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CTET - Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 — Notification, Eligibility & Apply

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Registration Opens: 10 Jun 2026

Conducted by: Central Board of Secondary Education, DelhiOfficial Website

About This Exam

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026, conducted by CBSE

About CTET 2026

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers in schools. The exam is conducted twice a year, and the application process for CTET 2026 starts from 11.05.2026 to 10.06.2026. date of examination -06th september , 2026 paper I- evening shift , time - 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM , paper II - Morning , time - 09:30 AM to 12 : 00 NOON

Important Dates

  • Registration Opens
    10 Jun 2026
  • Registration Closes
    6 Sept 2026
  • Exam DateCancelled
    6 Sept 2026
  • Admit Card ReleaseTo be announced
    To be announced
  • Result ExpectedTo be announced
    To be announced

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Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for CTET - Central Teacher Eligibility Test
CriteriaDetails
Age LimitNo upper limit
Educational QualificationD.El.Ed/B.Ed (Paper I: D.El.Ed, Paper II: B.Ed)
NationalityIndian citizen

Application Fee

Application fee for CTET - Central Teacher Eligibility Test
CategoryFee Amount
General₹1,000
SC₹500

Application Process

The application process for CTET 2026 involves filling in the online application form, uploading scanned images, and paying the examination fee.

  1. 1

    Step 1: Log on to the CTET website

    Log on to the CTET official website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in

  2. 2

    Step 2: Go to the link 'Apply Online'

    Go to the link 'Apply Online' and open the same

  3. 3

    Step 3: Fill in the online application form

    Fill in the online application form and note down the registration number/application number

  4. 4

    Step 4: Upload scanned images

    Upload scanned images of photograph and signature

  5. 5

    Step 5: Pay the examination fee

    Pay the examination fee through debit/credit card and net banking

  6. 6

    Step 6: Print the confirmation page

    Print the confirmation page for record and future reference

  7. 7

    Step 7: Verify the application status

    Verify the application status after submission

Application Fee

General: ₹1000, SC/ST/PwBD: ₹500

Selection Process

  1. 1Paper-I (Class 1-5)
  2. 2Paper-II (Class 6-8)

Admit Card

Release Date: To be announced (expected)

Candidates can download their admit card from the CTET website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in. The admit card will be available for download before the exam date.

Documents to carry

Candidates must bring a printout of the admit card and a valid photo ID to the exam center.

Result

Declared: To be announced (expected)

Candidates can check their result on the CTET website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in. The result will be declared after the exam date.

The result statistics will be available on the CTET website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for submission of online application for CTET 2026?

The last date for submission of online application for CTET 2026 is 10.06.2026 (Before 11:59 PM). Candidates can apply online through the CTET website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in. The application process starts from 11.05.2026.

What is the exam fee for CTET 2026?

The exam fee for CTET 2026 is ₹1000 for General candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. The fee can be paid online through debit/credit card and net banking. Candidates can submit the fee until 10.06.2026 (Before 11:59 PM).

What is the eligibility criteria for CTET 2026?

To satisfy eligibility to appear in the examination, candidates need to go through the Information Bulletin carefully with the entire requirement therein. The eligibility criteria are not explicitly stated, but candidates must satisfy the eligibility to appear in the examination. Candidates can find more information on the CTET website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in.

What is the date of examination for CTET 2026?

The date of examination for CTET 2026 is 06th September, 2026 (Sunday). In case the number of candidates increases, the exam may also be conducted on 05th September, 2026 (Saturday). The exam will be conducted in two shifts, Paper-II in the morning and Paper-I in the evening.

How can I apply for CTET 2026?

Candidates can apply for CTET 2026 online through the CTET website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in. The application process involves filling in the online application form, uploading scanned images, and paying the examination fee. Candidates can apply from 11.05.2026 to 10.06.2026 (Before 11:59 PM).

What are the steps to submit the online application form for CTET 2026?

The steps to submit the online application form for CTET 2026 are: Log on to the CTET official website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in, go to the link 'Apply Online', fill in the online application form, upload scanned images, pay the examination fee, and print the confirmation page. Candidates can find more information on the CTET website https://ctet.nic.in or the CBSE website https://www.cbse.gov.in.

About This Exam

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026, conducted by CBSE

About CTET 2026

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers in schools. The exam is conducted twice a year, and the application process for CTET 2026 starts from 11.05.2026 to 10.06.2026. date of examination -06th september , 2026 paper I- evening shift , time - 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM , paper II - Morning , time - 09:30 AM to 12 : 00 NOON

Eligibility Criteria

CriteriaDetails
Age LimitNo upper age limit
Educational QualificationTo satisfy eligibility to appear in the examination
NationalityIndian citizens

Candidates must go through the Information Bulletin carefully with the entire requirement therein. The eligibility criteria are not explicitly stated, but candidates must satisfy the eligibility to appear in the examination.

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Data Source: Central Board of Secondary Education, Delhi Official Website

Last Updated: 25 Sept 2026

Compiled from the official notification. Not yet verified by our editors. Always confirm dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply or pay.