CTET 2026 Registrations to Begin Soon: Key Details to Apply
New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) will be conducted on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Aspiring candidates should prepare their documents and be ready for the upcoming CTET 2026 registration process.
CTET 2026 Registration Details
Candidates wishing to register for CTET 2026 must have a scanned photograph and signature ready. The application form requires basic details like state, identification type, and other personal information.
Application Fee:
For one paper: Rs 1,000
For both papers: Rs 1,200
The registration process will be online via the official CTET website: https://ctet.nic.in
Step-by-Step Registration Process
Visit the official website: https://ctet.nic.in
Click on ‘Apply Online’ to open the registration form.
Fill in all required details and note down your Registration/Application number.
Upload your latest scanned photograph and signature.
Pay the examination fee using debit/credit card or net banking.
Print the confirmation page for future reference.
Exam Pattern and Cities
CTET 2026 will be held in two sessions: Paper I and Paper II, conducted in 132 cities across India. The test will be available in 20 languages to ensure accessibility for all candidates.
Information Bulletin and Syllabus
CBSE will release a detailed information bulletin containing:
Examination schedule
Syllabus and exam pattern
Eligibility criteria
Exam fee and payment details
Examination cities
Important dates
The information bulletin will be hosted on the official CTET website: https://ctet.nic.in.
Conclusion
Candidates preparing for CTET 2026 should keep their documents ready, monitor the official website for updates, and complete the registration process promptly to avoid last-minute issues.