CTET February 2026 Registration Begins – Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Complete Details

28 November 2025
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Exam NameCTET February 2026
Conducting BodyCentral Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Registration Start Date27 November 2025
Last Date to Apply18 December 2025 (11:59 PM)
Exam Date8 February 2026
Mode of ExamOMR-Based Offline
Apply Linkctet.nic.in
Exam LevelsPaper I (Class 1–5) & Paper II (Class 6–8)
Negative MarkingNo

Every year lakhs of Indian youth dream of becoming teachers and shaping the future of the nation. For many, this is more than an exam - it's a way to contribute to society, build respect, and secure a stable government teaching career. CTET February 2026 registration is now open, and this could be your moment to step forward.

CBSE has officially started the registration for CTET February 2026, giving aspirants the opportunity to become eligible for teaching positions in Classes 1–5 (Paper I) and Classes 6–8 (Paper II). The exam will be conducted on 8 February 2026 across 132 cities, in 20 languages, ensuring accessibility for candidates nationwide.


CTET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Online Registration Begins27 November 2025
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee18 December 2025
CTET Exam Date8 February 2026

Make sure you complete registration well before the deadline - don’t wait for the last day!


Eligibility Criteria (Paper-wise)

📘 Paper I – For Classes 1 to 5

Candidates must have any one of the following:

  • 10+2 (50% marks) + 2-year D.El.Ed
  • 10+2 (50% marks) + 4-year B.El.Ed
  • 10+2 (50% marks) + 2-year Special Education Diploma
  • Graduation (50%) + B.Ed (as per NCTE norms)

📗 Paper II – For Classes 6 to 8

  • Graduation + B.Ed (completed or final year)
  • Minimum age: 18 years | No upper age limit

This is a stress-free opportunity - no age barrier means even late aspirants can fulfil their teaching dreams.


CTET Exam Pattern – Key Highlights

  • OMR-based offline exam
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • +1 mark for each correct answer
  • No negative marking

Attempt fearlessly and score maximum marks - every attempt counts!


How to Apply for CTET 2026

  1. Go to the official website – ctet.nic.in
  2. Register and fill in personal & academic details
  3. Upload photograph & signature
  4. Pay the application fee and submit
  5. Save & print confirmation page

Before applying, verify educational eligibility carefully to avoid cancellation.


Next Step for Aspirants ✨

After applying, download the official information bulletin to understand the syllabus, subject weightage & marking scheme. Smart preparation is the key - and to help you get ahead, you can download free sample papers, PDFs, syllabus documents & previous papers here:
🔗 https://crazinessheirloom.com/yjswc9rkh3?key=2e5082f5ba07ae1d0c587d34b31f4d7e

Your CTET certificate may open doors to teaching opportunities in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, CBSE-affiliated schools & government institutions.

If teaching is your passion, this is your time. 🌟


Frequently Asked Questions – CTET Feb 2026

✔ What is the exam date for CTET February 2026?

8 February 2026.

✔ Last date to apply?

18 December 2025 (11:59 PM).

✔ Is there any age limit for CTET?

Minimum age is 18 years; no upper age limit.

✔ Can I attempt both Paper I and Paper II?

Yes, candidates can apply for both along with fulfilling eligibility criteria.

✔ Is there negative marking?

No, there is no negative marking.


CTET फरवरी 2026 पंजीकरण शुरू – योग्यता, परीक्षा पैटर्न और पूरी जानकारी 🇮🇳📚

देश के लाखों युवा शिक्षक बनने का सपना देखते हैं - और CTET यही सुनहरा मौका लेकर एक बार फिर आया है। यदि आप कक्षा 1–5 या 6–8 पढ़ाना चाहते हैं, तो CTET आपका पहला कदम है। पंजीकरण शुरू हो चुका है और परीक्षा 8 फरवरी 2026 को आयोजित होगी।


महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ

कार्यक्रमतिथि
पंजीकरण प्रारंभ27 नवंबर 2025
आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि18 दिसंबर 2025
परीक्षा तिथि8 फरवरी 2026

पात्रता मानदंड

📘 पेपर I (कक्षा 1–5)

  • 12वीं (50%) + D.El.Ed
  • 12वीं (50%) + B.El.Ed
  • 12वीं (50%) + Special Education Diploma
  • Graduation (50%) + B.Ed

📗 पेपर II (कक्षा 6–8)

  • Graduation + B.Ed (पूरा या अंतिम वर्ष)
  • न्यूनतम आयु 18 वर्ष, अधिकतम सीमा नहीं

परीक्षा पैटर्न

  • ऑफ़लाइन OMR आधारित परीक्षा
  • सभी प्रश्न MCQ
  • सही उत्तर पर +1 अंक
  • ❗ कोई निगेटिव मार्किंग नहीं

आवेदन कैसे करें

  1. ctet.nic.in पर जाएँ
  2. रजिस्ट्रेशन करें और फ़ॉर्म भरें
  3. दस्तावेज़ अपलोड करें
  4. शुल्क जमा करें
  5. प्रिंट कॉपी सुरक्षित रखें

तैयारी सामग्री (मुफ़्त PDF/सैंपल पेपर)

तैयारी शुरू करें और सफलता की ओर कदम बढ़ाएँ। यहाँ से मुफ्त PDF, सैंपल पेपर, नोटिफिकेशन डाउनलोड करें 👇
🔗 https://crazinessheirloom.com/yjswc9rkh3?key=2e5082f5ba07ae1d0c587d34b31f4d7e


सामान्य प्रश्न (FAQs)

प्रश्नउत्तर
परीक्षा कब होगी?8 फरवरी 2026
आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि?18 दिसंबर 2025
क्या उम्र सीमा है?न्यूनतम 18, अधिकतम नहीं
निगेटिव मार्किंग है?नहीं
दोनों पेपर दे सकते हैं?हाँ, पात्रता होनी चाहिए

आज ही आवेदन करें और शिक्षक बनने की अपनी यात्रा शुरू करें। आपकी मेहनत किसी भविष्य को रोशन कर सकती है ✨

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