CTET 2026 Application Form @ctet.nic.in Live: September Registration Closed, Eligibility & How to Apply
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has closed the CTET September session application window 2026 on June 10. Scroll down for the latest live updates about the CTET application form, how to apply, eligibility criteria, and more.
CTET Application Form 2026 Last Date Live Updates
CTET 2026 Sep Application Form LIVE: The CBSE has closed the CTET September session 2026 application process on June 10. It was started on May 11, 2026. The CTET exam will be conducted on September 6, 2026. Candidates were required to fill all the details relevant and correctly in the application form. Examination city will be allotted by the CBSE on random basis. The last date to submit the application fee was also June 10. Scroll down for the latest live updates about the CTET application form, how to apply, eligibility criteria, and more.
How To Apply For CTET Exam 2026?
Candidates can fill out the CTET online form by checking these methods as mentioned below:
- Visit at ctet.nic.in
- On homepage, click on the ‘Apply for CTET 2026’ link.
- Click on ‘New Registration’
- Go through the details, click on acknowledgement and proceed
- Register by entering in the required details
- Fill out CTET application form: personal information, contact details and educational details
- Upload documents
- Pay CTET application fee
- Submit and save confirmation page
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LIVE UPDATE
CTET Application Form 2026 Last Date Live Updates
- 11:28 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 1: LIVE
CTET Subjects
Number of Questions
Total 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
- 10:30 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
Is CTET 2026 application form released?
The authority released the CTET 2026 Application Form along with the official notification on May 11, 2026 for the September session. The application link was active from May 11 to June 10 (11:59 PM).
- 9:35 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
What is the mode of CTET exam 2026?
The CTET 2026 exam will be conducted in offline Pen-and-Paper (OMR-based) mode on September 6, 2026.
- 9:09 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
What is the fee for CTET 2026?
Category
Fee for One Paper (in INR)
Fee for Two Papers (in INR)
General/OBC
1,000
1,200
SC/ST/Differently Abled Person
500
600
- 8:39 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
Syllabus of CTET Paper 2 2026 Highlights
CTET Subjects
CTET Important Topics
Child Development and Pedagogy
Child Development, Learning and Pedagogy
Language-I
Comprehension, Pedagogy of Language Development
Language-II
Comprehension, Pedagogy of Language Development
Mathematics
Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration
Science
Food, Materials, Natural Phenomena, Natural Resources
- 8:18 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 Exam Live Updates: Timings
The CTET exam is conducted in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The shift 1 is held from 9:30 am to 12 noon and Shift 2 from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Candidates get to know the allotted CTET shift timing through their admit cards.
- 7:44 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
CTET Syllabus 2026 Paper 1 Highlights
CTET Subjects
CTET Important Topics
Child Development and Pedagogy
Child Development, Learning and Pedagogy
Language-I
Comprehension, Pedagogy of Language Development
Language-II
Comprehension, Pedagogy of Language Development
Mathematics
Geometry, Shapes & Spatial Understanding, Solids around Us, Numbers, Addition and Subtraction, Multiplication, Division
Environmental Studies
Family and Friends, Food, Shelter, Water, Travel
- 7:11 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
What is CTET Paper 2 Pattern 2026?
CTET Subjects
Number of Questions
Total Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy (compulsory)
30
30
Language-I (compulsory)
30
30
Language-II (compulsory)
30
30
Mathematics and Science OR Social Studies/ Social Science
60
60
Total
150
150
- 6:33 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
Is 82 marks qualified for CTET?
Yes. A candidate securing 82 marks in the CTET qualifies the exam but he or she belongs to a reserved category (OBC, SC, ST, PwD).
- 6:09 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
Is CTET very difficult?
No. The CTET exam is considered generally as easy to moderate. It is not considered extremely tough. Important for a candidate is to have conceptual understanding, focused preparation, frequent revision, etc.
- Valid Email ID.
- Mobile number.
- Details about identity proof- Passport/Aadhaar card/voter ID/ration card.
- Scanned images of the candidates photograph and signature as per the specified format.
- Class 10 and 12 educational details.
- Debit or credit card/net banking details.
- 5:37 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
Will the last date to apply for the CTET 2026 be extended?
The authority extended the last date to apply for the CTET Sep session 2026. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 5:06 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
How To Apply For CTET Exam 2026?
Candidates can fill out the CTET online form by checking these methods as mentioned below:
- Visit at ctet.nic.in
- On homepage, click on the ‘Apply for CTET 2026’ link.
