CBSE has released the CTET September 2026 notification for candidates planning to appear for Paper I and Paper II. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official CTET website before 10 June 2026.
| Organization | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 |
| Exam Type | Eligibility Test |
| Papers | Paper I & Paper II |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹500 to ₹1200 |
| Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
About CTET September 2026
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is conducted by CBSE for candidates who want to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in Central Government schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other CBSE-affiliated institutions.
Paper I is meant for candidates planning to teach Classes I to V, while Paper II is for candidates intending to teach Classes VI to VIII. Candidates who want to teach both levels can appear in both papers.
Exam Details
Paper I (Classes I to V)
Applicable For: Primary Stage Teachers
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Total Questions: 150 MCQs
Total Marks: 150 Marks
Subjects Included:
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
- Language I
- Language II
Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)
Applicable For: Elementary Stage Teachers
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Total Questions: 150 MCQs
Total Marks: 150 Marks
Subjects Included:
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Mathematics & Science OR Social Science
- Language I
- Language II
Exam Mode: Offline (OMR Based)
Negative Marking: No Negative Marking
Languages Available:
CTET September 2026 will be conducted in 27 languages including Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, English, Hindi, Khasi, Garo, Manipuri, Nepali, Sanskrit, Urdu, and others.
👉 Candidates from Northeast India can choose regional languages such as Assamese, Bodo, Khasi, Garo, Bengali, and Manipuri.
Job seekers can also check our Assam government recruitment updates page for newly announced vacancies
Eligibility
Educational Qualification: For Paper I (Classes I to V), candidates should possess Senior Secondary qualification along with D.El.Ed, B.El.Ed, Diploma in Special Education, or equivalent qualification as per NCTE rules.
For Paper II (Classes VI to VIII), candidates should possess Graduation with B.Ed, D.El.Ed, B.Ed Special Education, B.A.Ed, B.Sc.Ed, or equivalent recognized qualification.
Candidates appearing in the final year of teacher education courses are also eligible to apply.
Reservation & Relaxation: Relaxation up to 5% in qualifying marks is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and Differently Abled candidates as per NCTE guidelines.
PwBD candidates can avail facilities including:
- Scribe/Reader assistance
- Additional compensatory time
- Large-font question paper for visually impaired candidates
Eligibility Note: Candidates should carefully check eligibility for Paper I and Paper II before submitting the online application form.
Job seekers can also check our Assam government recruitment updates page for newly announced vacancies.
Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or Paper II | Both Paper I & II |
| General / OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
Selection Process
CTET is an eligibility examination conducted through offline OMR-based test.
Candidates scoring:
- 60% or above marks will be considered CTET qualified.
The examination consists of multiple-choice questions with no negative marking.
👉 CTET qualification alone does not guarantee teacher recruitment.
👉 It is one of the eligibility conditions for teaching posts.
Job seekers searching for district-wise vacancies can also explore our Karbi Anglong jobs section.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15 June to 18 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Two Days Before Exam |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Result Declaration | October 2026 (Tentative) |
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official CTET portal.
- Visit the official CTET website
- Open CTET September 2026 application link
- Complete registration using personal details
- Fill educational qualification and paper details carefully
- Upload photograph and signature in prescribed format
- Pay the application fee through online mode
- Verify all entered details carefully before submission
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
👉 Candidates should use active mobile number and email ID during registration.
👉 Multiple applications submitted by the same candidate may lead to cancellation of candidature.
👉 Correction window will remain open from 15 June to 18 June 2026 only.
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Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
