CTET Exam Date 2025: Exam Schedule, Timeline & Time Table

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2025 ( CTET )

Rupali Pruthi
Updated on Sep 29, 2025 16:12 IST

By Rupali Pruthi, Deputy Manager - Editorial

CTET Exam Date 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the notification for the CTET December 2025 exam in October 2025 on the official website- ctet.nic.in. The CBSE CTET form will be released along with the notification. The 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) may likely be held in December 2025. The official CTET exam date 2025 will be announced soon.

The CTET dates 2025 highlight critical events related to the exam, such as the release of the CTET Application Form, the release of the admit card, the conduct of the exam, and the declaration of the result. Candidates should know the latest Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) dates so they do not miss important events.

Table of content
  • CTET Exam Date 2025: Tentative Schedule
  • CTET Exam Time Table 2025: Exam Schedule
  • CTET Exam Events 2025
  • CTET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • CTET Exam Dates 2025 FAQs
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CTET Exam Date 2025: Tentative Schedule

The CTET dates related to the notification, registration, admit card, exam, answer key and result will be announced in the official notification. However, we have listed below the tentative calendar of CTET exam dates 2025 related to all the events. Aspirants can plan their preparations with the help of these dates.

Event

Date

Release of the CTET notification

October 2025

CTET application form

October - November 2025

CTET Admit Card

December

Exam

December

Answer Key

December 2025/ January 2026

Result

January 2026

Note: These dates of the CTET 2025 exam are curated based on previous years' exam sessions. The official dates will be announced soon.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the CTET notification 2025 out?
A: 

No, the CTET notification 2025 has not been released. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon issue the official notification for the CTET 2025 examination. Candidates can download the CTET notification PDF by visiting the official website of the exam - ctet.nic.in. The CBSE CTET exam notification will inform candidates about the exam dates and details.

Q:   Will the CTET 2025 notification be released in October?
A: 

The CTET 2025 notification has not been released as of now. It is expected that the CBSE CTET notification will be released in October 2025. The notification will be displayed as a CTET information bulletin on the official website- ctet.nic.in. Candidates should visit this page to get the latest updates on the CTET exam - https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/teaching/articles/ctet-2025-exam-blogId-170985

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CTET Exam Time Table 2025: Exam Schedule

The CTET exam timetable includes the exam timings, such as the CTET first shift time and second shift time. Paper 2 is generally conducted in the first shift and Paper 1 in the second shift. Check below the CTET shift timings.

Events

Paper 2

Paper 1

CTET 2025 Exam Dates

Soon

Soon

Reporting Time

7:30 AM

12:30 PM

Checking of Admit Cards

9:00 AM to 9:15 AM

2:00 PM to 2:15 PM

Checking of Computer

9:15 AM

2:15 PM

Last Entry in the Examination Centre

9:30 AM

2:30 PM

Test Commences

9:30 AM

2:30 PM

Test Concludes

12:00 Noon

5:00 PM

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Q:   What is the CTET exam date 2025?
A: 

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has not announced the CTET exam date 2025 yet. However, it is expected that the 21st edition of the CTET exam will be conducted in December 2025. The CBSE CTET December 2025 exam will be organised offline in pen and paper mode. The CTET notification 2025 is expected soon. 

Q:   What is the time table for CTET 2025?
A: 

The CTET 2025 exam time table has not been announced yet. The CBSE will soon release the schedule and timetable for the CTET exam 2025 along with the official notification. The CTET timetable 2025 will be as follows:

Events

Paper 2

Paper 1

Exam Date

Soon

Soon

Reporting Time

7:30 AM

12:30 PM

Checking of Admit Cards

9:00 AM to 9:15 AM

2:00 PM to 2:15 PM

Checking of Computer

9:15 AM

2:15 PM

Last Entry in the Examination Centre

9:30 AM

2:30 PM

Test Commences

9:30 AM

2:30 PM

Test Concludes

12:00 Noon

5:00 PM

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CTET Exam Events 2025

Check important CTET exam events below:

  • CTET notification: CTET notification contains important details regarding the exam, such as exam dates, the application process, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus and exam day guidelines. The notification is released on the official website and is the first important document regarding the exam
  • CTET application form: The CTET application starts once the notification is released. Candidates who fulfil the CTET eligibility criteria can fill out the CTET application form. To submit the form, candidates need to pay the application fee. The complete process is conducted online. 
  • CTET admit card: The CTET admit card is released on the official website of the exam. The admit card is released around two weeks before the exam. Candidates need to download the card and carry it to the exam centre on the day of the examination
  • CTET exam: The CTET exam is conducted offline for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET exam date is released on the official website.
  • CTET answer key: The official provisional CTET answer key is released a few weeks after the exam's conduct. Candidates can challenge the provisional key on the official website of the exam. The CTET final answer key is released along with the result.
  • CTET result: CTET result is announced by CBSE within six weeks of the conduct of the exam. Candidates can check their results online on the official website by logging in with their roll number

