EXAM SYLLABUS

According to the official CTET September 2026 Information Bulletin, the syllabus is divided into Paper I and Paper II. Paper I is for candidates who intend to teach Classes I–V, while Paper II is for candidates intending to teach Classes VI–VIII. Candidates seeking eligibility for both levels must appear for both papers.

Paper I – Classes I to V

1. Child Development and Pedagogy – 30 Questions

Child Development – 15

Inclusive Education and understanding children with special needs – 5

Learning and Pedagogy – 10

2. Mathematics – 30 Questions

Content – 15

Pedagogical Issues – 15

Main areas include:

Number System

Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

Geometry

Measurement

Money

Time

Data Handling

Patterns

Teaching Mathematics

3. Environmental Studies – 30 Questions

Content – 15

Pedagogical Issues – 15

Main areas include:

Family and Friends

Food

Shelter

Water

Travel

Things We Make and Do

Environmental Studies pedagogy

4. Language I – 30 Questions

Language Comprehension – 15

Pedagogy of Language Development – 15

5. Language II – 30 Questions

Comprehension – 15

Pedagogy of Language Development – 15

Total: 150 Questions – 150 Marks

CHILD DEVELOPMENT & PEDAGOGY DETAILED SYLLABUS

The detailed syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy with Topic description & Topic Example is given below :

EXAM SYLLABUS

According to the official CTET September 2026 Information Bulletin, the syllabus is divided into Paper I and Paper II. Paper I is for candidates who intend to teach Classes I–V, while Paper II is for candidates intending to teach Classes VI–VIII. Candidates seeking eligibility for both levels must appear for both papers.

Paper I – Classes I to V

1. Child Development and Pedagogy – 30 Questions

Child Development – 15

Inclusive Education and understanding children with special needs – 5

Learning and Pedagogy – 10

2. Mathematics – 30 Questions

Content – 15

Pedagogical Issues – 15

Main areas include:

Number System

Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

Geometry

Measurement

Money

Time

Data Handling

Patterns

Teaching Mathematics

3. Environmental Studies – 30 Questions

Content – 15

Pedagogical Issues – 15

Main areas include:

Family and Friends

Food

Shelter

Water

Travel

Things We Make and Do

Environmental Studies pedagogy

4. Language I – 30 Questions

Language Comprehension – 15

Pedagogy of Language Development – 15

5. Language II – 30 Questions

Comprehension – 15

Pedagogy of Language Development – 15

Total: 150 Questions – 150 Marks

CHILD DEVELOPMENT & PEDAGOGY DETAILED SYLLABUS

The detailed syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy with Topic description & Topic Example is given below :

Note: The above-mentioned examples are for Illustrative purpose only.

LANGUAGE- I & II DETAILED SYLLABUS

The detailed syllabus for Language- I & II with Topic description & Topic Example is given below:

Note: The above-mentioned examples are for Illustrative purpose only.

MATHEMATICS DETAILED SYLLABUS

The detailed syllabus for Mathematics with Topic description & Topic Example is given below:

Note: The above- mentioned examples are for Illustrative purpose only.

MATHEMATICS & SCIENCES, Social Studies/Social Science (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher)** DETAILED SYLLABUS

The detailed syllabus for Environmental Studies with Topic description & Topic Example is given below:

Note: The above-mentioned examples are for Illustrative purpose only.

EXAM PATTERN

Paper- I of CTET Examination consists of five sections containing 30 questions and 30 Marks each summing up to 150 questions and 150 marks respectively. The Total duration for CTET Paper- I Examination is 150 minutes.

The section wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below :

Note- Both languages (Language- I & Language- II) papers are compulsory. The choice of language for language- I & II should be different.

Nature & Standard of Questions

1. The test items on Child Development and Pedagogy will focus on the educational psychology of teaching and learning relevant to the age group of 6-11 years. They will focus on understanding the characteristics and needs of diverse learners, interaction with learners and the attributes and qualities of a good facilitator of learning.

2. The Test items in Language I will focus on the proficiencies related to the medium of instruction.

3. The Test items in Language II will focus on the elements of language, communication and comprehension abilities.

4. Language II will be a language other than Language I. A candidate may choose any one language as Language I and other as Language II from the available language options and will be required to specify the same in the Confirmation Page.

