Good news for candidates who missed out earlier: the CTI portal reopens today for CTI adjusted seats 2026. The Higher Education Department (HED) Punjab has adjusted the seats of College Teaching Interns (CTI) 2026-27, and the online portal will open again on Thursday, 22 October 2026, at 12:00 PM. It will stay open only until 12:00 Midnight the same day, so candidates have just one window of about 12 hours to apply.

According to the official notice issued by the Higher Education Department, the portal is being reopened only for applications against the adjusted seats. Candidates are advised to visit the portal and submit their applications in time, because no extra time has been announced after midnight.

CTI Adjusted Seats 2026: Portal Schedule at a Glance

Here is a quick summary of the important details from the HED notice:

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Why Has the CTI Portal Reopened?

During every induction cycle, some seats remain vacant or change after the first round. A candidate may not join, a college may need more interns in a certain subject, or a seat may move from one district to another. To fill these gaps, the department has adjusted the CTI seats and is giving candidates another chance to apply against them.

This is a useful opportunity for fresh graduates who could not apply in the first round, and for applicants who want to try for a college or subject that was not available before. Since the seats have been adjusted, candidates should check the list carefully on the portal before choosing.

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How to Apply on the CTI Portal Today

The process is simple, but it should be done early in the day to avoid heavy traffic near the deadline:

• Open the official CTI portal from 12:00 PM onwards.
• Log in with your existing account, or create a new one if you are applying for the first time.
• Complete or update your profile, including academic record and contact details.
• Check the adjusted seats for your subject and preferred colleges.
• Select your choices and submit the application before 12:00 Midnight.
• Take a screenshot or print of the submitted application for your record.

For full step-by-step guidance, salary details and eligibility, read our detailed post on CTI apply online 2026-27.

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Important Tips for Candidates

Many candidates lose their chance because they wait until the last hour. Servers often slow down near the closing time, and a small mistake in the profile can stop the application from being submitted. Keep your CNIC, degree details and marks ready before you log in. Use a stable internet connection, and do not refresh the page again and again while the form is saving.

Also make sure that your subject matches the seat you are applying for. The merit for CTI is based mainly on academic qualification, so entering correct marks is very important. If you are not sure about eligibility, check our CTI 2026-27 complete guide before you apply.

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What Happens After Applying?

After the portal closes at midnight, the department will process the applications received against the adjusted seats. Merit lists are usually shared on the portal, and selected candidates are then asked to report to their allotted colleges. Candidates should keep checking the portal and their SMS for updates.

If you want to understand the difference between school and college internships, see STI vs CTI. You can also read about the CTI contract extension rules to know how your internship can be extended on performance.

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