CTET September 2026 Notification Released – Apply Online
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026. Candidates aspiring to become teachers in Central Government and CBSE-affiliated schools can now submit their online applications through the official portal.
CTET 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Authority | CBSE |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 June to 18 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
For Classes I to V (Paper-I)
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-Year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- Graduation with 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education.
For Classes VI to VIII (Paper-II)
- Graduation with 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Graduation with 50% marks and B.Ed degree.
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-Year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed course.
Application Fee
| Category | Single Paper | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
Exam Pattern
Paper-I: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies.
Paper-II: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics & Science or Social Studies.
Each paper consists of 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official CTET website.
- Complete registration.
- Fill personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and print the confirmation page.
Apply Online
Conclusion
CTET 2026 is a great opportunity for candidates seeking a teaching career in India. Interested applicants should submit their forms before the last date and start their preparation early for better performance in the examination.
