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CBSE CTET February 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet soon. Applicants have to pay a requisite fee of Rs 1,000 per objection to raise the challenge.
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will host the Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET) answer key, response sheet download link soon on its official website at ctet.nic.in. Aspirants will be able to download the answer key by using the credentials: application number and password. The CTET exam was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026.
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The board also conducted a re-examination for two centres on March 1. The CTET 2026 was held in two shifts. The forenoon shift was held from 9:30 am to 12 noon, whereas the second shift took place from 2:30 pm to 5 pm.
The CBSE will also allow candidates to raise objections against the CTET 2026 provisional answer key soon. The objection facility to challenge the CTET 2026 provisional answer key will also be opened for 2-3 days.
Candidates not satisfied with the CTET 2026 provisional answer key, will be able to challenge the answer key, and submit objections by paying a requisite fee of Rs 1,000 per question.
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Candidates will be able to download the CBSE CTET 2026 provisional answer key by following the steps given below.
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CTET Feb 2026 Answer Key LIVE: Paper 1,2 provisional key, response sheet soon. Updates on cut-offs, result date, link, other details.
March 7, 2026 | 02:38 PM IST
The CTET 2026 answer key for the exam will be published soon on the official website. Candidates will have to pay a challenge fee to raise objections against the CTET 2026 answer key.
March 7, 2026 | 01:40 PM IST
The CBSE administered the CTET 2026 exam in 20 Indian languages, enabling candidates to select their preferred language for the examination.
March 7, 2026 | 01:10 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will make the CTET answer key, and response sheet available soon on the official website of CTET at ctet.nic.in.
March 7, 2026 | 12:27 PM IST
The CBSE CTET is held for certificates to teach in schools such as Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Navodaya Vidyaya Samiti, and other schools under the central government.
March 7, 2026 | 12:26 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national-level exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in central government schools.
CBSE CTET 2026 answer key soon. (Representational image: Wikimedia Commons)
March 7, 2026 | 11:09 AM IST
Candidates can access the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 provisional answer key by visiting the official website ctet.nic.in. After clicking on the “CTET Answer Key 2026” link, they must log in using their application number and password. Once displayed, candidates are advised to download and keep a printed copy for reference.
March 7, 2026 | 09:59 AM IST
Check the marking structure for the CTET 2026 exam:
March 7, 2026 | 09:11 AM IST
The board conducted the CTET 2026 examination on February 7 and 8. Paper 1 was administered for candidates aiming to teach Classes 1 to 5, while Paper 2 was conducted for those aspiring to teach Classes 6 to 8.
March 7, 2026 | 08:05 AM IST
Candidates will be able to access the provisional answer key for the CTET 2026 by logging in with their application number and date of birth on the official website.
March 7, 2026 | 07:20 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will make the CTET answer key, and response sheet available soon on the official website of CTET at ctet.nic.in.
March 7, 2026 | 06:10 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education will make the provisional CTET answer key 2025 for the February session available shortly on ctet.nic.in.
March 7, 2026 | 05:10 AM IST
Candidates are required to enter their application number and date of birth to access their CTET 2026 answer key and objection portal.
March 7, 2026 | 04:10 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is anticipated to announce the CTET answer key 2026 soon on the official website at ctet.nic.in.
March 7, 2026 | 03:10 AM IST
Check the Paper 2 of CTET 2026 that will be covered are the following subjects:
March 7, 2026 | 02:10 AM IST
In case the objection is found valid against the CTET 2026 answer key after review, the challenge fee will be refunded to the candidate.
March 7, 2026 | 01:10 AM IST
In case of any discrepancy in the CTET 2026 exam, candidates can contact the official helpline details given below:
March 7, 2026 | 12:10 AM IST
A score of 60 per cent or above in the CTET 2026 exam is considered a good score, which means candidates are required to secure at least 90 marks out of the total 150 marks.
March 6, 2026 | 11:10 PM IST
The board conducted the CTET 2026 examination on February 7 and 8. Paper 1 was administered for candidates aiming to teach Classes 1 to 5, while Paper 2 was conducted for those aspiring to teach Classes 6 to 8.
