CTET February 2026 Notification News LIVE: Application Link, Eligibility, Exam Date & CBSE Updates
CBSE is likely to release the CTET February 2026 notification shortly. Once published, candidates can check the information brochure and apply online via ctet.nic.in.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) should put out the CTET February 2026 notice any day now on ctet.nic.in. Folks looking to teach kids in classes 1 through 8 can jump in once the sign-up link goes live.
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test for February 2026 will happen in person, using OMR sheets, at test spots all over India. That notice will spell out the exact dates, who's eligible, what topics to study, how the test is laid out, and the fee to apply.
CTET February 2026 Registration
To sign up for the CTET February 2026 test, head to ctet.nic.in and handle everything online. Start by entering your basic info to register, add your school and college background, pick your preferred test cities, scan in a photo and signature, then cough up the fee. Once you hit submit, grab a copy of the confirmation page and hold onto it.
Stay here for the latest on CTET 2026, from when the notice drops to start dates for signing up and the full test lineup.
LIVE UPDATE
CTET February 2026 Notification LIVE Updates
- 5:19 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
Documents Required for CTET Application
Keep ready: Class 10 certificate, B.Ed/D.El.Ed mark sheets, category certificate (if applicable), recent passport-size photo, and a scanned signature file.
 - 4:43 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
Tips to Fill CTET 2026 Form Without Errors
Use a stable internet connection, double-check spellings, and upload photos/signatures in the correct format. Avoid multiple registrations to prevent rejection.
 - 4:19 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
Check Official Website for Updates
CTET 2026 candidates are advised to visit ctet.nic.in regularly for official announcements regarding the notification, application form, and admit card release.
 - 3:34 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
CBSE to Announce Detailed CTET 2026 Schedule in Notification
The upcoming notification will mention the complete CTET 2026 timetable, including paper timings and exam-day instructions.
 - 2:57 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
CTET 2026 Admit Card to Release Around 10 Days Before Exam
CTET 2026 admit cards will likely be available about 10 days before the exam. Candidates can download them using their registration number and date of birth.
 - 2:25 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
No Change Expected in CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
CBSE is expected to retain the same CTET pattern, two papers with multiple-choice questions on Child Development, Languages, and Pedagogical concepts.
 - 1:30 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
CTET February 2026 Exam
Over 20 lakh candidates appeared for the July 2024 session. The CTET February test offers another chance for those seeking qualification or score improvement.
 - 12:48 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
CTET Certificate Valid for Lifetime
CTET Qualified candidates will receive a lifetime-validity certificate that can be used to apply for teaching positions in government and private schools across India.
 - 12:22 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
CTET 2026 Application Fee Structure to Remain Unchanged
CBSE is expected to retain the same fee of ₹1000 for one paper and ₹1200 for both for General/OBC candidates. SC/ST and PwD candidates will get concessions.
 - 12:02 PM IST• 4 Nov 2025
Eligibility Criteria for CTET 2026
Candidates must have completed or be pursuing a D.El.Ed or B.Ed course as per CBSE norms. Paper 1 is for Classes 1–5 and Paper 2 is for Classes 6–8.
 - 11:41 AM IST• 4 Nov 2025
CTET 2026 to Continue in Offline OMR Mode
CBSE will conduct the February 2026 CTET in pen-and-paper format using OMR sheets.
 - 11:18 AM IST• 4 Nov 2025
Exam Likely to be Conducted in February 2026
The CTET 2026 session is expected to be held in February 2026 in offline mode. The exact exam date will be confirmed through the official notification.
 - 11:02 AM IST• 4 Nov 2025
CTET February 2026 Notification Expected Soon
CBSE is likely to release the CTET February 2026 notification shortly. Once published, candidates can check the information brochure and apply online.
 - 11:02 AM IST• 4 Nov 2025
Application Link to be Activated on CTET Portal
The registration process for CTET 2026 will begin soon after the notification is issued. Applicants must fill in accurate details and upload documents as per CBSE guidelines.
 
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.
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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