CTET 2026 Scheduled for February 8; Maithili Language Likely Included, Admit Cards Soon

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 is scheduled for February 8, conducted offline by CBSE in two shifts for classes 1-5 and 6-8. The admit cards are expected to be released a week prior on ctet.nic.in. CBSE extended the application deadline due to many incomplete registrations. Notably, Maithili language inclusion is likely, addressing demands from Mithilanchal and benefiting Maithili-speaking candidates. The exam features 150 MCQs per paper with no negative marking, and the CTET certificate is valid for life.