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CTET February 2026 Exam Announced: Key Dates, Fees, and Details Here at ctet.nic.in
Post Date 25 Oct, 2025 09:50 AM
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Short Information The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the date for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026. The exam will be held on February 8, 2026, across 132 cities in India and conducted in 20 different languages.According to the official notification, the detailed information bulletin — including the syllabus, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, fee details, and list of exam cities — will soon be available on the official website ctet.nic.in .
CTET February 2026 Exam Announced: Key Dates, Fees, and Details Here at ctet.nic.in

Short Details Of Notification

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Important Dates

 

  • CTET 2026 Notification Release: October 24, 2025

  • Start of Online Application: To be announced soon on ctet.nic.in

  • Last Date to Apply: To be announced

  • Last Date for Fee Payment: To be announced

  • CTET 2026 Admit Card Release: Expected in January 2026

  • CTET 2026 Exam Date: February 8, 2026

  • Answer Key Release: To be announced after the exam

  • CTET 2026 Result Declaration: Expected in March 2026

Application Fees

 

  • General/OBC candidates: Rs1,000 for one paper, Rs1,200 for both papers.

  • SC/ST/PwD candidates: Rs500 for one paper, Rs600 for both papers.

 

CTET 2025 Overview

Particulars Details
Exam Name CTET 2025
Conducting Authority Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Mode of Exam Offline (OMR-Based)
Edition 21st Edition
Duration 150 Minutes
Total Questions 150
Languages Hindi and English
Marking Scheme No Negative Marking
Official Website www.ctet.nic.in

 

CTET 2025  Educational 

Paper Classes Eligible to Teach Educational Qualification
Paper I Classes I – V Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and completed or be in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
Paper II Classes VI – VIII Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and have completed or be in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education or a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program with at least 50% marks.

CTET 2025 Exam Pattern

 

Paper I (For Classes I–V) and Paper II (For Classes VI–VIII) will include questions from the following subjects:

  • Paper I: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies.

  • Paper II: Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science (for Science teachers), or Social Studies/Social Science (for Social Studies teachers).

Each paper carries 150 marks, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

 

CTET 2025 Selection Process

 

The CTET selection process consists of two papers:

  • Paper I: For candidates aspiring to teach Classes I–V.

  • Paper II: For candidates aiming to teach Classes VI–VIII.

Each paper includes 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Candidates can choose to appear for either one or both papers. To qualify, general category candidates must score 60% (90 out of 150 marks), while reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC) need 55% (82 marks). Qualified candidates receive a CTET eligibility certificate, which is valid for a lifetime.

CTET 2025 Syllabus

 

  • The CTET syllabus is based on the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005 and the Right to Education Act (RTE) 2009. Candidates must understand the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly to prepare effectively. The focus areas include child pedagogy, teaching methodologies, and subject-specific pedagogy.

     

How to Apply for CTET 2026

 

  1. Visit the official website ctet.nic.in.

  2. Click on the link that says “Apply for CTET 2026.”

  3. Complete the registration process and fill in the required personal and academic details.

  4. Select your exam centre, preferred paper (Paper I, Paper II, or both), and language options.

  5. Upload your recent passport-size photograph and signature as per the given specifications.