Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for Central Teacher Eligibility Test CTET September 2026 examination. Candidates who want to become primary or junior level teachers in government and private schools can apply online for CTET 2026 examination.
CTET examination is conducted at national level and lakhs of candidates appear every year for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates should carefully check eligibility criteria, syllabus, application fee and important dates before filling the online application form.
CTET September 2026 Overview
| Organization | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Exam Session | September 2026 |
| Exam Level | Primary & Junior Level |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Begin | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Date | 15-18 June 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Admit Card | 2 Days Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | October 2026 |
CTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Single Paper | Both Papers |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000/- | ₹1200/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹500/- | ₹600/- |
CTET Primary Level Eligibility (Class I to V)
- 12th pass with minimum 50% marks and 2 Year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- 12th pass with 45% marks and Diploma in Elementary Education as per NCTE rules.
- 12th pass with 50% marks and 4 Year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- 12th pass with 50% marks and Diploma in Special Education.
CTET Junior Level Eligibility (Class VI to VIII)
- Graduation with 2 Year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Graduation with minimum 50% marks and B.Ed degree.
- Graduation with 45% marks and B.Ed as per NCTE regulations.
- 12th pass with 50% marks and 4 Year B.El.Ed.
- Graduation with B.Ed Special Education.
- Post Graduation with minimum 55% marks and integrated B.Ed-M.Ed course.
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
CTET examination is conducted for two papers. Paper 1 is for candidates who want to become teachers for Class 1 to 5 while Paper 2 is for Class 6 to 8 teacher eligibility.
- Objective Type Questions
- Offline Examination Mode
- No Negative Marking
- 150 Questions in Each Paper
- Total Marks : 150
CTET 2026 Syllabus Highlights
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
- Science & Social Science
- Language I & Language II
- Teaching Aptitude
Documents Required
- Passport Size Photograph
- Candidate Signature
- Educational Certificates
- Identity Proof
- Mobile Number & Email ID
How to Fill CTET September 2026 Online Form
- Visit official CTET portal.
- Complete online registration process.
- Fill personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature.
- Select exam city and paper.
- Pay application fee online.
- Preview application form carefully.
- Submit final form and take printout.
Why CTET Certificate is Important?
CTET certificate is required for teaching recruitment in many central government and state government schools. Candidates who qualify CTET become eligible for teaching vacancies in schools like KVS, NVS and various private institutions.
Many teaching aspirants prepare for CTET examination every year to improve their career opportunities in education sector.
CTET September 2026 FAQ
Q1. What is the CTET September 2026 exam date?
Ans: 06 September 2026.
Q2. What is CTET application last date?
Ans: 10 June 2026.
Q3. Is there negative marking in CTET?
Ans: No negative marking.
Q4. What is qualification for CTET?
Ans: 12th pass or Graduation with teacher training qualification.
Disclaimer: Candidates should verify complete eligibility criteria, exam schedule and official instructions from CBSE CTET notification before applying online.