The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET 2026 City Intimation Slips for candidates appearing in the upcoming Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). Applicants who have successfully registered for the examination can now download their city slips from the official CTET website by logging in with their application number and password.
The CTET 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on February 8, 2026, across various examination centres in India. The city intimation slip informs candidates about the city where their exam centre will be located, allowing them to plan travel and accommodation in advance. However, it is important to note that this slip is not the admit card.
How to Download CTET 2026 City Intimation Slip
Candidates can follow these simple steps to download the city intimation slip:
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Visit the official CTET website
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Click on the “CTET 2026 City Intimation Slip” link
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Enter application number and password
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Submit the details
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Download and save the city slip for future reference
The CTET 2026 admit card will be released two days before the examination, as per CBSE norms. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
CTET 2026 Result Date
CBSE has announced that the CTET 2026 results are expected to be declared by the end of March 2026. Candidates who qualify the exam will become eligible to apply for teaching posts in central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs), and other institutions that accept CTET scores.
CTET 2026: A Mandatory Qualification for Teachers
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a mandatory qualifying examination for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Classes I to VIII in government and government-aided schools. Conducted by CBSE, the exam ensures minimum teaching standards across central schools in India.
CTET consists of two papers:
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Paper I for candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to V
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Paper II for candidates aiming to teach Classes VI to VIII
Candidates may appear for either or both papers depending on their eligibility and career goals.
High Number of Applications in CTET 2026
The 21st edition of CTET witnessed massive participation from teaching aspirants nationwide. The online application process was initially open from November 27 to December 18, 2025, during which over 25 lakh candidates successfully submitted their application forms.
According to data shared by CBSE, nearly 3.5 lakh applications were submitted on the second-last day, while over 4 lakh candidates applied on the final day, highlighting the last-minute rush among aspirants.
However, CBSE officials observed that more than 1.5 lakh registrations remained incomplete and were not converted into final submissions. Considering the long gap of nearly one year between CTET examinations, the Board decided to take a sympathetic approach toward candidates.
“As the present edition of CTET is being conducted after a gap of around one year, the Board has taken a compassionate view of the matter,” the director’s note stated.
Important Advice for Candidates
Candidates are advised to:
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Regularly check the official CTET website for updates
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Verify details mentioned on the city intimation slip
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Download the admit card once released
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Reach the exam centre well before reporting time
With the release of city intimation slips, the final phase of preparation for CTET 2026 has begun. Aspirants should focus on revision and exam strategy to secure qualifying marks.
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