EXAM SYLLABUS

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) syllabus is based on the official Information Bulletin for the February 2026 exam. It covers two papers: Paper I (for teaching Classes I to V) and Paper II (for teaching Classes VI to VIII). Each paper has 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with 1 mark per question and no negative marking. The syllabus focuses on child development, pedagogy, and subject-specific content aligned with NCERT topics for the respective classes. Questions test conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and pedagogical application.

Note: While the syllabus outlines key topics, the questions are based on the NCERT-prescribed syllabus for Classes I-V (Paper I) and VI-VIII (Paper II). Difficulty may extend up to secondary level for linkages. For the most granular class-wise details, refer to NCERT textbooks.

Syllabus for CTET Paper- II (for classes VI to VIII) Elementary Stage Examination is given below:

CHILD DEVELOPMENT & PEDAGOGY DETAILED SYLLABUS

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

 EXAM SYLLABUS

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) syllabus is based on the official Information Bulletin for the February 2026 exam. It covers two papers: Paper I (for teaching Classes I to V) and Paper II (for teaching Classes VI to VIII). Each paper has 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with 1 mark per question and no negative marking. The syllabus focuses on child development, pedagogy, and subject-specific content aligned with NCERT topics for the respective classes. Questions test conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and pedagogical application.

Note: While the syllabus outlines key topics, the questions are based on the NCERT-prescribed syllabus for Classes I-V (Paper I) and VI-VIII (Paper II). Difficulty may extend up to secondary level for linkages. For the most granular class-wise details, refer to NCERT textbooks.

Syllabus for CTET Paper- II (for classes VI to VIII) Elementary Stage Examination is given below:

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 & SCIENCE DETAILED SYLLABUS

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

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

SOCIAL SCIENCE / SOCIAL STUDIES DETAILED SYLLABUS

The detailed syllabus for Social Science / Social Studies with Topic description & Topic Example is given below:

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

EXAM PATTERN

The CTET 2026 exam, conducted by CBSE in offline mode, consists of two papers (Paper-I for Classes 1–5 and Paper-II for Classes 6–8), each having 150 multiple-choice questions worth 150 marks with a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes and no negative marking. Paper-I covers five sections, while Paper-II includes core subjects plus either Mathematics & Science or Social Studies/Social Science depending on the teaching specialization.

Paper II

Paper- II of CTET Examination consists of five sections out of which candidates need to attempt four sections. Total number of questions are 150 and total marks are also 150. The Total duration for CTET Paper- II 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 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

The CTET 2026 exam, conducted by CBSE in offline mode, consists of two papers (Paper-I for Classes 1–5 and Paper-II for Classes 6–8), each having 150 multiple-choice questions worth 150 marks with a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes and no negative marking. Paper-I covers five sections, while Paper-II includes core subjects plus either Mathematics & Science or Social Studies/Social Science depending on the teaching specialization.

Paper II

Paper- II of CTET Examination consists of five sections out of which candidates need to attempt four sections. Total number of questions are 150 and total marks are also 150. The Total duration for CTET Paper- II 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 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 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 exam is generally conducted in two shifts on the same day or across two consecutive days.

Morning Shift
Paper II (for Classes VI to VIII)
Reporting Time: Around 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
Exam Time: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Afternoon Shift
Paper I (for Classes I to V)
Reporting Time: Around 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Exam Time: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Each paper contains 150 questions for 150 marks. There is no negative marking. The exam is conducted in offline mode using OMR sheets.

Expected Timeline for CTET 2026 Session:

Notification Release: Likely October to December 2026 (for December session) or mid 2026 (if July session is conducted).
Application Form: Open for approximately one month after notification.
Admit Card Release: 7 to 10 days before the exam.
Exam Date: Usually July or December session (CBSE conducts CTET twice a year).
Result Declaration: Within 4 to 6 weeks after the exam.

EXAM ANALYSIS

Last Conducted CTET Exam (2026 Session)

The CTET 2026 exam was held on 7-8 February 2026, conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The examination took place over two days to manage a large number of applications and ensure smooth logistics across centres in India.

On both days, the exam was conducted in two shifts: the morning shift for Paper-II (for candidates aspiring to teach Classes VI-VIII) and the afternoon shift for Paper-I (for candidates aiming to teach Classes I-V).

The morning shift typically started around 9:30 AM IST and continued until 12:00 PM, covering 150 questions in 150 minutes. The afternoon shift began around 2:30 PM IST and ran until 5:00 PM with the same duration and number of questions. Candidates were advised to reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card, usually at least one hour prior to the exam.