March 6, 2026 | 10:10 PM IST
The CBSE administered the CTET 2026 exam in 20 Indian languages, enabling candidates to select their preferred language for the examination.
March 6, 2026 | 09:10 PM IST
The CTET 2026 answer key for the exam will be published soon on the official website. Candidates will have to pay a challenge fee to raise objections against the CTET 2026 answer key.
March 6, 2026 | 08:10 PM IST
After the completion of the provisional CTET 2026 answer key and objection process, the CTET result 2026 is likely to be announced in the last week of March or in April along with the final answer key.
March 6, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will make the CTET answer key, and response sheet available soon on the official website of CTET at ctet.nic.in.
March 6, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
The CBSE will also release the answer sheets for both the question papers along with CTET answer key 2026.
March 6, 2026 | 05:54 PM IST
The CBSE will announce the results based on the CTET final answer key. The board is likely to issue the CTET 2026 results between March 10 and 12.
March 6, 2026 | 05:00 PM IST
Paper 2 of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 includes questions from the following subjects:
Child Development and Pedagogy
Mathematics and Science
Social Studies/Social Sciences
Language I
Language II
March 6, 2026 | 04:30 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 Paper 2 is conducted for a total of 150 marks and consists of 150 multiple-choice questions. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
March 6, 2026 | 04:00 PM IST
Candidates can access the provisional answer key for the CTET 2026 by logging in with their application number and date of birth on the official website.
March 6, 2026 | 03:30 PM IST
To qualify for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026, candidates from the general category must score at least 60% marks (90 out of 150). Meanwhile, candidates belonging to OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories are required to secure a minimum of 55% marks (82 out of 150).
March 6, 2026 | 03:00 PM IST
The CTET 2026 exam answer key will be published soon on the official website. Aspirants will have to pay the challenge fee to raise objections against the CTET answer key 2026, i.e., Rs 1,000 per question challenged.
March 6, 2026 | 02:32 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 follows a no negative marking policy, meaning candidates will not lose marks for incorrect answers. Candidates can check all official notifications and updates on the CTET website.
March 6, 2026 | 02:30 PM IST
Candidates can raise objections to the provisional answer key of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 through the official website. The process can be completed by following these steps:
Visit the official website ctet.nic.in.
Click on the link “View Image of OMR Sheet and Challenge CTET Answer Key.”
Log in using your application number, date of birth, and security pin.
Select the questions you want to challenge from Paper 1 or Paper 2.
Choose the correct answer option and provide a valid explanation.
Upload supporting documents to justify the objection.
Pay the required objection fee through online payment modes.
Submit the challenge and download the confirmation page for future reference.
March 6, 2026 | 02:08 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 scorecard will display details including the candidate’s name, roll number, subject-wise marks, total score, and qualifying status.
March 6, 2026 | 01:39 PM IST
Candidates can access the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 provisional answer key by visiting the official website ctet.nic.in. After clicking on the “CTET Answer Key 2026” link, they must log in using their application number and password. Once displayed, candidates are advised to download and keep a printed copy for reference.
March 6, 2026 | 01:00 PM IST
Candidates who wish to challenge the CTET 2026 provisional answer key are required to pay a non-refundable fee for each question. If the objection is verified and accepted, the board may update the final answer key.
March 6, 2026 | 12:30 PM IST
Once the objection window closes, CBSE will review all the challenges submitted by candidates. If any objection is found to be valid, the final CTET answer key will be revised, and the results will be prepared based on the updated key.
March 6, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST
The CTET 2026 examination does not include negative marking for incorrect answers. Candidates will receive marks only for correct responses, which allows them to attempt all questions without the fear of losing marks. All official updates and notifications related to the exam are published on the CTET website.
March 6, 2026 | 11:30 AM IST
CTET 2026 Paper 2 is conducted for a total of 150 marks and includes 150 multiple-choice questions. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
March 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM IST
To qualify for CTET 2026, candidates in the general category must score at least 60% marks, which is 90 out of 150. For candidates belonging to OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories, the minimum qualifying mark is 55%, or 82 out of 150. These criteria apply to both Paper I and Paper II, which determine eligibility to teach Classes 1 to 8.
