CTET 2026 Application Window Reopened: The Central Board of Secondary Education has reopened the online application portal for the 22nd Edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). This is a fresh opportunity for eligible candidates who could not submit their application during the earlier registration period.
Latest Update: CBSE reopened the CTET online application portal on 25 August 2026. Eligible candidates can submit applications up to 1 September 2026. Candidates who already successfully submitted their CTET application earlier do not need to apply again.
CTET 2026 Overview
| Exam Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
|---|---|
| Examination | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Edition | 22nd Edition |
| Session | CTET 2026 |
| Update Type | Online Application Window Reopened |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
Important Dates
| Earlier Application Period | 11 May to 10 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Reopened Application Starts | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 September 2026 |
| Revised Examination Date | Will be announced by CBSE after closure of the reopened application portal. |
Important Exam Date Update: The earlier information bulletin mentioned 6 September 2026 as the examination date. However, CBSE's fresh notice dated 25 August states that the revised date of the 22nd CTET will be announced after the application portal closes. Candidates should therefore wait for the fresh official exam-date notice.
Who Should Apply?
- Eligible candidates who could not submit the CTET 2026 application during the earlier window.
- Candidates intending to qualify for teaching eligibility for Classes I to V through Paper I.
- Candidates intending to qualify for teaching eligibility for Classes VI to VIII through Paper II.
- Candidates intending to teach both levels may apply for both Paper I and Paper II.
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Eligibility
The minimum educational qualifications for CTET are governed by the applicable National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) regulations and the recruitment rules of the concerned schools or appointing authorities.
Candidates must confirm that they satisfy the prescribed educational qualification before submitting the online application. Reserved-category candidates are eligible for applicable relaxation in minimum qualifying educational marks as prescribed in the CTET rules. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Application Fee
| General / OBC-NCL – Paper I or II | ₹1,000 |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL – Both Papers | ₹1,200 |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled – Paper I or II | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled – Both Papers | ₹600 |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking through the official online portal |
Applicable bank or payment charges may be added as specified by CBSE. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
CTET Exam Pattern
| Paper I | For candidates intending to teach Classes I to V |
|---|---|
| Paper II | For candidates intending to teach Classes VI to VIII |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Marks Per Question | 1 Mark |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes per paper |
Documents / Details Required
- Valid personal and contact details
- Educational qualification information
- Latest scanned photograph in JPG/JPEG format
- Scanned signature in JPG/JPEG format
- Category information, where applicable
- Valid online payment method
Photo & Signature Requirements
| Photograph Format | JPG / JPEG |
|---|---|
| Photograph Size | 10 KB to 100 KB |
| Signature Format | JPG / JPEG |
| Signature Size | 3 KB to 30 KB |
How to Apply
1
Open the official CTET online application portal using the link given below.
2
New candidates should complete online registration using their personal, contact and address details.
3
Fill the CTET application form and select Paper I, Paper II or both according to your eligibility and teaching level.
4
Upload the latest photograph and signature in the prescribed JPG/JPEG format and file size.
5
Pay the applicable examination fee through the official online payment facility.
6
Submit the application and download the confirmation page for your records.
7
Complete the application process no later than 1 September 2026.
Important Links
Download CTET Reopening Official Notice
Apply Online / Candidate Login
Download CTET Information Bulletin
CTET Official Website
CBSE Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the CTET 2026 application window reopened?
Yes. CBSE reopened the online application portal from 25 August 2026.
What is the new last date to apply?
Eligible candidates can submit the online application up to 1 September 2026.
Who can use the reopened application window?
Eligible candidates who could not submit their application during the earlier registration period can use the reopened window.
Do candidates who already applied need to register again?
No. CBSE specifically states that candidates who already successfully submitted their application need not apply again.
When will CTET 2026 be conducted?
CBSE has stated that the revised examination date will be announced after the reopened application portal closes.
Where can candidates apply?
Applications must be submitted through the official CTET/CBSE online examination portal linked above.
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