The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will close the registration window for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test September 2026 on June 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates who wish to qualify for teaching positions in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other central government school systems must apply online at ctet.nic.in before this deadline.
The CTET exam will be held on September 6, 2026, across 132 cities in India in 27 languages. The examination is one of the most important gateway tests for aspirants seeking central government school teaching jobs in India.
CTET September 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | May 11, 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | June 10, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | June 10, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | June 15 to June 18, 2026 |
| Exam Date | September 6, 2026 |
Paper Structure and Exam Timing
| Paper | Target Class Level | Shift | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper II | Classes 6 to 8 | Morning | 9:30 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Paper I | Classes 1 to 5 | Evening | 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
Application Fee
| Category | Single Paper | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General and OBC | Rs 700 | Rs 1,000 |
| SC, ST, and PwD | Rs 350 | Rs 500 |
Eligibility at a Glance
- Paper I: Class 12 with 50% marks plus 2-year D.El.Ed or graduation with B.Ed
- Paper II: Graduation with 50% marks plus B.Ed from a recognised university
- No restriction on the number of attempts
There is no age limit for CTET. Candidates who have already qualified can appear again to improve their score and strengthen their application for teaching recruitment in central schools.
