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ToggleCTET 2026 Notification Released: Exam Date, Apply Online & 5 New CBSE Changes
Last Updated: 13 May 2026 | By UpJobRadar Team | Source: CBSE official notification ctet.nic.in | 📖 Reading Time: 4 minutes
• Exam Date: 06 September 2026 (Sunday)
• Application Deadline: 10 June 2026
• Correction Window: 15-18 June 2026
• Exam Cities: 132 cities | Languages: 27
Lakhs of candidates waiting for CTET 2026 can now complete their registration process. CBSE has officially released the latest notification with several important updates. The board has introduced changes including random exam city allotment, a shorter correction window, and a possible two-day exam schedule.
If you are aiming for teaching jobs in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, or other central government schools, these updates matter. The exam is scheduled for 06 September 2026. The application deadline is 10 June 2026.
CTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 11 May 2026 (Active Now) |
| Application Deadline | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 15-18 June 2026 (4 days) |
| Admit Card Release | 2 days before exam |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| Result Expected | October 2026 |
CTET 2026: 5 Important Changes You Should Know
Pehle candidates apni preferred city select kar lete the. Ab CBSE randomly exam city allot karega. Allotment ke baad change karne ka option nahi hoga.
Agar registration numbers zyada rahe, to CTET 05 September 2026 ko bhi conduct kiya jayega. Kuch candidates ko 5 ko exam dena pad sakta hai, kuch ko 6 ko.
Form mein mistake ho to 15 se 18 June 2026 tak edit kar sakte hain. Iske baad koi change nahi hoga. Name, photo, category sab check kar lena.
CTET ka admit card exam se sirf 2 din pehle release hoga. Isliye daily official website check karte rahein.
Is baar CTET 27 languages aur 132 cities mein hoga. Apni preferred language carefully choose karein.
Eligibility Requirements
Note: Candidates may apply for both papers together if they wish to teach at both levels.
How to Apply Online (Step by Step)
- Visit the official portal: examinationservices.nic.in
- Click “New Registration”
- Fill basic details (name, father name, DOB, mobile, email)
- Complete the application form carefully
- Upload photo and signature
- Pay the application fee online (card, net banking, UPI)
- Submit and download the confirmation page
Documents Required
- Passport size photo (white background)
- Signature on white paper
- 10th, 12th, and graduation marksheets
- ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is the CTET 2026 exam?
A: 06 September 2026 (Sunday). If registrations are very high, the exam may also be conducted on 05 September 2026.
2. Can candidates choose their exam city?
A: No. CBSE has changed this rule for 2026. Cities will be assigned randomly, and no change requests will be accepted.
3. Is there negative marking in CTET 2026?
A: No, there is no negative marking in CTET 2026. Each correct answer gives +1 mark, and there is no deduction for wrong answers.
4. Can candidates apply for both Paper I and Paper II?
A: Yes, eligible candidates can apply for both papers if they wish to teach at both primary and upper primary levels.
5. What is the last date to apply?
A: 10 June 2026 is the application deadline. The portal will close after this date.
6. When can candidates make corrections?
A: The correction window is open from 15 June to 18 June 2026 (only 4 days).
7. When will the admit card be released?
A: Admit cards will be released 2 days before the exam date. Check the official website regularly.
Summary
CTET 2026 notification introduces several important changes including random exam city allotment, a reduced correction window, and later admit card release. Candidates should review the official notification at ctet.nic.in and complete their applications before the 10 June 2026 deadline.
Best of luck to all candidates.
Source: Official CBSE notification dated 11 May 2026. For complete information, refer to ctet.nic.in.
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