CTET September 2026: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the notification for CTET September 2026 — the 22nd edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test. This national-level eligibility exam opens doors to teaching positions in Classes I to VIII across Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, Army Schools, and other centrally governed institutions. The online application window is open from 11 May 2026 to 10 June 2026, and the exam is scheduled for 6 September 2026. Candidates aspiring to become government school teachers must not miss this opportunity.
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date : 11 May 2026
- Online Apply Last Date : 10 June 2026
- Last Date Fee Payment : 10 June 2026
- Exam Date : 06 September 2026 (05 September 2026, if number of candidates increases)
- Admit Card : Before Exam
- Result Date : Not Released Yet
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (One Paper) : ₹1,000
- General / OBC / EWS (Both Papers) : ₹1,200
- SC / ST / PwD (One Paper) : ₹500
- SC / ST / PwD (Both Papers) : ₹600
- Payment Mode : Online (UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 17 Years
- Maximum Age : No Upper Age Limit
- Age relaxation applicable as per CBSE/NCTE rules.
Eligibility Qualification
| Post / Paper | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Paper I (Classes 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education) |
| Paper I (Classes 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed as per NCTE Regulations 2002 |
| Paper I (Classes 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4-year B.El.Ed |
| Paper I (Classes 1 to 5) | Graduation in any stream and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed |
| Paper II (Classes 6 to 8) | Graduation with minimum 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of B.Ed from a recognized university |
| Paper II (Classes 6 to 8) | Graduation with minimum 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed as per NCTE Regulations |
| Paper II (Classes 6 to 8) | Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed |
| Both Papers | Candidates must appear in both Paper I and Paper II separately |
Note: Candidates currently pursuing an NCTE-recognised Teacher Training Course (TTC) are also eligible to apply.
Post Details
CTET is a Teacher Eligibility Test, not a direct recruitment. Qualifying this exam makes candidates eligible to apply for teaching positions in government schools across India.
| Paper | Level | Classes |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Primary Level | Classes 1 to 5 |
| Paper II | Upper Primary Level | Classes 6 to 8 |
Paper II is conducted in the morning shift from 9:30 AM to 12:00 Noon, and Paper I is held in the evening shift from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM.
The exam will be conducted across 132 cities in India in 27 different languages.
How To Apply Online for CTET September 2026
- Read the official notification PDF carefully before filling the form
- Visit the official website — ctet.nic.in or cbse.gov.in
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill the online application form with correct personal and educational details
- Upload required documents — photograph and signature in prescribed format
- Select exam paper — Paper I, Paper II, or both as applicable
- Pay the application fee online via UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Note: Examination city will be allotted randomly by CBSE. No change requests will be accepted
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Questions & Answers for CTET September 2026
Q1. When did the CTET September 2026 application start?
A1. The online application started from 11 May 2026
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CTET September 2026?
A2. The last date to submit the application form is 10 June 2026
Q3. What is the age limit for CTET 2026?
A3. Minimum age: 17 Years
Maximum age: No Upper Age Limit (as per CBSE rules)
Q4. What is the eligibility for CTET 2026?
A4. For Paper I (Classes 1–5): Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks along with D.El.Ed or B.El.Ed (as per NCTE norms).
For Paper II (Classes 6–8): Graduation with minimum 50% marks along with B.Ed from a recognised university.
Candidates pursuing the final year of any NCTE-recognised teacher education programme are also eligible. Refer to the official notification at ctet.nic.in for complete details.
Q5. What is the exam date for CTET September 2026?
A5. The exam is scheduled on 06 September 2026 (Sunday) (05 September 2026 if registrations are very high)
Q6. What is the application fee for CTET September 2026?
A6. General/OBC/EWS candidates need to pay ₹1,000 for one paper and ₹1,200 for both papers. SC/ST/PwD candidates pay ₹500 for one paper and ₹600 for both papers.