CTET September 2026 Notification, Exam Date and Online Application
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) — Ministry of Education
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an official recruitment notification for Teacher Eligibility Test, announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 11 May 2026 and closes on 10 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate / 12th Pass with D.El.Ed/B.Ed and be within the prescribed age limit of Minimum 18 years; no maximum age limit specified., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per state/central teacher recruitment norms.. The selection procedure comprises Qualifying Written Examination (OMR-based). For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 Teacher Eligibility Test - Important Dates & Schedule
| Exam Date | 06 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Available | 04 Sep 2026 |
| Result Date | 01 Oct 2026 |
📝 Teacher Eligibility Test - Detailed Notification Guide
CTET September 2026 Overview
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) scheduled for September 2026. The examination is designed to determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers for classes 1 to 8 across central and state-run schools. The exam is conducted in two papers: Paper I for primary level (Class 1-5) and Paper II for elementary level (Class 6-8).
CTET September 2026 Examination Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 June 2026 to 18 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 6 September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for CTET 2026
Candidates must meet specific academic and professional qualifications to appear for the exam:
- Paper I (Class 1-5): Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education/B.El.Ed/Special Education.
- Paper II (Class 6-8): Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education or B.Ed. Integrated B.A./B.Sc.Ed or B.Ed (Special Education) are also eligible.
For detailed sub-category requirements, please refer to the official information bulletin.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Single Paper (I or II) | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | 1000 | 1200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | 500 | 600 |
Steps to Apply for CTET September 2026
- Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in.
- Navigate to the 'Apply for CTET September 2026' link.
- Complete the New Registration process.
- Fill in the application form carefully with accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of required photograph and signature.
- Submit the required application fee via the online payment gateway.
- Download and retain the confirmation page for future reference.
Examination Pattern
The CTET 2026 exam will be conducted in an offline (OMR-based) mode. Both Paper I and Paper II consist of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) each. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The exam will be conducted in 132 cities across India in 27 different languages.