CTET September 2026 Notification Released – Online Application
The Central Board of Secondary Education has officially released the notification for the CTET September 2026 Exam. Candidates who wish to become teachers for Classes 1 to 5 and Classes 6 to 8 can now apply online through the official CTET portal. The online registration process has started from 11 May 2026 and interested applicants can submit their forms before 10 June 2026.
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CTET September 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Session | September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Papers | Paper I & Paper II |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Application Mode | Online |
CTET September 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Online Form Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 June to 18 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Result Date | October 2026 (Tentative) |
According to the official update, if the number of applicants becomes very high, the examination may also be held on 05 September 2026.
CTET September 2026 Application Fee
| Category | One Paper Fee | Both Papers Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1200/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 600/- |
Candidates can pay the examination fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking. Additional GST charges may apply.
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Paper I (Primary Teacher Classes 1 to 5)
- 12th Pass with Diploma in Education (D.El.Ed / JBT)
Paper II (Upper Primary Teacher Classes 6 to 8)
- Graduation Degree with B.Ed / B.El.Ed qualification
Applicants are advised to read the detailed eligibility rules before filling out the online application form.
CTET September 2026 Exam Pattern
The CTET exam will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Each question carries one mark and there will be no negative marking.
Paper I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
The duration of each paper will be 2 Hours 30 Minutes.
How to Apply Online for CTET September 2026
Candidates can follow these simple steps to complete the online application process:
- Visit the official CTET website.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future use.
Important Links
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- CTET Official Website :- Click Here
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Important FAQs
| 1. What is the starting date of the CTET September 2026 online application?
The online application process for CTET September 2026 started on 11 May 2026 . CTET September 2026 Notification Released Online Application |
| 2. What is the last date to apply for CTET September 2026?
Candidates can submit the online application form till 10 June 2026 (11:59 PM). |
| 3. When will the CTET September 2026 exam be conducted?
The CTET September 2026 examination is scheduled to be held on 06 September 2026. |
| 4. What is the official website for CTET 2026?
The official website for CTET is ctet.nic.in. |
| 5. Who conducts the CTET examination?
The Central Board of Secondary Education conducts the Central Teacher Eligibility Test examination. |
| 6. What is the mode of the CTET 2026 examination?
The CTET September 2026 exam will be conducted in offline mode (OMR based). |
| 7. Is there any negative marking in CTET 2026?
No, there is no negative marking in the CTET examination. |
| 8. What is the application fee for CTET September 2026?
The application fee for General/OBC candidates is Rs. 1000 for one paper and Rs. 1200 for both papers. SC/ST/PwD candidates need to pay reduced fees. |
| 9. What qualifications are required for CTET Paper I and Paper II?
For Paper I, candidates should have passed 12th with D.El.Ed/JBT, while for Paper II, candidates must have a Graduation degree with B.Ed/B.El.Ed. |