CTET February 2026 Exam – Online Form 2025

Published on: November 27, 2025

Post Update Date: 27-11-2025

Overview

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) for February 2026 is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Interested candidates can apply online from November 27 to December 18, 2025.

Exam Date: February 8, 2026

• Paper-I: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM

• Paper-II: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Admit Card: End of January 2026

Result: Expected March 2026

Application Details

Payment Methods: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI

How to Apply:

1. Register on ctet.nic.in

2. Fill the online form carefully

3. Upload documents in the correct format (PDF/JPEG)

4. Select exam city and language

5. Pay the applicable fee

6. Re-check all details before submission

7. Save or print the confirmation for future reference

Note: Read the full information brochure to ensure eligibility and compliance.

Important Dates

• Application Begin: 27/11/2025

• Last Date to Apply Online: 18/12/2025

• Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 18/12/2025

• Exam Date: 08/02/2026

• Admit Card Available: Before Exam

• Exam City Available: Before Exam

CTET Eligibility

Primary Level (Class 1 to 5)

Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:

• Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education

• Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with ≥45% marks + passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (NCTE 2002 norms)

• Senior Secondary with ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in final year of 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed)

• Senior Secondary with ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)

• Graduation with ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in final year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) from NCTE recognized institution

  • Must complete a six-month Bridge Course in Elementary Education within two years of appointment

• Post-Graduation with ≥55% marks + passed or appearing in final year of three-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed

Junior Level (Class 6 to 8)

Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:

• Graduation + passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education

• Graduation/Post-Graduation with ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in final year B.Ed

• Graduation with ≥45% marks + passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed (as per NCTE norms)

• Senior Secondary + ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in final year of 4-year B.El.Ed

• Senior Secondary + ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in final year of 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed

• Graduation + ≥50% marks + passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed or B.Ed (Special Education)

• Candidates pursuing teacher education courses recognized by NCTE or RCI are also eligible

How to Fill CTET February 2026 Online Form

1. Read the CTET notification carefully before applying.

2. Fill all details correctly: Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, Address, and Qualification.

3. Upload documents in the correct size and format (PDF/JPEG).

4. Review all information before submission.

5. After submission, save or print the confirmation form for future reference.

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