CTET February 2026 Central Teacher Eligibility Test CTET Online Application Form
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 notification released for Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) and Level 2 (Class 6 to 8). Online applications started from 27 November 2025 and will close on 18 December 2025. Candidates interested can check eligibility, fee, age limit, and selection process.
Job Overview
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
CTET February 2026 Central Teacher Eligibility Test CTET Online Application Form
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18/12/2025
Important Dates
27/11/2025
18/12/2025
08/02/2026
2025-11-25
2025-12-18
As Per Schedule
February 2025
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Application Fee
Note: Pay the Examination Fee Through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking/ Pay Offline Through E-Challan.
Educational Qualification
12th
Minimum %: 50%
For CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) - Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
12th
Minimum %: 45%
For CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) - Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education as per NCTE 2002 Norms
12th
Minimum %: 50%
For CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) - Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed)
12th
Minimum %: 50%
For CTET Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) - Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
Graduate
For CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) - Bachelor’s Degree and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known).
Graduate
Minimum %: 50%
For CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) - Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed).
Graduate
Minimum %: 45%
For CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) - Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed), in accordance with the NCTE Norms.
12th
Minimum %: 50%
For CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) - Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4-year Bachelor’s in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
12th
Minimum %: 50%
For CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) - Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed.
Graduate
Minimum %: 50%
For CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) - Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed. / (B.Ed Special Education)
Graduate
For CTET Level 2 (Class 6 to 8) - Any candidate having a qualified B.Ed. A programme recognised by the NCTE is eligible to appear in TET/CTET.
Age Limit
Minimum Age
17 Years
Maximum Age
No Upper Age Limit
For more complete information, please read the CTET Notification 2025.
Selection Process
Stage 1
Written Exam
Stage 2
Merit List
Stage 3
Document Verification
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 | |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | |
| Language I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics & Science | 60 | 60 | |
| Social Studies & Social Science | 60 | 60 |
Total Marks: 150 (for each paper)
Syllabus
CTET Level 1: Child Development and Pedagogy
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CTET Level 1: Language I (compulsory)
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CTET Level 1: Language II (compulsory)
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CTET Level 1: Mathematics
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CTET Level 1: Environmental Studies
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CTET Level 2: Child Development and Pedagogy
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CTET Level 2: Language I (compulsory)
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CTET Level 2: Language II (compulsory)
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CTET Level 2: Mathematics & Science
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CTET Level 2: Social Studies & Social Science
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Additional Details
exam Duration Level1
2.5 Hours (150 Minutes)
exam Duration Level2
2.5 Hours (150 Minutes)
application Process
Candidates need to check the CTET Notification 2026 PDF, click on the Apply Online link, fill the online application form, upload required documents, pay application fees, and finally print the application form.