The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the CTET February 2026 exam date. According to the latest notification, the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 will be conducted on February 8, 2026, across 132 cities in 20 languages throughout the country. Candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes I to VIII can visit the official website to view the detailed information once released.
The CTET exam is a national-level eligibility test conducted by the CBSE twice a year to assess candidates’ teaching aptitude and eligibility for government and aided schools across India.
CTET February 2026: Exam Pattern and Details
The CTET February 2026 examination will consist of two papers:
- Paper I: For candidates who wish to teach Classes I to V (Primary Stage).
- Paper II: For candidates who wish to teach Classes VI to VIII (Elementary Stage).
Each paper will contain Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each carrying one mark. Candidates will have four options, and they must select the most appropriate answer. There will be no negative marking in the CTET exam.
The test will be conducted in 20 different languages to ensure accessibility for candidates across India. The exact list of exam centers, cities, syllabus, eligibility criteria, examination fee, and other details will be provided in the Information Bulletin, which will soon be available on the official CTET website.
The official notice from CBSE states:
“The detailed Information Bulletin containing details of examination, syllabus, languages, eligibility criteria, examination fee, examination cities, and important dates will be available on the CTET official website shortly. Aspiring candidates are requested to download the Information Bulletin and read it carefully before applying.”
CTET February 2026: How to Register
The CTET February 2026 registration process has not yet started. Once the registration window opens, candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the official website of CBSE CTET
- Click on the “CTET February 2026 Registration” link on the homepage.
- Fill in the registration details such as name, contact number, and email ID.
- Submit the details and log in using the credentials created.
- Fill in the application form, upload documents, and make the payment of the application fee.
- Review all details carefully and click on “Submit.”
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official CTET website and avoid third-party links.
CTET February 2026: Important Notes for Candidates
2025102464024139- The exam will be held offline (OMR-based mode) unless otherwise notified by CBSE.
- The CTET certificate is now valid for a lifetime, allowing qualified candidates to apply for teacher recruitment exams across India.
- Candidates should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before submitting their application forms.
The CTET February 2026 exam is a crucial opportunity for aspiring teachers aiming to secure teaching positions in Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs), and other central or state government schools. With the exam scheduled for February 8, 2026, candidates are encouraged to start their preparation early and keep an eye on the official website for updates regarding registration, syllabus, and other notifications, for more details CLICK HERE
