The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon release the official notice and application form for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 exam. This exam is very important for students who want to become teachers in government schools across India. The notification is expected by October 31, 2025 . Candidates can find the application form and apply online on the official website, ctet.nic.in .
The CTET February 2026 exam is scheduled for February 8, 2026 , which falls on a Sunday. The exam will happen in two shifts. One shift will be for Paper 1 and the other for Paper 2. This will be the 21st time the CTET exam is conducted.
What is CTET?
The CTET exam is held to check if candidates are suitable to teach in schools. Passing CTET is a must for those who want to apply for teacher jobs in central government schools like Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya (NVS). It is also accepted by many state government schools.
There are two papers in the CTET exam:
- Paper 1: This paper is for candidates who wish to teach students from Class 1 to Class 5 .
- Paper 2: This paper is for candidates who wish to teach students from Class 6 to Class 8 .
Important Dates for CTET February 2026
Candidates should keep track of these important dates:
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Release | Expected by October 31, 2025 |
| Application Form Release | Expected by October 31, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced in the official notification |
| CTET February 2026 Exam Date | February 8, 2026 (Sunday) |
How to Apply Online for CTET 2026
When the application form is released, interested candidates must apply online through the official website. Here are the simple steps to apply:
- Step 1: Go to the official CTET website: ctet.nic.in .
- Step 2: Look for the link that says "Apply Online for CTET February 2026" and click on it.
- Step 3: You will need to register first by providing your basic details like name, email, and phone number.
- Step 4: Fill out the application form carefully with all your personal and educational details.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the instructions.
- Step 6: Pay the application fee using online payment methods.
- Step 7: Review all the details you have entered before final submission.
- Step 8: Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
Eligibility and Exam Details
Before applying, candidates must read the detailed official notification PDF. This document will have full information about:
- Eligibility Criteria: Who can apply, including age limits and educational qualifications.
- Application Process: Specific instructions for filling out the form.
- Exam Pattern: How the exam will be structured, including the number of questions and marks.
- Syllabus: The topics that will be covered in Paper 1 and Paper 2.
- Examination Process: All other rules and guidelines for the exam.
Only candidates who meet all the eligibility rules mentioned in the notification will be allowed to take the exam. It is very important to make sure you are eligible before applying to avoid any problems later.
Stay Updated
Candidates should regularly check the official CTET website, ctet.nic.in , for the latest news and announcements regarding the CTET February 2026 exam. All updates, including the exact dates for application, fee details, and any changes, will be published there.
