CTET Result 2026 (OUT) LIVE: Feb Paper 1, 2 scorecard at ctet.nic.in; 5.97 lakh qualify, cut-offs, updates
Sundararajan | March 31, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST | 7 mins read
CTET 2026: Candidates can check the CTET February 2026 results by entering their roll number. Check for the latest updates on result release date, qualifying criteria, cut-offs, and more
Know all about the analysis and preparation tips to crack the CTET exam without any difficulty.
Check NowCTET Feb Results 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET 2026) result for Papers 1 and 2 today, March 30. Candidates can check their CTET February 2026 result on the official website at ctet.nic.in by entering their valid login details, such as their roll number. A total of 5.97 lakh candidates have qualified for the eligibility test out of 23.24 lakh appeared candidates, resulting in a pass percentage of 25.68%.
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As per the CTET result statistics , for Paper 1, 12.11 lakh candidates registered, 10.65 lakh appeared, and 3.58 lakh qualified, with a pass percentage of 33.69%. For Paper 2, 21.56 lakh candidates registered, 18.67 lakh appeared, and 3.46 lakh qualified, with a pass percentage of 18.56%.
The CTET February result 2026 includes the candidate's name, secured score, registration number, category-specific cut-off marks, and other details.
The CBSE conducted the CTET February 2026 exam on February 7 and 8 in two shifts at centres across the country, while the CTET Paper 2 re-exam for two centres in Vaishali was held on March 1. The provisional answer key was released on March 12.
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To pass the CTET exam, general category candidates need to score at least 90 marks, while reserved category candidates must score 82.5 marks.
Along with the result, the board is expected to announce the CTET 2026 toppers list. Candidates who pass CTET Paper 1 are eligible to teach Classes 1 to 5, while those who pass CTET Paper 2 are eligible to teach Classes 6 to 8.
How to check CTET result 2026?
Follow the instructions to check and download the CTET result for February 2026.
- Go to the official CBSE CTET website, ctet.nic.in
- Click on the “CTET Result - February 2026” link
- Enter the valid login credential such as roll number.
- The CTET result 2026 will appear on the screen.
- Download the CTET scorecard and save it for further use.
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March 31, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
CTET 2026 Result
Students can check the CTET 2026 Result below:
|
Paper
|
Registered
|
Appeared
|
Qualified
|
Percentage
|
| Paper - 1 |
1211611
|
1065410
|
358937
|
33.69
|
| Paper - 2 | 2156459 | 1867428 |
346738
|
18.56
|
|
Total
|
2649129
|
2324625
|
597061
|
25.68
|
March 31, 2026 | 06:08 PM IST
How many students qualified CTET Feb 2026?
A total of 5,97,061 candidates have qualified for the eligibility test out of 23,24,625 appeared candidates, resulting in a pass percentage of 25.68%.
Also read: CTET Result 2026: 5.97 lakh qualify overall; paper 1 pass rate 33.69%, paper 2 at 18.56%
March 31, 2026 | 05:35 PM IST
Where to get the CTET Result 2026?
Candidates can access and download their CTET 2026 result from the official website at ctet.nic.in. The result for the CBSE CTET 2026 has been announced.
March 31, 2026 | 04:40 PM IST
CTET 2026 Result Download Link
Candidates can check and download their CBSE CTET 2026 result at ctet.nic.in. The CTET result 2026 has been announced on the official website by the authority.
March 31, 2026 | 03:45 PM IST
CTET Result 2026 Official Website
The CBSE has announced the CBSE CTET 2026 result on the official website, ctet.nic.in. Candidates can check their results for CTET 2026 now.
March 31, 2026 | 02:50 PM IST
CTET 2026 result released?
Yes. The CTET 2026 result has been released by the CBSE. The result for CTET 2026 has been out on the official website.
March 31, 2026 | 01:55 PM IST
Details Required to download the CTET Result 2026
Candidates can download their CTET Result 2026 from the official website by using their credentials:
- Application Number
- Date of Birth
March 31, 2026 | 01:00 PM IST
CBSE CTET Result 2026 Link
The CTET result 2026 download link has been activated at ctet.nic.in. Candidates can check the CBSE CTET 2026 result on the official website.
March 31, 2026 | 12:05 PM IST
CTET Result 2026 OUT: Exam helpline
Aspirants can contact the exam helpline numbers in case of any discrepancy in the CTET 2026:
- Contact No: 011-22240112
- Email: ctet.cbse@nic.in
March 31, 2026 | 11:15 AM IST
CTET Result 2026 Link
Candidates can access their CTET 2026 result at ctet.nic.in. The CTET result 2026 link has been activated, and candidates can download their results using their login details.
March 31, 2026 | 10:20 AM IST
Will the board re-check or re-evaluate the Sarkari result CTET 2026?
No, the board doesn't provide re-checking or re-evaluating facility for the CTET 2026 result.
