The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET September 2026 Notification on the official portal. Candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in central government schools can now submit the online application form through the official website.
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is one of the most important teaching eligibility examinations in India. Qualified candidates become eligible for recruitment in schools like Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya, and other CBSE-affiliated institutions.
According to the latest update, the CTET September 2026 registration process has started from 11 May 2026. This year, CBSE has also introduced an important change regarding examination city selection.
CTET September 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education |
| Session | September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Papers | Paper 1 & Paper 2 |
| Official Website | CTET Portal |
| Qualification Validity | Lifetime |
| Exam Level | National Level |
CTET September 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 (Expected) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | August 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date | 6 September 2026 (Expected) |
| Result Date | October 2026 |
The registration window for CTET September 2026 has officially opened today.
CTET September 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the educational qualification criteria before applying.
For CTET Paper 1 (Classes 1 to 5)
Candidates should have:
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and Diploma in Elementary Education
OR - Senior Secondary with 45% marks and D.El.Ed as per NCTE norms
OR - Graduation with D.El.Ed/B.Ed qualification
For CTET Paper 2 (Classes 6 to 8)
Candidates should have:
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed
OR - Graduation with D.El.Ed qualification
Candidates appearing in the final year of teacher training courses are also eligible to apply.
CTET September 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
Payment can be made through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Important Change in CTET 2026
CBSE has announced that candidates will not be allowed to select their preferred examination city during the application process. Examination centers will be allotted by the board itself.
This is considered one of the biggest updates in the September 2026 session.
CTET September 2026 Exam Pattern
CTET Paper 1 Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
CTET Paper 2 Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Each question carries 1 mark
- No negative marking
- Exam duration: 2.5 Hours
CTET September 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus includes topics from:
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
- Science
- Social Science
- Language Comprehension
- Teaching Methodology
Candidates should prepare according to the latest NCERT curriculum and previous year CTET question papers.
How to Apply for CTET September 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to submit the application form:
- Visit the official website at CTET Official Portal
- Click on “CTET September 2026 Apply Online”
- Complete registration using mobile number and email ID
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download the confirmation page
Candidates are advised to keep scanned documents ready before filling the form.
Documents Required for CTET Form
Applicants need the following documents:
- Passport size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
- Mobile number and email ID
CTET Certificate Validity
The CTET eligibility certificate remains valid for a lifetime for all categories. Candidates can appear multiple times to improve their scores.
CTET Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 82 out of 150 |
Why CTET is Important?
CTET qualification is mandatory for teaching recruitment in many central government schools and several state government schools. It also improves chances for:
- KVS Recruitment
- NVS Recruitment
- DSSSB Teacher Vacancy
- State TET-based recruitments
- Private CBSE schools
Important Links
| CTET September 2026 Notice PDF | Short Notice |
| CTET September 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| CTET September 2026 Online Form (Soon) | Apply Online |
| CTET Official Website | CTET |
CTET September 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- CTET Written Examination
- CTET Certificate Qualification
- Teacher Recruitment Process by Respective Schools/Departments
CTET only provides eligibility for teacher recruitment.
CTET September 2026 Official Notification PDF
CBSE is expected to release the detailed information bulletin shortly on the official website containing complete eligibility, syllabus, languages, and instructions.
FAQs
Q1. When did the CTET September 2026 application process start?
The online application process started on 11 May 2026.
Q2. What is the expected CTET September 2026 exam date?
The examination is expected to be conducted on 6 September 2026.
Q3. What is the official website for CTET 2026?
Candidates can apply through CTET Official Website
Q4. Is there negative marking in CTET?
No, CTET does not have negative marking.
Q5. Can candidates choose the exam city in CTET 2026?
No, candidates cannot select examination cities this year.
Q6. What is the validity of the CTET certificate?
The CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime.
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