The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the exam schedule for the 22nd edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026. As the primary eligibility filter for securing teaching positions in central government schools (like KVS, NVS, and CTSA), this national-level exam attracts lakhs of B.Ed. and D.El.Ed. qualified aspirants. Following the closure of the online application portal and form correction windows, the board has confirmed that the offline written test will take place on September 6, 2026. In this comprehensive guide, we feature a precise breakdown of the CTET 2026 exam timing shifts, passing criteria marks, paper-wise structure outlines, and direct links to download the complete official syllabus PDFs. Read on to maximize your prep schedule and bookmark this portal for fast intimation slip tracking!
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Upcoming
National Bi-Annual
CTET September 2026: Official Exam Date Out, Full Syllabus, Paper 1 & 2 Pattern
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (September Session) 2026
✅ Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
🎓 Senior Secondary (10+2) or Graduation along with professional qualifications like D.El.Ed, B.Ed, B.El.Ed, or equivalent NCTE certificates. 📅 Age: Minimum 17 Years 📍 All India (Valid across all central school branches) 👥 Eligibility Certificate Drive Posts 💳 Fee: General / OBC: Rs. 1,000 (Single Paper) | Rs. 1,200 (Both Papers) SC / ST / PwD: Rs. 500 (Single Paper) | Rs. 600 (Both Papers)
Exam Overview
Exam Name
CTET 2026
Full Name
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (September Session) 2026
Conducting Body
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Exam Level
National
Frequency
Bi-Annual
Total Posts
Eligibility Certificate Drive
Salary/Pay Scale
Regular Central School Teacher structures once appointed via KVS/NVS tracks (Ranges from Level 6 to Level 8 matrix bands)
Eligibility
Senior Secondary (10+2) or Graduation along with professional qualifications like D.El.Ed, B.Ed, B.El.Ed, or equivalent NCTE certificates.
Age Limit
Minimum 17 Years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Location
All India (Valid across all central school branches)
Status
Upcoming
Important Dates
📢 Notification Date11 May 2026
🟢 Application Start11 May 2026
🔴 Last Date to Apply10 June 2026
📝 Exam Date6 September 2026
📑 Admit Card2 days before the exam date
📊 Result DateBy October 2026
🔴 Deadline has passed for this exam.
Download Official Documents
Full Notification Details
Vacancy Details
Total Posts
Eligibility Certificate Drive
Salary Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| PRT / TGT Grade Pay brackets upon clear school board selection |
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Senior Secondary (10+2) or Graduation along with professional qualifications like D.El.Ed, B.Ed, B.El.Ed, or equivalent NCTE certificates.
Age Limit
Minimum 17 Years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Location
All India (Valid across all central school branches)
Application Fee
General / OBC: Rs. 1,000 (Single Paper) | Rs. 1,200 (Both Papers) SC / ST / PwD: Rs. 500 (Single Paper) | Rs. 600 (Both Papers)
Exam Pattern
| Total Questions: 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) per paper | |
|---|---|
| Total Marks: 150 Marks per paper (No negative markings apply) | |
| Exam Structure: Includes Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I & II, Mathematics, Science/Social Studies, and Environmental Studies. | |
| Shift Timings: Paper II (09:30 AM to 12:00 Noon) | Paper I (02:30 PM to 05:00 PM) |
Selection Process
- Offline Written Test - Paper I (For Primary Classes 1 to 5)
- Offline Written Test - Paper II (For Elementary Classes 6 to 8)
- Document Verification
How to Apply Online
- Go directly to the online national teaching eligibility portal at ctet.nic.in
- Click on the registration link designated for the CTET September 2026 Session
- Complete the initial profile parameters to claim a system application ID
- Log back in to choose designated paper profiles (Paper I, Paper II, or Both)
- Upload sharp scanned configurations of candidate photographs and signature metrics
- Process processing fees via netbanking channels and print confirmation tabs
Documents Required
- 📄 10th and 12th Educational Certificates
- 📄 Professional Teaching Degree/Diploma Marks Card (B.Ed / D.El.Ed)
- 📄 Scanned Profile Photo & Signature Template
- 📄 Valid Category / Medical Exemption Papers (if choosing lower fee rates)