The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the CTET 2026 exam on February 8. Admit cards are expected to be released 7–10 days before the exam, likely by the end of January or early February. Candidates can download them from ctet.nic.in along with city intimation slips.
CTET 2026: Admit Card Release Timeline
With the CTET 2026 exam scheduled for February 8, thousands of teaching aspirants are awaiting the release of their admit cards. CBSE is expected to publish the city intimation slip first, followed by the admit cards, giving candidates sufficient time to plan travel and logistics.
Key Highlights
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Exam Date: CTET 2026 will be held on February 8, 2026 in offline (OMR-based) mode across India.
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Admit Card Release: Expected 7–10 days before the exam, i.e., between January 29 and February 1, 2026.
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City Slip: Will be released ahead of admit cards, providing details of exam city for travel planning.
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Download Portal: Admit cards and city slips will be available on ctet.nic.in and CBSE’s official website.
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Exam Details: Admit card will include reporting time, exam center, shift timings, and candidate instructions.
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Eligibility Test: CTET is mandatory for teaching positions in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other central schools.
Why It Matters
The admit card is a crucial document for entry into the exam hall. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website and ensure they download and print their admit card well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
Sources: Times Now, Jagran Josh, India Today, Times of India, Sarkari Result