The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has initiated the registration process for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) scheduled for September 2026. According to the official announcement, the 22nd edition of CTET is set to take place on September 6, 2026 (Sunday) for both Paper I and Paper II. Candidates may apply online via the official websites at ctet.nic.in and cbse.gov.in.
The online application process started on May 11, 2026, and candidates are permitted to submit their application forms until June 10, 2026, by 11:59 pm. The board has also indicated that should the number of applicants rise significantly, the examination may also be held on September 5, 2026 (Saturday).
CTET September 2026: Important dates
| Event | Date |
| Start of online application | May 11, 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | June 10, 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Last date for fee payment | June 10, 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Application correction window | June 15 to June 18, 2026 |
| Admit card release | Two days before the exam |
| CTET September 2026 exam date | September 6, 2026 |
| Possible additional exam date | September 5, 2026 |
| Tentative result declaration | By the end of October 2026 |
Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly review the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, and examination guidelines outlined in the official information bulletin prior to submitting their applications.
The board has also made available a correction facility for candidates wishing to amend their submitted application forms. Corrections to uploaded details will be permitted from June 15 to June 18, 2026. Admit cards will be issued approximately two days before the examination date.
CTET is administered for candidates aspiring to achieve eligibility for teaching positions in central government schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other institutions that accept CTET scores. The examination will be conducted in 27 languages across 132 cities nationwide.
Paper I is designed for individuals aiming to instruct students in Classes 1 to 5, whereas Paper II caters to those who plan to teach Classes 6 to 8. Candidates who wish to teach across Classes 1 to 8 are permitted to take both papers.
According to CBSE regulations, candidates who achieve a score of 60 percent or higher in the examination will be deemed CTET qualified. Nevertheless, merely qualifying for the CTET does not ensure employment, as it is only one of the criteria for teacher recruitment.
