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CTET September 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online for Paper 1 & 2

11 May 2026

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 Session on the official website. Candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in Central Government Schools like KVS, NVS, and other schools can apply online for CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2. Applicants are advised to read the complete notification carefully before filling out the online application form.

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September: Quick Review

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Important Dates

Application Start Date	11 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	10 June 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	10 June 2026
Correction Date	15 – 18 June 2026
Exam Date	06 September 2026
Admit Card	Before Exam

Application Fee

Payment Mode

For Paper-I

For General, OBC : ₹1000/-

For SC, ST, PWD : ₹500/-

For Both Paper

For General, OBC : ₹1200/-

For SC, ST, PWD : ₹600/-

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IMPS
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Eligibility Criteria

For Paper 1 (Class 1 to 5)

Candidates must have passed:

Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed)

OR

Graduation with D.El.Ed / B.Ed qualification.

For Paper 2 (Class 6 to 8)

Candidates must have:

Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed / B.El.Ed / D.El.Ed qualification.
Candidates should check the detailed eligibility criteria in the official notification before applying.

Selection Process

The selection process includes:

Written Examination
CTET Certificate Issuance

Candidates qualifying CTET become eligible to apply for teaching posts in Central Government Schools.

Exam Pattern

Paper 1 (Primary Teacher)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Mathematics	30	30
Environmental Studies	30	30
Total	150	150

Paper 2 (Upper Primary Teacher)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Mathematics & Science OR Social Science	60	60
Total	150	150

Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Negative Marking: No

CTET Qualifying Marks

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
General	60%
OBC / SC / ST	55%

Required Documents

Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Educational Certificates
Identity Proof
Mobile Number & Email ID

How to Apply Online

Visit the official website of CTET.
Click on the “Apply Online” link.
Complete the registration process.
Fill in personal and educational details.
Upload required documents.
Pay the application fee online.

Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
Home	Click Here

Important Instructions for Applicants:

Carefully read the official notification before applying for the post.
Fill out the application form with correct and complete details only.
Upload all required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format and size.
Pay the application fee (if applicable) through official payment methods only.
Keep a printout or saved copy of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Submit your application before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Regularly visit the official website for updates regarding admit card, exam date, and results.
Do not submit multiple applications for the same post unless it is clearly allowed in the notification.

Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET):FAQs

Q1 What is CTET?

Ans: CTET is the Central Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by CBSE for candidates who want to become teachers in Classes 1 to 8.

Q2 When will the CTET September 2026 notification release?

Ans: The notification is expected to release in May or June 2026

Q3 Is there any negative marking in CTET?

Ans: No

Q4. Can candidates apply for both Paper 1 and Paper 2?

Ans: Yes, eligible candidates can apply for both papers together.