List of languages and code are as follows

EXAM PATTERN

Paper- I of CTET Examination consists of five sections containing 30 questions and 30 Marks each summing up to 150 questions and 150 marks respectively. The Total duration for CTET Paper- I Examination is 150 minutes.

The section wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below :

Note- Both languages (Language- I & Language- II) papers are compulsory. The choice of language for language- I & II should be different.

Nature & Standard of Questions

1. The test items on Child Development and Pedagogy will focus on the educational psychology of teaching and learning relevant to the age group of 6-11 years. They will focus on understanding the characteristics and needs of diverse learners, interaction with learners and the attributes and qualities of a good facilitator of learning.

2. The Test items in Language I will focus on the proficiencies related to the medium of instruction.

3. The Test items in Language II will focus on the elements of language, communication and comprehension abilities.

4. Language II will be a language other than Language I. A candidate may choose any one language as Language I and other as Language II from the available language options and will be required to specify the same in the Confirmation Page.

List of languages and code are as follows

5. The Test items in Mathematics and Environmental Studies will focus on the concepts, problem- solving abilities and pedagogical understanding and applications of the subjects. In all these subject areas, the test items will be evenly distributed over different divisions of the syllabus of that subject prescribed for classes I- V by the NCERT.

6. The questions in the test for Paper- I will be based on the topics prescribed in the syllabus of the NCERT for classes I - V but their difficulty standard as well as linkages, could be up to the Secondary stage.

Mode Of Examination

The CTET 2026 exam is conducted in offline mode as a pen-and-paper/OMR-based test

Medium Of Examination

Main question paper shall be Bilingual (Hindi / English Languages).

Marking Scheme

Each correct answer carries +1 mark.

There is no negative marking for incorrect answers, and no marks are deducted for unanswered questions.

Each paper (Paper-I and Paper-II) has 150 questions worth 150 marks in total.

Note: +1 for every right answer, 0 for wrong or unattempted.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The eligibility requirements vary for candidates applying to teach Classes 1 to 5 and those applying to teach Classes 6 to 8. Below is an overview of the educational qualifications prescribed for each category.

1. Nationality.

2. Age Limit.

3. Educational Qualifications & Relaxations.

4. Validity of Certificate & Number of Attempts.

Nationality

Candidates should be the citizens of India in order to be eligible for CTET Examination.

Age Limit

1. The candidate must be minimum 17 years of age.

2. There is no restriction on Maximum Age limit prescribed by CBSE.

Educational Qualification

The Candidate should have minimum Qualifications for becoming Teacher for Classes I - V:

Primary Level

Candidates must meet any one of the following eligibility conditions:

Must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed);

or

Must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, in accordance with NCTE Regulations, 2002;

or

Must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed);

or

Must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Education (D.Ed);

or

Must hold a Bachelor’s degree and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.

Upper Primary Level

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following criteria:

Must possess a Graduation degree and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education;

or

Must have completed Graduation with at least 50% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed);

or

Must have completed Graduation with at least 40% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of B.Ed, as per NCTE regulations;

or

Must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed);

or

Must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and have passed or be appearing in the final year of B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed or B.A / B.Sc.Ed (4-year integrated programme);

or

Must hold a Graduation degree with at least 50% marks and have passed or be appearing in a 1-year B.Ed programme.

Relaxations

Relaxation up to 5% in the qualifying marks in the minimum Educational Qualification for eligibility shall be allowed to the candidates belonging to reserved categories, such as SC / ST / OBC / Differently abled.

Note

1. A person who is pursuing any of the teacher education courses (recognized by the th NCTE or the RCI, as the case may be) specified in the NCTE Notification , shall be eligible for appearing in the CTET.

2. The candidate should satisfy his / her eligibility before applying and shall be personally responsible in case he / she is not eligible to apply as per the given eligibility criteria. It is to be noted that if a candidate has been allowed to appear in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test it does not imply that the candidate’s eligibility has been verified. It does not vest any right with the candidate for appointment. The eligibility shall be finally verified, by the concerned recruiting agency / appointing authority.

Validity Of Certificate & Number Of Attempts

1. The Validity Period of CTET qualifying certificate for appointment will be seven years from the date of declaration of its result for all categories.

2. There is no restriction on the number of attempts a person can take for acquiring a CTET Certificate. A person who has qualified CTET may also appear again for improving his/her score.

