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CTET is a national-level teacher eligibility exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for candidates who wish to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in central government schools such as KVS, NVS, and other institutions that accept CTET scores.

Next Exam

Message: The 22nd edition of the CTET exam (originally scheduled for September 6, 2026) has been postponed following a Supreme Court directive. The revised exam date will be announced soon by the CBSE.

Registration

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Open Date: 25 August 2026
Close Date: 1 September 2026
Message: The reopened online application window for the CTET September 2026 session was open from August 25 to September 1, 2026, and is now closed.
Official Websites:
https://ctet.nic.in

Result & Answer Key

Message: The results for the CTET September 2026 session are pending and will be officially announced after the postponed exam is conducted.

Latest Updates & News

CTET September 2026 Application Window Closed

The online registration portal for the CTET September 2026 session officially closed on September 1, 2026. This reopened window was initiated by CBSE following a Supreme Court directive.

CBSE Postpones CTET September 2026 Exam

CBSE has postponed the CTET September 2026 exam, which was originally scheduled to take place on September 6, 2026. The revised exam schedule will be announced soon.

CBSE Reopens CTET September 2026 Registration

Under a directive from the Supreme Court, CBSE reopened the application form portal for the 22nd edition of the CTET from August 25 to September 1, 2026, to allow left-out candidates a chance to apply.

CTET February 2026 Exam Result Declared

The Central Board of Secondary Education declared the official results for the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026.

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Eligibility

CTET Paper I (Classes I-V )

  • Senior Secondary (50%) + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) OR
  • Senior Secondary (45%) + 2-year D.El.Ed. (as per NCTE regulations)
  • Senior Secondary (50%) + 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.)
  • Senior Secondary (50%) + 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
  • Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed.

CTET Paper II (Classes VI- VIII)

  • Graduation + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.)
  • Graduation (50%) + 1-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
  • Graduation (45%) + 1-year B.Ed. (as per NCTE regulations)
  • Senior Secondary (50%) + 4-year B.A.Ed. / B.Sc.Ed.
  • Graduation (50%) + 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
  • Postgraduate (55%) + 3-year Integrated B.Ed.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: No specific minimum age prescribed (must satisfy the required educational qualification).
  • Maximum Age: No upper age limit.

Paper Pattern

Paper 1

150 Question
150 MM
150 min Duration
MCQ Type

Paper 2

150 Question
150 MM
150 min Duration
MCQ Type
Available in multiple languages as notified by CBSE Candidates may appear for Paper I, Paper II, or both, depending on the classes they wish to teach. 4 options per question with one correct answer No Negative Marking
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Complete Syllabus Breakdown

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CTET Paper 1 Syllabus

Child Development & Pedagogy
  • Child Development (Primary School Child)
  • Concept of Inclusive Education
  • Learning and Pedagogy
Language I & II
  • Reading Comprehension & Grammar & Vocabulary
  • Language Skills & Pedagogy of Language Development
Mathematics
  • Numbers , Addition , Subtraction , Multiplication & Division
  • Geometry , Measurement & Data Handling
  • Patterns & Mathematics Pedagogy
Environmental Studies (EVS)
  • Family and Friends
  • Food , Shelter , Water ,Travel
  • Things We Make and Do
  • Environmental Studies Pedagogy

CTET Paper II Syllabus

Child Development & Pedagogy
  • Child Development (Elementary School Child)
  • Concept of Inclusive Education
  • Learning and Pedagogy
Language I & II
  • Reading Comprehension , Grammar & Vocabulary
  • Language Skills , Pedagogy of Language Development
Mathematics (For Mathematics Teachers)
  • Number System , Algebra , Geometry
  • Mensuration , Data Handling
Science (For Science Teachers)
  • Food , Materials ,The World of the Living
  • Natural Phenomena , Natural Resources
Pedagogy
  • Nature of Mathematics & Science
  • Learning and Assessment
  • Problem Solving
Social Studies / Social Science (For Social Science Teachers)
  • History , Geography
  • Social & Political Life
  • Economics , Pedagogical Issues
Fees
Completed
Category
Fee (INR)
General / OBC (NCL) / EWS - Single Paper (Paper I or II)
₹1,000
General / OBC (NCL) / EWS - Both Papers (Paper I & II)
₹1,200
SC / ST / Differently Abled Person - Single Paper (Paper I or II)
₹500
SC / ST / Differently Abled Person - Both Papers (Paper I & II)
₹600
Payment Mode
Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, and Net Banking
Cut Offs
Year: 2026
Category
Cut Off
General (UR)
90 out of 150 (60%)
Other Backward Class (OBC)
82 out of 150 (55%)
Scheduled Caste (SC)
82 out of 150 (55%)
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
82 out of 150 (55%)
Differently Abled (PwD)
82 out of 150 (55%)