March 6, 2026 | 10:30 AM IST
According to the guidelines issued by the National Council for Teacher Education, the CTET eligibility certificate now carries lifetime validity. This enables qualified candidates to apply for teaching positions across the country without any time limit.
March 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM IST
Candidates need to log in using their application number and date of birth to access the CTET 2026 answer key and submit objections.
March 6, 2026 | 09:30 AM IST
Candidates can challenge the provisional CTET 2026 answer key online by following these steps:
Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in
Click on the link “View Image of OMR Sheet and Challenge CTET Answer Key”
Log in using your application number, date of birth, and security pin
Select the question(s) from Paper 1 or Paper 2 you want to challenge
Choose the correct option and provide a valid explanation with supporting documents
Pay the objection fee using a credit card, debit card, or net banking
Submit the challenge and download the confirmation page for reference
March 6, 2026 | 09:00 AM IST
Candidates who raise objections to the provisional CTET 2026 answer key will receive a refund of the objection fee if their challenge is found valid after evaluation.
March 6, 2026 | 08:30 AM IST
For candidates belonging to the OBC category, the qualifying marks for CTET 2026 are set at 55 per cent, which means they must score at least 82 out of 150 marks to pass the exam.
March 6, 2026 | 08:00 AM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET 2026 provisional answer key shortly on its official website, ctet.nic.in.
March 6, 2026 | 07:34 AM IST
The CTET 2026 examination was held in two sessions. The morning shift took place from 9:30 am to 12 noon, while the afternoon session was conducted from 2:30 pm to 5 pm. The exam schedule applied to both papers conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
March 6, 2026 | 02:00 AM IST
Check the marking structure for the CTET 2026 exam:
March 6, 2026 | 01:00 AM IST
Candidates can contact the helpline numbers and email given below, in case of any discrepancy or query in CTET 2026:
March 6, 2026 | 01:00 AM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) exam was administered on February 7 and 8, 2026, by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
March 6, 2026 | 12:00 AM IST
The CTET 2025 exam was conducted in two sessions - the first session from 9:30 am to 12 noon, and the second session from 2:30 pm to 5 pm.
March 6, 2026 | 12:00 AM IST
The CTET 2026 passing marks for the OBC category are 55 percent, and the OBC category candidates must obtain at least 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify for the CTET 2026.
March 5, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
The CTET 2026 answer keys are expected to be available for two to three days. Candidates can raise their objections by paying a fee of Rs 1,000 per question as processing charges.
March 5, 2026 | 10:25 PM IST
Candidates can check and download their CBSE CTET 2026 results from the official website of CTET at ctet.nic.in.
March 5, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
Candidates need to pay an objection fee of Rs 1,000 per question to raise challenges against the CTET 2026 answer key. In case the challenge is found correct, the challenge fee will be refunded to the candidate.
March 5, 2026 | 09:35 PM IST
The CBSE is expected to declare the provisional CTET answer key 2026 for the February session soon on ctet.nic.in. Candidates will be able to access and download their CTET 2026 paper-wise keys and response sheets.
March 5, 2026 | 09:05 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025 examination was administered in 20 Indian languages.
March 5, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education will announce the CTET 2026 answer key soon on its official website at ctet.nic.in.
March 5, 2026 | 08:21 PM IST
There is no age limit to appear for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 examination.
March 5, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
The CTET exam 2026 for the February session was administered on February 7 and February 8, 2026, by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
March 5, 2026 | 07:26 PM IST
The Board will release the final answer key along with the CTET Result 2026 after the announcement of the provisional answer key. Candidates who qualify for the CTET examination will receive CTET 2026 eligibility certificates.
March 5, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
The CTET 2026 passing marks for the OBC category are 55 percent, and candidates need to obtain 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify for the exam.
March 5, 2026 | 06:39 PM IST
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 examination for the February session was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026.
March 5, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
The provisional answer key for CTET 2026 will be released shortly on the official website, ctet.nic.in, by the Central Board of Secondary Education. Candidates are advised to keep checking the portal for updates.
