Central Board of Secondary Education confirms that the CTET February 2026 examination will be conducted on February 7 and 8. The Central Teacher Eligibility Test is held in two shifts and covers both Paper I and Paper II as per the official paper-wise timetable.
CTET is a qualifying examination for candidates aspiring to teach in Classes I to VIII in central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas, and in schools that accept CTET scores. Paper I is meant for candidates aiming to teach Classes I to V, while Paper II is for Classes VI to VIII. Candidates who wish to be eligible for both levels must appear for both papers.
Each paper is conducted for a duration of two and a half hours and consists of multiple-choice questions. There is no negative marking in the CTET examination. Candidates should check their admit cards carefully for shift timing, reporting time, and exam centre details.
CBSE advises candidates to follow exam day instructions strictly and reach the examination centre well before the reporting time to ensure smooth entry and verification.
Key highlights
- CTET February 2026 exam is scheduled on Feb 7 and 8
- Paper I and Paper II are held in separate shifts
- No negative marking in the examination
For the detailed paper-wise timetable, admit card updates, and official instructions, candidates should visit the official CTET website.