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The CTET 2026 provisional key will be out soon, and the objection window will be activated to challenge the answer key at ctet.nic.in. Check for the latest updates on the result date, cutoff, qualifying marks, response sheet, OMR, how to challenge, and more.
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CTET 2026 Answer Key: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will release the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET 2026) answer key on its official website. To download the CTET answer key 2026 PDF, candidates can visit the ctet.nic.in link, and enter their valid application number and date of birth.
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Candidates will have to pay the objection fee to raise challenges against the CTET 2026 answer key - Rs 1,000 per question challenged. In case the challenge is found correct, the objection money will be refunded to the candidate. The authority will provide a deadline to challenge the CTET 2026 provisional answer key. The board will issue the CTET 2026 final answer key on the basis of objections raised by the candidates against the provisional key.
The board conducted the CTET exam from February 7 to 8 for paper 1 (classes 1 to 5) and paper 2 (classes 6 to 8). The CBSE CTET 2026 examination is administered for candidates targeting job positions at Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs), central government schools, and private schools from Classes 1 to 8.
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Candidates need to follow the steps given below to access and download the CTET 2026 answer key and response sheet:
The CBSE will announce the final answer key along with the CTET Result 2026 after the declaration of the provisional answer key. Candidates who qualify for the CTET 2026 examination will receive CTET eligibility certificates. The CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime for candidates to apply for teaching jobs in central and state government schools.
Follow the steps given below to object to the provisional CTET 2026 answer key:
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The CBSE CTET Provisional Answer Key 2026 will be published soon at ctet.nic.in - Get live updates on result date, cut-off, response sheet, passing marks, eligibility, schools, vacancies and more.
February 27, 2026 | 01:56 PM IST
No. The Board does not allow rechecking or re-evaluation of CTET answer sheets. The results are prepared based on the final answer keys after considering objections. The CTET result is final and cannot be challenged further once it is out.
February 27, 2026 | 01:20 PM IST
The CBSE has shifted to digital certificates instead of physical copies. Candidates who qualified in the CTET examination can download their marksheet and eligibility certificate from DigiLocker.
February 27, 2026 | 12:20 PM IST
Check the steps to submit objections against the CTET 2026 provisional answer key are as follows:
February 27, 2026 | 11:22 AM IST
Candidates can check the CTET 2026 qualifying criteria below:
February 27, 2026 | 10:03 AM IST
Yes, scoring 82 out of 150 marks (55%) in the CTET exam is considered a pass for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates. They will qualify and receive the certificate. For General category candidates, a minimum of 90 marks out of 150 (60%) is required to pass the CTET exam.
February 27, 2026 | 10:00 AM IST
To qualify for the CTET, General category candidates must score at least 60% (90 out of 150 marks), while OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates need 55% (82 out of 150 marks). These minimum marks apply to both Paper I and Paper II for eligibility to teach Classes 1 to 8.
February 27, 2026 | 09:02 AM IST
The CTET exam answer key 2026 is expected to be released today, February 27, 2026, on the official website, ctet.nic.in.
February 27, 2026 | 08:04 AM IST
As the CTET re-examination for two centres is scheduled to be held on March 1, the CTET answer key is expected to be released in the first week of March.
February 27, 2026 | 06:45 AM IST
Candidates belonging to SC and ST categories must secure at least 55%, which equals 82 marks out of 150, to qualify.
February 27, 2026 | 06:00 AM IST
There is no upper age restriction for candidates appearing in the CTET exam.
February 27, 2026 | 05:00 AM IST
The CTET February 2026 session was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026, in 140 cities across the country.
February 27, 2026 | 04:00 AM IST
Candidates must use their application number and date of birth to access and download the provisional answer key.
February 27, 2026 | 03:00 AM IST
Candidates can check their results by following these steps:
Visit the official website CTET at ctet.nic.in.
Click on “CTET February 2026 Result.”
Enter your roll number.
Submit the details to view your result.
Download and save the scorecard for future use.
February 27, 2026 | 02:00 AM IST
The qualifying criteria are the same for both male and female candidates. General category candidates must score 90 out of 150 marks, while SC, ST, and OBC candidates need at least 82 marks to qualify.
