CTET 2025 Notification [August]: Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Last DateCTET 2025 Notification [August]: Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Last Date
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official CTET 2025 August Notification. The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level exam for candidates who wish to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in central government schools like KVS, NVS, and others.
Eligible candidates can now apply online through the official website. Check below all important details such as eligibility, application dates, fees, and how to apply.
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| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Authority | CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) |
| Exam Session | August 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| CTET 2025 – Important Dates |
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| Notification Release Date | July 30, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | August 1, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | August 20, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | August 21, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 1st week of September 2025 |
| CTET 2025 Exam Date | September 15, 2025 (Expected) |
| CTET 2025 – Eligibility Criteria |
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| For Primary Stage (Classes 1 to 5): |
| ✅ | Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed / D.Ed |
| For Elementary Stage (Classes 6 to 8): |
| ✅ | Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed / 4-year B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed / B.El.Ed |
| CTET 2025 – Application Fee |
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| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Papers |
| General/OBC | ₹1000 | ₹1200 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹500 | ₹600 |
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| Step 1 | Visit the official website: https://ctet.nic.in |
| Step 2 | Click on “Apply Online” and complete registration |
| Step 3 | Fill the application form, upload documents, and submit |
| Step 4 | Pay the application fee and download confirmation page |
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| Q: What is the last date to apply for CTET 2025? | A: The last date to apply is August 20, 2025. |
| Q: Is CTET 2025 conducted online? | A: No, CTET is conducted in offline OMR-based mode. |
| Q: Can I apply for both papers? | A: Yes, you can apply for both Paper I and Paper II by paying the combined fee. |
| Q: Is CTET mandatory for teaching jobs? | A: Yes, CTET is mandatory for teaching jobs in central government schools. |