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Q:   What is the timing of the CTET exam?
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The CTET exam is conducted in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 is held in Shift 2 and Paper 2 in Shift 1. The shift 1 (CTET Paper 2) is held from 9:30 am to 12 noon and Shift 2 (CTET Paper 1) from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. The allotted CTET shift timing is intimated to candidates through their admit cards. Candidates need to appear for the CTET exam as per the shift timings mentioned on their respective admit cards.

Q:   What is the CTET Exam Process?
A: 

The CTET is an eligibility exam conducted by the CBSE to determine the eligibility of candidates as primary or elementary teachers. The CTET exam process comprises following the stages:

  • Release of official notification
  • Submission of CTET application form
  • Release of the CTET admit card
  • Conduct of the exam in offline mode
  • Release of provisional answer key
  • Declaration of result
  • Release of final answer key
  • Release of CTET certificate for qualified candidates

CTET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CTET 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Oct ' 25

Release of CTET notification

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
09 Jan ' 25

CTET Result 2024 (Dec)

01 Jan ' 25

CTET Answer Key

14 Dec ' 24

CTET 2024 Exam Date

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CTET Exam Dates 2025 FAQs

Have a look at the CTET exam dates FAQs below:

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Q:   When is the CTET answer key released?
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The CTET answer key is released in two phases by the CBSE Provisional and Final. The CTET provisional answer key is released soon after the exam concludes. Candidates can submit objections against the provisional answer key. The CTET final answer key is released after the analysis of objections received from candidates. However, the unofficial CTET answer key is released by various coaching centres soon after the exam shift concludes.
Q:   What is the duration of the CTET exam?
A: 
CTET exam is of 2 hours 30 minutes duration for each paper. The CTET exam is conducted in two shifts on each exam date. The CTET Shift 1 starts from 9:30 am to 12 noon and Shift 2 is from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. The examination is conducted online in the computer-based test (CBT) mode in each shift. Candidates need to be present for the complete shift.
Q:   What is CTET full form?
A: 

CTET stands for Central Teacher Eligibility Test. It is an eligibility exam conducted every year to determine the eligibility of candidates to teach Classes 1 to 8 in central government schools such as KVS, NVS, etc. Passing the CTET exam is compulsory for aspirants who want to apply for teacher recruitment in government schools for Classes 1 to 8

Q:   What is the next date of CTET exam 2025?
A: 

The CTET 2025 exam date will be announced soon by the CBSE. The CTET 2025 schedule will be released along with the official notification. The CTET 2025 exam will be held offline in pen and paper mode. The exam is conducted on a single day in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 is organised from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Paper 2 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates check the CTET next exam details here - https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/teaching/articles/ctet-2025-exam-blogId-170985

Q:   How do I get my CTET old marksheet?
A: 

You can get the CTET old marksheet or duplicate CTET marksheet and certificate by visiting the official website of the exam. Follow the steps given below to get the previous years marksheets or certificates:

  • Visit the official website - ctet.nic.in.
  • Go to the 'Duplicate Marksheet & Certificate' link under e-Services.
  • Click on the link given under '2011 to 2016' or '2018 & onwards'.
  • Login using the registered mobile or Aadhaar number.
  • Click on the Get Issued Documents link.
  • Select CBSE >>> Teacher Eligibility Test Mark-sheet or Certificate.
  • Enter the Roll Number and Year of passing.
  • Click on get document link.

 

Q:   What is the CTET qualifying score for females in Bihar?
A: 

The CTET qualifying marks for females in Bihar are the same as those in other states. Moreover, the CTET passing marks are same for both male and female candidates. Have a look at the CTET qualifying marks for all genders and states below:

Category

Minimum Qualiying Marks  (Out of 150)

Minimum Qualiying Percentage (in %)

General in all states

90

60

SC/ST/OBC/PwD in all states

82

55

Q:   When will CTET result be released?
A: 

The CTET result 2025 will be released on the official website as a login link. The direct result link is provided on this page. The CBSE CTET result displays the marks obtained by candidates in each section as well as overal marks. The qualifying status of the CTET exam will also be mentioned on the result page. Candidates qualifying the CTET exam will be awarded the eligibility certificate. The CTET certificate will be available on DigiLocker.

