CBSE CTET Notification 2026 Released | Download Official Information Bulletin & Apply Online Now!

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET Notification 2026 on 25 November 2025, opening the gateway for teaching aspirants across India to secure eligibility for Primary (Classes 1–5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6–8) teaching positions. With lakhs of candidates appearing every year. 

The release of the CTET 2026 Information Bulletin marks the beginning of the application process, and candidates can now apply online through the official CTET website till 18 December 2025. The CTET exam will be held on 8 February 2026. 

What’s New in the CTET Notification 2026?

The CTET notification 2026 brings important updates that every applicant must check before applying. 

• CTET 2026 Online Application Begins
• Revised Exam Pattern & Updated Syllabus
• New Eligibility Clarifications for B.Ed & D.El.Ed Candidates
• OMR-based Offline Exam Mode Continues
• CTET Certificate Validity: Lifetime

These CTET updates ensure candidates get a transparent and clear understanding of the entire CTET 2026 exam process.

CBSE CTET Notification 2026 Details

How to Download the CTET Information Bulletin 2026?

Follow these steps to download the official CTET Information Bulletin 2026:

1. Visit the official CTET website
2. Click on CTET 2026 Information Bulletin
3. Download the PDF
4. Read eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus and instructions carefully

The Information bulletin contains every detail required to apply correctly.

Click here to download CTET Information Bulletin 2026 & Save the PDF

How to Apply Online for CTET 2026?

1. Visit the official CTET website
2. Click on “Apply for CTET 2026”
3. Register with your mobile number & email
4. Fill in personal, academic, and contact details
5. Upload documents:
   • Photograph
   • Signature
   • Educational certificates
6. Pay the CTET application fee 2026 online
7. Download the confirmation page for future reference

Make sure to review all details before submitting the form.

Why Should You Apply for CTET 2026?

Clearing CTET 2026 gives you:

• Eligibility for central & state government teaching jobs
• Higher chances of selection in CBSE, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan & Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti
• Lifetime validity of CTET certificate
• Better career stability & salary growth

For anyone aiming to become a teacher, CTET is the first and most important step.

CTET Eligibility Criteria 2026

To apply for CTET 2026, candidates must meet the CTET eligibility 2026 set by CBSE. The eligibility differs for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

Paper I (Primary Level – Classes 1–5)

• Passed Senior Secondary (50% marks) with 2-year D.El.Ed
• Passed Senior Secondary (45% marks) with 2-year D.El.Ed (NCTE norms)
• Graduated with 2-year D.El.Ed

Paper II (Upper Primary Level – Classes 6–8)

• Graduated with 50% marks and B.Ed
• Passed Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed, B.Ed, or B.Sc.Ed

These are the minimum CTET 2026 qualifications needed to apply.

CTET paper 1 & paper 2 Syllabus 2026

CTET 2026 syllabus for Paper 1 & 2 covers teaching skills, pedagogy, language and subjects, helping aspirants prepare strategically. Paper I is for candidates who wish to teach Classes I to V (Primary Stage) while Paper 2 is for those who wish to teach Classes VI to VIII (Elementary / Upper-Primary Stage)

• Click here to download CTET paper 1 syllabus 2026
• Click here to download CTET paper 2 syllabus 2026

CTET 2026 Application Fee Structure

CTET 2026 Important Instructions & Correction Window

• Only CTET online applications are accepted. Fax, email or hard-copy applications are not permitted.
• Upload scanned photograph and signature in the specified format and size, incorrect submissions may lead to rejection.
• Once fee is submitted, no changes can be made, but there may be a limited correction window (subject to CTET portal notification) for certain details (name, DOB, category, exam city or opted paper) before admit card release.
• After submission, print or save the confirmation page for future reference.
• Qualifying CTET does not guarantee a teaching appointment, it only certifies that one meets the basic eligibility criteria. Final recruitment depends on the hiring agency / School / State’s recruitment rules.

CTET 2026 Exam Centres & Languages

As per the CTET 2026 Information Bulletin, the CTET 2026 exam will be conducted across 132 cities in India, and in 20 different languages, offering broad accessibility to candidates from diverse linguistic backgrounds. For an exact list of cities and language-code options (for Language I & II), read the CTET 2026 Information Bulletin PDF. 

Refer the following link to know more about CBSE CTET Notification 2026

CBSE Announces CTET 2026 Exam Date | Check Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Eligibility

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