February 27, 2026 | 01:00 AM IST
For any queries or discrepancies, candidates can contact:
Phone: 011-22240112
Email: ctet.cbse@nic.in
February 27, 2026 | 12:00 AM IST
Candidates can follow these steps to view and download the CTET 2026 answer key and response sheet:
Visit the official website at ctet.nic.in.
Click on the link titled “CTET 2026 Answer Key.”
Enter your application number and password or date of birth.
Submit the details to view the answer key PDF.
Download and save the file for future reference.
February 26, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key by following these steps:
Visit ctet.nic.in.
Click on “View image of OMR Sheet, View and Challenge CTET Answer Key.”
Enter your application number, date of birth, and security pin.
Select the question(s) you want to challenge and provide justification.
Upload supporting documents.
Pay the objection fee online and submit the request.
Save the confirmation page for reference.
February 26, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
Paper 2 carries a total of 150 marks and consists of 150 multiple-choice questions. Each question is worth one mark, and no marks are deducted for wrong answers.
February 26, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
Candidates must pay Rs 1,000 per question to challenge the provisional answer key. If the objection is verified as correct, the fee will be refunded.
February 26, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
As per the exam pattern, candidates receive one mark for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses in the CTET eligibility test.
February 26, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
The CBSE conducts CTET to determine the eligibility of candidates who wish to teach Classes 1 to 8 in schools such as Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, government institutions, and private schools.
February 26, 2026 | 05:56 PM IST
Check the exam helpline numbers given below in case of any discrepancy or error in the CTET answer key 2026:
February 26, 2026 | 04:56 PM IST
The CBSE CTET admit card 2026 for the February session was released on February 5, 2026, on the official website, ctet.nic.in. The board administered the CTET 2026 examination on February 7 and 8, 2026.
February 26, 2026 | 03:56 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education will make the download link for the CTET 2026 answer key and OMR sheet available soon at ctet.nic.in.
February 26, 2026 | 02:56 PM IST
The CTET 2026 answer key for Paper 1 and Paper 2 will be declared soon by the authority. Candidates will be able to access and download the CTET answer key 2026 soon on the official website.
February 26, 2026 | 01:56 PM IST
Yes, the CBSE conducts the CTET twice annually. Qualified candidates are eligible to apply for teaching posts in central government schools.
February 26, 2026 | 12:44 PM IST
The CBSE conducts the CTET for aspirants seeking teaching posts at Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS), federal government institutions, and private schools from Grades 1 to 8.
February 26, 2026 | 11:38 AM IST
As per the latest updates, the CFBSE has not issued any official notification regarding the CTET answer key release date and time. Candidates can expect the provisional CTET answer key 2026 for the February Session to be out soon.
February 26, 2026 | 10:35 AM IST
Candidates can obtain the official CTET answer key 2026 by following these steps:
February 26, 2026 | 09:32 AM IST
Candidates can anticipate the CBSE to release the CTET 2026 OMR sheet soon at ctet.nic.in, following the announcement of the exam results. The CTET answer key 2026 will be out soon on the official website.
February 26, 2026 | 08:51 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce the provisional CTET answer key 2026 on the official website, ctet.nic.in. Candidates can check the provisional CTET answer key PDF by entering their valid application number and date of birth.
February 26, 2026 | 08:10 AM IST
ctet.nic.in is the official link to check and download the CTET answer key 2026. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon issue the provisional CTET answer key 2026.
February 26, 2026 | 06:45 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will publish the CTET 2026 provisional answer key soon on its official website at ctet.nic.in.
February 26, 2026 | 05:45 AM IST
Follow the steps given below to download the CTET 2026 answer key.
February 26, 2026 | 04:45 AM IST
The CTET 2026 was held from February 7 to 8 for paper 1 (classes 1 to 5) and paper 2 (classes 6 to 8) at centres established across the country.
February 26, 2026 | 03:45 AM IST
As per the marking scheme, one mark will be awarded for each correct answer in CTET 2026. Notably, there will be no negative marking in the eligibility test.
February 26, 2026 | 02:45 AM IST
The objection fee to raise challenges against the CTET 2026 answer key will be Rs 1,000 per challenge. If the challenge is found correct, the fee money will be refunded to the candidate.
February 26, 2026 | 01:45 AM IST
The objection fee to raise challenges against the CTET 2026 answer key will be Rs 1,000 per challenge. If the challenge is found correct, the fee money will be refunded to the candidate.
