Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially declared the 18th edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), which is scheduled to be held on Sunday, January 21, 2024. This highly anticipated examination will be conducted across the nation in 135 cities and will be available in a diverse range of 20 languages to accommodate candidates from various linguistic backgrounds.
Aspiring candidates are encouraged to apply online exclusively through the CTET website, accessible at https://ctet.nic.in, commencing from November 3, 2023, through November 23, 2023. It is important to note that the deadline for application fee payment is also November 23, 2023.
Notably, the CTET board has confirmed that the 18th edition of the examination will be conducted using a traditional pen-paper-based format with the OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) system. This approach emphasizes the importance of offline examination methods.
Key Dates for CTET January 2024
- Online Application Start: November 3, 2023
- Last Date Application Submission: November 23, 2023 (until 23:59 hrs)
- Deadline for Application Fee Payment: November 23, 2023 (until 23:59 hrs)
- Examination Date: January 21, 2024
Application Fee
| Category | Only Paper I or II | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General/ (OBC) | Rs. 1,000/- | Rs. 1,200/- |
| SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 600/- |
How to Apply for CTET January 2024 Online
- Visit the official CTET website: https://ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link.
- Complete the online application form and make note of your Registration Number/Application Number.
- Upload a scanned copy of your most recent photograph and signature.
- Pay the examination fee using a debit/credit card or net banking.
- Print the confirmation page for your personal records and future reference.
For more details check the official notification.
