CTET September 2026 Information Bulletin has been released announcing the 22nd Edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (Paper I & Paper II). The examination will be conducted on 6th September 2026 (Sunday) across 132 cities in 27 languages.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a special second window for online applications for the 22nd edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). This decision comes in light of a Supreme Court judgment emphasizing that eligible teachers must be given a reasonable opportunity to meet the TET qualification requirement.
CBSE Reopens CTET Application Window
The CBSE has decided to reopen the online application portal for the 22nd CTET. This is for candidates who missed the first application period.
- New Dates: 25th August 2026 to 1st September 2026
- Who can apply: Only those who did NOT apply earlier.
- Already applied? No need to apply again.
- Exam Date: Will be announced later.
CBSE CTET September 2026 Notification PDF Out
The official CTET September 2026 Information Bulletin has been released by CBSE. The bulletin contains complete details including eligibility criteria, exam structure, syllabus, language options, fee structure, examination cities, and important dates. Candidates can download the Information Bulletin from the official websites ctet.nic.in or www.cbse.gov.in.
CBSE CTET September 2026 – Highlights
CTET is a mandatory eligibility test for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in Central Government schools (KVS, NVS, etc.) and other schools adopting CTET. Qualifying CTET does not guarantee employment but is one of the essential eligibility criteria for appointment.
| CTET September 2026 – Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Edition | 22nd |
| Paper Types | Paper – I (Classes I to V), Paper – II (Classes VI to VIII) |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Registration Dates | 11th May to 10th June 2026 |
| Re-Open Date | 25th August 2026 to 1st September 2026 |
| Online Correction Window | 15th to 18th June 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | Two days before the examination |
| Exam Date | Revised [Announced Soon] |
| Possible Additional Date | 05th September 2026 (if candidate numbers increase) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper – OMR based) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 150 MCQs per paper |
| Total Marks | 150 marks per paper |
| Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes per paper |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Languages | 27 languages |
| Exam Cities | 132 cities across India |
| Result Declaration | By end of October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | https://ctet.nic.in |
Important Dates
The online registration schedule for CTET September 2026 has been released along with the public notice. Candidates can fill their application from 11th May 2026 onwards, and the application link will remain active until 10th June 2026 (11:59 PM).
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 08th May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 11th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10th June 2026 (upto 23:59 hrs) |
| Reopen Dates | 25th August 2026 to 1st September 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | Two days before the exam |
| Exam Date | 06th September 2026 (Available Soon) |
| Result Declaration | By end of October 2026 (Tentative) |
Exam Day Schedule (06th September 2026 – Sunday)
| Paper | Shift | Timing | Duration | Entry Time | Gate Closing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper – II (Classes VI to VIII) | Morning | 09:30 AM to 12:00 Noon | 2:30 Hours | 07:30 AM | 09:30 AM |
| Paper – I (Classes I to V) | Evening | 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM | 2:30 Hours | 12:30 PM | 02:30 PM |
Languages Offered for CTET September 2026
The test will be conducted in 27 languages. Candidates must select two languages – Language I and Language II (both must be different). The available languages with codes are:
| Language | Code | Language | Code | Language | Code | Language | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | 01 | Khasi | 08 | Punjabi | 15 | Dogri | 22 |
| Hindi | 02 | Malayalam | 09 | Sanskrit | 16 | Kashmiri | 23 |
| Assamese | 03 | Manipuri | 10 | Tamil | 17 | Konkani | 24 |
| Bengali | 04 | Marathi | 11 | Telugu | 18 | Maithili | 25 |
| Garo | 05 | Mizo | 12 | Tibetan | 19 | Santhali | 26 |
| Gujarati | 06 | Nepali | 13 | Urdu | 20 | Sindhi | 27 |
| Kannada | 07 | Odia | 14 | Bodo | 21 |
CTET September 2026 Eligibility
The minimum qualifications for appearing in CTET are as notified by NCTE. Candidates are advised to visit the NCTE website (https://ncte.gov.in) to ascertain their eligibility. Relaxation up to 5% in qualifying marks in minimum educational qualification is allowed for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled candidates.
