CTET Notification 2025: Download Notification PDF, Exam Date

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2025 ( CTET )

Rupali Pruthi
Updated on Oct 6, 2025 14:25 IST

By Rupali Pruthi, Deputy Manager - Editorial

CTET Notification 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon release the notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025. The CTET notification PDF is expected to be released in October 2025 on the official website- ctet.nic.in as an 'information bulletin' containing details of the examination, syllabus, languages, eligibility criteria, examination fee, examination cities and important dates. Candidates should go through the CTET official bulletin PDF thoroughly so that they do not miss out on any important information regarding the CTET exam. The CTET notification 2025 PDF download file will be shared below for the ease of candidates once released on the official website. 

The CTET application form 2025 will be released along with the notification on the official website of the exam.

Table of content
  • CTET Notification 2025 PDF
  • CTET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • CTET Application Form 2025
  • CTET Exam Pattern 2025
  • CTET Notification 2025 FAQs
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CTET Notification 2025 PDF

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The CBSE CTET notification is the first official document that is released as an 'Information Bulletin'. The notification PDF contains the important details related to the exam, including:

  • Application process: The online application form is available along with the notification.
  • CTET Exam date 2025: The dates regarding the application form, exam, admit card and result are mentioned in the notification PDF.
  • CTET eligibility criteria: The latest eligibility criteria for Paper 1 and Paper 2 are stated in a detailed manner.
  • CTET exam pattern: The structure of the question paper for both papers is described in the PDF.
  • CTET syllabus: The subject-wise syllabus is mentioned along with the topic-wise weightage.
  • CTET qualifying marks
  • Applicability
  • Validity of CTET certificate
  • CTET exam centres list
  • Admit card
  • Procedure for the conduct of the exam
  • Examination fee
  • Verification of eligibility
  • Rechecking or reevaluation
  • CTET Certificate and marksheet
  • Display of recorded responses
  • Display of answer key for challenges
  • Test practice centres
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Q:   Is the CTET notification 2025 out?
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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:   How to download CTET notification PDF?
A: 

Candidates can download the CTET notification PDF by following the steps given below:

  • Visit the official website.
  • Click on the Information Billetin link of the new exam session.
  • Go through all the details carefully.
  • Download the PDF.

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 Application Form 2025

The CTET Apply Online link will be available at ctet.nic.in. Candidates are required to fill out the CTET application form by visiting the website, ctet.nic.in. Candidates should go through the CTET eligibility criteria 2025 carefully to know all the conditions to be fulfilled before appearing for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test. Candidates need to fill the CTET application in two parts – the registration and application form. To register for the exam, candidates can follow the steps mentioned below.

  • Visit the official website of the exam
  • Click on the application/registration form link
  • Read the exam notification carefully and click on the checkbox at the bottom of the page
  • Click on the ‘Click Here to Proceed’ button
  • Fill out the CTET online registration form
  • Note down the system-generated application number

Also Read: CTET Hall Ticket

Next, candidates need to fill out the CTET authentication form and application form by following the below-mentioned steps:

  • Login to the registered account using the application number and password
  • Fill out the authentication form
  • Fill out the application form
  • Upload scanned photo and signature as per the prescribed specifications
  • Pay CTET application fee through Syndicate Bank/Canara Bank e-challan or credit card/debit card/net banking

Category

CTET Application Fee for One Paper (in INR)

CTET Application Fee for Two Papers (in INR)

General/Other Backward Class (OBC)

1,000

1,200

Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST)/Differently Abled Person

500

600

  • Click on Submit to submit the CTET application form

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the CTET 2025 application process started?
A: 

No, the CTET 2025 application has not started yet. The CTET application 2025 will begin with the release of the official notification. The CTET registration 2025 will be carried out online. Candidates need to pay the CTET application fee 2025 for successful submission of the online form. The CTET 2025 application fee is INR 1,000 for only one paper and INR 1,200 for both papers.

Q:   How can I apply for CTET exam?
A: 

Candidates can fill the CTET online form by following the given steps.

  • Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in.
  • Click on Apply for CTET link.
  • For new users, click on the "New Registration" button to register yourself. If not, enter your information and click the "Sign In" button.
  • Fill in the required credentials like the candidate's name, mother's name, father's name, date of birth, etc.
  • Choose the exam centre and medium of instruction
  • Enter your Aadhar card number or PAN, choose gender and category, select the status of employment, and fill in the status of the qualifying exam.
  • Now fill out the educational details. Enter your communication address, phone number, and email address.
  • Upload a photo and your signature.
  • Now the page will redirect to the payment.
  • Make payment through Credit Card/Debit Card/E-Challan Click the "Submit" button.
  • Take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
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CTET Exam Pattern 2025

The CTET exam contains two papers 1 and 2. Check major CTET exam pattern highlights for both Paper 1 and 2 below.

