CTET September 2026 Form Re-Open, Exam Date Postponed

CTET September 2026 Form Re-Open and Exam Date Postponed

Short Description: CTET September 2026 Notification: CTET application form has been re-opened from 25 August 2026 to 01 September 2026. The previously scheduled exam on 06 September 2026 has been postponed, and the new exam date will be announced soon. Check important dates, application fee, age limit, eligibility and other details.

CTET September 2026 – Notification (Re‑Open)

Form Re‑Open from 25 August 2026 | Exam Date Postponed – New Date Soon

Important Information

📅 Important Dates

Notification Release Date : 11 May 2026
Application Starts From : 11 May 2026
Last Date for Submission (Original) : 10 June 2026
Edit / Correction Date : 15 – 18 June 2026
Form Re‑Open Date : 25 August 2026
Re‑Open Last Date : 01 September 2026
Original Exam Date : 06 September 2026 (Postponed)
New Exam Date : Available Soon
Admit Card Released : 2 Days Before Exam
Result : To Be Announced

💰 Application Fee

For Single Paper (I or II)
General / OBC (NCL) : ₹ 1,000/-
SC / ST / PH : ₹ 500/-
For Both Papers (I & II)
General / OBC (NCL) : ₹ 1,200/-
SC / ST / PH : ₹ 600/-

💳 Payment through online mode only (Credit/Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI). Fee once paid will not be refunded.

Age Limit & Total Posts

📌 Age Limit

Minimum Age : Not specified
Maximum Age : Not specified

✔ Note: There is no age bar for appearing in CTET.

📊 Total Seats / Posts

N/A

(Eligibility certificate – no fixed vacancies)

Post Name & Eligibility

📖 Level	✅ Qualification
Level‑1 (Class 1‑5)	12th (Senior Secondary) with at least 50% marks and a 2‑year D.El.Ed./JBT. 12th with 45% marks and D.El.Ed. (as per NCTE norms). 12th with 50% marks and 4‑year B.El.Ed. 12th with 50% marks and 2‑year Diploma in Special Education.
Level‑2 (Class 6‑8)	Graduation with a 2‑year D.El.Ed. Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. Graduation with 45% marks and B.Ed. (as per NCTE norms). 12th with 50% marks and 4‑year B.El.Ed. 12th with 50% marks and 4‑year B.A./B.Sc. B.Ed. integrated course. Graduation with 50% marks and B.Ed. (Special Education). Any NCTE‑recognised B.Ed. programme is also acceptable.

Level‑I (PRT) Exam Pattern – Paper I

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Child Development and Pedagogy	30	30	02:30 Hours
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Mathematics	30	30
Environmental Studies (EVS)	30	30
Total	150	150	2:30 Hours

Note: No negative marking. Each question carries 1 mark.

Level‑II (TGT) Exam Pattern – Paper II

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Child Development and Pedagogy	30	30	02:30 Hours
Language I	30	30
Language II	30	30
Math, Science OR Social Science / Social Studies	60	60
Total	150	150	2:30 Hours

Note: Candidates choose either Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies. No negative marking.

Selection Process

Written Examination – Objective type (MCQs) for the chosen paper(s).
Qualifying Marks – As per CTET norms (General: 60%, SC/ST/OBC/PwD: 55%).
No Interview – Selection is solely based on the written test score.
Certificate Issuance – Successful candidates receive a CTET certificate valid for 7 years.

How to Apply for CTET September 2026

Visit the official CTET website: ctet.nic.in
Read the full notification and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
Click on the online application link and register with a valid email and mobile number.
Fill in personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
Upload a recent photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee through online modes (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
Review all entries before final submission.
Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Use the correction window (15–18 June 2026) if any modification is needed.
If you missed the earlier deadline, you can apply again during the Re‑Open period (25 August – 01 September 2026).

Note – सभी उम्मीदवारों से अनुरोध है कि आवेदन करने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यानपूर्वक जरूर पढ़ें। Notification में दी गई Last Date, Age Limit, Qualification एवं अन्य महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी जांचने के बाद ही आवेदन फॉर्म भरें।

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Important Instructions

Eligibility: Candidates must fulfill the qualification criteria for the chosen level (Paper I or II).
Application Mode: Only online applications are accepted. No offline forms.
Correction Window: Available from 15 – 18 June 2026.
Re‑Open Facility: Form will be available again from 25 August 2026 to 01 September 2026.
Admit Card: Will be released 2 days before the examination date.
Exam Date: Originally scheduled for 06 September 2026, but postponed. New date will be announced soon.
Answer Key & Result: Will be published on the official website after the exam.
Official Website: Regularly visit ctet.nic.in for the latest updates.

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FAQs

When is the CTET September 2026 exam?

The exam was originally scheduled for 06 September 2026 but has been postponed. The new date will be announced soon on the official website.

Is the application form still open?

Yes, the form has been re‑opened from 25 August 2026 and will close on 01 September 2026 (11:59 PM).

What is the application fee for CTET 2026?

For single paper: General/OBC – ₹1,000, SC/ST/PH – ₹500. For both papers: General/OBC – ₹1,200, SC/ST/PH – ₹600.

What is the qualification for Paper I (Class 1-5)?

12th pass with 50% marks and a 2‑year D.El.Ed./JBT, or 12th with 50% and 4‑year B.El.Ed., etc. See the eligibility table above.

What is the qualification for Paper II (Class 6-8)?

Graduation with B.Ed./D.El.Ed., or 12th with B.El.Ed. / integrated B.Sc. B.Ed., etc. Refer to the table for full details.

Is there any negative marking?

No, there is no negative marking in the CTET examination.

How can I download the admit card?

Admit cards will be available 2 days before the examination date on the official CTET website.

Conclusion

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 is a national‑level examination conducted by the CBSE. The online application process started on 11 May 2026 and originally closed on 10 June 2026. However, the form has been re‑opened from 25 August 2026 to 01 September 2026 for candidates who missed the earlier deadline. The examination was scheduled for 06 September 2026 but has been postponed; the new exam date will be announced shortly. Candidates can apply for either Paper‑I (for classes 1‑5) or Paper‑II (for classes 6‑8), or both, based on their eligibility. There is no age limit for appearing in CTET. The selection is purely based on the written test, which consists of 150 multiple‑choice questions with no negative marking. Qualified candidates receive a CTET certificate, which is valid for seven years and is essential for teaching positions in central and many state government schools. All updates, including the revised exam date and admit card availability, will be posted on the official CTET website ctet.nic.in.

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