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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

announced
Date: 12 December 2026
Message: The 22nd edition of CTET (September 2026 cycle) examination is scheduled to be conducted on December 12 and 13, 2026.

Registration

completed
Open Date: 11 May 2026
Close Date: 10 June 2026
Message: Online application process for CTET 2026 (22nd edition) is completed.
Official Websites:
https://ctet.nic.in

Result & Answer Key

Message: Result for CTET 2026 (22nd edition) will be declared after the exam is conducted in December 2026.
Answer Key Download Url: https://ctet.nic.in

Latest Updates & News

CTET 22nd Edition Exam Scheduled for December 12 and 13, 2026

CBSE released a public notice announcing revised exam dates for the 22nd edition of CTET, which will now be held on December 12 and 13, 2026 in offline OMR mode.

CTET Correction Window Closed on September 10, 2026

The application correction facility for candidates who registered for CTET 2026 closed on September 10, 2026 on the official CTET portal.

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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

Click on individual units below to reveal the specific topics and underlying concepts.

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
Timeline
28 November 2026
ANNOUNCED
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CTET Exam City Intimation Slip Release

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28 November 2026
10 December 2026
ANNOUNCED
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CTET Admit Card Release

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10 December 2026
12 December 2026
ANNOUNCED
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CTET 22nd Edition Examination

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12 December 2026
Fees
Completed
Category
Fee (INR)
General / OBC (NCL) - Only Paper I or II
₹1,000
General / OBC (NCL) - Both Paper I & II
₹1,200
SC / ST / Differently Abled Person - Only Paper I or II
₹500
SC / ST / Differently Abled Person - Both Paper I & II
₹600
Payment Mode
Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
Cut Offs
Year: 2026
Category
Cut Off
General
60% (90 out of 150 marks)
OBC / SC / ST / PwD
55% (82 out of 150 marks)