The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 examination. Interested candidates can apply online from 11 May 2026 to 10 June 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 тАУ 18 June 2026 |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC | тВ╣1200/- |
| SC / ST / PWD | тВ╣600/- |
CTET 2026 Overview
The CTET exam is conducted by CBSE for candidates who want to become teachers in central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya, and other CBSE-affiliated schools. The exam is conducted in two papers:
- Paper-I: For Classes 1 to 5
- Paper-II: For Classes 6 to 8
Candidates who wish to teach Classes 1 to 8 can apply for both papers.
CTET September 2026 Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit |
| As Per | CBSE Rules |
CTET September 2026 Eligibility Details
| Level | Eligibility Criteria |
| Level-1 (Class 1тАУ5) | Candidates must have passed 12th and possess D.El.Ed / JBT / B.El.Ed / B.Ed qualification. |
| Level-2 (Class 6тАУ8) | Candidates must have a Graduation Degree along with B.Ed or B.El.Ed qualification. |
Important links
| CTET Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
FAQ For this post
What is the starting date to apply for CTET September 2026?
The online application process for CTET September 2026 started on 11 May 2026.
What is the last date to submit the CTET 2026 application form?
Candidates can apply online until 10 June 2026.
What is the exam date for CTET September 2026?
The CTET September 2026 examination will be conducted on 06 September 2026.
What is the eligibility for CTET Paper-I and Paper-II?
For Paper-I (Class 1тАУ5), candidates must have passed 12th with D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed / B.Ed qualification.
For Paper-II (Class 6тАУ8), candidates must have a graduation degree along with B.Ed / B.El.Ed qualification.
Is there any age limit for CTET September 2026?
No, there is no age limit for applying to the CTET September 2026 examination as per CBSE rules.