The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reopened the online application process for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026. The reopening gives eligible candidates another opportunity to submit their CTET application form.
The CTET is a national-level eligibility examination for candidates who wish to pursue teaching careers at the primary and elementary school levels. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility requirements can apply through the official CTET portal.
As per the latest update, the reopened application window is available from 25 August 2026 to 1 September 2026. Candidates who had already submitted their applications successfully during the earlier window do not need to apply again.
Important Update: CBSE has reopened the CTET September 2026 application portal following a review petition before the Hon’ble Supreme Court. Eligible candidates who could not apply during the previous application period can use this opportunity to complete their application.
CTET September 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), September 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Edition | 22nd Edition |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Qualification | Senior Secondary (10+2) / Graduation with required teacher-training qualification |
| Age Limit | No specific age limit |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000/- onwards |
| Original Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Reopened Application Period | 25 August to 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be updated |
| Exam Centres in Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati & Silchar |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Official Portal | ctet.nic.in |
CTET September 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the educational requirements prescribed for the respective CTET paper. The eligibility conditions are based on the norms notified by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) and other applicable authorities.
CTET Paper I – Classes I to V
Candidates seeking eligibility for teaching Classes I to V may qualify through any of the applicable routes, including:
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education as per applicable NCTE regulations.
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
- Graduation with at least 50% marks along with B.Ed., subject to the applicable conditions.
Candidates should verify the latest eligibility provisions before submitting the application.
CTET Paper II – Classes VI to VIII
For teaching Classes VI to VIII, the applicable qualifications include routes such as:
- Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in a 1-year B.Ed.
- Graduation with at least 45% marks and B.Ed. as permitted under applicable NCTE regulations.
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.El.Ed.
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed.
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in a 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education).
Candidates pursuing recognized teacher-education programmes may also be eligible under the applicable CTET guidelines.
CTET September 2026 Application Fee
The examination fee depends on the candidate’s category and whether they are appearing for one paper or both papers.
| Category | Paper I or Paper II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL | ₹1,000/- | ₹1,200/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500/- | ₹600/- |
Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the examination fee through the available online payment methods, such as debit card, credit card or net banking.
CTET September 2026 Exam Pattern
CTET is conducted for two levels:
- Paper I: For candidates intending to teach Classes I to V.
- Paper II: For candidates intending to teach Classes VI to VIII.
- Candidates who want eligibility for both levels can appear for both papers.
- The question paper is generally provided in bilingual format (Hindi/English), subject to the applicable language choices.
How to Apply for CTET September 2026?
Eligible candidates can complete the application process through the official CTET website.
Step-by-step application process
- Visit the official CTET website.
- Open the link for the CTET September 2026 application.
- Complete the registration process, if required.
- Enter your personal, academic and other required information.
- Select the appropriate CTET paper and examination centre.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Carefully check all entered information.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and keep a copy of the completed application form for future reference.
CTET September 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original Application Start | 11 May 2026 |
| Reopened Application Start | 25 August 2026 |
| Reopened Application Last Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | 7–10 September 2026 |
| Admit Card | Two days before the examination |
| CTET Examination | To be updated |
| Result | To be updated |
Important Points for Candidates
- Candidates who already submitted their application successfully do not need to register again.
- Candidates who missed the earlier application opportunity can use the reopened window, subject to eligibility.
- Check all personal and educational details carefully before final submission.
- Keep the application confirmation and payment details safely.
- Candidates should regularly check the official CTET portal for updates regarding the exam date, admit card and result.
- The CTET eligibility certificate has lifetime validity, subject to the applicable rules.
Important Web Links
- CTET Official Website: https://ctet.nic.in
- NCTE Official Website: https://ncte.gov.in
- CTET Admit Card: Check the official CTET portal for the latest admit-card update.
Important Web-Links of CTET Notification
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Correction Window Notice | Click Here |
| Reopen Notice | Click Here |
| CTET Question Papers | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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