CTET September 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 22nd Central Teacher Eligibility Test, Exam on 6 Sep
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CTET September 2026 notification has been released by CBSE for the 22nd Central Teacher Eligibility Test. The online application starts on 11th May 2026 and the last date is 10th June 2026. The CTET exam will be held on 6th September 2026 in 132 cities across India. The exam has two papers – Paper I for Classes I-V and Paper II for Classes VI-VIII. No negative marking, 150 MCQs, 150 marks each paper. Qualifying marks: 60% for General, 55% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD. CTET certificate is valid for lifetime.
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CTET September 2026: Notification Released for 22nd Central Teacher Eligibility Test, Apply Online from 11 May to 10 June
CTET September 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 22nd Central Teacher Eligibility Test
Hello friends, big news for all aspiring teachers! The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the 22nd Edition of Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026. This exam is for candidates who want to become teachers for Classes I to V (Paper I) and Classes VI to VIII (Paper II). The online application process starts from 11th May 2026 and the last date to apply is 10th June 2026. The exam will be held on 6th September 2026 across 132 cities in 27 languages. Read this post for complete details.
| Organization | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) | |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) – September 2026 | |
| Edition | 22nd Edition | |
| Mode of Application | Online Only | |
| Official Websites | ctet.nic.in | cbse.gov.in |
Important Dates for CTET September 2026 (Application Start, Last Date, Exam Date)
| Event | Important Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Start Date | 11th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10th June 2026 (upto 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10th June 2026 (upto 11:59 PM) |
| Online Correction Window | 15th June to 18th June 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | Two days before the exam |
| CTET Exam Date | 6th September 2026 (Sunday) |
| Result Declaration | By end of October 2026 (Tentative) |
Note: If the number of candidates increases, the exam may also be conducted on 5th September 2026 (Saturday).
Exam Schedule
| Paper | Shift | Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper II (For Classes VI-VIII) | Morning | 09:30 AM to 12:00 Noon | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Paper I (For Classes I-V) | Evening | 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
CTET Application Fees 2026 (Paper I, Paper II, Both Papers)
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1200/- |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled Person | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 600/- |
Note: GST as applicable will be charged extra by the bank. Fee once paid will not be refunded.
CTET Age Limit and Eligibility 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | No minimum age prescribed by CBSE |
| Maximum Age | No maximum age limit |
| Important | Candidates only need to meet the educational qualification criteria as per NCTE norms |
Total Papers and Structure
| Paper | For Classes | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | I to V (Primary Stage) | 150 MCQs | 150 Marks | 2.5 Hours |
| Paper II | VI to VIII (Elementary Stage) | 150 MCQs | 150 Marks | 2.5 Hours |
No Negative Marking: There is no penalty for wrong answers. Only correct answers are counted.
Paper I Structure (For Classes I-V) – All Compulsory
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (any one from list) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (any one from list, different from Lang I) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II Structure (For Classes VI-VIII)
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (any one from list) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (any one from list, different from Lang I) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics and Science (for Maths/Science teacher) OR Social Studies/Social Science (for Social Science teacher) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Languages Available for CTET
| Language | Code | Language | Code | Language | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | 01 | Khasi | 08 | Punjabi | 15 |
| Hindi | 02 | Malayalam | 09 | Sanskrit | 16 |
| Assamese | 03 | Manipuri | 10 | Tamil | 17 |
| Bengali | 04 | Marathi | 11 | Telugu | 18 |
| Garo | 05 | Mizo | 12 | Tibetan | 19 |
| Gujarati | 06 | Nepali | 13 | Urdu | 20 |
| Kannada | 07 | Odia | 14 | Bodo | 21 |
Note: A candidate must choose two languages – Language I and Language II (both should be different).
