CTET February 2026 Notification – Apply Online for CBSE Teacher Eligibility Test

CTET February 2026 Notification – Apply Online for Central Teacher Eligibility Test

📢 Exam Alert (CBSE):
• Exam Name: Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)
• Edition: 21st Edition (Feb 2026)
• Exam Date: February 08, 2026
• Valid For: Lifetime
• Last Date: December 18, 2025 (Closing Soon!)

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the 21st Edition of Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) to be held on 08th February 2026. Candidates aspiring to become teachers in Central Government Schools (KVS, NVS, etc.) must qualify this exam.

The online application process is currently ACTIVE and will close on 18th December 2025. Interested candidates are advised to apply immediately.

1. Application Fee

Category	Only Paper I or II	Both Papers (I & II)
General / OBC (NCL)	₹ 1,000/-	₹ 1,200/-
SC / ST / PwD	₹ 500/-	₹ 600/-
Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit/Net Banking)

2. Eligibility Criteria (As per NCTE)

• For Paper I (Classes I to V):
  • Senior Secondary (12th) with 50% marks + Passed/Appearing in D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education).
  • OR Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed (Bachelor of Education).
• For Paper II (Classes VI to VIII):
  • Graduation + Passed/Appearing in D.El.Ed / B.Ed.
  • OR Senior Secondary (12th) + 4-Year B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed.

3. Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen & Paper)
• Total Marks: 150 Marks (150 MCQs)
• Duration: 2.5 Hours
• Negative Marking: No Negative Marking

4. Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 27 November 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 18 December 2025
• Date of Exam: 08 February 2026 (Sunday)

5. Important Web-Links

📄 Download Information Bulletin 🌐 Official Website

🚀 Apply Online (Link Active)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the last date to apply for CTET Feb 2026?

The last date is 18 December 2025.

When is the CTET 2026 Exam Date?

The exam will be conducted on 08 February 2026.

Is there negative marking in CTET?

No, there is No Negative Marking.