CTET February 2026 Notification: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 for candidates who want to become teachers in India. This exam is required for those applying to teach Classes I to VIII in central government schools like KVS, NVS, and other CBSE-affiliated schools.
The official CTET 2026 notification will soon be released on the website www.ctet.nic.in. The exam will be held in offline mode (pen-and-paper). Interested candidates can apply online once the registration process begins. CTET is conducted twice every year, and this notification is expected to be for the January 2026 session.
- Complete & Submit Form Link
- Application Form Completion Notice
- Download CTET 2026 Notification PDF
CTET 2026 Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 27 November 2025
- Application Start Date: 27 November 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 18 December 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 18 December 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
- Correction/Edit Form Date: 23-26 December 2025
- Form Completion Date: 27-30 December 2025
- Admit Card: To be released soon
- Written Exam Date: 08 February 2026
CTET 2026 Application Fees
- For Single Paper (Paper I or Paper II):
- General / OBC (NCL): ₹1000
- SC / ST / PH (Divyang): ₹500
- For Both Papers (Paper I & Paper II):
- General / OBC (NCL): ₹1200
- SC / ST / PH (Divyang): ₹600
- Payment Mode: Online
CTET 2026 Qualification Details
| Level | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-I PRT (Class 1 to 5) | 12th Pass with D.Ed / JBT / B.El.Ed / B.Ed |
| Level-II TGT (Class 6 to 8) | Graduation with B.Ed / B.El.Ed |
CTET 2026 Salary Details
The salary for CTET-qualified teachers varies by teaching level and includes a basic pay scale along with grade pay and additional allowances.
- CTET Level-I PRT (Classes 1 to 5): Pay scale ranges from ₹9,300 to ₹34,800, with a grade pay of ₹4,200.
- CTET Level-II TGT (Classes 6 to 8): Pay scale ranges from ₹9,300 to ₹34,800, with a higher grade pay of ₹4,600.
In addition to the basic pay and grade pay, teachers are also entitled to other allowances as per government rules and norms.
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Level-I (PRT) Exam Pattern:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 02:30 Hours |
| Language I | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2:30 Hour |
Level-II (TGT) Exam Pattern:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 02:30 Hours |
| Language I | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II | 30 | 30 | |
| Math, Science OR Social Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2:30 Hour |
How to Apply for CTET 2026
- Visit the official CTET website: www.ctet.nic.in
- Click on the “Apply Online” link under the CTET January 2026 section.
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
CTET 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Complete & Submit Form | Click Here |
| Application Form Completion Notice | Click Here |
| Correction / Edit Form | Click Here |
| Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs for CTET 2026
- Question: When did the online application for CTET February 2026 start?
- Answer: The online application process began on 27 November 2025.
- Question: What is the last date to apply for CTET February 2026?
- Answer: The last date to submit the online form is 18 December 2025.
- Question: What is the age limit for CTET February 2026?
- Answer: The age limit will be as per the CTET February rules. Candidates should check the official notification for post-wise age details.
- Question: What is the qualification required for CTET February 2026?
- Answer: Candidates who have completed B.Ed or D.El.Ed from a recognized institution, or meet the eligibility criteria as per NCTE guidelines, can apply. All applicants should read the full official notification before applying.
- Question: What is the official website of CTET?
- Answer: The official website is https://ctet.nic.in/.