The CTET 2025 Exam Date is expected to be released by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in November 2025 on its official website at ctet.nic.in. The Central Teacher Eligibility Test is a national-level exam that determines the eligibility of candidates to teach in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other schools under the central and some state governments. Many private schools also accept CTET certificates as a criterion for teacher recruitment.
This year, CBSE will conduct the 21st edition of CTET, and eligible candidates can apply online once the application window opens. The exam will have two papers—Paper I for classes I-V and Paper II for classes VI-VIII.
CTET 2025 Exam Date Overview
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Type of Exam | National Level Eligibility Test |
| Application Begins | August 2025 (Expected) |
| Last Date to Apply | September 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Paper I Exam Time | 9:30 am to 12:00 pm |
| Paper II Exam Time | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes per paper |
| Admit Card Release | 2 days before exam |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2025 Important Dates
| Event | CTET 2025 Tentative Dates | CTET Dec 2024 | CTET July 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | August 2025 | 17 Sept 2024 | 7 March 2024 |
| Application Period | August 2025 | 17 Sept – 16 Oct 2024 | 7 March – 15 April 2024 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | September 2025 | 16 Oct 2024 | 16 April 2024 |
| Exam Date | To be announced | 14–15 Dec 2024 | 7 July 2024 |
| Exam City Intimation | – | 3 Dec 2024 | – |
| Admit Card Release | – | 12 Dec 2024 | – |
| Answer Key Release | – | 1 Jan 2025 | 24 July 2024 |
| Result Declaration | – | Notified Soon | 31 July 2024 |
CTET Application Fee 2025
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| GEN/OBC/EWS | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC/ST/PH | ₹500 | ₹600 |
Payment Methods:
Candidates can pay the fee via credit card, debit card, net banking, or E-Challan.
CTET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
For Paper I (Classes I-V)
- Passed Senior Secondary or equivalent with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) in progress or completed.
- OR 50% in Senior Secondary and the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- OR 50% in Senior Secondary and the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
For Paper II (Classes VI-VIII)
- Graduate and completed/final year of Bachelor of Education (B.Ed).
- OR 50% in graduation and the first year of B.Ed.
- OR 50% in Senior Secondary and the final year of a 4-year B.El.Ed or B.A./B.Sc.Ed.
CTET Certificate Validity
The CTET certificate is now valid for a lifetime as per CBSE guidelines.
CTET Qualifying Marks
- General Category: Minimum 60% (90 marks out of 150)
- SC/ST/OBC: Minimum 55% (82.5 marks out of 150)
CTET 2025 Exam Pattern
| Aspect | Paper I (Classes I-V) | Paper II (Classes VI-VIII) |
|---|---|---|
| Sections | 5 | 4 |
| Questions | 150 | 150 |
| Marks | 150 | 150 |
| Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Type of Questions | MCQs | MCQs |
| Negative Marking | No | No |
CTET 2025 Answer Key
After the exam, CBSE will release the CTET Answer Key 2025 along with scanned copies of the OMR sheets and the objection link for challenging the answers. Separate PDF answer keys will be available for Paper I and Paper II.
FAQs on CTET 2025 Exam Date
Q1. When will the CTET 2025 notification be released?
The CTET Notification 2025 is expected in August 2025.
Q2. What is the application fee for CTET 2025?
For one paper, GEN/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹1000, and SC/ST/PH candidates pay ₹500. For both papers, GEN/OBC/EWS pay ₹1200, and SC/ST/PH pay ₹600.
Q3. What is the exam date for CTET 2025?
The exact CTET Exam Date 2025 will be announced after the notification release.
Q4. How long is the CTET certificate valid?
The certificate is valid for life.
Q5. How can I apply for CTET 2025?
Candidates need to visit ctet.nic.in, fill out the online form, upload documents, and pay the fee.