CTET September 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for Paper 1 & 2
CTET September 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for Paper 1 & Paper 2The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET September 2026 Notification for candidates aspiring...
CTET September 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for Paper 1 & Paper 2
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET September 2026 Notification for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes I to VIII. Interested candidates can apply online through the official CTET website from 11 May 2026 to 10 June 2026.
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) will be conducted on 06 September 2026 in offline mode. Candidates who qualify CTET become eligible to apply for teaching jobs in Central Government schools such as KVS, NVS, and other CBSE-affiliated schools.
Organization: CBSE
Exam Name: CTET September 2026
Application Mode: Online
Last Date to Apply: 10 June 2026
Exam Date: 06 September 2026
Official Website: ctet.nic.in
CTET September 2026 Overview
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Session | September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 June to 18 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 |
| Application Correction | 15 June to 18 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Two Days Before Exam |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Result Declaration | By End of October 2026 |
CTET September 2026 Exam Timing
| Paper | Shift | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Paper II | Morning | 09:30 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Paper I | Evening | 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM |
CTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 1000 | Rs. 1200 |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled | Rs. 500 | Rs. 600 |
Note: GST charges will be applicable extra.
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria prescribed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).
- Paper I is for candidates intending to teach Classes I to V.
- Paper II is for candidates intending to teach Classes VI to VIII.
- Candidates wanting to teach both levels must appear for both papers.
- Relaxation of up to 5% marks is available for SC/ST/OBC/Differently Abled candidates.
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper I (Classes I to V)
| Subject | 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 |
Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
CTET 2026 Passing Marks
Candidates scoring 60% or more will be considered CTET qualified.
The CTET certificate validity is now Lifetime for all categories.
CTET 2026 Language Options
Candidates can choose two languages from the following:
- English
- Hindi
- Assamese
- Bengali
- Gujarati
- Kannada
- Malayalam
- Marathi
- Punjabi
- Sanskrit
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Urdu
- Odia
- Bodo
- Dogri
- Kashmiri
- Konkani
- Maithili
- Santhali
- Sindhi
How to Apply for CTET September 2026
- Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Complete registration process
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload photo and signature
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and print confirmation page
Documents Required
- Passport size photograph
- Signature scan
- Class 10 certificate
- Educational qualification documents
- Valid mobile number
- Email ID
- Identity proof
CTET 2026 Important Instructions
- No negative marking in CTET exam.
- Exam will be conducted in offline OMR mode.
- Use only Black/Blue Ball Point Pen.
- Candidates must carry admit card to exam center.
- Electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited.
- Late entry will not be allowed.
CTET 2026 Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| Official Website | cbse.gov.in |
FAQs – CTET September 2026
What is the last date to apply for CTET September 2026?
The last date to apply online is 10 June 2026.
When will CTET September 2026 exam be conducted?
The exam will be conducted on 06 September 2026.
What is the validity of CTET certificate?
The CTET certificate validity is Lifetime.
Is there negative marking in CTET?
No, there is no negative marking.
What is the CTET application fee?
General/OBC candidates need to pay Rs.1000 for one paper and Rs.1200 for both papers.
Disclaimer: We are publishing this information only for educational and job update purposes. Candidates are advised to visit the official CTET and CBSE websites for complete notification, eligibility details, syllabus, and latest updates.
Official Website:
https://ctet.nic.in
