CTET February 2026 Online Form – Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, and Important Dates :- The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is one of the most prestigious national-level examinations for candidates aspiring to become teachers in government and private schools across India. Conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the CTET certifies candidates for teaching positions in Classes I to VIII. The CTET February 2026 examination is expected to attract lakhs of applicants, as it opens a new opportunity for teaching aspirants to secure a stable and respected career in the education sector.
📝 CTET February 2026: Important Highlights
Event
Details
Exam Name
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)
Conducted By
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Session
February 2026
Mode of Exam
Pen and Paper (Offline)
Application Mode
Online
Papers
Paper I & Paper II
Validity of CTET Certificate
Lifetime
Official Website
ctet.nic.in
CTET February 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Start Date for Apply Online
27/11/2025
Last Date for Apply Online
18/12/2025
CTET Exam Date
08/02/2026
Application Fee
Category
Single Subject Fee
Both Subject Fee
Payment Mode
UR / OBC
Rs. 1000/-
Rs. 1200/-
Online / E-Challan
SC / ST / PH
Rs. 500/-
Rs. 600/-
Online / E-Challan
CTET Feb 2026 Eligibility
Primary Stage (Class I to V)
Qualification Option
Eligibility Details
Option 1
Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks + passed/appearing in 2-year D.El.Ed
Option 2
Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 45% marks + passed/appearing in 2-year D.El.Ed as per NCTE 2002 norms
Option 3
Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks + passed/appearing in 4-year B.El.Ed
Option 4
Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks + passed/appearing in 2-year Diploma in Special Education
Elementary Stage (Class VI to VIII)
Qualification Option
Eligibility Details
Option 1
Graduation + passed/appearing in 2-year D.El.Ed
Option 2
Graduation with 50% marks + passed/appearing in 1-year B.Ed
Option 3
Graduation with 45% marks + passed/appearing in 1-year B.Ed as per NCTE norms
Option 4
Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks + passed/appearing in 4-year B.El.Ed
Option 5
Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks + passed/appearing in 4-year B.A/B.Sc. B.Ed or B.A. B.Ed/B.Sc. B.Ed
Option 6
Graduation with 50% marks + passed/appearing in 1-year B.Ed (Special Education)
Additional Clause
Candidates with B.Ed recognized by NCTE are also eligible to appear in CTET