CTET 2026 Exam Pattern (Based on Official Structure)

The CTET comprises two separate papers:

Paper-I is for candidates who want to teach Classes I to V and Paper-II is for candidates targeting Classes VI to VIII. Each paper contains 150 objective-type questions, carrying one mark each, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The total duration for each paper was 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes). Questions were based on topics including Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I & II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Science and Social Studies.

The exams were held in offline mode (pen-and-paper with OMR answer sheets), conducted in multiple languages. Candidates appeared according to their allotted shift and paper as printed on their admit card.

CTET 2026 Exam Difficulty & Candidate Feedback

Based on preliminary analysis and initial post-exam review:

The overall difficulty level for both Paper-I and Paper-II during CTET 2026 was considered Easy to Moderate by most candidates and education portals. Many found sections like Child Development & Pedagogy and languages relatively straightforward, while subject-specific parts such as Mathematics, Science, or Social Studies in Paper-II required deeper conceptual understanding.

For Paper-I, Language and Education topics were manageable with careful reading and NCERT-based preparation. Paper-II tended to be a bit more challenging due to subject depth in its specific content areas.

This trend is similar to previous cycles where core pedagogy and language sections were considered scoring and the subject specialisations were relatively conceptual.

Comparison With Past CTET Schedules

Earlier exam cycles such as CTET 2025 were also slated for early February or mid-year depending on official notification and application timelines. Most candidates planning for CTET follow a yearly pattern where notification arrives in the last quarter of the previous year, applications run for a few weeks, and the exam is scheduled about two to three months later.

Even if occasional notifications or rescheduling occur, the pattern of two papers with morning and afternoon shifts on the same or consecutive days remains consistent.

What This Means for CTET 2026 Aspirants

For CTET 2026 preparation and expected pattern:

Expect the exam to be held in February or a similar early-year slot, announced by the official CTET notification well in advance.

The pattern will likely retain two papers, two shifts, no negative marking, and 150 questions in 150 minutes per paper.

Difficulty levels often fall in the easy to moderate range if preparation is aligned with NCERT-based topics and pedagogy fundamentals.

Timings and shifts will be clearly specified on admit cards, and early arrival at the centre helps avoid last-minute rush.

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 examination organized by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in the exam are declared CTET qualified, which makes them eligible to apply for teaching posts for Classes I to VIII in schools that recognize CTET scores, including Central Government schools. The CTET exam is conducted across India in 20 different languages, providing equal opportunity and accessibility to candidates from various linguistic backgrounds.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a qualifying examination to determine eligibility for appointment as a teacher for Classes I to VIII in central government schools (like KVS, NVS) and other applicable institutions. It is not a direct recruitment or selection process for jobs but establishes eligibility, which recruiting agencies verify later. Qualifying CTET does not guarantee employment; it is one criterion for teacher appointments. The process is based on the official CTET February 2026 Information Bulletin.

Check Eligibility

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as per NCTE guidelines (detailed in Section 6 of the bulletin).

For Primary Stage (Classes I-V): Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (or equivalent).

For Elementary Stage (Classes VI-VIII): Graduation and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (or equivalent), or Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed).

Relaxation of 5% in minimum marks for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled candidates.

Candidates are personally responsible for ensuring eligibility before applying.

Online Application

Applications were open from November 27, 2025, to December 18, 2025 (11:59 PM) via https://ctet.nic.in.

Steps:

Register with details like state, identification type, name, DOB, and gender.

Fill the application form, choose papers (Paper I for Classes I-V, Paper II for VI-VIII, or both), languages, exam center preferences (4 options), and educational details.

Upload scanned photo (10-100 KB, 3.5x4.5 cm) and signature (3-30 KB, 3.5x1.5 cm) in JPG/JPEG.

Pay fee online (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking):

General/OBC: 1000 (one paper), 1200 (both).

SC/ST/Differently-abled: 500 (one paper), ?600 (both).

Download and print confirmation page (no need to send to CBSE).

Multiple applications lead to cancellation.

Corrections allowed in specified period (except exam city) for details like name, DOB, category, papers, languages, etc. (no offline corrections).

Download e-Admit Card

Available on https://ctet.nic.in (dates notified on the website).

Contains exam details, center, and instructions.

Report discrepancies immediately to CTET Unit.

Candidates must report 120 minutes early: 7:30 AM for Paper II (Morning), 12:30 PM for Paper I (Evening). Latecomers not allowed.

Appear for the Examination

Date: February 8, 2026 (Sunday).

Schedule:

Paper II (Classes VI-VIII): 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (2.5 hours).

Paper I (Classes I-V): 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM (2.5 hours).

Format: Offline, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), 150 questions per paper, 1 mark each, no negative marking.

Bilingual question paper (Hindi/English).

Structure

Paper I: Child Development & Pedagogy (30), Mathematics (30), Environmental Studies (30), Language I (30), Language II (30).