March 5, 2026 | 05:30 PM IST
The CTET 2026 examination was conducted in two sessions. The morning shift took place from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon, while the afternoon shift was held from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
March 5, 2026 | 05:00 PM IST
Candidates who challenge the provisional answer key will receive a refund of the objection fee if their claim is found to be valid after review.
March 5, 2026 | 04:30 PM IST
To view the answer key and raise objections, candidates must log in using their application number and date of birth.
March 5, 2026 | 04:00 PM IST
The CTET 2026 examination was held on February 7 and 8. Paper 1 was conducted for candidates aspiring to teach Classes 1 to 5, whereas Paper 2 was designed for those seeking eligibility to teach Classes 6 to 8.
March 5, 2026 | 03:30 PM IST
The CTET 2026 examination was organised in two sessions. The morning shift was held from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon, while the afternoon shift took place from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
March 5, 2026 | 03:00 PM IST
The provisional answer key for CTET 2026 will be released shortly on the official website, ctet.nic.in, by the CBSE. Candidates are advised to check the website regularly for updates.
March 5, 2026 | 02:30 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education will allow candidates to challenge the provisional CTET 2026 answer key through the official website. Candidates can follow these steps to submit objections:
March 5, 2026 | 02:00 PM IST
Candidates who challenge the provisional answer key will receive a refund of the objection fee if their claim is verified and accepted after evaluation.
March 5, 2026 | 01:30 PM IST
To view the answer key and raise objections, candidates must log in using their application number and date of birth.
March 5, 2026 | 01:00 PM IST
Candidates from the OBC category must obtain a minimum of 55 per cent marks to pass the CTET 2025 examination, which means securing at least 82 out of 150 marks. The test is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
March 5, 2026 | 12:30 PM IST
As per the CTET 2026 marking scheme, candidates receive one mark for every correct answer. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses, and unanswered questions neither gain nor lose marks.
March 5, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST
As per the guidelines issued by the National Council for Teacher Education, the CTET eligibility certificate is now valid for a lifetime. This allows qualified candidates to apply for teaching jobs anywhere in the country without any time restriction.
March 5, 2026 | 11:30 AM IST
General category candidates must secure at least 60% marks (90 out of 150) to qualify for CTET 2026. Candidates belonging to OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories are required to score a minimum of 55% (82 out of 150). These qualifying marks are applicable to both Paper I and Paper II, which determine eligibility for teaching Classes 1 to 8.
March 5, 2026 | 11:00 AM IST
Candidates can check the CTET 2026 result by visiting the official website at ctet.nic.in. Click on the link titled “CTET February 2026 Result,” log in using your roll number, and submit the details to view the result. Download and save the scorecard for future reference.
March 5, 2026 | 10:30 AM IST
In case of any doubts or discrepancies related to CTET 2026, candidates can reach out through the following helpline details:
Phone: 011-22240112
Email: ctet.cbse@nic.in
March 5, 2026 | 10:00 AM IST
Candidates who wish to challenge the provisional CTET 2026 answer key must pay Rs 1,000 per question as an objection fee. If the challenge is accepted after verification, the amount will be refunded.
March 5, 2026 | 09:30 AM IST
The qualifying marks for CTET 2026 are the same for both male and female candidates. General category candidates must score at least 90 out of 150 marks, while SC, ST, and OBC candidates need a minimum of 82 marks to qualify. The examination is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
March 5, 2026 | 09:00 AM IST
CTET 2026 Paper 2 carries a total of 150 marks and comprises 150 multiple-choice questions. Each question is worth one mark, and there is no negative marking for wrong answers.
March 5, 2026 | 08:30 AM IST
The CTET 2026 examination does not deduct marks for incorrect answers. Candidates are awarded marks only for correct responses, and all official updates are published on the CTET website.
March 5, 2026 | 08:00 AM IST
Candidates can download the CBSE CTET 2026 provisional answer key by visiting the official website at ctet.nic.in and clicking on the “CTET Answer Key 2026” link. After entering their application number and password and submitting the details, the answer key will appear on the screen. It is advisable to download and print a copy for reference.
March 5, 2026 | 07:28 AM IST
To access and download the provisional answer key, candidates must use their application number and password.