Minimum Educational Qualifications for Classes I-V (Primary Stage):
Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of:
- Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed); OR
- Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed); OR
- Diploma in Education (Special Education); OR
- 4-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or equivalent
Minimum Educational Qualifications for Classes VI-VIII (Elementary Stage):
Candidates must have:
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of Bachelor of Education (B.Ed); OR
- Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed); OR
- Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed (as per NCTE norms); OR
- Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed
Also Read: CTET September 2026 Notification OUT @ctet.nic.in, Apply Online for 22nd Edition
CTET September 2026 Application Form
The online application process for CTET September 2026 is available on the official website ctet.nic.in from 11th May 2026 onwards. Candidates must keep their scanned photograph (10-100 KB, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, JPG/JPEG) and signature (3-30 KB, 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm, JPG/JPEG) ready before applying.
Steps to Apply Online:
- STEP 1: Log on to CTET official website ctet.nic.in or CBSE website www.cbse.gov.in
- STEP 2: Go to the link “Apply Online” and open the same
- STEP 3: Fill in the Online Application Form (Authentication Form → Personal Details → Languages → Qualification)
- STEP 4: Note down the Registration Number/Application Number generated
- STEP 5: Upload scanned Photograph and Signature
- STEP 6: Pay Examination Fee (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking)
- STEP 7: Print Confirmation Page for record and future reference
Re-Open Apply Link
Correction Window Link
Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the examination fee through online mode only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking). GST as applicable will be charged extra by the Bank. Fee once remitted shall not be refunded or adjusted for future tests under any circumstances.
| Category | Only Paper-I or Paper-II | Both Paper-I & Paper-II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 1000/- + GST | Rs. 1200/- + GST |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled Person | Rs. 500/- + GST | Rs. 600/- + GST |
CTET September 2026 Exam Pattern – Paper I (for Classes I to V)
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes; Total Questions: 150 MCQs; Total Marks: 150; No Negative Marking
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Nature of Questions (Paper I):
- Child Development & Pedagogy: Educational psychology for age group 6-11 years
- Language I: Proficiencies related to medium of instruction
- Language II: Elements of language, communication & comprehension
- Mathematics & EVS: Concepts, problem-solving, and pedagogical understanding based on NCERT syllabus for Classes I-V (difficulty level up to Secondary stage)
CTET September 2026 Exam Pattern – Paper II (for Classes VI to VIII)
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes; Total Questions: 150 MCQs; Total Marks: 150; No Negative Marking
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics and Science (for Maths/Science teacher) OR Social Studies/Social Science (for Social Science teacher) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Nature of Questions (Paper II):
- Child Development & Pedagogy: Educational psychology for age group 11-14 years
- Mathematics and Science: 30 MCQs each, total 60 marks (for Maths/Science teacher)
- Social Studies/Social Science: 60 MCQs (for Social Science teacher)
- Questions based on NCERT syllabus for Classes VI-VIII (difficulty level up to Senior Secondary stage)
Note: A person who intends to be a teacher for both levels (Classes I-V and VI-VIII) will have to appear in both papers (Paper I and Paper II).
CTET September 2026 – Qualifying Marks and Certificate
As per NCTE norms, a person who scores 60% or more (90 marks out of 150) in the CTET exam will be considered as CTET pass.
- School managements may give concessions to SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled persons in accordance with their extant reservation policy.
- Qualifying CTET does not confer a right on any person for recruitment/employment – it is only one of the eligibility criteria for appointment.
Validity Period of CTET Certificate: The CTET qualifying certificate is valid for life time forall categories. There is no restriction on the number of attempts a person can take for acquiring a CTET Certificate. A person who has qualified CTET may also appear again for improving his/her score.
Applicability of CTET:
- CTET shall apply to schools of the Central Government (KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools, etc.) and schools under the administrative control of UTs of Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and NCT of Delhi.
- CTET may also apply to unaided private schools who may exercise the option of considering CTET.
- According to CBSE Affiliation Bye-Laws, it is mandatory for teachers appointed after 6th March 2012 to teach Classes I-VIII in CBSE affiliated schools to qualify/pass CTET or State TET.
