CBSE CTET 2026 Notification – Exam on 8th February

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Details about CBSE CTET 2026 Notification – Exam on 8th February:

Dreaming of becoming a government teacher? The wait is almost over! Hurry!!... The CBSE CTET February 2026 exam is scheduled for 8th February 2026, and here’s everything you need to know — eligibility, exam pattern, fees, and how to apply.

CBSE CTET 2026 Overview

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon release the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 session.
This national-level eligibility test will be conducted in 20 languages across 132 cities in India on 8th February 2026.

Candidates who aspire to teach at the Primary (Classes I–V) or Upper Primary (Classes VI–VIII) levels in government schools must qualify for this test.

CTET 2026 Highlights

Particular	Details
Name of Exam	Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), February 2026
Conducting Board	Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Edition	21st Edition
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR-Based)
Exam Date	8th February 2026
Languages	20 Languages
Exam Cities	132 cities across India
Centres in Assam	Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Silchar
Validity of Certificate	Lifetime
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	https://ctet.nic.in

How to apply for CBSE CTET 2026

Visit the official CTET website: https://ctet.nic.in
Scroll to the “Important Web-Links” section.
Click on “Online Application Form.”
Register using your valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in your personal and academic details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and other documents.
Pay the required application fee online.
Submit the form and take a printout for reference.

CBSE CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility is based on the level of teaching you’re applying for:

1. For Classes I–V (Primary Stage)

Qualification	Requirement
Senior Secondary (10+2)	With at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR
Senior Secondary (10+2)	With at least 45% marks and passed/appearing in 2-year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE norms, 2002) OR
Senior Secondary (10+2)	With at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) OR
Graduation	With at least 50% marks and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed). Must complete a 6-month Bridge Course in Elementary Education within two years of appointment.

2. For Classes VI–VIII (Elementary Stage)

Qualification	Requirement
Graduation	Passed/appearing in 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR
Graduation	With at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed) OR
Senior Secondary (10+2)	With at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 4-year B.El.Ed OR
Senior Secondary (10+2)	With at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed OR
Graduation with 50% + 1-year B.Ed (Special Education)	Eligible as per NCTE regulations.

Note: Candidates pursuing approved teacher education courses (as per NCTE/RCI) are also eligible to appear.

CTET 2026 Exam Pattern

The CTET exam consists of two papers:

Paper	For	Classes	Total Marks	Duration
Paper I	Primary Teacher	I–V	150	2.5 hours
Paper II	Upper Primary Teacher	VI–VIII	150	2.5 hours

Both papers have Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Each carries one mark, and there’s no negative marking.

Paper I Structure (For Classes I–V)

Subject	No. of 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 Structure (For Classes VI–VIII)

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies	60	60
Total	150	150

Application Fee (as per 2025 trend)

Category	Paper I or II	Both Papers
General/OBC	₹1000	₹1200
SC/ST/PwD	₹500	₹600

Mode of Payment: Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Start of Online Application	27 November 2025
Last Date for Submission	18 December 2025
Issue of Admit Card	To be updated
CTET 2026 Exam Date	8th February 2026

Important Web Links

Description	Link
Online Application Form	Apply now
Exam Date Notification	Click Here
Official Notification PDF	Download
Information Bulletin	Download
Previous Year Question Papers	Click Here
Official Website	https://ctet.nic.in

Important Links:

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the exam date for CTET 2026?
The CTET 2026 exam will be held on 8th February 2026.

2. What is the validity of the CTET certificate?
The CTET eligibility certificate is valid for a lifetime.

3. Can I apply for both Paper I and II?
Yes. Candidates who wish to teach Classes I–VIII must apply for both papers.

4. What is the mode of the CTET 2026 exam?
The exam will be conducted offline (OMR-based).

5. Is there any negative marking in CTET?
No, there is no negative marking in the CTET examination.

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