March 5, 2026 | 06:30 AM IST
After the objection window closes, CBSE will review all challenges submitted by candidates. If any objection is found valid, the CTET final answer key will be revised accordingly, and the result will be declared based on the updated key.
March 5, 2026 | 05:30 AM IST
Yes, candidates can estimate their probable score by matching their responses with the CTET provisional answer key. Since there is no negative marking in CTET, candidates can count one mark for each correct answer.
March 5, 2026 | 04:30 AM IST
General category candidates must score at least 60% marks to qualify, while reserved category candidates may get relaxation as per government norms.
March 5, 2026 | 03:30 AM IST
The CTET scorecard will include the candidate’s name, roll number, subject-wise marks, total marks, and qualifying status.
March 5, 2026 | 02:30 AM IST
Yes, after reviewing all objections, CBSE will publish the final answer key. The CTET Feb 2026 result will be prepared based on this final key.
March 5, 2026 | 01:30 AM IST
The CTET result 2026 is expected to be announced a few weeks after the final answer key is released. Candidates can check their scorecards online using their login credentials.
March 5, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
Candidates are usually required to pay a non-refundable fee per question to submit objections. If the challenge is found valid, the board may revise the CTET final answer key accordingly.
March 4, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
CBSE will open a challenge window after releasing the CTET provisional key. Candidates can raise objections online by paying the prescribed fee per question within the given deadline.
March 4, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
The CTET Feb 2026 answer key will be available on the official CTET website, ctet.nic.in. Candidates need to log in using their application number and date of birth to access it.
March 4, 2026 | 09:30 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET February 2026 provisional answer key soon on the official website. Candidates can download the CTET response sheet and answer key using their login credentials.
March 4, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST
The CBSE will allow candidates to raise objections against the provisional CTET 2026 answer key through an online process. To challenge any response, candidates need to visit ctet.nic.in and click on the link titled “View Image of OMR Sheet and Challenge CTET Answer Key.” After logging in with their application number, date of birth, and security pin, they can select the disputed questions from Paper 1 or Paper 2, choose the correct option, provide a valid explanation, upload supporting documents, and pay the required objection fee via online payment modes. Once submitted, candidates should download the confirmation page for future reference.
March 4, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
Candidates can download the CBSE CTET 2026 provisional answer key by visiting the official website at ctet.nic.in and clicking on the “CTET Answer Key 2026” link. After entering their application number and password and submitting the details, the answer key will appear on the screen. It is advisable to download and print a copy for reference.
March 4, 2026 | 07:30 PM IST
The CTET 2026 examination was held in two sessions. The morning shift took place from 9:30 am to 12 noon, while the afternoon shift was conducted from 2:30 pm to 5 pm.
March 4, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon release the CTET 2026 provisional answer key on its official website, ctet.nic.in.
March 4, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
To access and download the provisional answer key, candidates must use their application number and password.
March 4, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
CBSE will publish the CTET 2026 answer key along with the response sheet on its official website, ctet.nic.in, and candidates will be able to access it through the activated download link.
March 4, 2026 | 05:30 PM IST
The CTET exam follows a no-negative-marking policy, meaning candidates are not penalised for incorrect answers. All official announcements and updates are available on the CTET website.
March 4, 2026 | 05:00 PM IST
To pass CTET 2026, general category candidates must secure a minimum of 60% marks (90 out of 150), while reserved category candidates are given relaxation in accordance with government norms.
March 4, 2026 | 04:30 PM IST
Candidates belonging to the SC and ST categories must obtain at least 55% marks, that is 82 out of 150, to qualify for CTET 2026.
March 4, 2026 | 04:00 PM IST
There is no maximum age limit for candidates appearing in the CTET 2026 examination.
March 4, 2026 | 03:30 PM IST
The CTET February 2026 session was held on February 7 and 8, 2026, across 140 cities nationwide.
March 4, 2026 | 03:01 PM IST
CTET 2026 Paper 2 is conducted for a total of 150 marks and includes 150 multiple-choice questions. Each correct answer carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
March 4, 2026 | 02:31 PM IST
According to the CTET 2026 exam pattern, candidates will be awarded one mark for every correct answer. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses in the eligibility test.
