NewsIMTSThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon release the notification for the 21st edition of Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025. The exam will be conducted on 8 February 2026 in two shifts for Paper 1 (primary teachers) and Paper 2 (elementary teachers). The notification is expected by October 31, 2025. Eligible candidates must be at least 21 years old with specific educational qualifications. Each paper consists of 150 multiple-choice questions worth 150 marks with no negative marking. The application fee is Rs 1000 for one paper and Rs 1200 for both papers for General/OBC candidates. To apply, visit www.ctet.nic.in, complete the registration, upload documents, pay the fee, and download the confirmation page. The CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime. (Updated 30 Oct 2025, 17:39 IST; source: link)
What is CTET 2025 and when will it be conducted?
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025 notification is expected to be released by October 31, 2025. This will be the 21st edition of the exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education. The test is scheduled for February 8, 2026, and will be held in two shifts. Paper 1 is for candidates who wish to teach classes 1 to 5 (primary teachers), while Paper 2 is for those aiming to teach classes 6 to 8 (elementary teachers). Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess specific educational qualifications to be eligible for the exam.
Exam pattern and application process for CTET 2025
Each CTET paper consists of 150 multiple-choice questions worth 150 marks with no negative marking for wrong answers. Candidates can apply for either one or both papers based on their teaching preferences. The application fee is Rs 1000 for one paper and Rs 1200 for both papers for General and OBC candidates. To apply, candidates must visit the official website, complete the registration form, upload required documents, pay the application fee, and download the confirmation page. The CTET certificate, once obtained, is valid for a lifetime, making it a valuable qualification for teaching positions.
Key Points
- The exam will be conducted on 8 February 2026 in two shifts for Paper 1 (primary teachers) and Paper 2 (elementary teachers).
- The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon release the notification for the 21st edition of Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025.
- The notification is expected by October 31, 2025.