CTET September 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online, Exam Date, Eligibility, Last Date
Post Name: - CTET September 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online, Exam Date, Eligibility, and Full Details
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET September 2026 Notification. Candidates can apply online from 11 May to 10 June 2026. Interested applicants are advised to apply before the last date to avoid last-minute issues.
This is a great opportunity for aspiring teachers across India. Interested candidates are advised to complete their application process before the last date to avoid any last-minute issues. In this article, you will get complete details including application dates, eligibility, exam pattern, and step-by-step process.
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CTET September 2026 Important Dates & Fee Details |
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Application Start Date : 11 May 2026
Last Date : 10 June 2026 (11:59 PM) Correction Date : 15 to 18 June 2026
Exam Date : 06 September 2026 |
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One Paper |
Both Paper |
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Gen / Obc (NCL) |
1000/- |
1200/- |
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SC / ST / PH |
500/- |
600/- |
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GST as applicable will be charged extra by the Bank Mode of Payment : Online |
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Candidates are strongly advised to apply before the last date to avoid server issues or technical problems.
If the number of applicants is high, the exam may also be conducted on 05 September 2026.
Age Limit:
1. No Age Limit for CTET September 2026.
CTET 2026 Exam Timing
Paper II (Class 6–8): 09:30 AM – 12:00 Noon
Paper I (Class 1–5): 02:30 PM – 05:00 PM
What is CTET
CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) is a national-level eligibility exam conducted by CBSE. It is mandatory for candidates who want to apply for teaching jobs in central government schools like KVS, NVS, and many private schools.
Qualifying CTET enhances your chances of getting a teaching job and proves your teaching eligibility at a national level.
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EDUCATION QUALIFITION |
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Qualification |
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Level-1 (Class 1-5) (Primary) |
12th + D.El.Ed / JBT / B.El.Ed / D.Ed. teaching qualification |
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Level-2 (Class 6-8) (Upper Primary) |
Graduation Degree with B.Ed or B.El.Ed qualification. |
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Candidates are advised to read the official notification before applying. |
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Important Links
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CTET 2026 Links |
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Apply Online |
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Notification |
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Official Website |
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CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper I (For Classes 1–5)
Child Development & Pedagogy – 30 marks
Mathematics – 30 marks
Environmental Studies – 30 marks
Language I – 30 marks
Language II – 30 marks
Total: 150 Questions, 150 Marks
Paper II (For Classes 6–8)
Child Development & Pedagogy – 30 marks
Mathematics & Science OR Social Science – 60 marks
Language I – 30 marks
Language II – 30 marks
Total: 150 Questions, 150 Marks
CTET Qualifying Marks
General Category: 60% (90 Marks)
Reserved categories get relaxation as per rules
How to Apply for CTET 2026
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official CTET website
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Fill out the application form carefully
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Download and print the confirmation page
Make sure all details are correct before submitting the form to avoid rejection.
CTET Certificate Validity
The CTET certificate is valid for lifetime, so you can use it anytime for teacher recruitment.
Important Instructions
Do not submit multiple applications, it may lead to cancellation
No negative marking in the exam
The exam will be conducted in MCQ format
Fill your form carefully as corrections are limited