- Click on ‘New Registration’
- Go through the details, click on acknowledgement and proceed
- Register by entering in the required details
- Fill out CTET application form: personal information, contact details and educational details
- Upload documents
- Pay CTET application fee
- Submit and save confirmation page
- 4:10 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
What is the CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 1?
CTET Subjects
Number of Questions
Total 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
- 3:36 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
CTET Application Form 2026 Last Date Live Updates: Paper 2 Subjects
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language-I
- Language-II
- Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Science
- 3:08 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
CTET Application 2026 Live Updates: Paper 1 Subjects
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language-I
- Language-II
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
- 2:21 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern: Total Questions
A total of 150 questions are asked in CTET exam for each paper- 1 and 2.
- 1:34 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
What is the duration of the CTET 2026 exam?
The exam duration for CTET is 2 hours 30 minutes.
- 12:56 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
How To Apply For CTET Exam 2026?
- Visit at ctet.nic.in
- On homepage, click on the ‘Apply for CTET 2026’ link.
- Click on ‘New Registration’
- Go through the details, click on acknowledgement and proceed
- Register by entering in the required details
- Fill out CTET application form: personal information, contact details and educational details
- Upload documents
- Pay CTET application fee
- Submit and save confirmation page
- 12:34 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
What was the last date to apply for the CTET 2026 September session?
The last date to apply was June 10 for the September session.
- 12:06 AM IST• 11 Jun 2026
Is CTET 2026 Application Process for September session closed?
Yes, the CBSE Closed the application window for the CTET 2026 September session. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 11:56 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
Documents Required for CTET Application 2026
- Phone number
- Email ID
- Scanned photograph
- Scanned signature
- Photo ID Proof
- Debit/ Credit card or UPI
- 11:28 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
What is the CTET Full Form?
CTET stands for Central Teacher Eligibility Test.
- 11:03 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET Application Fee 2026
Category
Fee for One Paper
Fee for Two Papers
General/ OBC
1,000
1,200
SC/ ST/Differently Abled Person
500
600
- 10:39 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
What is the CTET Exam Pattern for Paper 1?
CTET Subjects
Number of Questions
Total 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
- 10:06 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 Live Updates: Details Required for Registration
Name Mother's name Father's name Identity type Date of birth Gender Identification number Complete address with pincode Email ID Security answer Security question Mobile number Password - 9:26 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
What is the last date to apply for the CTET exam 2026?
The last date to apply for the CTET 2026 exam is June 10 (11:59 PM).
- 9:05 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
Is there any announcement regarding the last date to apply extended or not?
Till now, Commission has not announced regarding the extension of the deadline to apply for the CTET exam. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 8:27 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 Live Updates: Exam Duration
The exam duration for CTET is 2 hours 30 minutes.
- 8:05 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern: Total Questions
A total of 150 questions are asked in CTET exam for each paper- 1 and 2.
- 7:35 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 Application Form LIVE: At what time candidates can apply today?
The last date to apply for the CTET Sep session is June 10, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
- 7:03 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 Application Form LIVE: Exam Mode
The CTET 2026 exam will be held offline in pen and paper mode.
- 6:34 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET 2026 last date to apply LIVE
The CTET 2026 last date to apply for the September session is June 10.
- 6:04 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET Application 2026 Live Updates: Paper 1 Subjects
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language-I
- Language-II
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
- 5:34 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET Application Form 2026 Live Updates: Paper 2 Subjects
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language-I
- Language-II
- Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Science
- 5:17 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
CTET Application Fees 2026
Candidates who want to apply for CTET 2026 can check the exam application fee below:
Category
Only for Paper 1 or Paper 2
For both Paper 1 & Paper 2
General / OBC (NCL)
INR 1000 + GST
INR 1200 + GST
SC/ST/Differently Abled Person
INR 500 + GST
INR 600 + GST
- 4:24 PM IST• 10 Jun 2026
Is the CTET Application 2026 last date to apply extended?
No. The CTET last date to apply has not been extended yet. There is no such oficial announcement. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
Commonly asked questions
The CTET exam fee is different for General and Reserved category candidates. General candidates need to pay INR 1,000 for one paper and INR 1,200 for two papers. Reserved category such as SC, ST, OBC and others need to pay INR 500 for one paper and INR 600 for both papers.
Commonly asked questions
Candidates need the documents shared below while filling out the CTET application form:
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