The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the CTET February Exam Date 2026. CTET will take place on 08 February 2026 for candidates aiming to teach Classes I to VIII. Candidates will complete the application process online according to the scheduled dates.
CTET February 2026 – Complete Notification Details
CBSE conducts the Central Teacher Eligibility Test to assess candidates for teaching positions in KVS, NVS, and other CBSE-affiliated schools.
For the CTET February 2026 session, CBSE has released the exam schedule along with application and fee details. The online application process starts on 27 December 2025 and ends on 30 December 2025. Candidates must complete the form submission and fee payment within the given timeline to avoid rejection.
CTET will conduct the February 2026 examination on 08 February 2026. The board will release the admit card a few days earlier, and candidates can download it from the official CTET website using login credentials.
Important Dates – CTET February 2026
Application Start Date: 27 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 30 December 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment: 30 December 2025
Correction Window: 23 December to 26 December 2025
Complete Form / Final Submit Date: 27 December to 30 December 2025
CTET Exam Date: 08 February 2026
Exam City Details: Notify Later
Admit Card Release: Before Exam
Result Declaration: Will Be Updated Here Soon
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official CTET website for the latest updates.
Application Fee Details
For Paper-I
General and OBC Candidates: ₹1000
SC, ST, and PWD Candidates: ₹500
For Both Paper-I and Paper-II
General and OBC Candidates: ₹1200
SC, ST, and PWD Candidates: ₹600
Mode of Payment
The examination fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Age Limit – CTET February 2026
No Age Limit
As per CBSE CTET rules, there is no minimum or maximum age restriction to appear for the CTET examination. Candidates who meet the required educational qualifications can apply irrespective of their age.
CTET Papers Details
Paper-I: For candidates intending to teach Classes I to V
Paper-II: For candidates intending to teach Classes VI to VIII
Candidates can apply for Paper-I, Paper-II, or both, depending on their eligibility and teaching preference.
Why CTET is Important
Mandatory eligibility for Central Government teaching jobs
Accepted by KVS, NVS, and CBSE-affiliated schools
Lifetime validity of CTET certificate
Improves teaching career opportunities
National-level recognition
How to Download CTET Admit Card 2026
Visit the official CTET website
Click on the CTET February 2026 Admit Card link
Enter application number and date of birth
Download and print the admit card for exam use
