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

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for CTET February 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online for Paper-I (Primary Level) and Paper-II (Elementary Level). The exam will be conducted on 08 February 2026.

Overview

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

For Paper-I (Classes I to V)

Any one of the following:

• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed
• Senior Secondary with 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed (NCTE norms)
• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed
• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Special Education
• Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed

For Paper-II (Classes VI to VIII)

Any one of the following:

• Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed
• Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed
• Graduation with 45% marks + B.Ed (NCTE norms)
• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed
• Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed (Special Education)

CTET Exam Pattern 2026

Paper-I (Primary Stage: Classes I–V)

Duration: 2.5 hours

Paper-II (Elementary Stage: Classes VI–VIII)

Duration: 2.5 hours

Application Fee

How to Apply for CTET February 2026

1. Visit the official website: https://ctet.nic.in
2. Click “Apply Online – CTET February 2026”
3. Register using email & mobile number
4. Fill the online application form
5. Upload scanned documents
6. Pay the application fee
7. Submit the form and download confirmation page

CTET Certificate Validity

• CTET Certificate validity: Lifetime
• CTET eligibility is applicable for recruitment in:
  • Kendriya Vidyalaya
  • Navodaya Vidyalaya
  • Central Government Schools
  • State Government Schools (where CTET is accepted)
  • Private Schools

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. When will CTET February 2026 be conducted?

08 February 2026 (Sunday).

2. What is the last date to apply?

18 December 2025 (11:59 PM).

3. Can a candidate apply for both papers?

Yes, if eligible.

4. Is CTET certificate valid for lifetime?

Yes.

5. What is the mode of exam?

Offline OMR-based exam.