NTA NCET 2026: The National Testing Agency has released the official notification for the National Common Entrance Test on 12th February 2026. The notification, available as a detailed Information Bulletin, outlines the process for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme – ITEP for the academic session 2026-27.
NTA NCET Overview
| Exam Name | National Common Entrance Test – NCET 2026 |
| Total Seats | 9750 Seats |
| Program | 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme – ITEP |
| Organization | National Testing Agency – NTA |
| Qualification | 12th Passed |
| Application Date | 12th Feb – 10th Mar 2026 |
NTA NCET Eligibility
Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the specific requirements set by the NTA and the participating universities.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates should have passed or be appearing in the Class 12 / Qualifying Examination. Specific minimum marks and subject requirements may vary by institution.
- Age Limit: Candidates should check the specific age criteria of the university/institution they are applying to.
- Nationality: Generally open to Indian citizens; however, specific university rules apply.
NTA NCET Exam Pattern
The test consists of multiple sections designed to evaluate different competencies.
| Section | Topics Covered |
| Language | Reading Comprehension, Literary Aptitude, and Vocabulary |
| Domain Subjects | Based on the Class 12 syllabus only |
| General Test | General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Mental Ability, and Numerical Ability |
| Teaching Aptitude | Topics related to teaching Science, Arts, Mathematics, etc. |
NTA NCET Exam Fee
The candidates willing to participate in the NTA NCET Exam conducted by the NTA must pay examination fees according to their category to complete the online application process. The category-wise details of the applicable fees are outlined in the following table.
| Category | Fee (INR) |
| General (UR) | ₹ 1200/- |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹ 1000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | ₹ 650/- |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any of the following options to make the payment – Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
NTA NCET Important Dates
Aspirants preparing for the examination can check the NTA NCET 2026 exam dates table mentioning about the dates for the exam events:
| Events | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12th February 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 12th February 2026 |
| Apply End Date | 10th March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 17th March 2026 |
How To Apply for NTA NCET 2026
Candidates can apply for the examination through the “Online” mode only. Follow these steps:
- Registration: Visit the official website and register to generate a system-generated Application Number.
- Application Form: Log in and fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and select your preferred examination cities and university programmes.
- Upload Documents: Upload a live photograph, scanned signature, and category/disability certificates as required.
- Fee Payment: Pay the requisite fee online to complete the process.
- Print Confirmation: After successful payment, download and print the Confirmation Page for future reference.
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