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2. Key Updates on CTET 2025 Notification
The CTET 2025 notification for the July session is expected to be released in August 2025, marking a shift in the usual timeline.
Official reports indicate that applications for the July session application form have already begun.
There’s also a December 2025 session notification, which was released on 17 September 2025, with the application window open until 16 October 2025. The exam is slated for 1 December 2025.
Official Status and Expectations
According to Early 2025 updates, CBSE aimed to release the notification by April 2025 for the July session.
However, as of mid-August 2025, while CTET July forms are reported live, official timelines have shifted.
4. Important Dates: July & December Sessions
| Session | Notification Released | Application Window | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2025 | Expected August 2025 | August–September | Notified Later |
| December 2025 | 17 September 2025 | Until 16 October | 1 December 2025 |
5. CTET Exam Pattern & Eligibility Overview
CTET offers two papers:
Paper I: Classes 1 – 5
Paper II: Classes 6 – 8
Minimum qualification score is 60%, and the certificate holds lifetime validity.
CTET is a national eligibility test conducted by NTA (formerly CBSE) covering various central schools.
6. How to Apply Online
Visit the official portal: ctet.nic.in
Download the official notification, eligibility criteria, and syllabus
Register and fill in the CTET application form
Upload required documents, pay fees, and submit
Keep a copy of confirmation for future reference
7. Preparation & Syllabus Highlights
Key subjects include Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I & II, Math & EVS (for Paper I) and appropriate subjects for Paper II.
Checking recommended syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly and starting preparation early is crucial.
FAQs
It was released on 17 September 2025.
Yes—both in July (expected) and December. But there’s a possibility it could shift to a single session.
CBSE administers CTET (NCTE-guided), though exam operations may align with NTA frameworks moving forward.

