The Centre Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the CTET 2025 Notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025. The Eligibility of Candidates for teaching positions in Centre Government Schools such as KVS, NVS and others schools under the Centre Government exam will be in February 2026, with the notification expected in November 2025. The official website for details is ctet.nic.in.
Overview :
The CTET recruitment 2025 Application is expected begin November 2025, with the official notification to be released by the Central Board of Secondary Examination (CBSE). on the official website, ctet.nic.in . The exam is scheduled for February 8, 2026, and candidates should check the notification for detailed information on eligibility criteria, the syllabus, and the application process.
- Exam Name: Centre Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025
- Conducting Body: Centre Board Of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Exam Level: National
- Frequency: Twice a year (July & December )
- Official website: ctet,nic.in
Important Dates :
- Notification Date: October 2025
- Application Start: November 2025
- Last Date Apply online: December 2025
- Fee Payment Date: December 2025
- Correction Date: As Per Schedule
- Admit Card: February 2025
- Exam Date: 08 February 2026
- Result Date: Notify Later
Eligibility :
Educational Qualifications
The qualifications differ depending on whether a candidate applies for Paper I (Classes 1-5), Paper II (Classes 6-8), or both. Final-year students in an approved teacher education course are also eligible to apply.
For Paper I (Classes I to V)
Eligibility typically involves Senior Secondary education with a minimum percentage and completion or final year of a relevant diploma or bachelor’s degree in elementary education, or a graduation with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed degree.
For Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)
Candidates usually need a graduate degree and completion or final year of a relevant teacher education program, often with a specified minimum percentage of marks.
Age Limit :
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- Minimum Age: Candidates must be at least 17 or 18 years old.
- Maximum Age: There is no upper age limit for appearing in the CTET exam.
Exam pattern:
Paper 1 Exam Pattern (for Classes I to V)
Paper 1 is for candidates aspiring to teach primary school students. It consists of five compulsory sections:
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper 2 Exam Pattern (for Classes VI to VIII)
Paper 2 is for candidates who wish to teach upper primary (elementary) level students. It has four sections, with a subject-specific choice for the final section:
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies/Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Syllabus :
Paper I (for Classes I to V)
- Child Development and Pedagogy (30 Questions): Focuses on the educational psychology of teaching and learning for children aged 6-11 years, inclusive education, and learning theories (Piaget, Kohlberg, Vygotsky, etc.).
- Language I (30 Questions): Tests proficiency related to the medium of instruction, including comprehension and the pedagogy of language development.
- Language II (30 Questions): A language other than Language I, focusing on language comprehension, communication abilities, and pedagogical issues.
- Mathematics (30 Questions): Covers basic concepts, problem-solving abilities, and pedagogical understanding of topics like numbers, geometry, shapes, measurement, and data handling.
- Environmental Studies (EVS) (30 Questions): Focuses on concepts, problem-solving, and pedagogical issues related to the environment, family and friends, food, shelter, water, and travel.
Paper II Syllabus (Classes VI to VIII)
- Child Development and Pedagogy (30 Questions): Focuses on the psychology of learning for the age group 11-14 years.
- Language I (30 Questions): Similar to Paper I but at a slightly more advanced level.
- Language II (30 Questions): A different language from Language I, focusing on comprehension and language pedagogy.
- Mathematics & Science (60 Questions): For Mathematics and Science teachers. Topics are from the NCERT syllabus for classes VI-VIII, including number systems, algebra, geometry, mensuration, food, materials, natural phenomena, and pedagogical issues.
- Social Studies/Social Science (60 Questions): For Social Studies teachers. Covers topics from History, Geography, and Social and Political Life, along with pedagogical issues.
Application Process :
- Visit the Official website : ctet.nic.in.
- Click on “Apply for CTET 2025” link.
- Fill out the registration form with personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents (photo & signature).
- Pay the application fee Online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee:
- General/OBC : ₹1000 Paper I or II – ₹1200 Both Papers
- SC/ST/Differently Abled : ₹500 Paper I or II – ₹600 Both Papers.
CET 2025 Selection Process :
- Written Examination (Paper I and/ Or Paper II)
- Merit list
- Document Verification (at the time of teacher recruitment).