CTET September Exam Date 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the exam dates for the CTET September Exam Date 2026 (22nd Edition of Central Teacher Eligibility Test). The nationwide examination will be held on 12 – 13 December 2026 in two shifts for Paper-I (Class 1 to 5) and Paper-II (Class 6 to 8). Candidates who completed registration can check the exam date notice and access candidate portal login using the direct links provided below.
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CTET September Exam Date 2026: Overview
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET September 2026 – 22nd Edition) |
| Levels of Exam | Paper-I (Primary: Class 1–5) & Paper-II (Upper Primary: Class 6–8) |
| Status | CTET September Exam Date 2026 Released |
| Examination Dates | 12 – 13 December 2026 |
| Examination Mode | Offline OMR Pen-Paper Mode |
| Official Candidate Portal | ctet.nic.in |
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 11 May 2026
- Online Application Last Date: 10 June 2026
- Re-Open Application Start Date: 25 August 2026
- Re-Open Application Last Date: 01 September 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 01 September 2026
- Application Correction Window: 07 – 10 September 2026
- CTET Exam Dates: 12 – 13 December 2026
- City Intimation Slip: Last Week of November 2026
- Admit Card Release Date: 2 Days Before Exam
- Result Declaration Date: Will Be Updated Here Soon
Application Fee & Payment Details
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Papers (Paper I & II) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹ 1000/- | ₹ 1200/- |
| SC / ST / Divyang (PwD) | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 600/- |
Payment Modes: Online transaction through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI via Syndicate/Canara Bank payment gateway.
CTET September 2026: Eligibility Criteria
| Paper / Level | Educational Qualification Requirements |
|---|---|
| Level-1: Primary Stage (Class 1 to 5) | • Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks + Passed or appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed. • Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed (NCTE norms). • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed, OR 2-year Diploma in Special Education. • Graduation with at least 50% marks + Passed/appearing in B.Ed, OR Post-Graduation with 55% marks + 3-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. |
| Level-2: Elementary Stage (Class 6 to 8) | • Graduation + Passed or appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed. • Graduation with at least 50% marks + Passed/appearing in 1-year/2-year B.Ed or B.Ed Special Education. • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed, OR 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed / B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed. • Post-Graduation with at least 55% marks + 3-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. |
Age Limit Criteria
- Age Limit: No Age Limit. Candidates of any age fulfilling the educational criteria can apply for CTET 2026.
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CTET Exam Pattern & Qualifying Marks
The CTET September Exam Date 2026 evaluation is based entirely on the written test:
- Structure of Test: Both Paper-I and Paper-II contain 150 objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 150 marks with a duration of 2.5 hours (150 minutes). There is no negative marking.
- Qualifying Criteria: Candidates scoring 60% marks (90 out of 150) for General category, and 55% marks (82 out of 150) for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories are declared CTET qualified.
- Certificate Validity: The CTET Qualifying Certificate is valid for a lifetime across all central schools (KVS, NVS, Army Schools) and UT schools.
How to Check CTET September Exam Date 2026 Notice
- Visit the official candidate portal at ctet.nic.in.
- Under the “Public Notices” section, click on the notice titled Exam Dates for 22nd Edition of CTET.
- Download and open the official PDF circular issued by CBSE.
- Check your scheduled paper date (12 or 13 December 2026), shifts, and reporting timing guidelines.
- Keep your Application Number ready to download the Pre-Admit Card (City Intimation Slip) prior to the examination.
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CTET September Exam Date 2026: Useful Direct Links
| Check Official Exam Date Notice (PDF) | Download Notice |
| Candidate Portal (Registration / Login) | Candidate Login |
| Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Download Syllabus |
| Download Official Information Bulletin | Information Bulletin |
| CTET Official Portal | ctet.nic.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the exam date for CTET September 2026?
Ans: The CTET September 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on 12 – 13 December 2026.
Q2: How many papers are conducted in the CTET examination?
Ans: Two papers are conducted: Paper-I for candidates aspiring to teach Classes 1 to 5, and Paper-II for Classes 6 to 8.
Q3: Is there any negative marking in the CTET examination?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking for incorrect responses in CTET.
Q4: Where can candidates log in to check their application and admit card?
Ans: Candidates can log in through the direct NIC examination portal at examinationservices.nic.in or via ctet.nic.in.
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