CTET September 2026 Online Application Form: Exam Date, Eligibility, Fee & How to Apply

CTET September 2026 Online Application Form – Apply Now

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026, also known as the 22nd Edition of CTET. Eligible candidates can submit their CTET September 2026 Online Application Form from 11 May 2026 to 10 June 2026. The exam is scheduled for 06 September 2026 (Sunday). This is a golden opportunity for aspiring teachers to secure a teaching job in central government schools. Read the full article for detailed information on eligibility, fee, exam pattern, and how to apply online.

Organization Overview

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is a national level board of education in India, under the Union Government of India. CBSE conducts the CTET exam to determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers for Classes I to VIII in central government schools (like KVS, NVS, etc.) and schools under the administrative control of the Union Territories of India.

Post Details

The CTET September 2026 exam offers two papers:

• Paper I: For candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to V (Primary Stage).
• Paper II: For candidates aspiring to teach Classes VI to VIII (Elementary Stage).
• Both Papers: Candidates can apply for both papers if they wish to teach across all classes (I to VIII).

The exam will be conducted in 27 languages across 132 cities (allotted randomly by CBSE).

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Paper I (Classes I to V): Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed) or equivalent.

Paper II (Classes VI to VIII): Graduation degree with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of B.Ed or equivalent.

Age Limit

There is no age limit for appearing in CTET as per CBSE rules.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of a single-stage written examination (Paper I and/or Paper II). Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks as per category:

There is no interview or document verification at the time of application; however, candidates must produce original documents at the time of appointment.

Important Dates

Note: Exam may also be held on 05 September 2026 (Saturday) if the number of candidates is high.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website https://ctet.nic.in or https://www.cbse.gov.in.
2. Click on the “Apply Online” link for CTET September 2026.
3. Complete registration with basic details and generate login credentials.
4. Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and contact details.
5. Upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications.
6. Pay the required application fee online.
7. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Correction Window: Limited corrections allowed from 15–18 June 2026 only.

Documents Required

• Scanned photograph and signature
• Educational qualification certificates
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Valid ID proof
• PwD certificate (if applicable)

Exam Pattern

CTET Syllabus 2026

The detailed syllabus is available in the official Information Bulletin. Key subjects include:

• Child Development and Pedagogy
• Language I & II (comprehension, pedagogy)
• Mathematics / Science / Social Studies (as applicable)

Download the official bulletin from ctet.nic.in for complete topic-wise syllabus.