Official Guide 2026
How to Apply for CTET (Paper 1 & 2) 2026:
The Document Upload Guide
Every year, thousands of Central Teacher Eligibility Test applications are rejected due to incorrect photograph and signature formats. Follow this strict guide to ensure your registration is accepted.
1 Register on the Official Portal
All CTET applications start on the official recruitment portal. Ensure you are on the correct, government-operated website.
Visit ctet.nic.in NEVER share your login credentials, OTP, or payment details with third parties. CTET will never call you asking for these.
2 Upload Photograph
Strict Photo Rules for CTET
- File size: 10KB – 100KB
- Dimensions: 350 × 450 px
- Background: light
- Latest passport size photograph.
3 Upload Signature
Strict Signature Rules for CTET
- File size: 3KB – 30KB
- Dimensions: 350 × 150 px
- Ink color: black
- Sign inside a 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm box.
4 Review & Submit Application
- Double-check every field — name spelling, DOB, category, photo, and signature.
- Take a screenshot / printout of the confirmation page with your registration ID.
- Save the payment receipt PDF. Most boards send confirmation via email / SMS.