The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially issued the notification for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026 on 12 February 2026. With this announcement the registration process for admission into the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) has begun. The exam serves as a common national-level assessment for applicants who wish to pursue teacher education programmes in prestigious institutions such as Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) National Institutes of Technology (NITs) Regional Institutes of Education (RIEs). The online application window opened on 12 February 2026 and applicants can submit their forms until 10 March 2026 (11:50 PM). The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode on 17 April 2026.
NCET 2026 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026 |
| Conducting Agency | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Programme Offered | 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Application Start Date | 12 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 March 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Exam Date | 17 April 2026 (Friday) |
Total Seats Offered in ITEP for 2026–27
| Programme | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) | 9750 |
Application Process for NCET 2026
Step 1 > Open the official NTA NCET portal and complete the registration to generate a unique Application Number.
Step 2 > Log in using your details and fill in personal, academic, and contact information.
Step 3 > Choose your preferred examination cities and select the university programmes you are interested in.
Step 4 > Upload a recent live photograph, scanned signature, and category or disability certificate.
Step 5 > Pay the application fee online and after successful submission download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidate Eligibility Requirements
Before applying students must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria which includes:
- Applicants must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination to apply for NCET 2026
- Age criteria can vary depending on the university applicants should refer to institutional guidelines.
- The exam is primarily for Indian citizens though some institutions may have additional rules for foreign or NRI candidates.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Key Areas Covered |
|---|---|
| Language | Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Literary Aptitude |
| Domain Subjects | Based on Class 12 syllabus |
| General Test | GK, Current Affairs, Mental Ability, Numerical Ability |
| Teaching Aptitude | Classroom scenarios, teaching-related reasoning, subject awareness |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 12 February 2026 |
| Registration Start | 12 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 17 April 2026 |
Important FAQs
Q1. What is the deadline for submitting the NCET form?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 10 March 2026, and forms must be submitted by 11:50 PM.
Q2. In how many languages will the NCETexam be conducted?
Ans. The test will be held in 13 languages, offering flexibility to candidates across different regions.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Check Deadline | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | https://exams.nta.nic.in/registration-for-ncet-2026-is-live/ |
| WhatsApp Group | Click Here |
| Telegram Group | Click Here |