Q:   Where can I get CTET December 2022 question paper with answer key?
A: 

The CTET question paper of previous years are there on the official website of the CBSE CTET exam. Candidates can easily find their CTET December 2022 question papers. Moreover, candidates who are looking for the CTET previous years papers with the answer key PDF, they can visit this page of the Shiksha.com - https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/teaching/articles/last-5-years-question-papers-of-ctet-download-free-pdfs-blogId-149213

Q:   When will the CTET application form 2025 be released?
A: 

The CBSE will soon release the CTET application form 2025. The CTET application process comprises the following steps:

  • CTET registration
  • Filling out the application form
  • Uploading of scanned images
  • Payment of application fee
  • Download the confirmation page. 
Q:   Is the CTET exam conducted on a single day?
A: 

Yes, CTET exam is held on a single day. The exam is held in two shifts on each day. The first shift (9:30 AM-12 Noon) is conducted for CTET Paper 1, and the second shift (2:30-5:00 PM) for CTET Paper 2. In January 2021 and 2022, the CTET exam was not conducted on a single day. The CTET exam was held on multiple days and in multiple shifts as the exam was held online as Computer Based Test (CBT). Before that until 2020, the CTET exam was conducted on a single day in two shifts. 

Q:   When will the CTET 2025 registration start?
A: 

The CTET 2025 registration will start with the release of official notification. The CTET application form 2025 will have to be filled online. Applicants need to first register for the CTET 2025 exam and then go on to fill out the CTET online form 2025. The online application process is incomplete without the examination fee. Candidates need to pay the CTET application fee 2025 for successful submission of the form.

Q:   When will the CTET notification 2025 be released?
A: 

CTET 2025 notification will be released soon on the official website. The CTET notification 2025 will be available as a PDF file containing the important exam details including the exam events, dates, application process, eligibility criteria, exam structure, exam applicability and so much more. The CTET 2025 application process will begin with the release of official notification. Candidates are advised to go through the notification carefully before applying online.

Q:   When is the CTET admit card released?
A: 

The CTET admit card is generally released two days prior to the exam date. The CTET admit card is released in two phases- pre-admit card and main admit card. The CTET pre-admit card is released to make candidates aware of the exam date and city. The main CTET admit card contains the exact exam schedule such as exam date, exam time, reporting time, exam centre name and address, exam day instructions and others. Candidates need to carry their admit cards to CTET exam centres.

Q:   When will the CTET Answer Key 2025 be released?
A: 

The CTET answer key 2025 will be released after the conduct of the exam. The CTET 2025 answer key PDFs will be available for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET provisional answer key will be released as a login link on the official website- ctet.nic.in along with the OMR sheet and objection link. The CBSE CTET answer key 2025 will be displayed to invite objections from candidates. The CTET final answer key 2025 will be released after the scrutiny of objections. 

Q:   When will the CTET pre-admit card 2025 be released?
A: 

The CTET pre-admit card 2025 will be released around 10 days before the exam. Candidates need to download the pre-admit card or CTET city intimation slip 2025 using the application number, date of birth and security pin. The CTET pre-admit card is like an exam city intimation slip that contains only the name of allotted exam city. The name and address of exam centre were intimated through the CTET admit card 2025.

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Yes, according to the criteria of CTET, You can apply for this exam if you got more than 50% in your graduation it is eligible for both papers of CTET.

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Surbhi Mishra

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a month ago

The CTET 2025 notification has not been released as of now. It is expected that the CBSE CTET notification will be released in October 2025. The notification will be displayed as a CTET information bulletin on the official website- ctet.nic.in. Candidates should visit this page to get the latest upd

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Rupali Pruthi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, you can apply for CTET Paper 1 only if you make sure that you meet the minimum teacher education requirement for Classes 1 to 5.

If we talk about Paper 1, CTET generally requires passing of Class 12 with 50% marks and also a 2-year D.El.Ed, or any certain equivalent teacher training qualificatio

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Rupesh Katariya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

CTET stands for Central Teacher Eligibility Test. It is an eligibility exam conducted every year to determine the eligibility of candidates to teach Classes 1 to 8 in central government schools such as KVS, NVS, etc. Passing the CTET exam is compulsory for aspirants who want to apply for teacher rec

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Vikram Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

The major difference between CTET and UPTET is that when candidates clear the CTET exam, it provides a national-level eligibility certificate that can be used across India, whereas clearing the UPTET exam provides a state-level eligibility certificate that is only valid within Uttar Pradesh state.

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