CBSE CTET Notification 2026 – Apply Online for CTET September Exam
As per the official notification, the 22nd edition of CTET will be conducted on 06 September 2026 across various exam centres in India. The examination will be held in 27 languages in 132 cities nationwide.
Candidates from Assam can appear for the examination at centres located in Dibrugarh, Guwahati, and Silchar.
CBSE CTET 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Edition | 22nd Edition |
| Conducting Board | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
Important Dates of CTET 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 to 18 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Two days before exam |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Expected by October 2026 |
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
For Classes I to V (Primary Stage)
➤Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.➤Senior Secondary with 45% marks and passed/appearing in Diploma in Elementary Education as per NCTE Regulations 2002.
➤Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed/appearing in 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
➤Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed/appearing in Diploma in Education (Special Education).
➤Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed qualification from an NCTE-recognized institution.
For Classes VI to VIII (Elementary Stage)
➤Graduation and passed/appearing in 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.➤Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 1-year B.Ed.
➤Graduation with at least 45% marks and B.Ed as per NCTE norms.
➤Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed/appearing in 4-year B.El.Ed.
➤Senior Secondary with 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed.
➤Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed (Special Education).
For detailed eligibility criteria, candidates may visit the official NCTE website.
CTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL | ₹1000/- | ₹1200/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500/- | ₹600/- |
Payment Mode
➤Debit Card➤Credit Card
➤Net Banking
➤UPI
CTET 2026 Exam Centres in Assam
➤Dibrugarh➤Guwahati
➤Silchar
How to Apply for CTET 2026?
➤Visit the official CTET portal.➤Click on the “Apply Online” link.
➤Complete the registration process.
➤Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
➤Upload passport-size photograph and signature.
➤Pay the application fee online.
➤Submit the application form.
➤Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Documents Required for CTET Online Application
➤Passport-size Photograph➤Signature
➤Educational Certificates
➤Identity Proof
➤Category Certificate (if applicable)
CTET 2026 Admit Card
The CTET Admit Card 2026 will be released approximately two days before the examination date on the official website. Candidates can download it using their application number and date of birth.
CTET Certificate Validity
The CTET eligibility certificate will remain valid for a lifetime for all categories.
Important Web Links of CTET Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Apply Online |
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Information Bulletin | View Bulletin |
| CTET Guide Book | Download Guide Book |
| Previous Year Question Papers | View Question Papers |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
FAQs – CTET September 2026
1. What is the CTET 2026 exam date?
The CTET September 2026 examination will be conducted on 06 September 2026.
2. What is the last date to apply for CTET 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 10 June 2026.
3. What is the validity of the CTET certificate?
The CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime.
4. What is the mode of CTET examination?
The CTET exam will be conducted in offline mode.