CTET February 2026 Notification Out: CTET February 2026 Notification Out for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The exam authority conducts CTET to test teaching aptitude and subject knowledge for Classes 1 to 8
The exam will be conducted in offline mode in multiple cities.
Eligible candidates can apply online at ctet.nic.in till 18 December 2025.
CTET February 2026 Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) – February 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Edition | 21st edition of CTET |
| Notification Release Date | 27 November 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 December 2025 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 December 2025 |
| Correction Window | 23 December 2025 to 26 December 2025 |
| Form Completion Facility | 27 December 2025 to 30 December 2025 (one‑time facility) |
| CTET Exam Date | 8 February 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR‑based) |
| Papers | Paper 1 (Classes 1–5) and Paper 2 (Classes 6–8) |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime, as per current rules |
| Official Website | https://ctet.nic.in |
CTET February 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Publication / Information Bulletin Upload | 27 November 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 18 December 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 December 2025 |
| Online Correction Window | 23 December 2025 to 26 December 2025 |
| One‑time Facility to Complete Pending Forms | 27 December 2025 to 30 December 2025 |
| Advance City Intimation | Late January 2026 (as per schedule on website) |
| Admit Card Release | Approximately first week of February 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date | 8 February 2026 (Sunday) |
| Result Declaration | March 2026 (as per CTET schedule) |
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must ensure that they satisfy all conditions as on the last date of application, otherwise their candidature may be cancelled.
CTET Level 1 Eligibility (Classes 1 to 5)
| Post / Level | CTET Eligibility Details |
| CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) | Senior Secondary or equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2‑year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR Senior Secondary or equivalent with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2‑year Diploma in Elementary Education as per NCTE 2002 norms OR Senior Secondary or equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4‑year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) OR Senior Secondary or equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2‑year Diploma in Education (Special Education) OR any other qualification as mentioned in the detailed CTET information bulletin for Primary Stage. |
CTET Level 2 Eligibility (Classes 6 to 8)
| Post / Level | CTET Eligibility Details |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | Graduation and passed or appearing in final year of 2‑year Diploma in Elementary Education OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1‑year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed) OR Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1‑year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed) in accordance with NCTE norms OR Senior Secondary or equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4‑year B.El.Ed OR Senior Secondary or equivalent 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 OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1‑year B.Ed (Special Education) OR any candidate having a B.Ed degree recognised by NCTE is eligible to appear for CTET as per rules in the information bulletin. |
Age Limit and Total Posts
| Parameter | Details |
| Minimum Age | 17 years |
| Maximum Age | No upper age limit |
| Total Posts | Not applicable (eligibility test only) |
CTET February 2026 Fee Structure
| Category | Only Paper 1 or 2 | Both Papers 1 & 2 |
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
exam pattern for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Each paper carries 150 multiple‑choice questions with one mark for each correct answer and no negative marking.
CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Level 1 (Classes 1 to 5)
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes) | — |
CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Level 2 (Classes 6 to 8)
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| A. Mathematics & Science (for Maths/Science teachers) | 60 | 60 |
| B. Social Studies / Social Science (for SST teachers) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes) | — |
CTET 2026 Salary Structure
| Category | Pay Scale | Details |
| CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) | ₹9,300 to ₹34,800 with Grade Pay ₹4200 | Primary teacher level pay band used in many government schools as per rules. |
| CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) | ₹9,300 to ₹34,800 with Grade Pay ₹4600 | Trained graduate teacher level scale in many schools as per applicable norms. |
| Other Allowances | As per Government Norms | Includes DA, HRA and other allowances as decided by respective authorities. |
CTET February 2026 Process
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Written exam for Paper 1 and Paper 2 on 8 February 2026 in offline mode.
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Evaluation of OMR sheets and preparation of merit‑wise results for different categories.
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Issuance of CTET eligibility certificates with lifetime validity through digital platforms.
Candidates who clear CTET become eligible to apply for teaching posts but must still qualify separate recruitment exams and interviews as per organisation rules.
CTET February 2026 Application Process
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Visit the official website ctet.nic.in and open the CTET February 2026 application link.
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Register as a new candidate by entering basic details like name, date of birth, mobile number and email ID.
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Note down the generated application number and log in to fill the detailed online form for CTET February 2026.
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Enter personal details, contact details, exam centre choices, subject selection and paper preferences carefully.
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Upload scanned images of recent passport size photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
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Pay the CTET February 2026 application fee through online payment options before the last date.
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Check payment status, download the confirmation page and keep a printed copy for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| CTET Official Website | https://ctet.nic.in |
| CTET February 2026 Information Bulletin (PDF) | Available under “Information Bulletin CTET Feb‑2026” on https://ctet.nic.in/documents/ |
| CTET February 2026 Public Notice and Schedule | Available under “Public Notices” section on https://ctet.nic.in/document-category/public-notices/ |
| CTET February 2026 Online Application Page | Accessible through the “Apply for CTET Feb 2026” link on https://ctet.nic.in |
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FAQs – CTET February 2026 Notification
What is the CTET February 2026 exam date?
The CTET February 2026 exam will be conducted on 8 February 2026 (Sunday) in offline OMR mode.
What is the last date to apply for CTET February 2026?
The last date to submit the CTET February 2026 online application form and fee is 18 December 2025.
Can candidates apply for both CTET papers in February 2026?
Yes, eligible candidates can apply for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 by paying the higher application fee and meeting both eligibility conditions.
What is the validity of the CTET February 2026 certificate?
The CTET eligibility certificate issued for the February 2026 session carries lifetime validity as per current rules.