February 26, 2026 | 12:45 AM IST
The login details to download the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 provisional answer key include the application number and date of birth.
February 25, 2026 | 11:45 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will publish the CTET 2026 provisional answer key soon on its official website at ctet.nic.in.
February 25, 2026 | 10:45 PM IST
In case of any discrepancy or query regarding CTET 2026, candidates can contact the exam helpline numbers given below:
February 25, 2026 | 09:45 PM IST
Candidates can check the marking scheme of the CTET 2026 exam given below:
February 25, 2026 | 08:45 PM IST
The CTET February 2026 results are expected to be issued in March 2026. Candidates can check their CTET result 2026 along with the answer key on the official website at ctet.nic.in.
February 25, 2026 | 07:45 PM IST
The CTET 2026 Paper 2 is held for a total of 150 marks and includes 150 multiple-choice questions, with each question carrying 1 mark, and there is no negative marking.
February 25, 2026 | 06:45 PM IST
120 out of 150 (80%) in the CTET 2026 exam is considered a very good and high score. The score is much higher than the minimum qualifying marks of 90 (60%) required for general category candidates in CTET 2026.
February 25, 2026 | 05:45 PM IST
The CTET 2026 paper 1 answer key PDF download link will be activated soon at ctet.nic.in. The CBSE will release the CTET answer key soon on the official website.
February 25, 2026 | 04:45 PM IST
The general category candidates need to secure 90 out of 150 marks to qualify, and SC, ST, OBC, and PwD category candidates need to obtain at least 82 marks to clear CTET 2026.
February 25, 2026 | 03:45 PM IST
The CTET 2026 answer key will be announced along with the scanned OMR response sheets. Candidates will be able to download their CTET answer key and OMR sheet using their roll number and date of birth.
February 25, 2026 | 02:45 PM IST
Candidates will be able to raise objections online by paying the prescribed fee within the stipulated deadline, after the provisional answer key is released. The official CBSE CTET 2026 answer key will be announced soon by the authorities.
February 25, 2026 | 01:50 PM IST
Candidates can download the CBSE CTET 2026 answer key from the official websites — ctet.nic.in and cbse.nic.in.
February 25, 2026 | 12:45 PM IST
The CTET qualifying marks for female candidates remain the same as for male candidates. General category candidates must score 90 out of 150 marks, while SC, ST, and OBC candidates need 82 out of 150 marks to qualify.
February 25, 2026 | 11:46 AM IST
Candidates can check the official CTET 2026 answer key by following these steps:
February 25, 2026 | 10:45 AM IST
The CBSE will soon declare the CTET answer key 2026 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 on the official website, ctet.nic.in. Candidates are advised to keep checking the website for the latest updates.
February 25, 2026 | 09:45 AM IST
The CTET 2026 result is expected to be declared soon on the official website. The board will soon activate the provisional CTET exam answer key 2026 download link at ctet.nic.in.
February 25, 2026 | 08:19 AM IST
The CTET answer key 2026 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 will be issued soon by the authority. Candidates can expect the CBSE to release the answer key soon.
February 25, 2026 | 06:30 AM IST
Candidates will need their application number and date of birth to access and download the CTET 2026 provisional answer key from the official portal.
February 25, 2026 | 05:30 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to release the provisional answer key for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 shortly on its official website, ctet.nic.in.
February 25, 2026 | 04:30 AM IST
Candidates can raise objections against the provisional answer key by following these steps:
Visit the official CTET website at ctet.nic.in.
Click on the link “View Image of OMR Sheet, View and Challenge CTET Answer Key.”
Enter your application number, date of birth, and security pin.
Select the question(s) from Paper 1 or Paper 2 that you want to challenge.
Choose the correct answer option, provide proper justification, and upload supporting documents.
Pay the required objection fee through debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Submit the challenge and save the confirmation page for future reference.
February 25, 2026 | 03:30 AM IST
Yes, aspirants are allowed to take both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of CTET 2026 in the same examination cycle. The official CTET answer key is expected to be released shortly by the authorities.
February 25, 2026 | 02:30 AM IST
Scoring 82 out of 150 marks (55%) is sufficient for candidates belonging to reserved categories to clear the CTET 2026 examination. However, candidates from the General/Unreserved category must secure a minimum of 90 marks (60%) to qualify.