Note

It is to be noted that if a candidate has been allowed to appear in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test it does not imply that the candidate’s eligibility has been verified. It does not vest any right with the candidate for appointment. The eligibility shall be finally verified, by the concerned recruiting agency / appointing authority. The candidate should satisfy his / her eligibility before applying and shall be personally responsible in case he/she is not eligible to apply as per the given eligibility criteria. 

IMPORTANT DATES

The online application process started on 11 May 2026, and the original last date for submitting the online application was 10 June 2026. The application correction window was initially scheduled from 12 June to 15 June 2026. Subsequently, CBSE re-opened the online application process, and as per the latest official notice, candidates can now submit their applications up to 1 September 2026. he Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the examination scheduled to be held on 6 September 2026.

EXAM ANALYSIS

The CTET February 2026 examination was conducted by CBSE on 7 and 8 February 2026, with a re-examination for affected candidates subsequently conducted as notified by CBSE. The official CTET website confirms the February 2026 examination notices, result and answer-key-related notices.

Exam Pattern

Mode: Offline (OMR-based)

Papers: Paper I and Paper II

Questions: 150 in each paper

Marks: 150 in each paper

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Question Type: MCQs

Negative Marking: No

Paper I: Classes I–V

Paper II: Classes VI–VIII

Paper I Analysis

Paper I covers:

Child Development & Pedagogy – 30

Mathematics – 30

Environmental Studies – 30

Language I – 30

Language II – 30

Difficulty Level: Generally Easy to Moderate.

Child Development & Pedagogy was largely conceptual. Mathematics required basic calculation and application, while Environmental Studies included questions based on concepts, pedagogy and everyday situations. Language sections were generally manageable, with comprehension and pedagogy forming important areas.

Paper II Analysis

Paper II covers:

Child Development & Pedagogy – 30

Mathematics & Science – 60 OR

Social Studies/Social Science – 60

Language I – 30

Language II – 30

Difficulty Level: Moderate, with variation according to the subject and individual shift.

For candidates choosing Mathematics & Science, conceptual understanding and application-based questions were important. Social Science candidates faced questions from History, Geography, Political Science, Economics and related pedagogy.

Overall Difficulty

The overall CTET paper can be considered Easy to Moderate, although the exact difficulty varied between Paper I, Paper II, subjects and shifts.

Paper I: Easy to Moderate

Paper II: Easy to Moderate/Moderate

Pedagogy: Conceptual

Languages: Easy to Moderate

Mathematics: Easy to Moderate

EVS: Easy to Moderate

Science/Social Science: Moderate

Good Attempts

There is no official “good attempt” figure released by CBSE. Since CTET has no negative marking, candidates can attempt all questions, provided they manage their time effectively.

Time Management

Candidates have 150 minutes for 150 questions, giving an average of approximately 1 minute per question.

A good strategy is to:

Solve easy questions first.

Avoid spending too much time on difficult questions.

Keep sufficient time for comprehension and calculation-based questions.

Attempt unanswered questions before the examination ends because there is no negative marking.

Question Level

The examination primarily tests:

Conceptual understanding

Teaching methodology

Child psychology

Subject knowledge

Application of concepts

Comprehension

Pedagogical understanding

The Pedagogy sections are particularly important, because they are present in both Paper I and Paper II.

Previous-Year Comparison

Compared with previous CTET examinations, the February 2026 paper followed the established CTET structure. There was no major change in the basic examination pattern. The difficulty varied from shift to shift, but the paper continued to emphasize pedagogy along with basic subject knowledge.

Qualifying Marks

The prescribed qualifying benchmark is generally:

General: 60% = 90/150

Reserved categories: Relaxation may be applicable according to the prevailing rules.

However, qualifying CTET does not guarantee a teaching job. CTET is an eligibility test, and recruitment is carried out separately by the concerned authority. CBSE itself describes CTET as a minimum eligibility benchmark for teacher appointment.

Latest CTET 2026 Status

The CTET September 2026 is now the latest/current cycle. The official CTET website currently shows that the September 2026 application window has been extended up to 1 September 2026.

STUDY TIPS

Understand the latest CTET syllabus and exam pattern clearly before starting preparation. Give special focus to Child Development & Pedagogy, as it is compulsory and scoring in both papers. Practice previous year questions and full-length mock tests to improve speed and accuracy. Make short notes for daily revision and focus on conceptual clarity rather than rote learning.

