The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially scheduled the CTET February 2026 session for 8 February 2026. Prospective teacher‑candidates are advised to monitor the official CTET website for the detailed notification and application link. Registering in time and ensuring eligibility is crucial for those seeking teaching roles for classes I to VIII.
CTET 2026 Key Dates and Fee Structure
Before filling the form, candidates should review the important dates and fee details which have been indicated in advance of the full notification. The table below summarises the vital information:
Candidates planning to apply should ensure documents, photographs and fee payment mechanisms are ready.
Eligibility Criteria for CTET 2026 Papers I & II
Applicants must check which paper to choose based on the classes they wish to teach (Classes I–V or VI–VIII). The eligibility criteria differ accordingly.
- Paper I (Classes I–V): Candidates must have passed Class XII with minimum marks required or hold a 2‑year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.), or other specified equivalent qualification.
- Paper II (Classes VI–VIII): Applicants must hold a graduation degree with minimum required percentage and a B.Ed or a four‑year B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed. or a two‑year D.El.Ed. after graduation.
Meeting eligibility does not by itself guarantee a teaching post; clearing the exam is the first step.
What Applicants Should Do Next?
The upcoming steps for interested candidates are:
- Regularly visit the official CTET website (ctet.nic.in) for the full notification.
- Read the information bulletin thoroughly once released, including syllabus, pattern, exam cities and other instructions.
- Prepare for the offline (pen‑and‑paper) mode exam scheduled for 8 February 2026.
- Organise documents, photographic signature, payment method and preferred test centre choices ahead of the registration window.
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