Published: 11:49 pm | 28 November 2025
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026. The CTET Online Form 2026 has started from 27 November 2025 and will continue till 18 December 2025 at the official website ctet.nic.in.
Candidates interested in CTET 2026 for Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) and Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) must read the complete details including Eligibility, Fee, Exam Pattern, Qualification, and Syllabus.
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) 2026
CTET 2026 Online Form – CTET 2026 Notification, Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Last Date
Important Dates – CTET 2026⇒ Notification Date: 25 November 2025 ⇒ Application Start: 27 November 2025 ⇒ Last Date to Apply Online: 18 December 2025 ⇒ Fee Payment Last Date: 18 December 2025 ⇒ Correction Window: As Per Schedule ⇒ Admit Card Release: February 2026 ⇒ CTET Exam Date: 08 February 2026 ⇒ Result Date: Notify Later |
Application Fee – CTET 2026⇒ Only Paper 1 or Paper 2 (General/OBC/EWS): ₹1000 ⇒ Only Paper 1 or Paper 2 (SC/ST/PH): ₹500 ⇒ Both Papers (1 & 2) (General/OBC/EWS): ₹1200 ⇒ Both Papers (1 & 2) (SC/ST/PH): ₹600 ⇒ Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan |
Age Limit 2026⇒ Minimum Age: 17 Years ⇒ Maximum Age: No Upper Age Limit ⇒ Note: For complete rules, refer to the CTET Official Notification. |
Total Posts & Selection Process⇒ Total Posts: Not Applicable (Eligibility Test Only) ⇒ Selection Process:
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CTET 2026 – Eligibility Details (Level wise)
| Post / Level | Eligibility |
| CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed. |
| CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary with 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed as per NCTE 2002. |
| CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed. |
| CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Special Education. |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed. |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | Graduate with 50% marks + B.Ed. |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | Graduate with 45% marks + B.Ed as per NCTE Norms. |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed. |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year BA/BSc.Ed. |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | Graduation with 50% marks + 1-year B.Ed (Special Education). |
| CTET – General | B.Ed recognized by NCTE holders can apply for CTET. |
CTET 2026 – Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| CTET Level 1 – Subject | 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 |
| Duration: 2.5 Hours | ||
| CTET Level 2 – Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Maths & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
| Duration: 2.5 Hours | ||
CTET 2026 – Salary (Indicative Pay Scale for Teachers)
| Post | Salary |
| CTET Level 1 Teacher (Class 1–5) | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4200 |
| CTET Level 2 Teacher (Class 6–8) | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4600 |
| Allowances | As per Government Norms |
How to Apply CTET 2026 Online?
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1. Visit the official website ctet.nic.in. 2. Open the CTET 2026 Online Registration Link. 3. Fill out the CTET Application Form 2026 with correct details. 4. Upload required documents and photograph. 5. Pay the examination fee as applicable. 6. Submit and print the application form for future reference. |
Important Links – CTET 2026
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – CTET 2026
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Q1. When will CTET 2026 Online Form start? Q2. What is the last date to apply for CTET 2026? Q3. What is the CTET 2026 exam date? Q4. What is the age limit for CTET 2026? Q5. Can B.Ed candidates apply for CTET 2026? |