1. Focus on your weak areas - With the help of CTET mock tests, you can find your weak areas. Once you are aware of your weak areas, start working on them to convert the same into your strengths. Some candidates make a mistake of skipping the difficult topics or the areas they are weak at all together, which is definitely not a good choice

2. Make notes and revise them regularly - Develop a habit of making short notes when going through the syllabus. These notes help in regular revision of the syllabus. Moreover, these save your time during revision as you just need to go through the important topics instead of the complete chapter again. Regular revision from notes also helps you in remembering the concepts, formulas and important theories.

3. Detailed Knowledge About the National Curriculum Framework (NCF)  -  The principles of the CTET exam are activity- based teaching, child- centered learning, teacher’s appreciation for the children etc which is where NCF 2005 is important which points out the best educational practices in India and the methods of teaching each subject. The CTET exam will consist of several questions based on application- based- classroom- teaching which is where an in- depth knowledge of the NCF 2005 will come to the candidates’ rescue. 

4. Be Confident - Confidence is a must as it can boost your exam preparation. However, aspirants should know the difference between confidence and overconfidence. Maintaining a gap between the two is crucial.

5. Time Management - Time managed is half the job done. Students' success in the exam is directly attached to how well they manage their time. Aspirants should solve the exam paper before time and stay one step ahead. If the candidate finds any question difficult then leave that question or mark that question, and move on to other questions.

6. No Negative Marking - Candidates should note that there is no negative marking in CTET so they should not leave any questions while attempting the paper. First attempt the question in which you feel confident and then attempt the rest of the questions.

STUDY PLANS

6 Month Study Plan

Month 1: Foundation Building

Understand CTET syllabus & exam pattern completely

Start Child Development & Pedagogy (CDP) basics

Begin Language-I (grammar, comprehension)

Daily study: 3–4 hours

Month 2: Core Subjects – Part 1

Continue CDP (learning theories, child psychology)

Start Language-II (grammar + passage practice)

Begin Mathematics / Environmental Studies (Paper-I) OR Maths/Science or Social Studies (Paper-II)

Practice topic-wise MCQs

Month 3: Core Subjects – Part 2

Complete remaining syllabus of Maths/EVS / Maths-Science / SST

Revise CDP & Languages weekly

Start solving previous year questions (PYQs)

Month 4: Full Syllabus Completion

Finish entire syllabus of all subjects

Focus on weak areas

Start section-wise mock tests (2–3 per week)

Month 5: Revision & Practice

First full revision of all subjects

Attempt full-length mock tests (1–2 per week)

Analyze mistakes and improve accuracy

Revise short notes & formulas

Month 6: Final Revision & Exam Readiness

Final revision of CDP, Languages, and core subjects

Practice daily mock tests / PYQs

Focus on time management & accuracy

Revise only notes—no new topics

Important Tips

CDP is most scoring—never skip it

Solve CTET previous year papers regularly

Revise weekly to retain concepts

Stay consistent and avoid last-minute stress

3 Month Study Plan

Month 1: Syllabus Completion (Basics)

Understand CTET syllabus & exam pattern

Complete Child Development & Pedagogy (CDP)

Start Language-I & Language-II (grammar + comprehension)

Begin Maths/EVS (Paper-I) or Maths-Science / SST (Paper-II)

Practice topic-wise MCQs daily

Month 2: Syllabus Completion + Practice

Finish remaining core subjects

Solve CTET Previous Year Questions (PYQs)

Weekly section-wise mock tests

Revise weak areas regularly

Month 3: Revision & Mock Tests

Complete 2–3 full revisions

Attempt full-length mock tests (2–3 per week)

Analyze mistakes and improve accuracy

Focus on time management and exam strategy

1 Month Study Plan

Week 1: Core Concepts Revision

Revise Child Development & Pedagogy (CDP) completely

Revise Language-I & Language-II (grammar + comprehension)

