Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 Notification

Sarkari Result: CTET September 2026 Latest Updates

⚠️ Exam Postponed & Registrations Closed (Updated September 11, 2026): CBSE has officially postponed the CTET September 2026 examination, which was originally scheduled for September 6, 2026. The initial application window ran from May 11 to June 10, 2026, followed by an additional application window from August 25 to September 1, 2026. The subsequent correction window was active from September 7 to September 10, 2026, and is now closed. The revised exam date has not yet been notified by CBSE and remains awaited at ctet.nic.in.

ℹ️ Note for Aspirants: Candidates searching for "CTET July 2026" — CBSE officially designated this cycle as CTET September 2026. Candidates who applied in either the initial or reopened window do not need to register again.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducts the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) to benchmark minimum national qualifications for teachers. CBSE typically conducts two CTET cycles each year — one in the first half and one in the second half of the calendar year.

Qualifying CTET is a statutory requirement for recruitment as a teacher in Central Government schools, including Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), Central Tibetan Schools, and schools administered by Union Territories (such as Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and NCT of Delhi).

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1. CTET 2026 Overview

Parameter	Details
Exam Name	Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)
Conducting Authority	Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Session	September 2026 (22nd Edition)
Exam Mode	Offline (OMR-Based Pen-and-Paper Test)
Validity of Certificate	Lifetime Validity for all categories
Official Website	ctet.nic.in
Notification Date	May 11, 2026 ✅ Released
Initial Application Window	May 11 – June 10, 2026 (Closed)
Additional Application Window	August 25 – September 1, 2026 (Closed)
Correction Window	September 7 – September 10, 2026 (Closed)
Exam Date Status	Postponed from September 6, 2026 (Revised date to be announced)

2. CTET September 2026 Exam Date & Schedule

The official schedule for CTET September 2026 reflects the following verified milestones:

• CTET September 2026 Notification: May 11, 2026 ✅ Released
• Initial Online Application Window: May 11 – June 10, 2026 (Closed)
• Initial Correction Window: June 15 – June 18, 2026 (Closed)
• Postponement Notice: Exam originally fixed for September 6, 2026 postponed by CBSE
• Additional Application Window: August 25 – September 1, 2026 (Closed)
• Final Correction Window: September 7 – September 10, 2026 (Closed)
• CTET September 2026 Revised Exam Date: To be announced on ctet.nic.in
• Admit Card Release: Expected 2–3 days prior to the revised exam date

Standard Exam Shift Timings (when conducted):

• Paper-II (Class 6 to 8): 09:30 AM to 12:00 Noon (2.5 Hours)
• Paper-I (Class 1 to 5): 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM (2.5 Hours)

3. Application Fee Details

Candidates who applied during the registration windows paid the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking:

Category	Only Paper I or II	Both Paper I & II
General / OBC (NCL)	₹1,000/-	₹1,200/-
SC / ST / Differently Abled Persons	₹500/-	₹600/-

(Fee payment portals for this session are currently closed).

4. Comprehensive Eligibility Criteria

There is no upper age limit for appearing in CTET. Candidates may attempt the exam multiple times to improve their scores.

For Paper I (Primary Stage: Class I to V)

Candidates are eligible if they meet any of the following parameters:

• Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
• Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year D.El.Ed in accordance with NCTE Regulations.
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
• Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year D.El.Ed.
• Note on B.Ed Eligibility for Primary Level: Pursuant to the Supreme Court judgment in Devesh Sharma v. Union of India, B.Ed degree holders are ineligible for Paper I (Primary Stage, Classes I to V). Candidates possessing B.Ed qualifications can appear exclusively for Paper II (Upper Primary Stage, Classes VI to VIII).

For Paper II (Elementary Stage: Class VI to VIII)

Candidates are eligible if they meet any of the following parameters:

• Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
• At least 50% marks either in Graduation or in Post-Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed).
• Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in a 1-year B.Ed in accordance with NCTE rules.
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.El.Ed.
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed.
• Post-Graduation with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade and passed or appearing in the final year of 3-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.

5. CTET Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

The CTET consists entirely of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with four alternatives out of which one answer is correct.

• Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
• Negative Marking: There is no negative marking in CTET.
• Qualifying Marks & Concessions: As per NCTE guidelines, candidates securing 60% or more (90 out of 150 marks) qualify the test. School managements (Central/State Governments, local bodies, aided and unaided schools) may consider granting concessions to candidates belonging to SC/ST, OBC, and differently abled categories in accordance with their extant reservation policies (typically 55%, i.e. 82.5 marks).

Paper I Structure (Primary Teachers)

1. Child Development and Pedagogy: 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
2. Language I (Compulsory): 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
3. Language II (Compulsory): 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
4. Mathematics: 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
5. Environmental Studies (EVS): 30 MCQs (30 Marks) Total: 150 Questions | 150 Marks | 2.5 Hours

Paper II Structure (Elementary Teachers)

1. Child Development & Pedagogy: 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
2. Language I (Compulsory): 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
3. Language II (Compulsory): 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
4. Mathematics and Science: 60 MCQs (60 Marks) (For Math & Science teachers) OR Social Studies/Social Science: 60 MCQs (60 Marks) (For Social Studies teachers) Total: 150 Questions | 150 Marks | 2.5 Hours

6. Application Process Record

Registration and correction for the CTET September 2026 session have concluded:

1. Online portal operated on ctet.nic.in.
2. Initial registration ran from May 11 to June 10, 2026.
3. CBSE re-opened registration from August 25 to September 1, 2026.
4. Correction facility closed on September 10, 2026 (11:59 PM).
5. Candidates must retain their application confirmation page and registered credentials for downloading the upcoming exam city slip and admit card.

7. CTET 2026 — Key Dates Timeline

Event	Date	Status
CTET Feb 2026 Exam	February 7 & 8, 2026	✅ Completed
CTET Feb 2026 Result	March 30, 2026	✅ Declared
CTET September 2026 Notification	May 11, 2026	✅ Released
Initial Application Window	May 11 – June 10, 2026	🔴 Closed
Initial Correction Window	June 15 – June 18, 2026	🔴 Closed
Additional Application Window	August 25 – September 1, 2026	🔴 Closed
Final Correction Window	September 7 – September 10, 2026	🔴 Closed
Original Scheduled Exam Date	September 6, 2026	⚠️ Postponed
Revised Exam Date	To be announced	⏳ Awaited on ctet.nic.in
Admit Card Release	2–3 days before revised exam date	⏳ Upcoming
CTET Result	Post examination	⏳ Upcoming