CTET 2025 Notification Out – Apply Online
CBSE has released the CTET 2025 notification. Check CTET online form details, eligibility criteria, exam dates, syllabus, application fees, and how to apply for Paper 1 & Paper 2 at ctet.nic.in.
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET 2025 Notification for Paper 1 (Primary Level) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary Level). Candidates who wish to become teachers in government schools (Classes 1 to 8) can now apply online through the official website — ctet.nic.in.
🔹 CTET 2025 Overview
Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025 |
Conducting Body | CBSE |
Exam Level | National |
Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
Papers | Paper I (Class 1–5), Paper II (Class 6–8) |
Official Website |
Friends, CTET is one of the most important exams for those who want to build a career in teaching under the Central Government.
📅 CTET 2025 Important Dates
Event | Date |
CTET Notification Release | October 2025 |
Application Start Date | 2 November 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 28 November 2025 |
Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 November 2025 |
Exam Date | January 2025 (Tentative) |
As seen above, make sure you complete your form before the last date to avoid website issues.
🎓 CTET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
For Paper 1 (Primary Teacher: Class 1–5):
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks.
- Passed or appearing in final year of D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed.
For Paper 2 (Upper Primary Teacher: Class 6–8):
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in B.Ed.
- OR B.El.Ed final year candidates can also apply.
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: No upper limit
Friends, even if you’re pursuing B.Ed or D.El.Ed, you are eligible to apply for CTET 2025!
💰 CTET 2025 Application Fees
Category | Paper I or II | Both Papers |
General / OBC (NCL) | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
Payment can be made online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
Friends, remember — fee payment confirmation is a must to complete your application.
🧾 CTET 2025 Exam Pattern
Paper I (Class 1–5):
- Total Questions: 150
- Duration: 2.5 Hours
- Subjects: Child Development, Language I & II, Maths, EVS
Paper II (Class 6–8):
- Total Questions: 150
- Subjects: Child Development, Language I & II, Maths/Science or Social Studies
Each question carries 1 mark and there’s no negative marking.
🖊️ How to Apply Online for CTET 2025?
- Visit ctet.nic.in.
- Click on “Apply for CTET January 2025”.
- Register with your email and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form and upload documents.
- Pay the fee and submit the form.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Friends, the process is fully online — no need to send any documents by post.
✅ CTET 2025 Certificate Validity
The CTET Certificate is now valid for a lifetime, so once you qualify, you can apply for teacher vacancies anytime in the future.
Friends, you just read all details about CTET 2025 Notification. If you are eligible, don’t miss this opportunity — it’s your gateway to becoming a government teacher!
🔗 Sources
- CTET Official Website – ctet.nic.in
- CBSE Official Website – cbse.gov.in
- Press Information Bureau (PIB)
- Employment News
❓ FAQs – CTET 2025
Q1. When will CTET 2025 Notification be released?
A. It has been released in October 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CTET 2025?
A. 28 November 2025 is the last date to apply online.
Q3. Can B.Ed students apply for CTET Paper 1?
A. Yes, if they meet the required qualifications for the Primary level.
Q4. What is the validity of the CTET Certificate?
A. The CTET Certificate is valid for a lifetime.
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