CTET September 2026 Extended Registration Window Closes Today (1st September)

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to close the extended registration window for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 today, September 1, 2026. Aspiring teachers for classes I to VIII in central government schools and schools under Union Territory administration must submit their applications through the official website, ctet.nic.in, before the deadline.

This marks the final opportunity for candidates to register for the CTET September 2026 examination, which is a crucial qualification for teaching positions across various central government and UT-administered educational institutions. The Ministry of Education, Government of India, has entrusted CBSE with the responsibility of conducting this vital eligibility test.

CTET September 2026: Application Process Details

The online application process for the CTET September 2026 examination, which initially commenced on May 11, 2026, saw its last date extended from the original June 10, 2026. The registration window was reopened on August 25, 2026, providing an additional opportunity for candidates who may have missed the initial deadline. Applicants are required to complete their registration and fee payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking on the official portal.

How to Apply for CTET September 2026

Candidates wishing to apply for the CTET September 2026 examination must follow a structured online process to ensure their application is successfully submitted before the closing time today, September 1, 2026.

Go to the official website, ctet.nic.in.
Click on the application link for CTET September 2026.
Register by providing the required personal and contact details.
Fill out the detailed application form accurately.
Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, if prompted.
Pay the examination fee using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Submit the completed application form.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

CTET September 2026: Examination Structure and Validity

CTET September 2026 will have two papers based on the teaching level, with each paper carrying 150 MCQs for 150 marks and the qualifying certificate remaining valid for life.

Particulars	Details
Paper I	For candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to V
Paper II	For candidates aspiring to teach Classes VI to VIII
Questions per Paper	150 MCQs
Maximum Marks	150 marks
Paper I Subjects	Child Development and Pedagogy, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Language I, Language II
Questions per Subject	30 questions
Exam Date	September 6, 2026 exam postponed; revised dates to be announced by CBSE
Certificate Validity	Lifetime
Applicability	Central Government schools including KVS, NVS and Central Tibetan Schools, and schools under the administrative control of specified Union Territories

CTET September 2026 Examination Fees

The examination fees for CTET September 2026 vary based on the candidate’s category and the number of papers they choose to appear for. Payment must be made online through the official portal.

Category	Only Paper I or Paper II	Both Paper I and Paper II
General / OBC (NCL)	₹1000/-	₹1200/-
SC / ST / Differently Abled Person	₹500/-	₹600/-

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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