CTET February 2026 Public Notice and Exam Cycle

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a fresh public notice dated 28.11.2025 regarding the upcoming Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) scheduled for February 2026. This notice serves as a preliminary alert for lakhs of teaching aspirants across India, confirming that the eligibility test will proceed as per the established national standards. The exam remains a mandatory qualification for individuals seeking teaching positions in schools under the Central Government's administrative control.

The CTET examination will be conducted in two shifts, covering Paper I for those intending to teach Classes I to V and Paper II for those targeting Classes VI to VIII. Candidates who meet the educational qualifications prescribed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), such as a B.Ed or D.El.Ed, are eligible to appear for one or both papers. The test will be conducted in multiple languages across various examination cities to facilitate wide participation from all regions.

The examination structure for CTET February 2026 includes:

• Paper I: 150 Multiple Choice Questions focusing on Child Development, Mathematics, and Language.
• Paper II: 150 Multiple Choice Questions specializing in Science/Maths or Social Science subjects.
• Qualifying Criteria: Minimum 60% marks required for General category candidates.
• Validity: The CTET qualifying certificate remains valid for a lifetime.

Candidates are encouraged to prepare their digital documents, including recent photographs and identity proof, in anticipation of the online registration window. The detailed Information Bulletin, which will contain the full syllabus, fee structure, and list of examination centres, will be hosted on the official CTET portal shortly. Regular monitoring of the portal is necessary to stay updated on the exact date for the commencement of the application process. Full details are provided in the official public notice.