Paper II: Child Development & Pedagogy (30), Mathematics & Science (60) or Social Studies/Social Science (60), Language I (30), Language II (30).

Conduct procedure (Appendix II): Follow instructions on admit card, no unfair means, special provisions for differently-abled (e.g., 50 extra minutes, scribe if eligible).

Centers: Across India (list in Appendix III); allotted based on preferences, but CBSE reserves right to change.

Evaluation and Result

OMR sheets evaluated; answer keys displayed on website for challenges (?1000 per question, non-refundable; refunded if accepted).

No re-evaluation after result declaration.

Qualifying Marks (Section 9): 60% (90/150) or more to pass.

Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled as per reservation policy (up to 5%).

OVERVIEW

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 is a national-level examination organized by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in the exam are declared CTET qualified, which makes them eligible to apply for teaching posts for Classes I to VIII in schools that recognize CTET scores, including Central Government schools. The CTET exam is conducted across India in 20 different languages, providing equal opportunity and accessibility to candidates from various linguistic backgrounds.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a qualifying examination to determine eligibility for appointment as a teacher for Classes I to VIII in central government schools (like KVS, NVS) and other applicable institutions. It is not a direct recruitment or selection process for jobs but establishes eligibility, which recruiting agencies verify later. Qualifying CTET does not guarantee employment; it is one criterion for teacher appointments. The process is based on the official CTET February 2026 Information Bulletin.

Check Eligibility

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as per NCTE guidelines (detailed in Section 6 of the bulletin).

For Primary Stage (Classes I-V): Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (or equivalent).

For Elementary Stage (Classes VI-VIII): Graduation and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (or equivalent), or Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed).

Relaxation of 5% in minimum marks for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled candidates.

Candidates are personally responsible for ensuring eligibility before applying.

Online Application

Applications were open from November 27, 2025, to December 18, 2025 (11:59 PM) via https://ctet.nic.in.

Steps:

Register with details like state, identification type, name, DOB, and gender.

Fill the application form, choose papers (Paper I for Classes I-V, Paper II for VI-VIII, or both), languages, exam center preferences (4 options), and educational details.

Upload scanned photo (10-100 KB, 3.5x4.5 cm) and signature (3-30 KB, 3.5x1.5 cm) in JPG/JPEG.

Pay fee online (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking):

General/OBC: 1000 (one paper), 1200 (both).

SC/ST/Differently-abled: 500 (one paper), ?600 (both).

Download and print confirmation page (no need to send to CBSE).

Multiple applications lead to cancellation.

Corrections allowed in specified period (except exam city) for details like name, DOB, category, papers, languages, etc. (no offline corrections).

Download e-Admit Card

Available on https://ctet.nic.in (dates notified on the website).

Contains exam details, center, and instructions.

Report discrepancies immediately to CTET Unit.

Candidates must report 120 minutes early: 7:30 AM for Paper II (Morning), 12:30 PM for Paper I (Evening). Latecomers not allowed.

Appear for the Examination

Date: February 8, 2026 (Sunday).

Schedule:

Paper II (Classes VI-VIII): 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (2.5 hours).

Paper I (Classes I-V): 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM (2.5 hours).

Format: Offline, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), 150 questions per paper, 1 mark each, no negative marking.

Bilingual question paper (Hindi/English).

Structure

Paper I: Child Development & Pedagogy (30), Mathematics (30), Environmental Studies (30), Language I (30), Language II (30).

Paper II: Child Development & Pedagogy (30), Mathematics & Science (60) or Social Studies/Social Science (60), Language I (30), Language II (30).

Conduct procedure (Appendix II): Follow instructions on admit card, no unfair means, special provisions for differently-abled (e.g., 50 extra minutes, scribe if eligible).

Centers: Across India (list in Appendix III); allotted based on preferences, but CBSE reserves right to change.

Evaluation and Result

OMR sheets evaluated; answer keys displayed on website for challenges (?1000 per question, non-refundable; refunded if accepted).

No re-evaluation after result declaration.

Qualifying Marks (Section 9): 60% (90/150) or more to pass.

Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled as per reservation policy (up to 5%).

Result declared on https://ctet.nic.in.

Issuance of Certificate and Mark Sheet

Successful candidates receive digital eligibility certificate and mark sheet via DigiLocker (account created automatically, credentials sent to registered mobile).

Digitally signed, legally valid under IT Act, with encrypted QR code for verification.

Lifetime validity (no reattempt limit; can reappear to improve score).

Photocopy of OMR sheet available post-result for ?500 via DD.

Post-Qualification

Use certificate for job applications in applicable schools.

Final eligibility verification by recruiting agency (e.g., KVS, state governments) – appearing/qualifying doesn't confirm eligibility.

False information leads to cancellation and legal action.