CTET 2026 Notification: The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 notification is expected to be released soon by the Central Board of Secondary Education for candidates who want to become teachers in central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti and other schools accepting CTET scores. Eligible candidates will be able to apply online through the official CTET portal once the application process begins.
CTET is conducted for two papers — Paper 1 for candidates who want to teach Classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 for candidates who want to teach Classes 6 to 8. Candidates who wish to teach both levels can apply for both papers. Before applying, applicants should check eligibility criteria, important dates, exam pattern, and fee details carefully.
CTET 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | CTET 2026 |
| Post Name | Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline/Online (As per official notice) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 11 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Result Date | After Exam |
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CTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Paper 1 / Paper 2 | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
CTET 2026 Eligibility Details
For Paper 1 (Class 1 to 5 Teacher)
| Qualification |
|---|
| 12th Pass with minimum required marks and D.El.Ed / BTC / JBT / B.El.Ed / Diploma in Elementary Education |
For Paper 2 (Class 6 to 8 Teacher)
| Qualification |
|---|
| Graduation degree with B.Ed / D.El.Ed / B.Ed Special Education or equivalent qualification |
For Both Papers
Candidates who fulfill eligibility for both levels can apply for both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
CTET 2026 Age Limit
There is no minimum or maximum age limit fixed for CTET examination. Candidates only need to fulfill the educational qualification requirements.
CTET 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will be based on:
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper 1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Exam Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Negative Marking: No
How to Apply for CTET 2026
Candidates need to visit the official CTET website and complete the online registration process. First, fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and upload required documents such as photograph and signature. After that, pay the application fee online and submit the final application form.
Candidates should download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
CTET 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link Status |
|---|---|
| CTET September 2026 Short Notification | Notification |
| CTET 2026 Apply Online (Soon) | Apply Online |
| CTET 2026 Official Notification | Notification |
| CTET Official Website | CTET |
