CTET 2026 Notification 📢 Apply Online for February Exam

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET 2026 Notification for the February session. If you dream of becoming a government teacher for Classes 1–5 or 6–8, this is your chance! 💼✨

Online applications are open from 27 November 2025 to 18 December 2025 through the official website ctet.nic.in.
Before applying, check all details including eligibility, fees, syllabus, and important dates below.

🌟 CTET 2026 Important Dates

👉 Tip: Submit early to avoid last-minute rush!

💰 CTET 2026 Application Fee

For One Paper (Paper I or Paper II)

• ⭐ General/OBC/EWS: ₹1000

• ⭐ SC/ST/PH: ₹500

For Both Papers (Paper I & II)

• ⭐ General/OBC/EWS: ₹1200

• ⭐ SC/ST/PH: ₹600

💳 You can pay through debit card, credit card, net banking, or e-challan.

🎯 CTET 2026 Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 17 Years

• Maximum Age: No upper age limit 🙌

• Unlimited attempts allowed!

📝 CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

📘 CTET Level 1 (Classes 1–5)

You must have any one of the following:

• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed

• Senior Secondary with 45% marks + D.El.Ed (as per NCTE 2002 norms)

• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed

• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Special Education

📌 Full details will be available in the official brochure.

📗 CTET Level 2 (Classes 6–8)

You must meet any one of the following:

• Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed

• Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed (1 year)

• Graduation with 45% marks + B.Ed (NCTE norms)

• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed

• Senior Secondary with 50% marks + 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed

• Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed (Special Education)

• Candidates with an NCTE-recognized B.Ed are also eligible 🎓

📚 CTET Exam Pattern 2026

📘 CTET Level 1 (Primary Stage)

📗 CTET Level 2 (Upper Primary Stage)

💼 CTET Teacher Salary 2026

✨ Attractive salary + job security = a bright teaching career!

🏆 CTET 2026 Selection Process

The process includes:

1. Written Examination

2. Merit List Preparation

3. Document Verification

🖥️ How to Apply for CTET 2026 Online (Step-by-Step) 🚀

1. Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in

2. Read the CTET 2026 Notification carefully

3. Click the Apply Online button

4. Fill out the application form with correct details

5. Upload scanned documents

6. Pay the application fee

7. Download your final submitted form 🧾

💡 Pro Tip: Keep a copy of your application and payment receipt.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

📌 Q1. When does the CTET 2026 form start?
➡️ 27 November 2025

📌 Q2. What is the last date to apply?
➡️ 18 December 2025

📌 Q3. When is the CTET 2026 exam?
➡️ 08 February 2026

📌 Q4. Where to apply?
➡️ Official website: ctet.nic.in

🎉 Conclusion & CTA

The CTET 2026 February session is a golden opportunity for future teachers. Don’t wait — complete your form before the deadline and start preparing early! 📚✨

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