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📢 CTET September Online Form 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026. This examination is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers for classes I to VIII. Interested candidates can apply online for Paper I (for classes I-V) and Paper II (for classes VI-VIII).
📅 Post Date: May 11, 2026
🔠CTET September Examination 2026 : Short Details
| Organization | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 |
| Total Posts | N/A (Eligibility Test) |
| Notification No. | CTET/SEPT/2026 |
📅 Important Dates
| 🚀 Online Apply Start Date : | 15 May 2026 |
| ⌛ Online Apply Last Date : | 14 June 2026 |
| 💳 Last Date For Fee Payment : | 14 June 2026 |
| 📅 Exam Date : | ⳠSeptember 2026 (Notify Later) |
| Admit Card : | Before Exam |
| Result Date : | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
💰 Application Fee
| For Paper I or Paper II (General / OBC) : | ₹ 1000/- |
| For Paper I or Paper II (SC / ST / PwD) : | ₹ 500/- |
| For Both Paper I & II (General / OBC) : | ₹ 1200/- |
| For Both Paper I & II (SC / ST / PwD) : | ₹ 600/- |
💳 Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: N/A
- Maximum Age: No Age Limit
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Paper | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Paper I (For Classes I-V) | Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final
year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education. OR Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (as per NCTE 2002 norms). OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. |
| Paper II (For Classes VI-VIII) | Graduation and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed). |
Education (B.Ed).
🎯 Selection Process
- 1ï¸âƒ£ Written Examination (Paper I & Paper II)
- 2ï¸âƒ£ Document Verification
📚 CTET September Syllabus
The CTET examination consists of two papers: Paper I for primary stage (Classes I-V) and Paper II for elementary stage (Classes VI-VIII).
- Paper I: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies.
- Paper II: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science (for Maths & Science teachers) OR Social Studies (for Social Studies teachers).
📠CTET September Exam Pattern 2026
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies | 150 | 150 | 2.5 Hours |
| Paper II | Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 150 | 150 | 2.5 Hours |
âš ï¸ All questions will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each carrying one mark, with no negative marking.
📉 CTET Qualifying Marks
Candidates need to secure a minimum of 60% marks (90 out of 150) to qualify for CTET. Relaxation of 5% in qualifying marks (82 out of 150) will be provided to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories.
| Category | Qualifying Marks (Out of 150) |
|---|---|
| General | 90 (60%) |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 82 (55%) |
💻 How to Apply for CTET September Online Form 2026
Follow these simple steps to apply online for CTET September 2026:
- 🌠Visit the official CTET website (ctet.nic.in).
- ðŸ–±ï¸ Click on "Apply Online for CTET September 2026".
- 📠Fill the online application form with all required details.
- 📤 Upload scanned images of your photograph and signature.
- 💳 Pay the application fee online through the provided payment gateway.
- ✅ Review all details and submit the application form.
- ðŸ–¨ï¸ Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
âš ï¸ Always verify details before final submission.
✨ Apply Online Starts 15 May 2026 | Last Date: 14 June 2026
🔗 IMPORTANT LINKS
🔗 Apply Online Link Click Here 📥 Download Notification Click Here 🌠Official Website ctet.nic.inⓠFAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. When will the CTET September 2026 application start?
A: The online application is scheduled to start on 15 May 2026. 🚀
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CTET September 2026?
A: The last date for online application is 14 June 2026. â³
Q3. Is there any age limit for CTET?
A: No, there is no age limit to appear for the CTET examination. 🎂
Q4. What are the qualifying marks for CTET?
A: General category candidates need 60% (90/150) and reserved categories need 55% (82/150) to
qualify. ✅
Q5. Can I apply for both Paper I and Paper II?
A: Yes, eligible candidates can apply for both papers by paying the combined application fee. ðŸ“
💡 Preparation Tips for CTET September 2026
- 📠Understand the detailed syllabus for Paper I and Paper II.
- 📠Practice previous year question papers regularly to understand the exam pattern.
- 📚 Focus on Child Development and Pedagogy as it's common to both papers.
- 🎯 Manage time effectively during the exam as it's a speed-based test.
- âœï¸ Revise all subjects thoroughly and make short notes for quick revision.
📑 CTET Previous Year Questions (PYQ) / Important Questions
Practicing CTET Previous Year Questions (PYQs) is crucial for understanding the exam's difficulty level and frequently asked topics.
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According to Piaget, during which stage does a child begin to think logically about concrete
events?
A. Sensorimotor
B. Preoperational
C. Concrete Operational
D. Formal Operational
Answer: C. Concrete Operational 🧠-
Which of the following is NOT a principle of child development?
A. Development is sequential.
B. Development is continuous.
C. Development is universal and uniform.
D. Development proceeds from general to specific.
Answer: C. Development is universal and uniform. 👶 -
The Right to Education Act (RTE) was enacted in which year?
A. 2005
B. 2009
C. 2010
D. 2012
Answer: B. 2009 📚
🚀 Solving PYQs improves accuracy and helps understand exam pattern.
