CTET September 2026 Correction Form is now active on the official portal, allowing registered candidates to edit and rectify their application details for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test scheduled on 06 September 2026. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has opened the correction window from 15 June 2026 to 18 June 2026. Notably, this is the only opportunity candidates will receive to amend errors in their submitted application — no changes will be permitted after the correction window closes. Candidates who applied between 11 May 2026 and 10 June 2026 must use this window immediately to fix any discrepancies.
Admission Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute/University | Central Government & Aided Schools across India |
| Admission Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Course Name(s) | CTET Paper-I (Primary Level — Class 1–5), CTET Paper-II (Upper Primary Level — Class 6–8) |
| Total Seats | Not Applicable — Eligibility-Based Test |
| Mode of Admission | Written Examination |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
Course & Seat Breakdown
| Paper | Level | Classes | Eligibility Basis | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Level-1 | Class 1 to 5 (Primary) | 12th Pass + D.El.Ed / JBT / B.El.Ed / D.Ed | Written Exam |
| Paper-II | Level-2 | Class 6 to 8 (Upper Primary) | Graduation + B.Ed / B.El.Ed | Written Exam |
| Both Papers | Level-1 & Level-2 | Class 1 to 8 | As applicable per paper | Written Exam |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
No minimum or maximum age limit has been prescribed for CTET September 2026. Candidates of any age who meet the academic qualification requirements are eligible as per CBSE rules.
Qualification
Level-1 — Paper-I (Primary Stage: Class 1–5):
- Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (Class 12 / 10+2) with the minimum prescribed marks.
- Additionally, candidates must hold a D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education), JBT (Junior Basic Training), B.El.Ed (Bachelor of Elementary Education), or D.Ed (Diploma in Education) from a recognised institution.
Level-2 — Paper-II (Upper Primary Stage: Class 6–8):
- Candidates must hold a Graduation Degree in any stream from a recognised university.
- Furthermore, candidates must possess a B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) or B.El.Ed (Bachelor of Elementary Education) qualification from a recognised institution.
Entrance Exam
Candidates must appear in the CTET September 2026 written examination on 06 September 2026; eligibility for teaching appointments is determined solely on qualifying marks in the respective paper.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 June 2026 |
| Correction / Edit Form Window | 15 June 2026 to 18 June 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| CTET Exam Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Will be updated |
Application Fee
| Paper | General / OBC | SC / ST / PwD |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I Only | ₹1,000/- | ₹500/- |
| Paper-II Only | ₹1,000/- | ₹500/- |
| Both Paper-I & Paper-II | ₹1,200/- | ₹600/- |
Accepted Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet (all online modes).
Selection Process
- Candidates who submitted the application form between 11 May and 10 June 2026 must use the Correction Window (15–18 June 2026) to fix any errors in their submitted details.
- Download the Admit Card from the official CTET portal before the examination date and verify centre, date, and shift details.
- Appear in the CTET September 2026 Written Examination on 06 September 2026 for the selected paper(s).
- Await Result Declaration on the official CTET portal and verify qualifying status against the minimum passing marks.
- Download the CTET Eligibility Certificate upon qualifying, which remains valid for teaching appointments as per CBSE and government norms.
- Apply for teaching vacancies in Central Government schools using the CTET qualified scorecard as per respective recruitment notifications.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official CTET portal at ctet.nic.in.
- Find and click the “Online Correction / Edit Form 2026” link available on the homepage from 15 June 2026 onwards.
- Log in using your registered Application Number and Password or Date of Birth.
- Identify and correct the specific fields that require rectification — note that changes may be limited to specific fields as permitted by CBSE.
- Review all corrected details carefully before submitting — no further edits will be permitted after the correction window closes on 18 June 2026.
- Submit the corrected form and download the updated confirmation page for future reference and admit card verification.
- Save a printout of the updated application confirmation to present during document verification if required.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Correction / Edit Form Link | Click Here |
| Form Correction Notice PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Short Notice PDF | Click Here |
| CTET February Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. What are the dates for the CTET September 2026 Correction Form window?
The CTET September 2026 Correction Form window is active from 15 June 2026 to 18 June 2026 — candidates must complete all corrections before 18 June 2026 as no further edits will be permitted after this date.
Q2. Who can use the CTET September 2026 Correction Form?
All candidates who successfully submitted their application between 11 May 2026 and 10 June 2026 and wish to rectify any errors in their submitted details can use this correction window.
Q3. Is there an entrance exam for CTET September 2026 admission?
Yes — CTET September 2026 is a written eligibility test scheduled for 06 September 2026; candidates must qualify the examination to receive the CTET eligibility certificate for teaching appointment.
Q4. How many seats are available under CTET September 2026?
CTET September 2026 is a teacher eligibility test and not a direct recruitment; consequently, there is no fixed seat count – qualifying candidates become eligible for teaching appointments as per available vacancies at Central Government schools.
Q5. What is the selection process for CTET September 2026?
Selection is based entirely on performance in the written examination on 06 September 2026; consequently, candidates who qualify receive a CTET eligibility certificate valid for teaching appointment in Central Government schools as per CBSE norms.