The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official Information Bulletin for National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026 for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP). Eligible candidates can submit the online application form through the official NCET portal.
| Exam Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026 |
| Course Offered | 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in/NCET/ |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 March 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 12 – 14 March 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Exam Date | 17 April 2026 (Friday) |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹ 1200 |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹ 1000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | ₹ 650 |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit |
| Educational Qualification | Passed / Appearing Class 12 (10+2) or Equivalent |
| Qualifying Exams | Recognized Board / Equivalent Qualification |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 181 Questions |
| Questions to Attempt | 160 Questions |
| Duration | 180 Minutes |
| Sections | Language Test, Teaching Aptitude, General Test, Domain Subjects |
NCET scores are accepted for admission into Central/State Universities/Institutions including IITs, NITs, RIEs & Government Colleges (Institute lost Mentioned in Notification across Page no. 18).
| Step 1 | Visit https://exams.nta.nic.in/NCET/ |
| Step 2 | Complete New Candidate Registration |
| Step 3 | Fill the Online Application Form |
| Step 4 | Upload Photograph & Signature (JPG/JPEG) |
| Step 5 | Upload Required Documents (if applicable) |
| Step 6 | Pay Application Fee Online |
| Step 7 | Download Confirmation Page |
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
| Official Information Bulletin | Download PDF |
| NTA Official Website | nta.ac.in |
📝 Note: Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete Information Bulletin before applying.
NCET (National Common Entrance Test) is conducted by NTA for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP).
Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 (10+2) from a recognized board are eligible.
No, there is no age limit for NCET 2026 admissions.
The NCET 2026 exam is scheduled for 17 April 2026.
The paper contains 181 questions, out of which candidates must attempt 160 questions.
The fee varies by category: ₹1200 (General), ₹1000 (OBC/EWS), ₹650 (SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender).
NCET scores are accepted for admission to the 4-Year ITEP Programme offered by participating universities.
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