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ABHAY ANAND
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New Delhi, Updated on Oct 31, 2025 16:31 IST
CTET 2026 exam will be held on February 8, 2025 in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 exam is for Classes 1 to 5, and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8.

CBSE is expected to release CTET February 2026 notification soon

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release CTET February 2026 notification soon on its official website, ctet.nic.in. Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) exam is conducted twice a year for candidates aspiring to teach classes 1 to 8 in central and state government run schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas.

Once CTET 2026 application form is released, candidates can register online, fill in their details, upload documents, and pay the application fee through the official portal. CTET February 2026 exam will be held in offline mode (OMR-based) at various examination centres across India.

CTET 2026 will be held on February 8, 2025 in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 exam is for Classes 1 to 5, and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8.

Steps to Apply for CTET 2026 Exam

Candidates will have go to official CBSE CTET website- visit https://ctet.nic.in.

Click on "Apply for CTET 2026" or "New Candidate Registration".

To Register enter your personal and contact details

Enter Application Number and password to access application

Fill the Application Form

Upload Required Documents

Upload a recent passport-size photograph and your signature in prescribed format and size.

Choose Exam Preferences

Select the paper(s) you wish to appear for and your preferred exam cities.

Pay the Application Fee

Review, Submit, and Save

Stay on this page for latest updates on CBSE CTET 2026 exam, including notification release date, application process, eligibility, syllabus, admit card, and other important information and also get other updates related to CTET February 2026 exam…

 

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  • 4:31 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET February 2026 – Who Can Apply

    Candidates who hold or are pursuing D.El.Ed, B.Ed, or equivalent teacher training degrees can apply for CTET 2026 February as per eligibility norms.

  • 3:59 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CBSE CTET Certificate Validity and Usage

    The CTET certificate has lifetime validity. It can be used for recruitment in KVS, NVS, and schools run by state governments that accept CTET scores.

  • 3:30 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Result Expected in March 2026

    The CTET February 2026 result is likely to be declared by March 2026. Candidates can check their scorecards and qualifying status at ctet.nic.in.

  • 3:00 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Form Correction Facility

    After registration closes, CBSE will open the CTET 2026 application correction window. Applicants can modify certain details like name, photograph, and exam city.

  • 2:30 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Application Form Expected This Week

    The CTET 2026 February application form is likely to be available this week. The CTET apply online link will be activated on the official website once the notification is out.
  • Q:   What is the CTET exam date 2026?
    A:

    The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the CTET exam date 2026. The 21st edition of the CTET exam will be conducted on February 8, 2026. The CBSE CTET Feb 2026 exam will be organised offline in pen and paper mode. The CTET notification 2026 is expected soon. 

    Q:   Will the CTET 2026 notification be released in October?
    A:

    The CTET 2026 notification is expected to 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-2026-exam-blogId-170985

    Q:   How can I check CTET exam city and date?
    A:

    Candidates can check the CTET exam city and date by downloading their pre-admit cards. The CBSE releases the CTET pre-admit card around 10 days before the exam. Candidates can access the CTET pre-admit card or exam city intimation slip by entering their application number and date of birth when it becomes available on the portal. On the other hand, the CTET admit card is released two days before the exam on the official website of the exam - ctet.nic.in informing the candidates about the allotted exam centre.

  • 2:00 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CBSE to Announce CTET February 2026 Notification Soon

    The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET 2026 notification for the February session shortly on ctet.nic.in. Candidates should keep their documents ready for registration.
  • 1:23 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Notification LIVE – Get February Exam Date, Application Process, Eligibility & Latest News

    The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET February 2026 notification soon on the official website – ctet.nic.in. The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is conducted twice a year for candidates aspiring to teach Classes 1 to 8 in central and state government schools.
  • 12:51 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Exam Cities and Centres

    The CBSE CTET 2026 exam will be conducted across several cities in India. Candidates can choose their preferred exam centre while filling the application form.

  • 12:28 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CBSE CTET 2026 Notification PDF to Include Important Dates

    The official CBSE CTET 2026 notification PDF will carry the complete schedule including registration, correction window, exam date, and result announcement.

  • 12:11 PM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Admit Card to Be Released in January

    The CTET 2026 admit card is expected to be released in January 2026. Candidates should download it using their registration number and date of birth.

  • 11:56 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CBSE CTET 2026 Application Fee Details

    CBSE will mention the CTET 2026 application fee for one and both papers in the official notice. Candidates can pay the fee through debit/credit card or net banking.

  • 11:35 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

    To apply for CTET February 2026, candidates must fulfil educational qualifications for Paper 1 (Classes 1–5) and Paper 2 (Classes 6–8), as per NCTE guidelines.

  • 11:15 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Exam: Paper 1 & Paper 2

    CTET 2026 exam will be conducted on February 8, 2025 in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 exam is for Classes 1 to 5, and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8.

  • 11:00 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Registration Link to be Available on ctet.nic.in

    Candidates will be able to access the CTET 2026 registration and form link directly from the CBSE portal. Ensure all entered details match your official records.

  • 10:46 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET February 2026 Exam Likely in February 2026

    As per updates, the CTET February 2026 exam is expected to be held in February 2026. The detailed CTET exam date 2026 will be confirmed through the notification.

  • 10:25 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CBSE CTET 2026: How to Apply Online?

    The process to fill CBSE CTET form is mentioned below:

    • Visit ctet.nic.in
    • Click on the 'Apply for CTET' link
    • Register for the exam
    • Fill out the form
    • Pay the exam fees
    • Submit and save confirmation page
  • 10:07 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CBSE to Announce CTET February 2026 Notification Soon

    The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET 2026 notification for the February session shortly on ctet.nic.in. Candidates should keep their documents ready for registration.

  • 10:07 AM IST31 Oct 2025

    CTET 2026 Application Form Expected This Week

    The CTET 2026 February application form is likely to be available this week. The CTET apply online link will be activated on the official website once the notification is out.

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