Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET September 2026 Notification on May 11, 2026, on its official website. The online application process for the 22nd edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) has started from today, and eligible candidates can now submit their application forms online at ctet.nic.in.
As per the official notification, the last date to apply online for CTET September 2026 is June 10, 2026. The CTET 2026 examination will be conducted on September 06, 2026, across 132 cities in India in 27 languages.
The CTET examination is conducted for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS), and other CBSE-affiliated schools.
CTET Notification 2026
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Notification Release Date | May 11, 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| CTET Exam Date 2026 | September 06, 2026 |
| Languages | 27 Languages |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2026 Important Dates
Candidates can check all important dates related to CTET September 2026 below.
| CTET Notification Release Date | May 11, 2026 |
| CTET Online Application Starts | May 11, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 10, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | June 10, 2026 |
| CTET Application Correction Window | June 15 to 18, 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date 2026 | September 06, 2026 |
CTET Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| CTET February Notification | Download |
| CTET Official Website | Click Here |
CTET Eligibility Criteria
The CTET examination is conducted in two papers:
- Paper 1: For candidates who wish to teach Classes 1 to 5
- Paper 2: For candidates who wish to teach Classes 6 to 8
Candidates applying for CTET must fulfil the prescribed educational qualifications.
CTET Paper 1 Eligibility (Primary Stage)
Candidates should have:
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed
OR - Graduation with B.Ed/D.El.Ed qualification
CTET Paper 2 Eligibility (Upper Primary Stage)
Candidates should have:
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.Ed/D.El.Ed
OR - 4-year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed qualification
CTET Application Process
The CTET online application process has started at the official website. Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online.
- Visit the official website — ctet.nic.in
- Click on “Apply for CTET September 2026”
- Complete registration using mobile number and email ID
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details
- Upload scanned photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application form
- Download and print the confirmation page
Candidates are advised to carefully review all details before final submission.
CTET 2026 Application Fee
The category-wise application fee details are expected to remain similar to previous sessions.
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
The fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking.
CTET Exam Pattern
The CTET examination will be conducted in CBT mode and will consist of objective-type questions.
CTET Paper 1 Exam Pattern
| Subjects | 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 |
CTET Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
CTET Certificate Validity
Candidates qualifying the CTET examination will receive a CTET eligibility certificate. The CTET certificate is valid for lifetime as per CBSE norms.
Qualified candidates become eligible to apply for teaching posts in:
- Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS)
- Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS)
- Central Government Schools
- CBSE Affiliated Schools
CTET Preparation Tips
Candidates preparing for CTET 2026 should focus on:
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Previous Year Question Papers
- Mock Tests
- NCERT-based preparation
- Time management and revision
Regular practice and proper understanding of the exam pattern can significantly improve performance in the CTET examination.