Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) — February 2026 | Apply Online
Short Description: CTET February 2026 notification — Online applications will be accepted from 27 November 2025 to 18 December 2025. Exam is scheduled on 8 February 2026 (Paper-II: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM; Paper-I: 2:30 PM–5:00 PM). Admit cards will be issued end of January 2026 and results expected March 2026. Apply / register at the official CTET portal — link provided in Important Links below. More details available on yojnanaukri.com.
| Exam | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) — February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducted By | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application Begin | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply / Pay Fee | 18 December 2025 |
| Admit Card | End January 2026 (expected) |
| Exam Date | 08 February 2026 (Paper-II 9:30–12:00; Paper-I 14:30–17:00) |
| Exam City | Will be available on admit card / portal |
| Result | Expected March 2026 |
| Paper | General / OBC | SC / ST / PwD |
|---|---|---|
| Single Paper (I or II) | ₹1,000/- | ₹500/- |
| Both Papers (I & II) | ₹1,200/- | ₹600/- |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card / Credit Card / Netbanking / UPI | |
| Level | Key Eligibility (summary) |
|---|---|
| Primary (Class I–V) |
Senior Secondary (10+2) with ≥50% + 2-yr Diploma in Elementary Education OR
10+2 with ≥45% + 2-yr Diploma in Elementary Education OR
4-yr B.El.Ed / B.Ed / B.Ed Special Education / Graduation + B.Ed (see brochure). Post-Graduation (≥55%) with integrated B.Ed-M.Ed also eligible. |
| Junior (Class VI–VIII) |
Graduation + 2-yr Diploma in Elementary Education OR Graduation (≥50%) + B.Ed OR
Graduation (≥45%) + 1-yr B.Ed OR 4-yr B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed / B.El.Ed (see brochure). Candidates pursuing NCTE/RCI recognized teacher education programs are also eligible per guidelines. |
Note: The above is a summary. Read the official information brochure on the CTET portal to confirm detailed eligibility, equivalences and relaxation rules before applying.
- Open the official CTET portal (ctet.nic.in).
- Register / Login and fill the online application form with correct personal & educational details.
- Upload scanned documents and photograph/signature in specified size & format.
- Select paper(s), exam city and language preference carefully.
- Pay the required fee via available online modes (UPI / Netbanking / Card).
- Verify the preview; submit the form and save/print the confirmation page.
- Keep a copy of payment receipt and application printout for future reference.
| Paper | Duration & Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper I (Primary) | 2½ hours; objective questions; medium & structure as per brochure |
| Paper II (Junior) | 2½ hours; objective questions; subject-wise sections (Language, Pedagogy, Subject papers) |
CTET is a qualifying exam — score and certificate validity and recruitment usage as per recent CBSE rules; check official brochure for cutoffs and validity.
1. When is CTET February 2026 application period?
Online applications are from 27 Nov 2025 to 18 Dec 2025.
2. What is the CTET exam date?
CTET will be held on 8 February 2026. Paper-II: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM; Paper-I: 2:30 PM–5:00 PM.
3. How much is the application fee?
Single paper: General/OBC ₹1,000; SC/ST/PwD ₹500. Both papers: General/OBC ₹1,200; SC/ST/PwD ₹600.
4. Where do I apply?
Apply at the official CTET portal: ctet.nic.in.
5. When will admit cards be released?
Admit cards are expected to be available by end of January 2026 — check the CTET portal for the active link.
6. Who is eligible for Paper-I?
Eligibility for Primary level (Paper-I) includes 10+2 with D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed / B.Ed combinations as per NCTE norms — read brochure for exact criteria.
7. Who is eligible for Paper-II?
Eligibility for Junior level (Paper-II) generally requires Graduation + B.Ed (or equivalent) or specific integrated teacher education qualifications — see brochure.
8. Can candidates appearing in final year apply?
Yes — candidates appearing in the final year of the required qualifying course may be eligible; verify exact clauses in the brochure.
9. How long is CTET certificate valid?
Certificate validity and usage depend on notifications and employer rules; check CTET official notice for current validity terms.
10. Where to find syllabus and exam instructions?
Syllabus, exam pattern and detailed instructions are in the CTET information brochure available at the official portal and via the links above.
