CTET February Exam City Details 2026

Key Dates & Timelines

Event Dates
Application Start November 27, 2025
Last Date to Apply December 18, 2025
Form Correction Window December 23 – 26, 2025
Exam City Details Release January 23, 2026
CTET Exam Date February 08, 2026

Application Fee Structure

The application fee varies based on the number of papers you are appearing for. Payment can be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

For Single Paper

  • General / OBC: ₹1000
  • SC / ST / PwD: ₹500

For Both Papers

  • General / OBC: ₹1200
  • SC / ST / PwD: ₹600

Educational Eligibility & Age Limit

Age Limit

Candidates must be at least 18 years old on the date of application. There is no specified upper age limit for the CTET examination.

Educational Qualification

Teaching Stage Minimum Qualification
Primary (Classes I-V)
  • Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks, and
  • Passed/Currently pursuing a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) or a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
Upper Primary (Classes VI-VIII)
  • Graduation (Bachelor’s Degree) with at least 50% marks, and
  • Passed/Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or a 2-year Diploma in Education.

Note: For SC/ST/OBC candidates, a 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks is generally applicable as per government norms.

How to Check Exam City Details

Follow these steps once the exam city details are released on January 23, 2026:

  1. Visit the official CTET website: ctet.nic.in.
  2. Find and click on the link for “Download Exam City Details” or “Candidate Login”.
  3. Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number and Password.
  4. Enter the Captcha Code displayed on the screen and click ‘Login’.
  5. Your allocated exam city and other details will be displayed on the screen.
  6. Download and print the document for future reference.

Important Links & Official Resources

Resource Action
Download Exam City Details (Active after release) Check Here
Download Official Notification PDF Download
Online Application & Correction Portal Login Here
CBSE CTET Official Website Visit Site

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Has the exam city list for CTET February 2026 been released?
A: Yes, the exam city details are scheduled to be released on January 23, 2026. Candidates can check their allotted city through the official portal.

Q: When is the CTET February 2026 exam scheduled?
A: The examination will be conducted on February 8, 2026.

Q: What documents are needed to download the exam city slip?
A: You will need your Registration Number/Roll Number and your Password/Date of Birth to log in and download the details.

Q: Is there an age limit for appearing in CTET?
A: The minimum age required is 18 years. There is no upper age limit for candidates applying for the CTET exam.

Conclusion

Staying updated with the official timelines and carefully following the application process is crucial for success in the CTET February 2026 examination. Ensure you check your exam city details promptly after their release and prepare your travel and accommodation plans accordingly. For the most accurate and current information, always refer to the official CBSE CTET website at https://ctet.nic.in.

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