The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the CTET 2026 Online Form for the upcoming Central Teacher Eligibility Test. Candidates seeking eligibility for Primary (Class I–V) and Upper Primary (Class VI–VIII) teaching posts can now apply through the official CTET portal.
This article provides complete details including application dates, fees, eligibility, required documents, exam pattern, and direct links.
CTET 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Session | CTET 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Level | Primary & Upper Primary |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based Expected) |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CTET 2026 Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | January 2026 |
| Application Last Date | February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | February 2026 |
| Correction Window | February 2026 |
| CTET 2026 Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
CTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Paper I or II | Both Papers I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | 1000 | 1200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | 500 | 600 |
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
For Primary Teacher (Class 1–5)
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed/appearing in D.El.Ed
or - Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.El.Ed
or - Graduation and passed/appearing in D.El.Ed
For Upper Primary Teacher (Class 6–8)
- Graduation with 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.Ed
or - Graduation with D.El.Ed
or - Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.El.Ed (4 years)
CTET 2026 Required Documents
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 & 12 Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / DL)
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper I (Primary)
| 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 |
Paper II (Upper Primary)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
CTET 2026 Passing Marks
| Category | Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General | 60% |
| OBC / SC / ST / PwD | 55% |
CTET 2026 Selection Process
- Application Form Submission
- Admit Card
- Offline Examination (Paper 1 / Paper 2)
- Result
- Scorecard Issued
How to Apply for CTET 2026 Online Form
- Visit the official website ctet.nic.in
- Click on CTET 2026 Online Application Form
- Register with basic details
- Login and fill the full application
- Upload required documents
- Pay examination fee
- Submit and download the confirmation page
Important Links – CTET 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| CTET 2026 Online Form | Available Soon |
| CTET 2026 Notification PDF | Download Soon |
| CTET Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Apply Through sarkariresult.com.ar | Visit Here |
FAQ – CTET 2026 Online Form
Q1. When will CTET 2026 online form start?
The application process will begin in January 2026.
Q2. What is the exam mode of CTET 2026?
The exam is expected to be conducted in offline OMR mode.
Q3. What are the fees for CTET 2026?
For General/OBC: 1000 (Single Paper), 1200 (Both).
For SC/ST/PwD: 500 (Single), 600 (Both).
Q4. Who can apply for CTET Primary Level?
Candidates with Senior Secondary (50%) and D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed courses.
Q5. What is the validity of the CTET certificate?
CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime.