The Central Teacher Eligibility Test February 2026 notification has been released by the Central Board of Secondary Education. Candidates who want to become teachers for Class I–VIII in government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, and other central schools must qualify the CTET exam.
CTET February 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Papers | Paper I & Paper II |
| Category | Teacher Eligibility Test |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 December 2025 |
| Correction Date | 23 – 26 December 2025 |
| Complete Form / Submit Date | 27 – 30 December 2025 |
| CTET Exam Date | 07 – 08 February 2026 |
| Exam City Available | 23 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | 05 February 2026 |
| Answer Key | 12 March 2026 |
| Objection Last Date | 15 March 2026 |
Educational Qualification
Paper I (Class I to V Teacher)
Candidates must have:
- Senior Secondary (12th) with at least 50% marks and
- D.El.Ed / BTC / B.El.Ed / B.Ed qualification.
Paper II (Class VI to VIII Teacher)
Candidates must have:
- Bachelor’s Degree and
- B.Ed / D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed
Qualification rules follow guidelines of National Council for Teacher Education.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: No Upper Age Limit
Anyone meeting the qualification can apply.
Application Fee (Expected)
| Category | Paper I or II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹500 | ₹600 |
CTET Exam Pattern
Paper I (Primary Teacher)
| 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 Questions – 150 Marks
Paper II (Upper Primary Teacher)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
Total: 150 Questions – 150 Marks
✔ CTET Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 90 / 150 (60%) |
| SC / ST / OBC | 82 / 150 (55%) |
After qualifying Central Teacher Eligibility Test, candidates become eligible to apply for teacher jobs in central government schools.
Required Documents
- 10th Marksheet
- 12th Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate
- Teacher Training Certificate
- Photo & Signature
- Identity Proof
How to Apply
Visit the official website of Central Board of Secondary Education.
Click on CTET February 2026 Apply Online.
Complete the registration process.
Fill the online application form carefully.
Upload photo and signature.
Pay the application fee.
Submit the form and print the confirmation page.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Register For Result | Click HereLink Activate Soon |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Objection Notice | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Re-Exam Notice For Two Centre | Click Here |
| Check Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Schedule Notice | Click Here |
| Check Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Complete Submit Form (Re-Open) | Click Here |
| Check Submit Form Notice | Click Here |
| Online Correction | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| CTET February Notification | Click Here |
| CTET Official Website | Click Here |