The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 Examination. Candidates who want to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in Central Government Schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other schools accepting CTET scores can apply online through the official CTET portal. The CTET September 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on 06 September 2026 (Sunday).
CTET September 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Authority | CBSE |
| Session | September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper Based) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 June to 18 June 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | October 2026 (Expected) |
Application Fee
For One Paper Only (Paper-I or Paper-II)
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 |
For Both Papers
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹600 |
Age Limits
There is no minimum or maximum age limit prescribed by CBSE for appearing in CTET. Candidates must fulfill the required educational qualifications for the respective paper.
Courses / Posts with Eligibility Criteria
Paper-I (Primary Stage: Class I to V)
Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with required percentage and possess or be pursuing a recognized Diploma/Degree in Elementary Education as per CTET notification.
Eligible Qualifications Include:
- Senior Secondary with D.El.Ed.
- Senior Secondary with B.El.Ed.
- Graduation with D.El.Ed.
- Graduation with B.Ed. (as per NCTE guidelines)
Paper-II (Elementary Stage: Class VI to VIII)
Candidates must possess Graduation and a recognized teaching qualification such as:
- B.Ed.
- D.El.Ed.
- B.El.Ed.
- Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP)
For Classes I to VIII
Candidates wishing to teach Classes I to VIII must appear in both Paper-I and Paper-II.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- CTET Written Examination
- Score Evaluation
- Issue of CTET Eligibility Certificate
Qualifying CTET does not guarantee employment. It only certifies eligibility for teaching positions where CTET qualification is required.
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while filling the application form:
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 Certificate
- Class 12 Certificate
- Graduation Marksheet
- Professional Teaching Qualification Documents
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Mobile Number
- Active Email ID
Exam Details
Paper-I
For candidates intending to teach Classes I to V.
Subjects
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Language I
- Language II
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
Total Marks: 150
Paper-II
For candidates intending to teach Classes VI to VIII.
Subjects
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Language I
- Language II
- Mathematics & Science (for Science Teachers)
OR
- Social Studies / Social Science (for Social Science Teachers)
Total Marks: 150
CTET Certificate Validity
The CTET qualifying certificate is valid for a lifetime. Candidates may improve their score by appearing again in future CTET examinations.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CTET website.
- Complete New Registration.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all entered details.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