March 4, 2026 | 02:00 PM IST
March 4, 2026 | 01:31 PM IST
March 4, 2026 | 01:09 PM IST
To qualify for CTET 2026, candidates from the general category must secure at least 60% marks (90 out of 150). Candidates belonging to OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories need a minimum of 55% marks (82 out of 150). These qualifying marks are applicable to both Paper I and Paper II for those seeking eligibility to teach Classes 1 to 8.
March 4, 2026 | 12:30 PM IST
To access the provisional CTET 2026 answer key, candidates need to log in using their application number and date of birth.
March 4, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST
Candidates can check the CTET 2026 result by visiting the official website at ctet.nic.in and clicking on the “CTET February 2026 Result” link. After entering their roll number and submitting the details, they can view, download, and save their scorecard for future reference.
March 4, 2026 | 11:30 AM IST
The CTET 2026 Paper 2 is conducted for a total of 150 marks and includes 150 multiple-choice questions. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
March 4, 2026 | 11:00 AM IST
For any queries or discrepancies related to CTET 2026, candidates can reach out to the official helpdesk. They may contact the Central Board of Secondary Education at 011-22240112 or email their concerns to ctet.cbse@nic.in.
March 4, 2026 | 10:30 AM IST
Candidates can access their CTET 2026 results online by visiting the official website at ctet.nic.in. They need to click on the “CTET February 2026 Result” link and log in using their roll number. After submitting the details, the result will be displayed on the screen. Students should download and save their scorecard for future reference. The exam is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
March 4, 2026 | 10:00 AM IST
The qualifying criteria for CTET 2026 remain the same for both male and female candidates. General category aspirants must secure at least 90 marks out of 150, while candidates belonging to SC, ST, and OBC categories need a minimum of 82 marks to qualify. The exam is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
March 4, 2026 | 09:30 AM IST
CTET 2026 Paper 2 is conducted for a total of 150 marks and includes 150 multiple-choice questions. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
March 4, 2026 | 09:00 AM IST
To challenge the provisional CTET 2026 answer key, candidates are required to pay an objection fee of Rs 1,000 per question. If the submitted challenge is found to be valid after review, the fee will be refunded to the candidate.
March 4, 2026 | 08:30 AM IST
Paper 2 of CTET 2026 will cover the following subjects:
Child Development and Pedagogy
Mathematics and Science
Social Studies/Social Sciences
Language I
Language II
March 4, 2026 | 07:59 AM IST
There is no maximum age restriction for candidates appearing in the CTET 2026 examination. Eligible aspirants of any age group can apply and sit for the test conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
March 4, 2026 | 07:30 AM IST
According to the guidelines issued by the National Council for Teacher Education, the CTET eligibility certificate has lifetime validity. This enables qualified candidates to apply for teaching positions at any time across the country.
March 4, 2026 | 07:13 AM IST
Under the CTET 2026 marking pattern, candidates are awarded one mark for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for wrong answers, and no marks are deducted or awarded for questions left unanswered.
March 4, 2026 | 06:10 AM IST
The CTET admit card 2026 for the February session was announced on February 5, 2026, on the official website, ctet.nic.in, and the board administered the CTET 2026 examination on February 7 and 8, 2026.
March 4, 2026 | 05:10 AM IST
As per the CTET 2026 exam pattern, candidates receive one mark for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses in the CTET eligibility test.
March 4, 2026 | 04:10 AM IST
Candidates must pay Rs 1,000 per question to challenge the provisional CTET 2026 answer key. If the objection is verified as correct, the challenge fee will be refunded.
March 4, 2026 | 03:10 AM IST
The CTET 2026 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.
March 4, 2026 | 02:10 AM IST
In case of any queries or discrepancies in CTET 2026, candidates can contact the helpline details given below:
March 4, 2026 | 01:10 AM IST
The CTET 2026 qualifying criteria are the same for both male and female candidates. The general category candidates need to score 90 out of 150 marks, while SC, ST, and OBC candidates must score at least 82 marks to qualify.
March 4, 2026 | 12:10 AM IST
Check the CTET 2026 results by following these steps:
March 3, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
Candidates must use their application number and date of birth to access and download the provisional CTET 2026 answer key.
