CTET Feb 2026 Notification OUT: Download PDF & Read This Before You Apply

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) – February 2026 for candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to VIII in schools across India, including KVS, NVS, central schools, and those accepting CTET scores.

The CTET Feb 2026 Notification & Information Bulletin has been officially released, and the online application process is now active at ctet.nic.in.

This article covers the exam pattern, eligibility, syllabus, application process, fees, dates, and important instructions every applicant must know.

CTET Feb 2026 Notification – Overview

Particular	Details
Exam Name	Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026
Conducting Body	Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Notification Release Date	27 November 2025 (as application starts same day)
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR based Pen–Paper Mode)
Papers	Paper-I (Class 1–5) & Paper-II (Class 6–8)
Official Website	ctet.nic.in

CTET Feb 2026 Important Dates

The schedule for the CTET Feb 2026 examination, as released by CBSE, is provided below.

Event	Dates
Online Application Begins	27 November 2025
Last Date to Apply	18 December 2025 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	18 December 2025 (11:59 PM)
Admit Card Download	To be notified on website
CTET Exam Date	08 February 2026 (Sunday)
Paper-II Timing	09:30 AM – 12:00 Noon
Paper-I Timing	02:30 PM – 05:00 PM

Download CTET Feb 2026 Notification PDF

The official CTET Feb 2026 notification PDF has been released by CBSE and contains all exam-related details, including eligibility, dates, syllabus, and instructions.

CTET February 2026 Notification PDF – Click to Download

CTET Feb 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before submitting the application form, candidates are required to meet the educational qualifications prescribed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).

Also See: CTET Eligibility February 2026: Check Minimum Qualifications for Paper 1 & Paper 2

Eligibility for Paper 1 (Classes 1-5)

Any one of the following qualifications is acceptable:

Senior Secondary (Class 12) with at least 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed)
Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE 2002 norms)
Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks + 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed)
Graduation with at least 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed
Graduation with at least 50% marks + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)
- Note: B.Ed holders must complete a 6-month Bridge Course in Elementary Education within 2 years of appointment
Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Special Education

Eligibility for Paper 2 (Classes 6-8)

Any one of the following qualifications is acceptable:

Graduation with at least 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed
Graduation with at least 50% marks + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)
Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed
Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks + 4-year B.A.Ed or B.Sc.Ed
Post-Graduation with at least 55% marks + 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed

Relaxation for Reserved Categories: Candidates from SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories get a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement.

Must Read: CTET February 2026 Eligibility Criteria: Detailed Coverage

Age Limit

CBSE has not set any upper age limit for CTET.
Minimum age: 18 years
(Final recruitment age conditions depend on the hiring authority.)

Also See: CTET Feb 2026 Required Documents + Photo/Signature Size

How to Apply for CTET Feb 2026

With the release of the notification, the online application process has begun on the official website. The steps involved are as follows:

Also See: CTET Feb 2026 Required Documents + Photo/Signature Size

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Go to ctet.nic.in and click on the "Apply for CTET Feb 2026" link.

Step 2: New Registration

Click “New Registration” and enter personal details such as name, mobile number, and email ID, followed by password creation. A unique registration number is generated.

Step 3: Fill the Application Form

Candidates are required to log in using their registration number and password, then complete the application form with:

Personal details (name, father's name, mother's name, date of birth, category)
Educational qualifications
Contact details (address, email, phone number)
Choice of paper (Paper 1, Paper 2, or both)
Preferred exam language
Choice of exam center cities (up to 4 choices)

Step 4: Upload Documents

Upload scanned copies of:

Recent passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG format, 10-100 KB, size: 3.5 cm width × 4.5 cm height)
Signature (JPG/JPEG format, 3-30 KB, size: 3.5 cm width × 1.5 cm height)

Step 5: Pay Application Fee

Pay the prescribed fee through online mode (credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI) or offline through E-Challan.

Step 6: Submit and Print

After successful payment, the form must be submitted. The confirmation page should be downloaded and printed for future reference.

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CTET Feb 2026 Application Fee

The application fee varies based on the category and the number of papers, the candidates apply for:

Category	One Paper	Both Papers
General/OBC (NCL)	₹1,000	₹1,200
SC/ST/PwD	₹500	₹600

Payment Methods:

Online: Credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI
Offline: E-Challan through designated banks (Syndicate Bank or Canara Bank)

Important: Application fees are non-refundable under any circumstances, so double-check all details before submitting.

Also See: CTET Previous Year Papers PDF with Solutions (2024-2018) – Free Download

CTET Feb 2026: Papers and Structure

The CTET exam consists of two papers designed for different teaching levels:

Paper 1 (Classes 1-5)

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 2 (Classes 6-8)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Maths & Science OR Social Studies	60	60
Total	150	150

Can Candidates Appear for Both Papers? Yes. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria may apply for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 to become qualified for teaching at both levels. Both papers will be conducted on the same day in different shifts.

Good News: There is no negative marking in CTET, allowing all questions to be attempted without the risk of losing marks.

Must Read: CTET February 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus PDF Download

Qualifying Marks and Result

To qualify for the CTET exam, candidates need to score:

60% or above (90 out of 150) for General/OBC candidates
55% or above (82.5 out of 150) for SC/ST/PwD candidates

The CTET result is expected to be declared in March 2026 (tentative) on the official website. Qualified candidates will receive a CTET Eligibility Certificate that can be downloaded from the website.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Mistake	✔ Better Approach
Not checking eligibility	Verify with NCTE rules before applying
Wrong photo/signature size	Follow exact kb + dimensions given
Selecting incorrect paper	Decide whether Primary / Upper Primary / Both
Last-day form submission	Apply early to avoid server load
No print of confirmation	Download + save PDF for future use

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