February 25, 2026 | 01:30 AM IST
Follow these steps to download the CTET answer key:
Go to ctet.nic.in.
Click on the “CTET Answer Key 2026” link available on the homepage.
Enter your login details.
Submit the information to view the answer key.
Download and print the answer key for future use.
February 25, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
Candidates must pay Rs 1,000 per question to challenge the provisional answer key. If the objection is found valid, the fee will be refunded.
February 24, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
Candidates can check their CTET 2026 results by following these steps:
Visit the official website at ctet.nic.in.
Click on the “CTET February 2026 Result” link on the homepage.
Enter your roll number in the login window.
Click on Submit to view your result.
Download and save the scorecard showing subject-wise marks and qualifying status.
February 24, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 session was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026. The examination was held across 140 cities nationwide.
February 24, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
Candidates who wish to challenge any response in the provisional answer key must pay a processing charge of ₹1,000 per question.
February 24, 2026 | 09:30 PM IST
There is no upper age limit prescribed for candidates appearing in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET).
February 24, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
The CTET February 2026 examination was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026, across 140 cities nationwide. The test was held in two shifts each day — Shift 1 (Paper II) from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon and Shift 2 (Paper I) from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Each paper had a duration of 2.5 hours.
February 24, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST
Candidates who face any issues or have queries related to the CTET 2026 examination can reach out to the official helpline numbers and email support provided by the authorities.
February 24, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
The CTET 2026 exam was administered in 20 Indian languages, allowing candidates to choose their preferred medium from the available options.
February 24, 2026 | 07:30 PM IST
The CTET scores will accepted in various schools. Some are:
February 24, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
The marking scheme for the CTET exam 2026 is +1 for right answer, 0 for incorrect response and no negative marking.
February 24, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
The qualifying scores in the CTET 2026 for the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories are 55%. SSC and ST applicants must get 82 out of 150 points.
February 24, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
The CTET February 2026 examination was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026.
February 24, 2026 | 05:30 PM IST
Only objections sent within the stipulated timeframe and along with the necessary fee will be considered. Challenges submitted without payment or via other means such as email, letter, or representation will not be considered.
February 24, 2026 | 05:00 PM IST
Following the release of the tentative answer key, the CBSE will disclose the final answer key in conjunction with the CTET Result 2026. Applicants who pass the CTET 2026 exam will be given CTET eligibility certificates. The CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime and allows students to submit applications for teaching positions in central and state government schools.
February 24, 2026 | 04:30 PM IST
Applicants can download the tentative answer key 2026 by following the mentioned below steps.
February 24, 2026 | 04:06 PM IST
The objection cost for disputes to the tentative CTET 2026 answer key will be Rs 1,000 per question. If the challenge is deemed to be right, the applicant will receive a refund.
February 24, 2026 | 03:39 PM IST
Candidates can follow the below steps to check their CTET results;
Go to the official CTET website at ctet.nic.in.
On the homepage, click on the link titled “CTET February 2026 Result.”
Enter your Roll Number in the login section.
Click on Submit to access your result.
View and download your subject-wise marks and qualifying status for future reference.
February 24, 2026 | 02:43 PM IST
82 marks out of 150 (55%) are enough to pass the CTET 2026 exam for reserved category candidates. The General/UR category candidates will need to score at least 90 marks (60%) to qualify.
February 24, 2026 | 01:46 PM IST
Yes, candidates can appear for both CTET 2026 Paper 1 and Paper 2 in the same examination cycle. The authority will issue the CTET Exam Answer Key soon.
February 24, 2026 | 12:58 PM IST
The qualifying marks in the CTET 2026 for the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) categories are 55 per cent. The SSC and ST category candidates need to obtain 82 out of the total 150 marks.
February 24, 2026 | 12:32 PM IST
The CBSE CTET February 2026 exam was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026, in two shifts. The CTET exam covers Paper I and Paper II in 140 cities, with Shift 1 (Paper II) from 09:30 am to 12:00 and Shift 2 (Paper I) from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm, lasting 2.5 hours each.
February 24, 2026 | 11:50 AM IST
In case of any discrepancy or query regarding CTET 2026, aspirants can contact the exam helpline numbers given below:
February 24, 2026 | 11:20 AM IST
The CTET exam answer key 2026 will be declared soon on the official website. Candidates will have to pay the objection fee to raise challenges against the CTET 2026 answer key, i.e., Rs 1,000 per question challenged.
