The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the 22nd edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), originally scheduled for September 6. Following a recent Supreme Court directive, the board has reopened the online registration window, allowing eligible candidates to submit their applications through September 1. A revised exam schedule will be notified once registrations conclude. Due to an anticipated increase in applicants, officials indicate the examination may be held across two days. Candidates who successfully registered and paid the fees in the previous cycle do not need to reapply, as their submissions remain valid. Supreme Court Mandate on TET Certification The portal reopening aligns with the Supreme Court’s order instructing authorities to provide adequate opportunities for educators nationwide to secure the mandatory Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) credential. Compliance Deadline: Serving primary school teachers across India must clear the TET by August 31, 2028, to maintain their service or qualify for promotional avenues, subject to statutory guidelines. Application Fee & Qualifying Criteria General Category: ₹1,000 for a single paper; ₹1,200 for both Paper I and Paper II. Reserved Categories: ₹500 for a single paper; ₹600 for both papers. Passing Marks: General category candidates must score at least 90 out of 150 marks (60%), while reserved category candidates require a minimum of 82 marks (~55%) to qualify. Post navigation UGC-NET 2026 Final Answer Keys Released for 84 Subjects; Re-Exams for Three Papers in September