Particulars

CTET Paper 1 Highlights

CTET Paper 2 Highlights

Exam mode

Offline

Offline

Number of sections

5

4

Names of subjects

Child Development and Pedagogy

Language-I

Language-II

Mathematics

Environmental Studies

Child Development and Pedagogy

Language-I

Language-II

Mathematics and Science or Social Studies

Duration of exam

2.5 hours (150 minutes)

2.5 hours (150 minutes)

Total questions

150

150

Type of questions

Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs); 4 options with only 1 correct option

Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs); 4 options with only 1 correct option

Total marks

150

150

Marking scheme

+1 for the correct answer

0 for an incorrect answer

+1 for the correct answer

0 for an incorrect answer

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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 exam pattern for CTET?
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CTET exam pattern comprises name of subjects, the number of questions asked in the exam and the marking scheme of Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 pattern comprises five sections- Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I (compulsory), Language-II (compulsory), Mathematics and Environmental Studies. CTET Paper 2 pattern comprises four sections- Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I (compulsory), Language-II (compulsory), Mathematics and Science/ Social Studies. Each Paper is of 150 marks and carries 150 multiple choice questions (MCQs).. .
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CTET Notification 2025 FAQs

Have a look at CTET notification 2025 FAQs below:

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Q:   What is the last date to apply for CTET 2025?
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The last date to apply online for CTET 2025 will be mentioned in the notification. Candidates need to submit their applications before the CTET last date 2025 of online application process. The CTET application 2025 comprises following stages:

  • CTET registration 2025
  • Filling out the application form
  • Uploading of scanned images
  • Payment of the CTET application fee
  • Download the CTET confirmation page 2025

The CBSE generally provides a month time to candidates to fill out the CTET online form 2025.

Q:   What is the eligibility for CTET?
A: 
The CTET eligibility criteria differ for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Some of the basic requirements to fulfil CTET eligibility criteria for Paper 1 is passing 12 examinations with a minimum of 50 per cent aggregate marks and Paper 2 is completing graduation with a minimum of 50 per cent aggregate marks. Candidates should go through the detailed eligibility criteria before filling out the CTET application form.
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:   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 are the latest details on CTET application form?
A: 

There is no official update on the CTET 2025 application form as of now. Candidates are eagerly waiting for the release of official notification and application form. The CTET exam notification and application form will be released together on the website of the exam- ctet.nic.in. Once released, candidates can get the CTET application form link here - https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/teaching/articles/ctet-2025-exam-blogId-170985

Q:   Will CTET be conducted online or offline?
A: 

The CTET 2025 exam will be conducted offline in pen and paper mode. Until 2020, the CTET exam was held offline in pen and paper mode. In 2021 and 2022, the exam was held online wherein candidates were required to mark their answers on the computer. However, the exam was organised offline again in 2023 and 2024.

Q:   When is the next date to apply for the CTET?
A: 

The CTET 2025 dates have not been announced yet by the Central Board of Secondary Education. The CTET 2025 application dates will be announced soon. Candidates need to register for the exam and submit the CTET online form in order to appear for the exam. Candidates need to upload scanned copy of photo identity card, a recent photograph, and signature for the registration. The CTET application fee is required to be paid for successful submission of the application form.

Candidates are advised to visit the official website regularly for the latest updates.

Q:   When will the registrations for CTET 2025 begin?
A: 

The registrations for the CTET 2025 exam are expected to start soon. The CBSE is likely to release the CTET notification 2025 in September 2025. The CBSE CTET registration 2025 link will be activated along with the notification. Candidates need to register and submit the CTET application form 2025 by visiting the official website, once the link gets activated. 

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

Q:   What are the qualifying marks for CTET exam?
A: 

The CTET qualifying marks are different for different categories. General category candidates need to obtain a minimum of 60 per cent or above marks in the CTET 2025 exam in order to be considered as a CTET pass. The CTET passing marks for OBC/SC/ST category candidates are 55 per cent. Candidates scoring more than or equal to the qualifying marks are considered CTET qualified. Only those candidates are awarded the CTET Certificate those who secure the minimum qualifying marks. However, a higher CTET score is advantageous in the further teacher recruitment process.

Q:   Who releases the CTET notification?
A: 

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the conducting authority for the CTET exam, releases the notification. The Ministry of Education, Government of India has entrusted the responsibility of conducting the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) to the CBSE Delhi. And hence, all the events related to the exam are announced or released by the board itself.

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:   What is the CTET confirmation page?
A: 
The CTET confirmation page is a page that gets auto-generated after successful payment of the application fee. The confirmation page acts as proof that a candidate has successfully filled and submitted the CTET application form. Candidates are required to take printout of CTET Confirmation Page. However, the Confirmation Page is not required to be sent to the CTET Unit or CBSE. Candidates need to keep the Confirmation Page along with them for record and future reference till the end of the entire exam process.
Q:   Do all CTET qualifying candidates get a job?
A: 

No, clearing the CTET exam does not guarantee jobs to candidates. By clearing CTET, candidates only become eligible to apply for teaching jobs in government schools across India. Post exam, all qualifying candidates need to go through the recruitment process of the school in which they apply for a job.

Q:   How many times can a candidate apply for the CTET exam?
A: 

There is no restriction on the number of attempts for the exam. This means that candidates can apply and appear for the exam as many times as they want irrespective of whether they cleared the paper in the last cycle. Candidates can also attempt the CTET paper again to improvise their exam score.

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Answered 2 days ago

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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Nitesh Pruthi

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