
The wait is finally over for millions of teaching aspirants! The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the CTET 2026 admit card for the February session. With the CTET exam 2026 scheduled to take place on February 7 and 8, candidates must download their hall tickets immediately to confirm their allotted exam centers and shift timings.
Below is everything you need to know about the CTET Admit Card 2026 download process, exam dates, and mandatory guidelines.
The CTET admit card date typically falls two days before the examination. For the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test, the link is now active.
| CTET 2026 Admit Card- Important Dates and Links | |
| Event | Date / Link |
| CTET Exam Date 2026 | February 7 & 8, 2026 |
| CTET Admit Card Release Date | February 5, 2026 |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
Candidates can now download the CTET Hall Ticket 2026 from the official website ctet.nic.in using their application number and date of birth. The hall ticket is mandatory for entry into the exam centre, so candidates should download and print it well before the exam date.
Follow these simple steps to access your CTET February hall ticket without any hassle:
Visit the Official Website: Go to the homepage of ctet.nic.in.
Locate the Link: Click on the link titled "Download Admit Card: CTET Feb-2026".
Enter Credentials: Provide your Application Number and Date of Birth (or password).
Security Pin: Type in the security pin (CAPTCHA) displayed on the screen.
Submit and View: Click "Submit" to view your admit card ctet 2026.
Printout: Download the PDF and take at least two color printouts on A4 paper for the exam day.
Due to a record-breaking 25.3 lakh+ applications, CBSE is conducting the exam over two days in 140 cities to ensure smooth logistics.
| CTET Exam 2026 Shift Timings & Schedule | |||
| Exam Date | Paper | Shift Timing | Duration |
| Feb 7 & 8, 2026 | Paper II (Class 6-8) | 09:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| Feb 7 & 8, 2026 | Paper I (Class 1-5) | 02:30 PM – 05:00 PM | 2.5 Hours |
Reporting Time Warning: Candidates must reach the center at least 2 hours before the exam starts. Entry will strictly close at 9:30 AM for Shift 1 and 2:30 PM for Shift 2.
To avoid disqualification at the gate, ensure you carry:
Printed CTET 2026 Admit Card: A clear, physical copy.
Original Photo ID: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport.
Stationery: Blue or Black ballpoint pen (for OMR marking).
Personal Hygiene: A small transparent water bottle and hand sanitizer (optional).
If you notice any error in your name, photograph, signature, or paper combination on the downloaded CTET admit card, contact the CTET Unit immediately for corrections. You can reach them via:
Official Website: ctet.nic.in
Control Room Helpline: Consult the contact details provided in your information bulletin.