CTET Notification 2026: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the notification for the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), scheduled for February 2026. This prestigious national-level examination is a mandatory requirement for candidates aspiring to teach classes I to VIII in central government schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS), and other central institutions.
The CTET 2026 exam will be conducted across 132 cities in India. Interested candidates can apply online via the official CTET portal, ctet.nic.in. The application process commenced on 27 November 2025, and the last date for submission is 18 December 2025.
CTET 2026 – Overview
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Date | 8 February 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Eligibility | As per NCTE norms |
| Application Fee | ₹500 – ₹1,200 |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Follow our WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the minimum educational qualifications as per the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines. For detailed eligibility requirements, applicants are advised to refer to the Information Bulletin available on the CTET website and visit ncte.gov.in.
Note: The CTET qualifying certificate will be valid for a lifetime.
Application Fee for CTET 2026
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled | ₹500 | ₹600 |
Mode of Payment: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. Applicable GST will be charged by the bank.
CTET Exam Schedule
| Paper | Shift | Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper II | Morning | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 2.5 hours |
| Paper I | Evening | 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM | 2.5 hours |
Documents Required for Online Application
Candidates must upload scanned copies of their photograph and signature in the specified format:
| Document | Format | File Size | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG / JPEG | 10 KB – 100 KB | 3.5 cm (W) × 4.5 cm (H) |
| Signature | JPG / JPEG | 3 KB – 30 KB | 3.5 cm (L) × 1.5 cm (H) |
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 25 November 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 December 2025 |
| CTET Exam | 8 February 2026 |
Important Links of CTET 2026
| Application Form | Apply for CTET Feb 2026 |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
