CTET February 2026 Exam Date Out – Check Paper I & II Schedule

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• Updated January 22, 2026 11:43 AM
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CTET Exam Date 2026 (February Session - Announced) - Check Schedule & Details

• CTET Exam Date 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the exam date for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 (21st edition). Candidates who have applied for Paper I and/or Paper II can check the complete schedule below. The examination is scheduled to be held on 08 February 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts. All eligible candidates are advised to download their admit cards (expected in February 2026) from the official website and prepare accordingly.
• Latest Update: CBSE has confirmed the CTET February 2026 exam on 08 February 2026 (Sunday) across various centers in two shifts. The exam is offline (OMR-based), and candidates can download the information bulletin and notice from ctet.nic.in. No details for July 2026 session are available yet.
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Key Highlights - CTET Exam Date 2026 (February Session)

• Organization: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
• Post Name: Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) - Paper I & Paper II
• Exam Date: 08 February 2026 (Sunday - Two Shifts)
• Exam Mode: Offline Pen-and-Paper (OMR-based)
• Official Website: ctet.nic.in
• Admit Card Release: February 2026

CTET Exam Date 2026 Complete Details

• The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has published the official schedule for the CTET February 2026 (21st edition). This notification is crucial for candidates preparing to become eligible for teaching positions in Classes 1-5 (Paper I) and Classes 6-8 (Paper II) in central government schools. The examination will test candidates' teaching aptitude and subject knowledge, and qualifying candidates will receive a lifetime-valid CTET certificate.

CTET Exam Date 2026 (February Session)

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Important Dates for CTET Exam 2026 (February Session)

• Candidates must keep track of all important dates related to the CTET February 2026 process. Below is the complete timeline:

How to Download CTET Exam Date 2026 Notification?

• Candidates can follow these simple steps to check and download the CTET February 2026 notification from the official website:
• Step 1: Visit the official website of CTET at ctet.nic.in
• Step 2: On the homepage, look for the "Public Notice" or "Information Bulletin" section
• Step 3: Find and click on the link titled "CTET Feb-2026: Public Notice" / "Information Bulletin CTET Feb-2026" (dated 25 November 2025 or later)
• Step 4: The notification PDF will open in a new window
• Step 5: Read all details carefully including exam date, shifts, eligibility, and instructions
• Step 6: Download and save the PDF for future reference
• Step 7: Take a printout of the notification for your records
• Direct Link: Click here to download CTET Exam Date 2026 Notification PDF (Visit official site ctet.nic.in for latest PDFs under Public Notice/Information Bulletin)

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CTET Exam Pattern 2026

• Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. Here's what candidates need to know (same for February 2026):
• Exam Mode: Offline Pen-and-Paper (OMR-based)
• Total Marks: 150 Marks per Paper (No Negative Marking)
• Number of Questions: 150 MCQs per Paper
• Duration: 2.5 Hours per Paper
• Papers: Paper I (Classes 1-5); Paper II (Classes 6-8); candidates can appear for one or both
• Subjects/Sections: Child Development & Pedagogy (30Q), Language I (30Q), Language II (30Q), Mathematics & Environmental Studies (60Q combined for Paper I) or Mathematics & Science / Social Studies (60Q combined for Paper II)

Q2. Where can I download the CTET exam date notification?

• From the official website ctet.nic.in under Public Notice or Information Bulletin section.

Q3. Is there any change in the CTET exam date 2026?

• As per the latest official notice, it is confirmed on 08 February 2026. Check ctet.nic.in for updates.