March 3, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
The CTET 2026 for the February session was administered on February 7 and 8, 2026, in 140 cities across the country.
March 3, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
There is no upper age restriction for candidates appearing in the CTET 2026 examination.
March 3, 2026 | 09:30 PM IST
Candidates from the SC and ST categories must secure at least 55%, which equals 82 marks out of 150, to qualify the CTET 2026.
March 3, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
Candidates can expect the CTET answer key to be announced in March, 2026 on the official website by the authority.
March 3, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST
No, the CTET exam answer key 2026 is expected to be announced soon on the official website, ctet.nic.in by the authority.
March 3, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
The general category candidates need to score at least 60% (90 out of 150 marks), while OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates need 55% (82 out of 150 marks) to qualify for the CTET 2026. These minimum marks apply to both Paper I and Paper II for eligibility to teach Classes 1 to 8.
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Check the CTET 2026 qualifying criteria below:
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The CTET examination does not impose any penalty for incorrect responses. Candidates will not lose marks for wrong answers. All official notifications and updates are published on the CTET website.
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According to the guidelines issued by the National Council for Teacher Education, the CTET eligibility certificate has lifetime validity. This enables qualified candidates to apply for teaching positions at any time across the country.
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There is no maximum age restriction for candidates appearing in the CTET 2026 examination. Eligible aspirants of any age group can apply and sit for the test conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
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To challenge the provisional answer key, candidates must pay an objection fee of Rs 1,000 per question. The amount will be refunded if the challenge is found to be valid after review.
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Candidates belonging to the OBC category are required to secure a minimum of 55 per cent marks to clear the CTET 2025 examination. This translates to at least 82 marks out of a total of 150. The exam is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
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For CTET qualification, General category candidates must obtain a minimum of 60 per cent (90 out of 150). Meanwhile, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates need to score at least 55 per cent (82 out of 150). The examination does not include negative marking, and the CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime.
March 3, 2026 | 04:00 PM IST
Candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 examination can reach out to the official helpdesk for any queries or support. The contact number is 011-22240112, and the email ID for assistance is ctet.cbse@nic.in. The exam is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education.
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Under the CTET 2026 marking pattern, candidates are awarded one mark for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for wrong answers, and no marks are deducted or awarded for questions left unanswered.
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The CTET 2026 exam was conducted on February 7 and 8. Paper 1 was organised for candidates who wish to teach Classes 1 to 5, while Paper 2 was meant for aspirants aiming to teach Classes 6 to 8.
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The board conducted the CTET 2026 examination in 20 Indian languages, allowing candidates to choose their preferred medium for the test.
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To access the answer key and submit objections, candidates need to log in using their application number and date of birth.
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Candidates who raise objections against the provisional answer key will receive a refund of the objection fee if their challenge is found valid after evaluation.
March 3, 2026 | 01:38 PM IST
The CBSE will provide candidates with an option to challenge the provisional CTET 2026 answer key online. Those who wish to raise objections can follow the steps below:
Visit the official website at ctet.nic.in.
Click on the link that reads “View Image of OMR Sheet and Challenge CTET Answer Key.”
Log in by entering your application number, date of birth, and security pin.
Select the question(s) from Paper 1 or Paper 2 that you want to dispute.
Mark the correct option, give a valid explanation, and upload supporting documents.
Pay the prescribed objection fee using a credit card, debit card, or net banking facility.
Submit the challenge and download the confirmation page for future reference.
March 3, 2026 | 12:44 PM IST
Candidates will be able to download the CBSE CTET 2026 provisional answer key by following the steps given below.
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The CTET 2026 was held in two shifts. The forenoon shift was held from 9:30 am to 12 noon, whereas the second shift took place from 2:30 pm to 5 pm.
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will declare the CBSE CTET 2026 provisional answer key soon on its official website at ctet.nic.in.
March 3, 2026 | 12:19 PM IST
Candidates will be able to download the CTET provisional answer key using their login details such as application number and password.
March 3, 2026 | 12:18 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will publish the CTET answer key, along with the response sheet soon on its official website at ctet.nic.in.