Go through important formulas / concepts of Maths / EVS / Science / SST

Solve topic-wise MCQs daily

Week 2: Practice & Strengthening

Solve CTET Previous Year Question Papers

Focus on weak topics

Start section-wise mock tests

Revise short notes daily

Week 3: Full-Length Mock Tests

Attempt 3–4 full mock tests

Analyze mistakes and improve accuracy

Revise frequently asked topics

Improve time management

Week 4: Final Revision

Final revision of all subjects

Revise CDP daily

Light practice of MCQs

Avoid new topics and stay calm

OVERVIEW

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 is a national-level eligibility examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for candidates seeking eligibility for teaching Classes I to VIII. Candidates who secure the prescribed minimum qualifying marks are declared CTET qualified and become eligible to apply for teaching positions in schools that consider CTET scores, including Central Government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), subject to the recruitment rules of the respective school or authority. The CTET examination is conducted across India in 20 languages, providing candidates with the opportunity to appear in the language permitted under the examination guidelines.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 is a qualifying/eligibility examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). It is not a direct recruitment examination and does not itself provide a teaching job. Candidates who qualify CTET become eligible to apply for teaching posts in schools/recruiting authorities that accept CTET, subject to their respective recruitment rules. Final appointment is made by the concerned recruiting authority.

Check Eligibility

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed minimum educational qualifications as per the applicable NCTE regulations and CTET Information Bulletin.

Paper I (Classes I–V): Candidates must fulfil the prescribed qualifications for the Primary Stage, such as Senior Secondary/equivalent with the required percentage and the specified Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.)/equivalent qualification, or other qualifications permitted under the applicable rules.

Paper II (Classes VI–VIII): Candidates must fulfil the prescribed qualifications for the Elementary Stage, such as Graduation with the required teacher-education qualification, or other qualifications recognised under the applicable NCTE/CTET rules.

Relaxation: Applicable relaxation in minimum educational marks is provided to candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories as per the prevailing Government/NCTE rules.

Candidates are responsible for ensuring that they fulfil all eligibility requirements before applying.

Online Application

The CTET September 2026 application process started on 11 May 2026. The original application deadline was 10 June 2026, while CBSE subsequently re-opened/extended the application window up to 1 September 2026.

Candidates have to apply online through the official CTET website.

The application process generally includes:

Online registration

Entering personal and educational details

Selecting Paper I, Paper II, or both

Selecting examination language(s)

Selecting examination-city preferences

Uploading the required photograph and signature

Paying the prescribed examination fee

Submitting the application form

Downloading and preserving the confirmation page

Candidates should submit only one application and carefully verify all information before final submission. CBSE provides a correction facility during the notified correction period, subject to the permitted fields and conditions.

Download e-Admit Card

CBSE will release the CTET September 2026 Admit Card through the official CTET website. The admit card will contain important details such as:

Candidate's name and roll number

Examination date

Paper

Examination shift

Reporting time

Examination centre and complete address

Important instructions

Candidates must download and print the admit card and follow all instructions mentioned on it. The exact reporting time and examination-centre details should be followed as mentioned on the admit card.

Appear for the Examination

The CTET September 2026 examination is scheduled for 6 September 2026 (Sunday), as per the latest official schedule.

Paper I: For Classes I–V

Paper II: For Classes VI–VIII

Candidates appearing for both papers must appear in both examinations.

Mode: Offline, OMR-based

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Questions: 150 in each paper

Marks: 150 in each paper

Negative Marking: No

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes for each paper

The question paper is generally provided in Hindi/English, subject to the language options and provisions specified in the CTET Information Bulletin.

Paper I Structure

Paper I consists of 150 questions for 150 marks:

Child Development and Pedagogy – 30 questions

Mathematics – 30 questions

Environmental Studies – 30 questions

Language I – 30 questions

Language II – 30 questions

OVERVIEW

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 is a national-level eligibility examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for candidates seeking eligibility for teaching Classes I to VIII. Candidates who secure the prescribed minimum qualifying marks are declared CTET qualified and become eligible to apply for teaching positions in schools that consider CTET scores, including Central Government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), subject to the recruitment rules of the respective school or authority. The CTET examination is conducted across India in 20 languages, providing candidates with the opportunity to appear in the language permitted under the examination guidelines.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 is a qualifying/eligibility examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). It is not a direct recruitment examination and does not itself provide a teaching job. Candidates who qualify CTET become eligible to apply for teaching posts in schools/recruiting authorities that accept CTET, subject to their respective recruitment rules. Final appointment is made by the concerned recruiting authority.

Check Eligibility

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed minimum educational qualifications as per the applicable NCTE regulations and CTET Information Bulletin.

