CTET February 2026 Notification OUT! Application, Eligibility, and Your 75-Day Master Strategy
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Author: Pramod Sharma M.Sc. (MATHEMATICS), M.A. (English, Hindi, Philosophy,
Public Administration), B,J.M.C. B.Ed. CGTET, & CTET Qualified |
Date: November 27, 2025 |
Official Website: ctet.nic.in |
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has
released the much-anticipated notification for the next Central Teacher
Eligibility Test (CTET), officially designated as the February 2026 session. This exam is the mandatory
gateway for aspirants seeking teaching positions in prestigious schools like
Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS), and other CBSE-affiliated
schools.
Unlike thin information posts, this comprehensive guide doesn't just list dates—it provides the full context, eligibility deep-dive, and a unique, actionable preparation strategy to help you secure your lifetime-valid CTET certificate on the first attempt.
Important Dates
and Key Highlights (Must-Know Info)
|
Event |
Date |
Status |
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CTET Notification Release |
November 27, 2025 |
Released |
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Online Application Starts |
November 27, 2025 |
LIVE |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
December 18, 2025 |
Mark your Calendar |
|
CTET Exam Date 2026 |
February 8, 2026 (Sunday) |
Confirmed |
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Admit Card Release (Tentative) |
Last week of January 2026 |
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Mode of Examination |
Offline (Pen & Paper - OMR) |
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Certificate Validity |
Lifetime (Major
Advantage) |
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Application Fee
Structure
|
Category |
Only Paper I or Paper II |
Both Paper I and Paper II |
|
General/OBC |
₹1000 |
₹1200 |
|
SC/ST/PwD |
₹500 |
₹600 |
Deep Dive into
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The CTET exam is divided into two papers, and the
eligibility differs slightly for each. Candidates must ensure they meet the
criteria prescribed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).
A. Paper I
Eligibility (Primary Teacher: Classes I to V)
· Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50%
marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in
Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.).
OR
· Graduation with at least 50%
marks and passed or appearing in a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program. (Note: B.Ed. qualification holders must mandatorily undergo a
6-month Bridge Course after appointment).
B. Paper II
Eligibility (Elementary Teacher: Classes VI to VIII)
· Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or
appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
(D.El.Ed.).
OR
· Graduation with at least 50%
marks and passed or appearing in a 1-year/2-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program.
Unique Expert Insight: The most
crucial point to note is the "appearing in the final year" clause.
This means even if you are in the final year of your teacher training course,
you are eligible to apply. Don't wait for your final
result!
Understanding the pattern is 50% of the
preparation. Both Paper I and Paper II are OMR-based (Offline) and consist of
150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each carrying 1 mark.
Key Pattern
Takeaways:
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Total Questions: 150
·
Total Marks: 150
·
Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
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Negative Marking: ABSOLUTELY NONE. (Attempt every single question!)
·
Qualifying Marks: 60% (90 out of 150) for the General Category.
Detailed Structure
Table
|
Component |
Paper I (I-V) |
Paper II (VI-VIII) |
Focus (Unique Value) |
|
Child Development & Pedagogy (CDP) |
30 Questions |
30 Questions |
The foundation of classroom management and teaching
theory. High-scoring section. |
|
Language I (Compulsory) |
30 Questions |
30 Questions |
Focus on Comprehension and the Pedagogy of Language
Development. |
|
Language II (Compulsory) |
30 Questions |
30 Questions |
Must be a language other than Language I. |
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Mathematics |
30 Questions |
30 Questions (Math/Science Stream) |
Content up to Class V (Paper I), Content up to Class
VIII (Paper II). |
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Environmental Studies (EVS) |
30 Questions |
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NCERT Syllabus up to Class V. |
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Science/Social Science |
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60 Questions (Based on Subject Choice) |
The subject-specific content—requires thorough NCERT
reading (Class VI-VIII). |
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Total |
150 |
150 |
The 75-Day
Master Strategy: Your Path to 110+ Score
To overcome the "thin content" barrier,
here is a detailed, period-based study plan that provides unique, high-value
advice:
Phase 1:
Foundation Building (Day 1 - Day 30)
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Goal |
Actionable Steps |
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NCERT Mastery |
Read all NCERT textbooks (Class III to VIII) for
EVS, Maths, Social Science, and Science. Focus on underlying concepts, not
rote learning. |
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CDP Core |
Complete the core Child Development and Pedagogy
syllabus. Focus on Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg, and the Right to Education
(RTE) Act 2009. |
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Pedagogy Block |
Dedicate 10 days to understanding the 15-mark
Pedagogy section of all subjects (Maths, EVS, Languages). This is the key
to clearing the 60% mark. |
Phase 2: Practice
& Analysis (Day 31 - Day 60)
|
Goal |
Actionable Steps |
|
PYQ Deep Dive |
Solve Previous Year Question (PYQ) papers from
the last 5 sessions. Analyze patterns: which topics are asked every year? |
|
Full-Length Mocks |
Start taking 3 Full-Length Mock Tests per week.
Simulate the OMR/Offline environment. Stick to the 2.5-hour time limit. |
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Weakness Spotting |
After each mock, spend 4 hours analyzing where
you lost marks. Revisit the NCERT chapter for those specific topics. |
Phase 3: Final
Polishing & Revision (Day 61 - Day 75)
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Goal |
Actionable Steps |
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Daily Revision |
Maintain a daily 1-hour revision slot for Pedagogy
and CDP notes. |
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Language Focus |
Practice Comprehension passages daily to improve
speed and accuracy. |
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Mock Tests |
Increase to 5 Mock Tests per week to build
stamina and time management until the final week. Focus purely on maximizing
your score. |
Seize the Lifetime
Opportunity
The CTET February 2026 notification is more than
just a set of dates; it's a clear opportunity to secure a lifetime-valid professional credential. By moving
beyond simple information gathering and adopting a structured, in-depth
preparation plan focusing heavily on the Pedagogy sections
and NCERT content, you can confidently aim for a score well
above the qualifying mark.
Don't delay! The application
window is short (closing December 18, 2025). Download the official Information
Bulletin, register immediately, and start your 75-Day Master Strategy today.
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