The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 session. The application process is currently open and is being conducted online.
Here is a full description of the CTET February 2026 examination, including key dates, eligibility, and the application process.
📅 Important Dates
| Activity | Date / Duration |
| Notification Release Date | November 27, 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | November 27, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee | December 18, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | December 23 – December 26, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Date of Examination | February 8, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Paper-II Timing (Morning Shift) | 9:30 AM – 12:00 Noon (2.5 hours) |
| Paper-I Timing (Evening Shift) | 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM (2.5 hours) |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
The CTET exam is conducted for two papers, and the eligibility criteria differ for each:
1. Paper I (For teaching Classes I to V - Primary Stage)
Candidates must have at least one of the following minimum educational qualifications:
Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks and a pass or final year appearance in a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and a pass or final year appearance in a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
Graduation with at least 50% marks and a pass or final year appearance in a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), as per NCTE norms.
2. Paper II (For teaching Classes VI to VIII - Elementary Stage)
Candidates must have at least one of the following minimum educational qualifications:
Graduation with a pass or final year appearance in a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
Graduation with at least 50% marks and a pass or final year appearance in a Bachelor in Education (B.Ed).
Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and a pass or final year appearance in a 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed.
Note: There is no upper age limit for applying. Relaxation in minimum marks is available for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled categories as per government norms.
💻 How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
The application process is entirely online via the official CTET website.
Visit the Official Website: Go to the official CTET website: ctet.nic.in.
Registration: Click on the "Apply for CTET February 2026" link. If you are a new user, click on "New Registration" and fill in your basic details (name, date of birth, contact information, etc.) to generate a Registration Number/Application Number.
Fill Application Form: Log in using your Application Number and Password. Complete the application form with your personal details, academic qualifications, and select your preferred exam city and medium of the paper.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of your Photograph and Signature according to the prescribed specifications:
Photograph: JPG/JPEG format, 10–100 KB file size, 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm (dimensions).
Signature: JPG/JPEG format, 3–30 KB file size, 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm (dimensions).
Pay Examination Fee: Pay the prescribed application fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Final Submission: Review all the entered details thoroughly. Once verified, click on the "Final Submit" button.
Download Confirmation Page: Download and print the Confirmation Page for future reference.
💰 Application Fee
The fee is non-refundable and varies based on the category and the number of papers a candidate applies for:
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Papers I & II |
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹1,000/- | ₹1,200/- |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled Person (PwD) | ₹500/- | ₹600/- |
📝 Exam Pattern
The CTET is conducted in Offline (OMR-based) mode. Both papers consist of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each carrying one mark.
Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes) for each paper.
Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer. There is NO negative marking.
| Paper I (Classes I to V) | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
| Paper II (Classes VI to VIII) | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies/Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Note: The CTET Qualifying Certificate is now valid for a lifetime.
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Some Useful Important Links
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