Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 Notification

Sarkari Result: CTET September 2026 Latest Updates

🟢 Official Notification Released (May 11, 2026): CBSE has officially released the CTET September 2026 notification on May 11, 2026. The online application portal is now open at ctet.nic.in. Last date to apply is June 10, 2026 (11:59 PM). The exam is scheduled for September 6, 2026 (Sunday).

⚠️ Important Note: Candidates searching for "CTET July 2026" — CBSE has named this session CTET September 2026 instead of the traditionally expected July session. This is the official second CTET session of 2026. Apply now before the deadline.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) consistently conducts the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) to ensure national standards in the teaching profession. CBSE typically conducts two CTET sessions per year — one in the first half (January/February) and one in the second half (July–September).

Qualifying the CTET is a necessary, mandatory prerequisite for securing teaching jobs in Central Government Schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), Central Tibetan Schools, and schools under the administrative control of UTs like Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Andaman & Nicobar, 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
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
Application Status	🟢 Open (May 11 – June 10, 2026)

2. CTET September 2026 Exam Date & Schedule

The CTET September 2026 notification has been officially released by CBSE on May 11, 2026. Here are the confirmed dates:

• CTET September 2026 Notification: May 11, 2026 ✅ Released
• Online Application Opens: May 11, 2026 ✅ Open Now
• Last Date to Apply Online: June 10, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Correction Window: June 15 – June 18, 2026
• CTET September 2026 Exam Date: September 6, 2026 (Sunday)

Note: If the number of applicants is very high, CBSE may additionally conduct the exam on September 5, 2026 as well.

Exam Timing on test day (Standard CBSE Schedule):

• Paper-II (Class 6 to 8): 09:30 AM to 12:00 Noon (2.5 Hours duration)
• Paper-I (Class 1 to 5): 02:00 PM to 04:30 PM (2.5 Hours duration)

3. Application Fee Details

Candidates applying for the CTET September 2026 must pay 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)	₹1000/-	₹1200/-
SC / ST / Differently Abled Persons	₹500/-	₹600/-

4. Comprehensive Eligibility Criteria

A significant advantage of the CTET exam is that there is no maximum age limit for appearing, encouraging lifelong learning in teachers. Candidates may attempt the exam infinitely 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 its 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 the 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 fundamentally holding a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree.

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 the 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.

5. CTET Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

The CTET consists entirely of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with four alternatives out of which one answer will be the most appropriate.

• Marking Scheme: Each correct answer invariably carries 1 mark.
• Negative Marking: There is no negative marking under any circumstances in the CTET.

Paper I Structure (Primary Teachers)

Designed to test pedagogical skills and basic subject competence for primary levels.

1. Child Development and Pedagogy: 30 MCQs (30 Marks) - Focuses on educational psychology, theories of Piaget, Kohlberg, and Vygotsky, and inclusive education concepts.
2. Language I (Compulsory): 30 MCQs (30 Marks) - Focuses on proficiencies related to the medium of instruction. Includes reading comprehension and pedagogy of language development.
3. Language II (Compulsory): 30 MCQs (30 Marks) - Focuses on elements of language, communication, and comprehension abilities. Must be different from Language I.
4. Mathematics: 30 MCQs (30 Marks) - Focuses on concepts, problem-solving abilities, and pedagogical understanding of Mathematics.
5. Environmental Studies (EVS): 30 MCQs (30 Marks) - Focuses on immediate environment shaping, basic science, history, and geographical facts.

Paper II Structure (Elementary Teachers)

Designed to test pedagogical nuances for early adolescent learners.

1. Child Development & Pedagogy: 30 MCQs (30 Marks) - Focuses heavily on the psychology of teaching and learning relevant to the age group 11-14 years.
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 Mathematics and Science candidates. OR Social Studies/Social Science: 60 MCQs (60 Marks) - For Social Studies/Social Science candidates (History, Geography, Social and Political Life).

6. How to Apply Online (Sarkari Result Process)

To successfully apply for the CTET September 2026 examination, candidates must carefully follow these steps:

1. Log on securely to the CTET official website (ctet.nic.in).
2. Navigate to the link "Apply Online" at the bottom of the page and open the registration portal.
3. Fill in the comprehensive Online Application Form and meticulously note down the system-generated Registration Number/Application Number.
4. Upload your latest Scanned Photograph (10-100 KB) and Signature (3-30 KB) precisely in JPG/JPEG format as per the Information Bulletin guidelines.
5. Pay the calculated Examination Fee securely by debit/credit card or net banking.
6. Print the finalized Confirmation Page and keep it safely for future reference.
7. Correction Window: If you need to edit any details, use the correction window from June 15 to June 18, 2026.

7. CTET 2026 — Key Dates Timeline

Event	Date	Status
CTET Feb 2026 Exam	February 7 & 8, 2026	✅ Completed
CTET Feb 2026 Result	March 31, 2026	✅ Declared
CTET September 2026 Notification	May 11, 2026	✅ Released
Application Window	May 11 – June 10, 2026	🟢 Open
Correction Window	June 15 – June 18, 2026	⏳ Upcoming
Admit Card	Expected August 2026	⏳ Upcoming
CTET September 2026 Exam	September 6, 2026 (Sunday)	⏳ Upcoming
CTET Result	October – November 2026	⏳ Upcoming