About Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Recruitment 2026
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the recruitment process for Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) January 2024.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Level (Class I-V) | โ | Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education OR with at least 45% marks as per NCTE 2002 Norms OR with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 4-year B.El.Ed OR with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education). | โ |
| Junior Level (Class VI-VIII) | โ | Bachelor Degree and passed or appearing in 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education OR at least 50% marks in Graduation/Post-Graduation and passed or appearing in B.Ed OR Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed as per NCTE norms OR Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 4-year B.El.Ed OR 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed/B.Ed Special Education OR Post-Graduation with minimum 55% marks and passed or appearing in 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed. | โ |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 03/11/2023 |
| Exam Date | 21 January 2024 |
| Admit Card Release | 2 Days Before Exam |
| Last Date For Registration | 01/12/2023 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 01/12/2023 |
| Correction Start | 06-08 December 2023 |
| View Exam City Available | 12/01/2024 |
| Answer Key Available | 07/02/2024 |
| Result Declared | 15/02/2024 |
โ๏ธ Correction Window: 06 December 2023 to 08 December 2023
Application Fee
| General / (Single / Paper) | 1000/- |
| OBC / (Single / Paper) | 1000/- |
| EWS / (Single / Paper) | 1000/- |
| SC / (Single / Paper) | 500/- |
| ST / (Single / Paper) | 500/- |
| PH / / / PwD / (Single / Paper) | 500/- |
| General / (Both / Papers) | 1200/- |
| OBC / (Both / Papers) | 1200/- |
| EWS / (Both / Papers) | 1200/- |
| SC / (Both / Papers) | 600/- |
| ST / (Both / Papers) | 600/- |
| PH / / / PwD / (Both / Papers) | 600/- |
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Primary Level (Class I-V): Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 2-year D.El.Ed OR 4-year B.El.Ed OR 2-year D.Ed (Special Education). Junior Level (Class VI-VIII): Bachelor Degree with D.El.Ed OR Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed OR 4-year B.El.Ed OR B.A/B.Sc.Ed OR B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed OR 1-year B.Ed OR Post-Graduation with 55% marks and 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed. For detailed code-wise eligibility, refer to the notification.
Selection Process
Written Exam (Paper I for Primary, Paper II for Junior)
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) โ https://ctet.nic.in.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) January 2024.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date for registration?
The last date for registration and fee payment is 01 December 2023.
When is the CTET January 2024 exam scheduled?
The exam date is 21 January 2024.
What is the application fee for General category for single paper?
The application fee for General/OBC/EWS for a single paper is Rs. 1000/-.
What is the eligibility for Primary Level (Class I-V)?
Candidates must have Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed, or 4-year B.El.Ed, or 2-year D.Ed (Special Education).
What is the eligibility for Junior Level (Class VI-VIII)?
Candidates must have a Bachelor Degree and passed or appearing in 2-year D.El.Ed, or Graduation with 50% marks and B.Ed, or 4-year B.El.Ed, or B.A/B.Sc.Ed, or 1-year B.Ed, or Post-Graduation with 55% marks and 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed.
When was the CTET January 2024 result declared?
The result was declared on 15 February 2024.
How can I apply for CTET January 2024?
Apply online from 03 November 2023 to 01 December 2023 through the official website https://ctet.nic.in.
What is the exam mode?
The exam is conducted in Offline (Pen and Paper) mode.
Is there negative marking in CTET?
The notification does not specify negative marking; typical CTET exams have no negative marking.
What documents are required for the application?
You need a passport size photograph, signature, Photo ID proof, educational certificates, date of birth proof, category certificate (if applicable), and PwD certificate (if applicable).
Can I apply for both Paper I and Paper II?
Yes, you can apply for both papers. The application fee for General/OBC/EWS for both papers is Rs. 1200/-.
What is the age limit for CTET?
The notification does not mention any age limit. CTET generally has no upper age bar.
When will the admit card be available?
The admit card is available 2 days before the exam date.
How to check the exam city?
The exam city information was made available on 12 January 2024 on the official website.
What is the correction window period?
The correction window is from 06 December 2023 to 08 December 2023.