The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the CTET September 2026 Exam Date on its official website. According to the latest notification, the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 will be conducted on September 06, 2026 across multiple examination centres in India.
The online application process for CTET September 2026 has started from May 11, 2026, and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website, ctet.nic.in. The last date to submit the online application form is June 10, 2026.
CTET is a national-level teacher eligibility examination conducted by CBSE for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in central government schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS), and other CBSE-affiliated schools.
CTET Exam Date 2026 Overview
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| CTET Notification Release Date | May 11, 2026 |
| CTET Application Start Date | May 11, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 10, 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date 2026 | September 06, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2026 Important Dates
Candidates can check all important dates related to CTET September 2026 below.
| CTET Notification Release | May 11, 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | May 11, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 10, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | June 10, 2026 |
| CTET Correction Window | June 15 to 18, 2026 |
| CTET Admit Card Release | Expected in August 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date | September 06, 2026 |
| CTET Result Date | To Be Announced |
CTET 2026 Exam Schedule
The CTET examination will be conducted for 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
The detailed shift timings are expected to be released along with the admit card and information bulletin.
CTET Eligibility Criteria
CTET Paper 1 Eligibility
Candidates should have:
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed qualification
OR - Graduation with B.Ed/D.El.Ed qualification
CTET Paper 2 Eligibility
Candidates should have:
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed/D.El.Ed qualification
OR - 4-year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed qualification
There is no upper age limit for CTET examination.
How to Apply Online for CTET 2026?
Candidates can apply online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official website — ctet.nic.in
- Click on “Apply for CTET September 2026”
- Complete registration using mobile number and email ID
- Fill personal and educational details
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application form
- Download the confirmation page
CTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
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 |