CBSE Announces New Date for CTET Paper 2 Re-exam
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially confirmed a fresh examination date for candidates affected by the cancellation of CTET Paper 2. The re-exam is scheduled to take place on 1 March 2026, giving eligible candidates another opportunity to appear for the test.
This decision comes after certain examination centres in Bihar’s Vaishali district faced disruptions during the originally scheduled test. The board has stepped in to ensure that no candidate is unfairly disadvantaged due to circumstances beyond their control.
Background of the Cancellation
The 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) was conducted on 7 and 8 February 2026 for Paper I and Paper II, respectively. However, due to administrative complications, the Paper II examination could not be held at two specific centres on 7 February. These centres were:
- Lakshya Academy, Bardiha, Patepur, Vaishali (Hajipur), Bihar – 843110
- St. John Academy, Basmati Nagar, Keshopur, Post Office Baluka Ram Vaishali, Bihar – 844113
Candidates who were assigned to either of these locations will now have the chance to sit for the examination on the newly announced date.
Revised Exam Schedule and Admit Card Details
The re-exam for Paper II will be held on Sunday, 1 March 2026. All affected candidates are advised to check the official CTET website for their updated admit cards. The revised hall tickets will be uploaded to the candidate login portal shortly, and it is the responsibility of each examinee to download and print the new document before the test day.
To access the updated admit card, candidates must visit ctet.nic.in and log in using their credentials. It is essential to verify all details on the admit card, including the exam centre, date, and personal information, well in advance.
Final Opportunity for Affected Candidates
This re-examination serves as the final chance for those whose original test was disrupted. The board has made it clear that requests for further changes to the exam date or centre will not be entertained under any circumstances. Candidates are therefore urged to make the necessary arrangements and plan accordingly to appear for the test on the specified date.
All examinees should treat this as a definitive schedule and prepare themselves thoroughly. It is advisable to reach the examination centre well ahead of time and carry all required documents, including the revised admit card and a valid photo identification proof.
For any additional queries or concerns, candidates are encouraged to monitor the official CTET portal for updates and announcements. The board has assured that all necessary measures are being taken to conduct the examination smoothly and fairly for everyone involved.
