment
summative assessment
oral and written evaluation
rubrics for speaking and reading
diagnostic assessment

(I) Error analysis and remedial teaching

common language errors of primary learners
spelling mistakes
sentence formation errors
pronunciation problems
planning remedial activities

(J) Classroom management and inclusive practices

teaching mixed-ability learners
slow learners and gifted learners
inclusive classroom strategies
learner-centred classroom practices

Test of Konkani Methodology / Education:

(A) Nature and objectives of teaching Konkani at Primary level
Role of Konkani as:
mother tongue
regional language

Importance of Konkani in:
identity
culture
local communication
Language development of children through Konkani

(B) Curriculum and learning outcomes
Objectives of Konkani language curriculum
Competency-based learning outcomes
Integration of language learning with life skills

(C) Methods of teaching Konkani
Oral–aural approach
Activity-based approach
Story and conversation method
Play-way method
Learning through songs, rhymes and folk stories

(D) Teaching of four language skills

Listening
listening games
short audio and classroom interaction

Speaking
conversation practice
role play
narration of experiences

Reading
recognition of letters and words
reading simple texts
comprehension strategies

Writing
word writing
sentence formation
short paragraph writing
creative writing

(E) Teaching of Konkani grammar
parts of speech
basic sentence structure
use of grammar in meaningful contexts
functional and communicative approach to grammar

(F) Teaching of prose, poetry and stories
steps of teaching a prose lesson
teaching rhymes and poems
use of folk literature and local stories
appreciation and response activities

(G) Teaching aids and learning materials
local context based teaching aids
flash cards and pictures
storytelling props
audio-visual and digital content

(H) Assessment and evaluation in Konkani
oral assessment
reading assessment
writing assessment
continuous and comprehensive evaluation
feedback based assessment

(I) Error correction and remedial teaching

common learner errors in:
pronunciation
spelling
sentence construction
strategies for corrective feedback
planning remedial and enrichment activities

(J) Classroom practices and inclusive education
multilingual classroom handling
children from non-Konkani background
inclusive strategies for diverse learners
learner-friendly classroom environment