The Central Board of Secondary education (CBSE) has officially started the application process for the september 2026 session of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). Candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 can now submit their applications online through the official CTET portal.
CTET 2026 Registration Start Date
The online registration process for CTET september 2026 began on May 11, 2026. Candidates can complete the application process through the official website:
Last Date to Apply
According to the official schedule, the last date to submit the CTET application form is:
- June 10, 2026 (11:59 PM)
The last date for fee payment is also june 10, 2026.
CTET 2026 Exam Date
CBSE will conduct the CTET september 2026 examination on:
- September 6, 2026 (Sunday)
Reports also suggest that if the number of applicants increases significantly, exams may additionally be held on September 5, 2026.
Important Dates at a Glance
Event
Date
Notification Release
May 11, 2026
Online application Starts
May 11, 2026
Last Date to Apply
June 10, 2026
Fee Payment Deadline
June 10, 2026
Correction Window
June 15–18, 2026
CTET Exam Date
September 6, 2026
Major Change This Year
CBSE has introduced an important change for the september 2026 session:
- Candidates will not be allowed to choose their examination city.
- Exam centres will be allotted by CBSE automatically.
Officials have advised candidates to carefully read the information bulletin before submitting applications.
Eligibility for CTET 2026
Paper I (Classes 1 to 5)
Candidates must have:
- Senior Secondary qualification with required marks
- Diploma in Elementary education (D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed) or equivalent
Paper II (Classes 6 to 8)
Candidates must have:
- Graduation degree
- B.Ed or equivalent teaching qualification
There is currently no age limit for appearing in CTET.
Application Fees
Category
One Paper
Both Papers
General/OBC
₹1000
₹1200
SC/ST/PwD
₹500
₹600
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online by:
Visiting the official CTET website
Completing registration
Filling personal and educational details
Uploading photograph and signature
Paying the application fee online
Downloading the confirmation page
Conclusion
The CTET september 2026 application process has officially begun, giving teaching aspirants across india the opportunity to qualify for central and state teaching jobs. Candidates are advised to apply early, carefully review eligibility conditions, and complete all formalities before the june 10 deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
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