CTET 2026 Exam Dates Announced by CBSE

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the dates for the CTET 2026, scheduled for December 12 and 13. Candidates can expect to receive details about their exam city and date on the CTET portal 15 days prior to the exam. The admit card will be available for download two days before the test. Initially set for September 6, the exam was postponed following a Supreme Court order. Stay updated for further notifications from CBSE regarding the examination.

By Ambika Singh Sep 15, 2026, 10:36 IST

CTET 2026 Exam Schedule Released

CTET 2026 Exam Date: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially revealed the dates for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026. As per a public announcement made on September 14, 2026, the 22nd edition of the CTET is set to take place on December 12 and 13, 2026.

CBSE has also shared important timelines related to the examination. Candidates can expect to find information regarding their designated exam city and date on the CTET portal 15 days before the test.

Initially, the exam was slated for September 6, 2026, but it has been postponed following a directive from the Supreme Court.

Exam Dates Confirmed for December 12 and 13
The 22nd edition of CTET will occur on December 12 and 13, 2026. Candidates preparing for the exam should remain vigilant for any further updates from the Board.

CBSE has reiterated that details about the exam city and date for each candidate will be accessible on the CTET portal 15 days prior to the examination.

Admit Card Release Information
The admit card for CTET 2026 will be available for download two days before the exam. This document will include essential details about the exam center.
Candidates are advised to download their admit cards and confirm that all information is accurate before the exam day.

Background and Previous Updates
CBSE initially announced the 22nd edition of CTET in May 2026, inviting online applications from May 11 to June 10, 2026.

Initially scheduled for September 6, 2026, the exam was postponed due to a Supreme Court ruling, which led to the reopening of the application process for eligible candidates who had missed the initial deadline. The application portal was reopened from August 25 to September 1, 2026.

The increase in applicants necessitated the rescheduling of the exam, which was officially confirmed by CBSE on September 14, 2026, for December 12 and 13, 2026.