The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced that it will conduct the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) on 8th February 2026 (Sunday). The announcement came through a public notice (F. No. CBSE/CTET/Feb/2026/e-73233) dated 24 October 2025.
This upcoming CTET examination will be conducted in 132 cities across India and in 20 different languages, offering aspiring teachers from all regions a chance to qualify for teaching positions in schools affiliated with the CBSE and other educational institutions that accept CTET scores.
CTET 2026: Notification Expected Soon
According to the notice, the detailed Information Bulletin for the CTET February 2026 exam will be released shortly on the official website — https://ctet.nic.in. The bulletin will include important information such as:
- CTET exam schedule and important dates
- Eligibility criteria for both Paper I and Paper II
- List of languages in which the exam will be conducted
- Examination cities and center details
- Application process and examination fee
- Syllabus and exam pattern
Candidates are advised to download the Information Bulletin only from the official CTET website once it is published, and read it carefully before filling out the online application form.
Exam Details and Format
The CTET February 2026 exam will include two papers:
- Paper I – for candidates who wish to teach Classes I to V (Primary Level).
- Paper II – for candidates who wish to teach Classes VI to VIII (Upper Primary Level).
Aspiring teachers who aim to be eligible for both levels can apply for both papers. The exam will assess candidates’ understanding of child development, pedagogy, subject knowledge, and teaching aptitude.
Application and Registration Process
Once the notification is released, the online registration process for CTET February 2026 will begin on https://ctet.nic.in. Candidates will have to:
- Register online with their basic details.
- Fill in the application form and choose their preferred exam city and language medium.
- Upload required documents, including photographs and signatures.
- Pay the examination fee online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
The exact application dates, fee details, and last date for submission will be mentioned in the forthcoming official Information Bulletin. Candidates are advised to keep all relevant documents ready to ensure a smooth registration process.
CTET 2025-2026 Notification Soon
Official Advisory for Candidates
CBSE has cautioned all applicants to rely only on the official CTET website (https://ctet.nic.in) for all updates, notices, and application links. The Board will not accept applications through any other portal or offline mode.
Candidates should also avoid third-party websites that claim to offer forms or direct application links. The official website will host the only valid and secure application window once the notification is live.
Conclusion
The CTET February 2026 examination marks another important opportunity for aspiring teachers to qualify for teaching positions in India’s government and private schools. With the exam scheduled for 8 February 2026, candidates are encouraged to start their preparation early and stay updated through the official CBSE CTET website.
The notification and online application link are expected to be activated soon, followed by the release of the Information Bulletin detailing the syllabus, eligibility, and registration process.
Stay tuned to ctet.nic.in and trusted educational news platforms for the latest updates on CTET 2026.
