CTET 2026: Complete Guide to Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Online Application
CTET Exam 2026: Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Application Process & Important Details.
CTET, conducted by CBSE, is a key eligibility exam for aspiring teachers in Central Government Schools like KVS, NVS, and Army Schools. The exam certifies candidates for Primary (Class 1–5) and Upper Primary (Class 6–8) teaching positions. Clearing CTET is essential for becoming a government school teacher.
Central Board of Secondary Education(CBSE)
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)
HIGHLIGHTS
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Frequency | Once or Twice a Year |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Papers | Paper 1 (Class I-V) and Paper II (Class VI-VIII) |
| Duration | 2 Hours 30 minutes per Paper |
| Type of Question | MCQs |
| Languages | English, Hindi & 20+ Regional Languages |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 27 November 2025 |
| Application date | 27 November 2025 to 18 December 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 23 December 2025 to 26 December 2025 |
| Admit Card | A few days before the exam (usually 2 days before) |
| Exam Date | 8 February 2026 (two shifts) |
| Result | Tentative (March)2026 |
CTET Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Only paper I or II) | Fee (Both paper I & II) |
| General/OBC | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1200/- |
| SC/ST/Differently-abled Person | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 600/- |
Note: GST as applicable will be charged extra by the Bank CTET 2026
CTET Application Process
Candidates can apply online through the official website ctet.nic.in.
Steps to Apply
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Visit the official CTET website
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Complete online registration
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Fill the application form
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Upload documents (photo, signature)
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Pay the application fee
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Download the filled form for reference