CTET September 2026 Application Reopened Until September 1, September 6 Exam Postponed
- CBSE has reopened CTET September 2026 applications from August 25 to September 1, 2026.
- The September 6 examination has been postponed, with the revised CTET exam date yet to be announced.
- CTET includes Paper I for Classes I–V and Paper II for Classes VI–VIII, with each paper carrying 150 marks.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reopened online applications for the 22nd edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), providing an additional registration window from August 25 to September 1, 2026. Candidates who could not submit their forms during the original application period can use the reopened window through the official CTET portal.
In another significant change, the CTET September 2026 examination scheduled for September 6 has been postponed. CBSE will announce the revised examination date separately. Candidates should therefore treat the earlier September 6 schedule as cancelled and monitor the CTET portal for the new examination programme.
The original application process ran from May 11 to June 10, followed by an application correction window from June 15 to June 18. CTET is conducted at the national level for determining teacher eligibility, with Paper I intended for Classes I to V and Paper II for Classes VI to VIII.
CTET September 2026 Notice Out
| Organization | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Edition | 22nd Edition |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Mode | Offline – OMR Based |
| Papers | Paper I and Paper II |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Reopened Application Dates | August 25 to September 1, 2026 |
| Exam Date | Postponed – Revised date to be announced |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET Application Reopened and Exam Postponed
The reopening of the application portal is the latest development in the CTET September 2026 examination process. Candidates now have until September 1 to complete their online applications.
At the same time, the written examination planned for September 6, 2026 will not be conducted on that date. The revised CTET exam date has not yet been announced.
Candidates who apply during the reopened window should regularly check official updates regarding the revised examination schedule, admit card and other examination-related instructions.
Important Dates
| Notification Release | May 2026 |
| Original Online Application Start | May 11, 2026 |
| Original Last Date to Apply | June 10, 2026 – 11:59 PM |
| Original Correction Window | June 15–18, 2026 |
| Reopened Application Starts | August 25, 2026 |
| Reopened Application Last Date | September 1, 2026 |
| Earlier CTET Exam Date | September 6, 2026 – Postponed |
| Revised Exam Date | To be announced |
CTET Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility differs according to the teaching level for which a candidate intends to appear.
| Level | Broad Qualification |
|---|---|
| Primary Teacher Level – Paper I | 12th Pass + prescribed Diploma in Education/JBT or other recognized teacher education qualification |
| Classes VI–VIII Level – Paper II | Graduation + prescribed teacher education qualification such as B.Ed./B.El.Ed., as applicable |
Candidates should check the detailed CTET eligibility provisions applicable to their academic and teacher-training qualifications before submitting the application. Eligibility can vary depending on the particular qualification route prescribed under the applicable teacher education rules.
CTET September 2026 Exam Pattern
CTET consists entirely of Multiple Choice Questions. Each correct answer carries one mark, and there is no negative marking.
Each paper contains 150 questions for a total of 150 marks. Candidates are given 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete each paper.
Paper I Exam Pattern – Classes I to V
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper I is intended for candidates seeking teacher eligibility for Classes I to V.
Paper II Exam Pattern – Classes VI to VIII
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies/Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II is intended for candidates seeking eligibility to teach Classes VI to VIII.
Candidates intending to establish eligibility for both levels may appear for both Paper I and Paper II.
CTET Application Fee
The fee structure should be verified against the instructions applicable to the reopened application window before payment.
The previously stated CTET fee structure is:
| Category | Paper I or Paper II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 1,200 |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled Person | Rs. 500 | Rs. 600 |
Applicable GST or bank charges may be additional. Candidates should confirm the current fee displayed on the official application portal before completing payment.
How to Apply for CTET September 2026
- Visit the official CTET website at ctet.nic.in.
- Open the CTET September 2026 application link available during the reopened registration period.
- Complete the required registration process if applying for the first time.
- Enter the required personal, educational and teacher-training qualification details.
- Upload the scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Select the appropriate paper or papers and examination preferences as required.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment method.
- Review all information carefully before final submission.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates using the reopened application facility should complete the process by September 1, 2026.
Revised CTET Exam Date
The September 6, 2026 examination date has been postponed. A fresh date for Paper I and Paper II will be announced by CBSE separately.
Candidates should not rely on the earlier examination schedule when making travel or other arrangements. Details concerning the revised exam date, examination city information and admit card schedule should be checked on the official CTET website once announced.
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