CTET February Admit Card 2026 – OUT

Current Status: Admit Card Released | Last Updated: 02 November 2025 | Authority: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

This page is for candidates who have submitted the CTET February 2026 application and need a clear guide on downloading the admit card, key dates, eligibility, and what to do after the exam. Information is presented concisely for quick reference.

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start 27 November 2025
Last Date for Application & Fee 18 December 2025
Correction Window 23‑26 December 2025
Exam Date 07‑08 February 2026
Admit Card Release 05 February 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil one of the following educational qualifications:

  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2‑year Diploma in Elementary Education, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree with minimum 45% marks and a 2‑year Diploma in Elementary Education, OR
  • Passes/Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks in the relevant subject area, as per NCTE norms.

Application Fee (Tentative)

Category Fee
General / OBC Rs. 1,000 (Single Paper) / Rs. 1,200 (Both Papers)
SC / ST / PwD Rs. 500 (Single Paper) / Rs. 600 (Both Papers)

Exam Pattern & Selection

The exam consists of two papers:

  • Paper I – For teaching classes I to V.
  • Paper II – For teaching classes VI to VIII.
  • Each paper is objective‑type, 150 questions, 150 marks, duration 3 hours.
  • Selection is based on the written exam followed by document verification.

Who Should Apply and Who Should Not

Who Should Apply: Candidates who have the required educational qualification, are within the age limit (minimum 18 years), and intend to teach primary or upper‑primary classes.

Who Should Not: Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualification, have exceeded the upper age limit (30 years for unreserved categories), or have not completed the application fee payment.

Common Mistakes Candidates Make

Typical errors include missing the correction window, entering incorrect details during the login process, delaying fee payment, and not verifying the assigned exam city in time.

How to Download CTET February Admit Card 2026

  1. Visit the official CBSE CTET portal: ctet.nic.in.
  2. Click the “Download Admit Card” link on the homepage.
  3. Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number and password/DOB.
  4. Complete the captcha and click “Login”.
  5. Download and save the admit card; print a hard copy for exam day.

Official Links

What happens after the admit card is released? Candidates should download and verify all details on the admit card. After the examination, results will be published on the official site. Keep this page bookmarked for any subsequent updates. Information that is no longer current will be archived or updated as per official announcements.

In summary, the CTET February 2026 admit card is now available. Download it using the steps above, keep it safe, and prepare for the exam scheduled on 07‑08 February 2026. Regularly check the official CBSE CTET website for any further notifications.

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