The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the notification for the 22nd Edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 examination. As per the official public notice, the CTET examination for both Paper I and Paper II will be conducted on 06 September 2026 across various examination centres in India. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the official CTET portal from 11 May 2026 to 10 June 2026.
CTET is one of the most important eligibility examinations for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in Central Government schools including KVS, NVS, and other CBSE-affiliated institutions. The examination will be conducted in 27 languages across 132 cities nationwide. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official information bulletin before filling out the application form.
đ Post Overview
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Edition | 22nd Edition |
| Exam Type | Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| Alternative Exam Date | 05 September 2026 (Saturday) if candidates increase |
| Official Website | https://ctet.nic.in |
| Exam Languages | 27 Languages |
| Exam Cities | 132 Cities Across India |
| Paper I | For Classes I to V (Primary Stage) |
| Paper II | For Classes VI to VIII (Elementary Stage) |
The CTET examination will be conducted in offline mode using OMR sheets. All questions will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carrying one mark each and there will be no negative marking. Candidates aspiring to teach both primary and upper primary classes must appear in both Paper I and Paper II.
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- Paper-I Class I to V āĻā§°ু Paper-II Class VI to VIII-ā§° āĻŦাāĻŦে āĻ āύুāώ্āĻ িāϤ āĻš’āĻŦ।
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- āĻĒā§°ীāĻ্āώাāϤ āĻোāύো Negative Marking āύাāĻĨাāĻিāĻŦ।
- CTET āĻĒā§°ীāĻ্āώা āĻাā§°āϤ⧰ 132 āĻāύ āĻāĻšā§°āϤ āĻā§°ু 27 āĻা āĻাāώাāϤ āĻ āύুāώ্āĻ িāϤ āĻš’āĻŦ।
- Application Correction Window āĻĨাāĻিāĻŦ 15 āĻুāύ⧰ āĻĒā§°া 18 āĻুāύ 2026āϞৈ।
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đ Important Dates & Schedule
| Notification Release Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 15 June 2026 to 18 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Two days before examination |
| CTET Examination Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Paper II Exam Timing (Shift 1) | 09:30 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Paper I Exam Timing (Shift 2) | 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM |
| Expected Result Declaration | By End of October 2026 |
Candidates must complete the online application process before the last date to avoid server issues during the final days. The correction facility will be provided only once and no changes will be allowed after the correction period ends.
đ¸ Application Fee
Candidates must pay the required examination fee through online payment modes (Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking) before the final deadline. The category-wise fee structure is detailed below:
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹ 1000/- | ₹ 1200/- |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled Person | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 600/- |
Note: GST as applicable will be charged extra by the Bank. The fee once paid shall not be refunded or adjusted for future examinations under any circumstances.
đ Eligibility Criteria
The minimum eligibility qualifications for CTET are determined by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility carefully before applying online.
- Paper I (Classes I to V): Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- Paper II (Classes VI to VIII): Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in a 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed) / B.Ed. (Special Education).
- Candidates wishing to teach both levels must apply for both papers and fulfill the respective requirements.
- Relaxation up to 5% in qualifying marks is applicable for reserved category candidates including SC/ST/OBC and differently-abled persons.
- The specific eligibility will be verified later by the appointing authority.
Candidates should visit the NCTE official guidelines and carefully review educational qualifications before submitting the application form. Mere appearance or qualifying in the CTET examination does not guarantee employment.
đ° Salary Details
CTET itself is an eligibility examination and not a direct recruitment process. Candidates qualifying CTET become eligible to apply for teaching posts in Central Government schools, CBSE-affiliated schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and various state government schools depending on recruitment rules.
The salary of selected teachers after recruitment varies according to the school, post, pay matrix, and government norms. Generally, teachers recruited through CTET eligibility can receive salaries under Level 6 to Level 7 pay structures (ranging typically between ₹35,400 to ₹44,900 basic pay) along with allowances like DA, HRA, and Transport Allowances as per applicable government rules.
đ§Ē Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process for obtaining the CTET certificate includes:
- Online Application Submission
- CTET Written Examination (Offline OMR-based)
- Result Declaration
- Issuance of CTET Eligibility Certificate
Exam Pattern: The CTET examination will consist of MCQ-based objective questions. Each paper will have a duration of 2.5 hours (150 minutes). Candidates securing 60% (90 marks out of 150) or more will be considered CTET qualified. There is no negative marking in the examination.
Paper I Pattern (For Classes I to V)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II Pattern (For Classes VI to VIII)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies/Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
đ How to Apply
Candidates can apply for CTET September 2026 only through online mode by visiting the official CTET website. No offline applications will be accepted.
- Visit the official CTET website (https://ctet.nic.in).
- Click on the “Apply Online for CTET Sep-2026” link.
- Complete the registration process using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details carefully.
- Upload scanned passport-size photograph (10-100 KB) and signature (3-30 KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
- Pay the application fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates should ensure that all information entered in the online form matches their Class 10 certificate details exactly, including name, date of birth, and parents’ names. Incorrect information may lead to rejection of candidature.
đ Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Information Bulletin | View Bulletin |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
❓ FAQ
1. What is the CTET September 2026 exam date?
The CTET September 2026 examination will be conducted on 06 September 2026 (Sunday). In case of a large number of applicants, the exam may also be conducted on 05 September 2026.
2. What is the last date to apply for CTET 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form and examination fee is 10 June 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
3. Is there negative marking in CTET?
No, there is no negative marking in the CTET examination. Every correct answer carries one mark.
4. Can I apply for both Paper I and Paper II?
Yes, candidates aspiring to teach both primary and upper primary classes can apply for both Paper I and Paper II together by paying the applicable combined fee.
5. What is the validity of the CTET certificate?
The CTET qualifying certificate is valid for a lifetime for all categories of candidates.
6. In how many languages will CTET 2026 be conducted?
The CTET September 2026 examination will be conducted in 27 languages across 132 cities in India.
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⚠️ Disclaimer
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is based on the official CTET September 2026 notification and information bulletin released by CBSE. Candidates are advised to visit the official website and read the complete notification carefully before applying online. AssamEducationHub is not responsible for any changes made later by the conducting authority or any typographical errors.

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