CTET 2026 Application Form: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to conduct the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 for aspiring teachers across India. The exam serves as a mandatory qualification for candidates seeking teaching positions from Class I to Class VIII in central government schools such as KVS, NVS, and other CBSE-affiliated institutions.
The official notification for CTET 2026 is expected to be released shortly on the official website – www.ctet.nic.in. The exam will be conducted in offline mode (pen and paper-based). Interested candidates will be able to apply online once the application window opens. The CTET is conducted twice a year, and this cycle is likely for the January 2025 session.
CTET 2026 Application Form Overview
Particulars
Details
Exam Name
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026
Conducting Authority
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Mode of Examination
Offline (OMR-based)
Duration
2.5 Hours per Paper
Validity of Certificate
Lifetime
Official Website
www.ctet.nic.in
CTET 2026 Application Form Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
November 2025 (Expected)
Apply Start Date
Update Soon
Apply Last Date
Update Soon
Exam Date
08 February 2025
CTET 2026 Application Fee
Category
For One Paper
For Both Papers
General/OBC (NCL)
₹1000/-
₹1200/-
SC/ST/PwD
₹500/-
₹600/-
CTET 2025 Qualification
Post Name
Qualification
Primary Teacher (PRT) Level-I
12th Pass + Diploma in Education (D.Ed)/ JBT
Secondary Teacher (TGT) Level-II
Graduate + Degree in Education (B.Ed/ B.El.Ed)
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper I – For Classes I to V (Primary Teacher)
Subject
Questions
Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy
30
30
Language I
30
30
Language II
30
30
Mathematics
30
30
Environmental Studies
30
30
Total
150
150
Paper II – For Classes VI to VIII (Elementary Teacher)
Subject
Questions
Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy
30
30
Language I
30
30
Language II
30
30
Mathematics & Science OR
60
60
Social Studies/Social Science
60
60
Total
150
150
Note: There is no negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks are 60% (90/150). Relaxations are provided for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories.
How to Apply for CTET 2026 Application Form
Visit the official CTET website: www.ctet.nic.in
Click on “Apply Online” under the CTET January 2025 section.
Register with your email ID and mobile number.
Fill the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
Submit the form and take a printout for reference.
