CBSE CTET 2026 February Notification – Registration, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Online Apply Link

CBSE CTET 2026 February Notification has been officially released by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Below is a complete detailed article about CBSE CTET 2026 February Registration, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Exam Date, Application Process.

CBSE CTET 2026 February Notification Overview

CBSE CTET 2026 February – Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility is determined by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines. To be eligible for for CTET 2026 February, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria.

Educational Qualifications

For Paper I (Classes I to V)

• Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in final year of Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR
• Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and passed/appearing in final year of D.El.Ed (NCTE recognized) OR
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in final year of B.El.Ed OR
• Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.Ed

For Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)

• Graduation and passed/appearing in final year of D.El.Ed OR
• Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.Ed OR
• Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed/appearing in B.Ed (NCTE recognized) OR
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in final year of B.A./B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed OR
• Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.Ed (Special Education)

Relaxation of 5% marks is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled candidates.

CBSE CTET 2026 February – Important Dates

Examination Fees

Payment can be made Online via Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking

CBSE CTET Exam Pattern

CTET Exam Pattern for Paper I (Classes I to V)

• Child Development & Pedagogy – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Language I – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Language II – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Mathematics – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Environmental Studies – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Total: 150 MCQs (150 Marks)

CBSE CTET Exam Pattern for Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)

• Child Development & Pedagogy – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Language I – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Language II – 30 MCQs (30 Marks)
• Mathematics & Science – 60 MCQs (60 Marks) OR
• Social Studies/Social Science – 60 MCQs (60 Marks)
• Total: 150 MCQs (150 Marks)

No negative marking. Each question carries 1 mark.

CBSE CTET Qualifying Marks & Certificate Validity

• Minimum qualifying marks: 60% (90 out of 150)
• Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled candidates as per government policy
• CTET Certificate Validity: Lifetime
• Unlimited attempts allowed; candidates can reappear to improve scores

Applicability of CTET Scores

• Mandatory for teachers in KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools, and schools under UTs
• Applicable to unaided private schools (optional)
• State governments may adopt CTET if they do not conduct their own TET
• CBSE-affiliated schools must appoint teachers who have qualified CTET/TET

How to Apply Online for CBSE CTET February 2026

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 application process is completely online. Candidates must carefully follow the steps below to ensure successful registration.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

Step 1: Visit Official Website

• Go to the CTET official website: https://ctet.nic.in
• Click on the “Apply Online” link.

Step 2: Fill Authentication Form

• Enter details such as:
  • State
  • Identification type (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
  • Candidate’s Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Gender

Step 3: Complete Online Application Form

• Fill in all required particulars:
  • Personal details (Name, Father’s/Mother’s Name, DOB as per Class X certificate)
  • Category, Paper choice (Paper I / Paper II / Both)
  • Educational qualifications
  • Preferred exam city (choose 4 options in order of preference)
• Choose a secure password (8–13 characters, with uppercase, lowercase, numeric, and special characters).

Step 4: Upload Scanned Images

• Photograph:
  • Format: JPG/JPEG
  • Size: 10–100 KB
  • Dimensions: 3.5 cm (width) × 4.5 cm (height)
• Signature:
  • Format: JPG/JPEG
  • Size: 3–30 KB
  • Dimensions: 3.5 cm (length) × 1.5 cm (height)

Ensure the latest photograph is uploaded, as it will be verified at the exam centre.

Step 5: Pay Examination Fee

• Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking)
• Fee Structure:
  • General/OBC (NCL): ₹1000 (one paper), ₹1200 (both papers)
  • SC/ST/Differently-abled: ₹500 (one paper), ₹600 (both papers)
• GST as applicable will be charged extra by the bank.

Fee once paid is non-refundable.

Step 6: Download Confirmation Page

• After successful payment, a Confirmation Page will be generated.
• Download and print it for record and future reference.

Important Notes

• Apply only once; multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
• Ensure eligibility before applying; CBSE will not verify eligibility during application.
• Keep mobile number and email ID active for CTET alerts and updates.
• Correction window will be available for limited fields (except exam city).

CBSE CTET 2026 Online Application Link

CBSE CTET February 2026 – Language Codes

Candidates must choose two languages while applying for CTET:

• Language I: Medium of instruction (the language in which you are most proficient)
• Language II: Must be different from Language I, used to test communication and comprehension skills

Below is the complete list of available languages with their code numbers:

📌 Important Notes

• Candidates must opt two different languages (Language I & II) while filling the application form.
• The choice of languages must be indicated clearly in the Confirmation Page.
• The main question paper will be bilingual (Hindi/English), but candidates can answer in their chosen language.
• Language selection cannot be changed after the correction window closes.

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