CBSE CTET 2026
Central Teacher Eligibility Test
New Notification
CTET 2026 - Central Teacher Eligibility Test
21st Edition - To Be Held On February 8th, 2026
Check Eligibility & ApplyExam Overview
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Edition | 21st Edition |
| Exam Date | 8th February, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper Based) |
| Validity of Certificate | Lifetime |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://ctet.nic.in |
Important Dates
Application Start Date
To Be Announced
Application End Date
To Be Announced
Admit Card Release
To Be Announced
Exam Date
8th February, 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Classes I-V (Primary Stage)
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Senior Secondary with 45% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
- Graduation with 50% marks and B.Ed
Classes VI-VIII (Elementary Stage)
- Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Graduation with 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed
- Graduation with 45% marks and 1-year B.Ed
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed
- Graduation with 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
Note: Candidates are advised to check the official NCTE website (https://ncte.gov.in) for detailed eligibility criteria.
Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1000/- | ₹1200/- |
| SC / ST / PWD | ₹500/- | ₹600/- |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
How to Apply
1
Visit Official Website
Go to the CTET official website at https://ctet.nic.in
2
Click on Application Link
Find and click on the "Online Application Form" link
3
Fill Application Form
Enter all required personal and educational details accurately
4
Upload Documents
Upload your passport-sized photograph, signature, and other required documents
5
Pay Application Fee
Pay the examination fee as per your category through online payment methods
6
Submit and Print
Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference
