Forgot CTET Application Number? Follow these steps to retrieve it

CTET 2026 admit card can be downloaded by using application number and password. However, in case candidates forget their CTET application number, then they can check steps here to retrieve it 

CTET Application Number? Follow these steps to retrieve it

CTET 2026: Central Board of Secondary Education has released CTET admit card 2026 for February exam at ctet.nic.in. Candidates who registered for CTET can now download their admit card by using their application number and password in login tab. However, many of them often face difficulty when they forget or misplace their application number. 

CBSE provides an easy online facility to retrieve CTET application number using basic details. CTET application number is important as it is needed to download admit card, check exam city details, and view result. Candidates are advised to retrieve it soon to avoid last minute issues.

Also Read: CTET Admit Card 2026 Released LIVE UPDATES

Why is CTET Application Number Important?

CTET application number is needed for 

• Downloading CTET admit card
• Checking exam date, shift and exam centre
• Accessing CTET result and scorecard

Without the application number, candidates cannot log in to official CTET portal.

How to Retrieve CTET Application Number? 

Candidates can follow these steps to retrieve their CTET application number 

• Go to CTET website.
• Click on link that says “Forgot Application Number” on login page.
• Enter all details.
• Submit details.
• CTET application number will be displayed on screen.

CBSE also sends the CTET application number to candidates’ registered email IDs and mobile numbers at the time of application submission. Candidates are advised to

• Check their inbox and spam folder
• Search old SMS messages related to CTET

Important Points for Candidates

• Make sure that details entered while retrieving CTET application number exactly match those provided during registration
• Keep application number safe until entire CTET process is completed
• In case of technical issues, candidates should contact  helpdesk through official website