CTET Educational Qualification 2026 – Post Wise Eligibility Criteria
| Post / Paper | Required Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| CTET Paper I (Classes I-V) | Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed OR 4-year B.El.Ed OR 2-year D.Ed (Special Education) OR Graduation with 50% + B.Ed |
| CTET Paper II (Classes VI-VIII) | Graduation with at least 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed OR Graduation with 50% + 1-year B.Ed OR 10+2 with 50% + 4-year B.El.Ed OR 10+2 with 50% + 4-year BA.Ed/B.Sc.Ed |
| Relaxation | SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates get 5% relaxation in qualifying marks |
Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates get 5% relaxation in qualifying marks.
CTET Salary Breakdown 2026 – Teacher Pay Scale After CTET Qualification
| Teacher Level | Pay Scale (Approx.) | Allowances |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher (PRT) – Classes I-V | Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 1,12,400/- per month | DA, HRA, TA as per government rules |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) – Classes VI-VIII | Rs. 44,900/- to Rs. 1,42,400/- per month | DA, HRA, TA as per government rules |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | Rs. 47,600/- to Rs. 1,51,100/- per month | DA, HRA, TA as per government rules |
Note: CTET is an eligibility test. Salary depends on the actual teaching job you get after qualifying CTET.
Qualifying Marks and Certificate Validity
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | 90 marks out of 150 | 60% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 82 marks out of 150 | 55% |
Certificate Validity: The CTET qualifying certificate is valid for lifetime for all categories. There is no restriction on the number of attempts.
How to Apply for CTET September 2026?
Follow these simple steps to fill your application form online:
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Step 1: Visit the official CTET website – ctet.nic.in or cbse.gov.in.
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Step 2: Click on the link "Apply Online" for CTET September 2026.
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Step 3: Fill in the authentication form with your State, Identity Type, Name, Date of Birth, and Gender.
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Step 4: Fill the complete online application form. Choose your password and note down the Registration Number/Application Number.
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Step 5: Upload scanned images of your latest photograph and signature in JPG/JPEG format.
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Photo: Size 10-100 KB, Dimension 3.5 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height)
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Signature: Size 3-30 KB, Dimension 3.5 cm (length) x 1.5 cm (height)
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Step 6: Pay the examination fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
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Step 7: After successful payment, take a printout of the Confirmation Page for your records.
Note: Confirmation Page is not required to be sent to CTET Unit. Keep it safe for future reference.
Photo and Signature Guidelines
| Document | Specifications | Important Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | Latest scanned photo (JPG/JPEG) | ✅ Size: 10 KB to 100 KB ✅ Dimension: 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm ✅ Clear face visibility ✅ No cap, no glasses |
| Signature | Scanned signature (JPG/JPEG) | ✅ Size: 3 KB to 30 KB ✅ Dimension: 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm ✅ On white paper with black pen ✅ Clear and legible |
| Photo Resizer Tool | Click Here to Resize Photo & Signature | Use this free tool for correct size |
Important Instructions for Candidates
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Single Application Only: If you submit more than one online application, your candidature will be cancelled.
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Exam City Allotment: There is no option to choose exam city. CBSE will allot exam city randomly. No change request will be accepted.
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No Correction After Window: Online correction facility is available only from 15th to 18th June 2026. No correction will be allowed after this date.
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Negative Marking: There is no negative marking in CTET. Only correct answers will be counted.
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PwBD Facility: Differently abled candidates get 50 minutes compensatory time and scribe facility as per rules.
Important Links
| Link Type | Direct Access |
|---|---|
| Apply Online for CTET September 2026 | Click Here to Apply Online for CTET 2026 |
| Download CTET Information Bulletin PDF | Click Here to Download CTET Information Bulletin |
| Official CTET Website | Click Here to Visit CTET Official Website |
| Official CBSE Website | Click Here to Visit CBSE Official Website |
| Telegram Channel Link | Click Here to Join Telegram Channel for Instant Updates |
| WhatsApp Channel Link | Click Here to Join WhatsApp Channel for Latest Alerts |
Disclaimer: Although every effort has been made to provide accurate information, we are not responsible for any inadvertent errors.
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