The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced that the CTET will be held starting on February 8, 2026, during the February test session. This national examination is taken by individuals who want to become teachers for central government or CBSE-affiliated schools throughout India.
Exam Dates and Schedule
- The CTET exam will be held over two days — February 7 and 8, 2026 — due to a surge in registrations.
- Exams will be conducted in two shifts each day:
- 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
- 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
- Both Paper I (for Classes 1–5) and Paper II (for classes 6–8) will be scheduled during these shifts as per the admit card allotted.
Admit Cards Released
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has made available for download the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) Admit Cards for those taking the examination for the February 2023 session. All candidates must download their hall tickets and verify their respective examination city, shift timing, and reporting time before going to their assigned examination centre.
Exam Centres Will Be Spread Out Across The Whole Country
The CTET is going to be administered in more than 140 cities throughout the country. This great number of cities is indicative of the national scope of this examination designed to evaluate whether someone qualifies for the occupation of a teacher.
The examination centres in each of these cities are putting The appropriate plans in place in order to accommodate the large number of candidates who will take the CTET examination.
Candidates Must Follow CBSE Examination Guidelines
CBSE has issued instructions for the candidates who will be taking the CTET:
- Admit cards must be printed and presented along with valid (photo identification) identification prior to being allowed access to the examination centre. Candidates who do not present either a valid photo identification card or admit card will not be allowed to take the CTET.
- Candidates must report to their respective examination centres well before the reporting time. Any candidates who arrive after the reporting time will not be allowed to take the examination.
- There will be no changes in the examination centres, examination cities, or examination dates accepted after the admissions process is closed.
Event Of Two Days? High Volume Of Applicants
The examination will occur over a two day period as opposed to a one day period because of the large volume (over 25,00 registered candidates) on the total number of applicants for this examination.
What CTET Means for Aspirants?
The CTET exam is a prerequisite for anyone interested in teaching children from kindergarten/elementary school (1-8th grade) through any publicly funded school or other government-endorsed schools. Having passed includes getting a job in some of the largest employers of teachers, including the Kendriya Vidyalaya and Navodaya Vidyalaya, as well as many smaller employers throughout India.
Some last-minute tips to assist future teachers include:
- Making sure that you have reviewed your identify and location on your exam card so that you’re prepared for the day of testing;
- Bringing your identification (i.e., ID or driver’s license) and your admission ticket along on the day of the examination;
- Arriving at the testing site well before testing begins to minimise waiting in the queue since many people will be arriving at the same time as you are to take their test, and this will cause delays in your ability to take your own test;
- Staying calm throughout your testing experience and concentrating on doing your best.
Additional security measures have been implemented to ensure that no one cheats during any part of the examination.
Strict Guidelines and Security Measures
The CBSE has emphasized the need for strict compliance with the examination requirements; students must carry their examination admit card as well as a photo identification that is current and valid; students are not permitted to bring any electronic devices, reference materials or other items that are prohibited into the examination centre; all candidates will go through a search and verification process to ensure transparency and maintain order.
Importance of CTET for Teaching Aspirants
CTET is an important eligibility test for those wishing to teach from class I through VIII in central government schools/Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) affiliated schools, as successfully passing this test qualifies the individual to apply for many teaching positions at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya, and other recognised/supported schools.
Advisory for candidates
All examinees have been instructed to be present at their designated test locations prior to the reporting time; to carefully adhere to all directions for their exam; and to stay calm/focused on their exam.
With preparations completed and candidates ready to sit for the test, the CTET will proceed smoothly and provide a substantial milestone on the path of prospective teachers throughout the country.
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