CTET September 2026 Exam Date & Admit Card Guide – Check 12-13 December Exam Schedule, Shift Timings & Download Process
CTET September 2026 exam will be held on 12-13 December 2026. Admit card releases 2 days before exam. Check important dates, shift timings, documents to carry, and last-minute revision tips.
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CBSE has announced the exam date for CTET September 2026. The exam will be conducted on 12-📅 13 December 2026. Admit cards will be available 2 days before the exam. Candidates who have applied or are planning to appear must keep track of important dates, download the admit card on time, and revise strategically. This guide covers all key details including shift timings, documents required, and last-minute preparation tips.
Key Highlights · मुख्य बातें एक नज़र में
- Last Date / Key Deadline
- Re-open application: 📅 01/09/2026; Correction: 07-📅 10 September 2026
- Exam / Post Name
- Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026
- Total Vacancies
- Not applicable (eligibility test, not recruitment)
- Important Date / Exam Date
- 12-📅 13 December 2026
- Age Limit / Eligibility
- No age limit mentioned; check official CTET notification for eligibility
- Update Type / Status
- Exam Date & Admit Card Update
Important Dates · महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
Application Begin
समाप्त · Closed11/05/2026
Last Date for Registration
समाप्त · Closed10/06/2026
Last Date Fee Payment
समाप्त · Closed10/06/2026
Correction Date (first phase)
समाप्त · Closed18 June 2026
15-📅 18 June 2026
Re Open Apply Online
समाप्त · Closed25/08/2026
📅 25/08/2026 to 📅 01/09/2026
Correction Date (second phase)
समाप्त · Closed10 September 2026
07-📅 10 September 2026
CTET Exam Date
🟢 51 दिन बचे13 December 2026
12-📅 13 December 2026
Important Date / Exam Date
🟢 51 दिन बचे13 December 2026
12-📅 13 December 2026
Important Dates & Schedule
As per the official notification, the CTET September 2026 application process started on 📅 11 May 2026 and the last date was 📅 10 June 2026. A re-open application window was provided from 25 August to 📅 01 September 2026. The exam is scheduled for 12-📅 13 December 2026. Admit cards will be released 2 days before the exam. Answer key will be available after the exam, and results are expected in October 2026 (as per notification; candidates should verify with official updates).
- Application Begin
- 📅 11/05/2026
- Last Date for Registration
- 📅 10/06/2026
- Last Date Fee Payment
- 📅 10/06/2026
- Correction Date (first phase)
- 15-📅 18 June 2026
- Re Open Apply Online
- 📅 25/08/2026 to 📅 01/09/2026
- Correction Date (second phase)
- 07-📅 10 September 2026
- CTET Exam Date
- 12-📅 13 December 2026
- Exam City Available
- Before Exam (check official site)
- Admit Card Available
- 2 Days Before Exam
- Answer Key Available
- After Exam
- Result Declared
- October 2026 (as per notification)
Application Fee / Age Limit / Key Details
The application fee for CTET September 2026 varies by category and paper selection. For single paper, General/OBC/EWS candidates pay Rs. 1000/-, while SC/ST/PH candidates pay Rs. 500/-. For both papers (Primary and Junior), General/OBC/EWS candidates pay Rs. 1200/-. The notification does not mention any age limit for CTET. Candidates should refer to the official CTET information bulletin for detailed eligibility and age relaxation rules.
- Single Paper – General/OBC/EWS
- Rs. 1000/-
- Single Paper – SC/ST/PH
- Rs. 500/-
- Both Papers (Primary & Junior) – General/OBC/EWS
- Rs. 1200/-
- Both Papers – SC/ST/PH
- Check official notice (not mentioned in facts)
- Age Limit
- Not mentioned in notification; check official CTET bulletin
- Eligibility
- As per NCTE guidelines; refer to official notification
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
CTET is an eligibility test for teachers, not a recruitment exam, so there are no vacancy details. Qualifying CTET makes candidates eligible to apply for teaching posts in schools affiliated with CBSE and other participating institutions. The eligibility criteria (educational qualifications) are prescribed by NCTE. Candidates must have completed the required teacher education programmes (like D.El.Ed, B.Ed, etc.) as specified in the official notification.
- Total Vacancies
- Not applicable (eligibility test)
- Post Name
- Primary Teacher (Paper I) and Junior Teacher (Paper II)
- Qualification
- As per NCTE norms; check official CTET notification for detailed eligibility
- Age Limit
- No age bar for appearing in CTET
How to Check / Apply & Preparation Strategy
To download the admit card, candidates need to visit the official CTET website (ctet.nic.in) and log in with their application number and password. The admit card will be available 2 days before the exam. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre. For last-minute revision, focus on previous year papers, take mock tests on MyExamSaathi, and revise important topics. Ensure you know the shift timings and reach the centre well before time.
- Step 1
- Visit official CTET website and log in with your credentials
- Step 2
- Download and print the admit card (available 2 days before exam)
- Step 3
- Check exam date, shift timings, and centre address carefully
- Step 4
- Carry admit card, photo ID, and other required documents to the exam centre
- Step 5
- Practice free mock tests and revise topic-wise notes on MyExamSaathi for last-minute preparation
Important Links · ज़रूरी लिंक्स (Direct)
⚠️ Form भरने से पहले official notification ज़रूर पढ़ें · Always verify details on the official website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) · अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
Q1. What is the important date for Central Teacher Eligibility Test CTET September 2026 Exam Date?
The CTET September 2026 exam will be held on 12-📅 13 December 2026. Admit cards will be available 2 days before the exam. The result is expected in October 2026 as per the notification.
Q2. What is the eligibility / vacancy detail for this recruitment?
CTET is an eligibility test, not a recruitment exam, so there are no vacancies. Eligibility requires completion of teacher education programmes as per NCTE norms. No age limit is mentioned. Check the official CTET notification for detailed eligibility criteria.
Q3. How should I prepare for this exam?
Focus on understanding the exam pattern, practice previous year papers, and take free mock tests on MyExamSaathi. Revise topic-wise study notes and manage time effectively during the last-minute revision.
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