CTET 2026 Notification Out The CBSE has announced the conduct of the CTET 2026 , a crucial qualifying examination for aspiring teachers across India. This test is mandatory for candidates seeking teaching positions in Classes I to VIII at central government schools, including KVS, NVS, and other CBSE-affiliated institutions .
The official CTET 2026 notification has been published on the website — www.ctet.nic.in. The examination will be held in offline mode (pen-and-paper format) . Eligible and interested candidates will be able to submit their applications online once the registration window is activated.
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CTET 2026 Overview Particulars Details Exam Name Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 Conducting Authority Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Mode of Examination Offline (OMR-based) Duration 2.5 Hours per Paper Validity of Certificate Lifetime Official Website www.ctet.nic.in
CTET 2026 Important Dates Event Date Apply Start Date 27 November 2025 Apply Last Date 18 December 2025 Exam Date 08 February 2026
CTET- 2026 Application Fee Category For One Paper For Both Papers General/OBC (NCL) ₹1000/- ₹1200/- SC/ST/PwD ₹500/- ₹600/-
CTET -2026 Qualification Post Name Qualification Primary Teacher (PRT) Level-I 12th Pass + Diploma in Education (D.Ed)/ JBT Secondary Teacher (TGT) Level-II Graduate + Degree in Education (B.Ed/ B.El.Ed)
CTET -2026 Exam Pattern Paper I – For Classes I to V (Primary Teacher)
Subject Questions Marks Child Development and Pedagogy 30 30 Language I 30 30 Language II 30 30 Mathematics 30 30 Environmental Studies 30 30 Total 150 150
Paper II – For Classes VI to VIII (Elementary Teacher) Subject Questions Marks Child Development and Pedagogy 30 30 Language I 30 30 Language II 30 30 Mathematics & Science OR 60 60 Social Studies/Social Science 60 60 Total 150 150
Note: There is no negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks are 60% (90/150). Relaxations are provided for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories.
How to Apply for CTET -202 6
Go to the official CTET website — www.ctet.nic.inSelect “Apply Online” under the CTET February 2026 sectionRegister yourself using a valid email ID and mobile numberComplete the application form by entering accurate details, uploading the required documents, and paying the fee onlineFinalize the submission and keep a printed copy of the application for future reference
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