The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon begin the CTET December 2025 registration process on its official website ctet.nic.in. Candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in government and recognised schools must clear the CTET to become eligible for recruitment.
The upcoming session’s exam is expected to be held in February 2026, and candidates should keep all documents ready ahead of the registration window.
What is CTET?
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level exam that qualifies candidates for teaching positions in primary (Class 1–5) and upper-primary (Class 6–8) levels. Many government, aided, and private schools consider CTET as a mandatory eligibility requirement.
Eligibility Criteria
For Paper I (Class 1–5)
- Senior Secondary (12th) passed with at least 50% marks
- 2-year D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed or equivalent
For Paper II (Class 6–8)
- Graduation in any discipline
- B.Ed / relevant teaching qualification
There is no upper age limit for CTET.
CTET certificates are now valid for lifetime.
How to Apply for CTET December 2025
Once the registration link is active on ctet.nic.in, follow these steps:
- Visit the official website ctet.nic.in.
- Click on “Apply Online” and complete the new registration.
- Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, exam centre preference, and paper choice (Paper I / Paper II / Both).
- Upload your recent photograph and signature in the required format.
- Pay the application fee online using card/UPI/net banking.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Application Fee (Expected Structure)
(Subject to official notification)
- Paper I or Paper II (Single Paper):
General/OBC – approx. ₹1000
SC/ST/PwD – approx. ₹500 - Both Papers:
General/OBC – approx. ₹1200
SC/ST/PwD – approx. ₹600
CTET Exam Pattern
Paper I (Primary Level)
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Language I
- Language II
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
Paper II (Upper Primary Level)
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- Language I
- Language II
- Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies
Each paper carries 150 questions, all MCQs.
There is no negative marking.
Important Tips for Aspirants
- Keep scanned copies of your photo and signature ready.
- Decide early whether you want to appear for Paper I, Paper II, or both.
- Start revising the pedagogy sections—they carry the highest weightage.
- Apply early once the link opens to avoid last-minute issues.
Conclusion
The CTET December 2025 (February 2026 exam) registration will begin soon at ctet.nic.in. Candidates must stay alert for the notification and complete the form early. Clearing CTET opens the door to teaching careers in central and many state-level schools, making it a crucial step for aspiring teachers.