CTET February 2026 Online Form (Re-Opened)

Get complete details for the CTET February 2026 Exam Notification. The application form has been re-opened from December 27 to 30, 2025. Find information on important dates, application fees, eligibility criteria for Primary (Class 1-5) and Junior (Class 6-8) levels, and how to apply online. This is a crucial update for aspiring teachers.

Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 Exam: Online Form 2025 (Re-Opened)

Post Update Date: 27-12-2025

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

CTET February 2026 Exam: Short Notification Details

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) for February 2026. Interested candidates can find all the details regarding eligibility, exam dates, and application process below.

Important Dates

  • Application Begin: 27/11/2025
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 18/12/2025
  • Pay Exam Fee Last Date: 18/12/2025
  • Form Correction Window: 23/12/2025 to 26/12/2025
  • Complete Form (For Already Registered Candidates): 27-30 December 2025
  • Exam Date: 08/02/2026
  • Admit Card Available: Before Exam

Application Fee

  • For Single Paper (I or II)
  • General / OBC: ₹1000/-
  • SC / ST / PH: ₹500/-
  • For Both Papers (I & II)
  • General / OBC: ₹1200/-
  • SC / ST / PH: ₹600/-
  • Pay the examination fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI only.

CTET February 2026: Eligibility Details

Exam Level Eligibility Criteria
CTET Primary Level (Class 1 to 5)
  • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education. OR
  • Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education as per NCTE 2002 Norms. OR
  • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed). OR
  • Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor of Education (B.Ed).
  • Post-Graduation with a minimum of 55% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.
CTET Junior Level (Class 6 to 8)
  • Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education. OR
  • At least 50% marks in Graduation or Post-Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed). OR
  • Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed). OR
  • Any candidate having a qualified B.Ed. Programme recognized by the NCTE is eligible to appear in TET/CTET.
  • Post-Graduation with a minimum of 55% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.

How to Fill CTET February 2026 Online Form

  • Candidates should read the CTET Notification 2025 carefully before applying.
  • Ensure all details like name, father's name, date of birth, and qualification are filled correctly.
  • Upload all required documents in the specified format and size.
  • Review the application form thoroughly before final submission.
  • After submission, take a printout or save a PDF of the application form for future reference.