The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a revision in the schedule for the CTET February 2026 session. Originally planned for a single day, the exam will now be conducted over two days — February 7 and February 8, 2026. This change comes in response to a significant increase in candidate registrations, allowing smoother logistics and better examination management across 140 cities nationwide. Candidates are advised to check their official admit cards for assigned dates, shifts, and exam centres once they are released on the official CTET website, ctet.nic.in.
Reason for Schedule Revision
According to the official CBSE notification, the 21st edition of CTET was initially scheduled for February 8, 2026, only. Due to the surge in registrations, the board decided to extend the examination to two days — February 7 and 8. This ensures efficient conduct, reduces pressure on examination centres, and provides a better experience for all candidates appearing for CTET February 2026.
The revised schedule maintains the standard 2 hours 30 minutes duration for each paper. The allocation for Paper I and Paper II is as follows:
February 7, 2026 (Saturday)
Paper II (Classes VI to VIII): 9:30 am – 12:00 noon
Paper I (Classes I to V): 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
February 8, 2026 (Sunday)
Paper II (Classes VI to VIII): 9:30 am – 12:00 noon
Paper I (Classes I to V): 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Candidates must report to their respective exam centres at least one hour before the scheduled start. Late entry will not be permitted.
Admit Card and Examination Guidelines
The CTET admit cards will be available on the official website, ctet.nic.in. These contain crucial information including exam date, shift timing, paper assigned, and centre address. Candidates must download and print their admit cards in advance and carry them along with a valid photo ID. CBSE has stated that requests for changes in exam city, date, or centre will not be entertained.
Key Highlights of CTET February 2026
Conducting Authority: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Exam Name: Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) – 21st Edition
Purpose: Eligibility for teacher appointments in Classes I to VIII in central government schools
Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
Number of Papers: Two (Paper I and Paper II)
Examination Cities: 140 cities across India
The board has not yet released the exact admit card release date or additional updates, so candidates are encouraged to regularly visit ctet.nic.in for official notifications regarding CTET February 2026.
Preparing for CTET February 2026
With the revised two-day schedule, candidates can plan their preparation and examination logistics more effectively. Ensuring timely arrival at the examination centre, checking hall ticket details, and understanding shift timings are crucial steps for appearing in CTET February 2026 successfully.
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