The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET September 2026 Notification. Candidates who want to become teachers for Classes I to VIII can now apply online for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026. The online application process has already started.
📢 CTET September 2026 Exam will be held on 06 September 2026 (Sunday).
📌 CTET 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Body | CBSE |
| Session | September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Official Website | https://ctet.nic.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
📝 CTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I/II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
🎯 CTET Exam Pattern
Paper I (Classes I to V)
| 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 |
Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
✅ CTET Qualifying Marks
Candidates scoring 60% or more marks will be considered CTET qualified.
🌐 How to Apply Online for CTET 2026
- Visit the official website – https://ctet.nic.in
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Fill the online application form
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay the examination fee
- Submit and print confirmation page
📥 Important Documents Required
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar/ID Proof
- Educational Certificates
- Mobile Number & Email ID
📌 Important Instructions
- CTET certificate validity is lifetime.
- No negative marking in CTET exam.
- Exam will be conducted in offline mode (OMR based).
- Candidates must carry Admit Card to exam centre.
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online : https://ctet.nic.in
- Official Notification PDF : Click here
- Official Website : https://www.cbse.gov.in
📢 Conclusion
Candidates preparing for teaching jobs in Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya, CBSE schools, and other government schools should apply for CTET September 2026 before the last date. Read the official notification carefully before applying online.