CTET 2026 Application Form Released – Apply Online for September Session
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET September 2026 Notification on its official website. Candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in Central Government and CBSE-affiliated schools can now submit their online application forms for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026.
The online registration process has started from 11 May 2026, and interested candidates can apply till 10 June 2026 through the official CTET portal. The CTET September 2026 Examination is scheduled to be conducted on 06 September 2026 across various exam centers in India.
CTET 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Body | CBSE |
| Session | September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
CTET is conducted for two papers:
Paper 1
For candidates who wish to teach Classes 1 to 5.
Paper 2
For candidates who wish to teach Classes 6 to 8.
Candidates must have completed Senior Secondary, Graduation, Diploma in Elementary Education, or B.Ed. qualification as per CBSE and NCTE guidelines. Applicants are advised to check the detailed eligibility criteria before submitting the application form.
CTET 2026 Application Fee
The application fee varies according to category and number of papers selected. Candidates applying for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 need to pay a higher fee compared to a single paper application.
Payment can be made online through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
How to Apply for CTET 2026
Candidates can follow these simple steps to complete the registration process:
- Visit the official CTET website
- Click on “CTET September 2026 Registration”
- Complete the registration process
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application form and download confirmation page
Exam Pattern
CTET consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 carry:
- 150 Questions
- 150 Marks
- No negative marking
The exam includes subjects such as:
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Language I
- Language II
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies / Science / Social Studies
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Apply before the last date to avoid server issues
- Use active mobile number and email ID during registration
- Keep scanned documents ready before applying
- Verify all details carefully before final submission
- Download and save the confirmation page for future use
Official Website
