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    CTET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines and Instructions, Dress Code

    CTET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines and Instructions, Dress Code

    Meghana Mohana KrishnanUpdated on 07 Feb 2026, 09:26 AM IST

    Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the CTET exam 2026 on February 7 & 8, 2026. The CTET 2026 exam is conducted in offline mode (pen & paper) to determine the eligibility of candidates for primary and upper primary level teachers. Candidates who are appearing in the CTET exam can the exam day rules here.

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    1. CTET 2026 Exam Day Instructions
    2. CTET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
    3. CTET Exam Pattern 2026
    4. CTET 2026 Admit Card
    CTET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines and Instructions, Dress Code
    CTET Exam Day Guidelines

    Read the complete article to know about CTET 2026 exam day guidelines, exam pattern and other important details related to the exam.

    CTET 2026 Exam Day Instructions

    The authorities mention the CTET instructions in the admit card of CTET. The CTET exam day guidelines are given below:

    • Candidates are advised to reach their CTET 2026 exam centre at least 1 hour before the entry gate opens so as to cope with any unwanted delays. Moreover, candidates must make their transportation arrangements and plan beforehand given that transportation services have been affected due to the pandemic.

    • Candidates have to carry their CTET admit card with them to get entry into the examination centre. It must be noted that no candidate will be allowed to enter the CTET exam centre without producing their admit card and valid photo identity proof.

    CTET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

    There are certain guidelines such as CTET exam dress code and more that need to be followed by the candidate at the CTET exam centre. Check below for complete details:

    • Do not exchange any stuff in the examination hall.

    • It is necessary to use safe transportation while coming and returning from the exam centre.

    • Maintain toilet hygiene, during and after the use.

    • Don't spit near the exam centre premises.

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    Essentials to be carried

    • CTET admit card 2026

    • Valid photo identity card

    • Transparent water bottle.

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    CTET Exam Pattern 2026

    CTET 2026 exam is conducted in pen & paper (offline) mode. As per the CTET 2026 exam pattern the exam comprises multiple choice questions and candidates are given a total time of 2 hours 30 minutes to attempt the exam. The detailed CTET exam pattern has been given below:

    Particulars

    Details

    Name of the Exam

    Central Teachers Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET)

    Post

    Teachers

    Mode of Exam

    Offline

    Papers

    Paper I and Paper II

    Type of Questions

    Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    CTET Exam Time Duration

    2 hours 30 minutes each

    Conducting Authority

    Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

    CTET Marking Scheme

    1 mark is allotted per question. No negative marking.

    Total Number of Questions

    150 questions in each paper

    CTET 2026 Admit Card

    The board will issue the CTET admit card on the official website. Candidates must know that the CTET 2026 admit card is a mandatory document that every student needs to carry along with them on the day of the exam. The CTET admit card 2026 comprises important details like the name of the candidate, the address of the examination centre, exam timings etc.

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: In what mode will be the CTET 2026 exam conducted?
    A:

    CTET 2026 exam is conducted in offline mode (Pen & paper).

    Q: Is CTET exam centre mentioned in the admit card?
    A:

    Yes, the CTET exam centre is provided in the CTET admit card.

    Q: Is there any provision of negative marking in the CTET exam?
    A:

    No, there is no provision for negative marking in the exam. Candidates can attempt as many questions as they want.

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