Paper I (Classes I–V): Candidates must fulfil the prescribed qualifications for the Primary Stage, such as Senior Secondary/equivalent with the required percentage and the specified Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.)/equivalent qualification, or other qualifications permitted under the applicable rules.

Paper II (Classes VI–VIII): Candidates must fulfil the prescribed qualifications for the Elementary Stage, such as Graduation with the required teacher-education qualification, or other qualifications recognised under the applicable NCTE/CTET rules.

Relaxation: Applicable relaxation in minimum educational marks is provided to candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories as per the prevailing Government/NCTE rules.

Candidates are responsible for ensuring that they fulfil all eligibility requirements before applying.

Online Application

The CTET September 2026 application process started on 11 May 2026. The original application deadline was 10 June 2026, while CBSE subsequently re-opened/extended the application window up to 1 September 2026.

Candidates have to apply online through the official CTET website.

The application process generally includes:

Online registration

Entering personal and educational details

Selecting Paper I, Paper II, or both

Selecting examination language(s)

Selecting examination-city preferences

Uploading the required photograph and signature

Paying the prescribed examination fee

Submitting the application form

Downloading and preserving the confirmation page

Candidates should submit only one application and carefully verify all information before final submission. CBSE provides a correction facility during the notified correction period, subject to the permitted fields and conditions.

Download e-Admit Card

CBSE will release the CTET September 2026 Admit Card through the official CTET website. The admit card will contain important details such as:

Candidate's name and roll number

Examination date

Paper

Examination shift

Reporting time

Examination centre and complete address

Important instructions

Candidates must download and print the admit card and follow all instructions mentioned on it. The exact reporting time and examination-centre details should be followed as mentioned on the admit card.

Appear for the Examination

The CTET September 2026 examination is scheduled for 6 September 2026 (Sunday), as per the latest official schedule.

Paper I: For Classes I–V

Paper II: For Classes VI–VIII

Candidates appearing for both papers must appear in both examinations.

Mode: Offline, OMR-based

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Questions: 150 in each paper

Marks: 150 in each paper

Negative Marking: No

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes for each paper

The question paper is generally provided in Hindi/English, subject to the language options and provisions specified in the CTET Information Bulletin.

Paper I Structure

Paper I consists of 150 questions for 150 marks:

Child Development and Pedagogy – 30 questions

Mathematics – 30 questions

Environmental Studies – 30 questions

Language I – 30 questions

Language II – 30 questions

Paper II Structure

Paper II consists of 150 questions for 150 marks:

Child Development and Pedagogy – 30 questions

Mathematics and Science – 60 questions OR

Social Studies/Social Science – 60 questions

Language I – 30 questions

Language II – 30 questions

Examination Centres

The examination is conducted at various centres across India. Candidates can provide their preferred examination-city choices during the application process. However, CBSE reserves the right to allot/change the examination city or centre due to administrative or other unavoidable circumstances.

The exact examination centre and address are mentioned on the candidate's admit card.

Evaluation and Result

After the examination:

CBSE evaluates the OMR answer sheets.

The provisional answer key is made available for candidates to raise objections.

Candidates can challenge the answer key within the prescribed period by paying the applicable challenge fee.

CBSE considers valid challenges and prepares the final answer key.

The CTET result is published on the official website.

There is no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of the result after declaration, except as specifically provided by CBSE.

Qualifying Marks

Candidates are required to obtain the prescribed minimum qualifying marks to qualify CTET.

General category: 60% or more (90/150)

Reserved categories: Relaxation in qualifying marks may be applicable as per the prevailing CBSE/Government rules.

The CTET certificate indicates the candidate's qualifying status.

Issuance of Certificate and Mark Sheet

Candidates who qualify CTET receive their digital mark sheet and eligibility certificate, generally through DigiLocker, as per CBSE's prescribed procedure.

The CTET eligibility certificate has lifetime validity. There is no restriction on the number of attempts; candidates can appear again to improve their score.

Post-Qualification

After qualifying CTET, candidates can apply for teaching vacancies in schools and institutions that accept CTET scores, subject to the eligibility and recruitment rules of the concerned authority.

CTET qualification does not guarantee employment. The concerned recruiting authority, such as a Central Government school, State Government authority or other eligible institution, conducts its own recruitment/selection process and verifies the candidate's eligibility before appointment.