February 24, 2026 | 10:53 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will publish the CTET 2026 Answer Key for Paper 1 on the official website. Candidates can open the website, ctet.nic.in, and enter their valid application number and date of birth to check their CTET answer key 2026.
February 24, 2026 | 10:19 AM IST
The CBSE is likely to announce the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET 2026) answer key shortly on the official website. Candidates are advised to keep checking the website for the latest updates.
February 24, 2026 | 09:48 AM IST
The CBSE is anticipated to make the provisional CTET answer key 2026 for the February session soon on ctet.nic.in. Candidates will be able to download their CTET 2026 paper-wise keys and response sheets.
February 24, 2026 | 09:20 AM IST
The CTET passing marks 2026 for the OBC category are 55 percent. The OBC aspirants are required to obtain at least 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify the CTET 2026.
February 24, 2026 | 08:50 AM IST
Candidates can check the CTET 2026 paper 2 exam pattern below:
| CTET Subjects | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II (compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics and Science (for Mathematics and Science teacher) OR Social Studies/ Social Science (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher) OR Any one of the above (iv)/(v) - for teacher of any other subject | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
February 24, 2026 | 08:11 AM IST
Candidates can check the marking scheme of the CTET 2026 exam is mentioned below:
February 24, 2026 | 06:30 AM IST
Candidates can access the result from the official website of CTET at ctet.nic.in.
February 24, 2026 | 05:30 AM IST
Applicants can review the marking structure for the CTET 2026 exam:
February 24, 2026 | 04:30 AM IST
There is a 1000/-per-question processing cost for objecting to answer keys.
February 24, 2026 | 03:30 AM IST
Several top CBSE-affiliated private schools across India accept CTET-qualified individuals for teaching posts in order to maintain excellent academic standards. Several of these schools involve:
February 24, 2026 | 02:30 AM IST
The CTET exam was conducted in two sessions: shift 1 (paper 2) from 9:30 am to 12:00 am and shift 2 (paper 1) from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
February 24, 2026 | 01:30 AM IST
The CTET 2026 exam was held in 20 Indian languages.
February 24, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
In case of any discrepancy or query, applicants can contact the below helpline numbers and email.
February 23, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) exam was held on February 7 and 8, 2026 in 140 cities all over the country.
February 23, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
There is no age limit for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET).
February 23, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
The processing fee for raising objections against answer keys is ₹1000/- per question.
February 23, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
The provisional answer keys are expected to be available for two to three days. During this period, candidates can raise objections if they are dissatisfied with any response by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 1,000 per question as processing charges.
February 23, 2026 | 09:30 PM IST
The CTET February 2026 examination was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026.
February 23, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
To download the CTET 2026 tentative answer key, applicants must follow the steps given below.
February 23, 2026 | 08:37 PM IST
Only those objections submitted within the specified timeframe and accompanied by the required fee will be examined. Challenges sent without payment or through other modes such as email, letter, or representation will not be accepted.
February 23, 2026 | 07:32 PM IST
The CTET 2026 exam was conducted in two sessions: first session from 9.30 am to 12 noon and second session from 2.30 pm to 5 pm. The exam was held in 140 cities all over the country.
February 23, 2026 | 06:24 PM IST
To raise the objection against the tentative CTET 2026 answer key, candidates must follow the steps given below.
February 23, 2026 | 05:19 PM IST
Applicants can download the CTET 2026 answer key and response sheet by following steps given below.
February 23, 2026 | 03:35 PM IST
The CTET 2026 was conducted from February 7 to 8 for paper 1 (classes 1 to 5) and paper 2 (classes 6 to 8) at centres established across the country. The CTET examination was held in two shifts - 9:30 am to 12 noon, and 2:30 pm to 5 pm.
February 23, 2026 | 02:38 PM IST
The login details to download the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 provisional answer key include application number and date of birth.
February 23, 2026 | 01:46 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will issue the CTET provisional answer key 2026 soon on its official website at ctet.nic.in.
February 23, 2026 | 01:44 PM IST
The objection fee to raise challenges against the provisional CTET 2026 answer key will be Rs 1,000 per question. In case the challenge is found correct, the money will be refunded to the candidate.