CTET 2026 (22nd Edition) New Dates: Exam on 12 and 13 December, City Details 15 Days Before and Admit Card 2 Days Before
CBSE has announced the revised date for the 22nd edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). As per the public notice issued on 14 September 2026, the exam will now be held on 12 and 13 December. The exam was earlier proposed for 6 September and was postponed.
Old and New Dates
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam | CTET, 22nd edition |
| Earlier proposed date | 6 September 2026 |
| New dates | 12 and 13 December 2026 |
| Public notice | 14 September 2026 |
| City details | 15 days before the exam |
| Admit card | 2 days before the exam |
CBSE has not yet announced the paper-wise schedule (shifts and timings).
When to Expect City Slip and Admit Card
- By CBSE’s rule, city details are expected 15 days before the exam, that is around 27-28 November.
- The admit card may be released 2 days before the exam, that is around 10 December.
Paper 1 and Paper 2
- Paper 1: For candidates who wish to teach Classes 1 to 5.
- Paper 2: For candidates who wish to teach Classes 6 to 8.
Different reports say different things about the exam mode (computer-based or offline), so confirm only from CBSE’s notice.
What Candidates Should Do Now
- Check notices and the admit card only on ctet.nic.in.
- The application window has closed, so do not expect fresh applications.
- Once you get the admit card, check your name, photo, exam centre and date.
- Do not trust touts or paper-leak claims.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the new date of CTET 2026?
12 and 13 December 2026.
When was the exam earlier?
It was proposed for 6 September 2026 and then postponed.
When will the admit card come?
2 days before the exam.
When will city details be available?
15 days before the exam.
Note: This information is written in our own words from various news reports and public notices, as of 14 November 2026. Dates, rules and figures may change. For final information, check the official website of the department concerned. Emitrawala.com is not a government website.