March 31, 2026 | 09:25 AM IST
Candidates ask "Do female candidates get any extra relaxation in the CTET cutoff marks?"
No, the CTET 2026 qualifying marks for female candidates are the same as those for male candidates within their respective categories.
March 31, 2026 | 08:30 AM IST
CTET 2026 Result OUT
The board has declared the CBSE CTET 2026 result on the official website. Candidates can now access and download their CTET 2026 result.
March 31, 2026 | 07:35 AM IST
Candidates ask "Do I need a new CTET certificate?"
If candidates have already qualified in a previous year, they do not need to reappear. If they want to improve their scores, then they can reappear for the CTET exam to get a new certificate.
March 31, 2026 | 07:00 AM IST
CTET cut off 2026 category wise
The CTET 2026 qualifying marks are 60% (90 out of 150) for General candidates and 55% (82 out of 150) for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates. This applies to both Paper 1 and Paper 2, and there is no negative marking. Candidates who meet these marks receive a qualifying certificate.
March 31, 2026 | 06:00 AM IST
CTET February 2026 results kab aayega
The CTET February 2026 results for Paper 1 and Paper 2 were released on March 30, 2026.
March 31, 2026 | 05:00 AM IST
How many applied for CTET 2026?
For the CTET February 2026, a total of 25,30,436 candidates registered, showing a big increase in applicants. The exam was held on February 7 and 8, 2026, with a re-exam in Bihar on March 1. The results were released on March 30, 2026.
March 31, 2026 | 04:00 AM IST
CTET result valid for how many years?
The CTET 2026 certificate is valid for a lifetime for all categories.
March 31, 2026 | 03:00 AM IST
CTET result 2026 PDF download link
The CTET February 2026 results were released on March 30, 2026, by the CBSE on ctet.nic.in. Candidates can download their scorecards by logging in with their roll number.
March 31, 2026 | 02:00 AM IST
CTET qualifying marks for male
For CTET, male candidates need 60% (90 out of 150) to pass in the General category and 55% (82 out of 150) in OBC, SC, ST, or PwD categories. This applies to both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
March 31, 2026 | 01:00 AM IST
CTET passing marks for SC students
SC category candidates must score at least 82 out of 150 marks (55%) to pass the CTET exam. This 55% passing mark applies to SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates for both Paper 1 and Paper 2, while General category candidates need 60% (90 marks) to qualify.
March 31, 2026 | 12:00 AM IST
CTET Result 2026: What is the passing marks for KVS OBC exam?
The passing marks for CTET (needed for KVS eligibility) for OBC candidates are 55%, which is 82 out of 150 marks. This 5% lower requirement compared to the 60% (90 marks) for the General category applies to both Paper 1 and Paper 2, allowing OBC candidates to qualify for central teaching jobs.
March 30, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
Can 82 marks of an OBC candidate in CTET apply for KVS?
Yes, an OBC candidate who scores 82 marks (55% of 150) in the CTET exam can apply for KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan) recruitment. For OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates, 82 marks are enough to pass, while General category candidates need 90 marks.
March 30, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
CTET qualifying marks for obc category
OBC candidates must score at least 55% (82 out of 150 marks) to qualify in the CTET exam. This applies to both Paper 1 and Paper 2 and is lower than the 60% (90 marks) required for the General category. There is no negative marking.
March 30, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
CTET qualifying marks for general female
General category female candidates must score at least 60% in the CTET exam to qualify, no matter their state category. This means they need at least 90 out of 150 marks in Paper 1 or Paper 2.
March 30, 2026 | 10:05 PM IST
What is the cut off for CTET paper 2 2026?
The CTET Paper 2 cut-off for 2026 is 90 marks (60%) for General category candidates, while SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates need at least 82 marks (55%) to qualify.
March 30, 2026 | 09:40 PM IST
What is a good score in CTET paper 2?
A good score in CTET Paper 2 (out of 150) is usually 100–120+ marks. The minimum qualifying marks are 90 (60%) for the General category. For central school recruitment, a score of 120+ is considered excellent. Reserved category candidates (OBC/SC/ST) generally need 82–95 marks to qualify.
March 30, 2026 | 09:20 PM IST
What are the qualifying marks for CTET?
The CTET qualifying marks are 90 out of 150 (60%) for General category candidates and 82 out of 150 (55%) for OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
March 30, 2026 | 08:50 PM IST
CTET Feb Result 2026: Qualifying mark
For CTET, General category candidates need at least 90 marks, while reserved category candidates need 82.5 marks to qualify.
March 30, 2026 | 08:40 PM IST
CTET Result 2026: Details required to download scorecard
Candidates need to enter their login ID and password to access and download the CTET scorecard.
March 30, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST
How long is the CTET certificate valid?
The CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime, as per CBSE rules.
March 30, 2026 | 08:18 PM IST
CTET Result 2026: Official website
Candidates can check their CTET 2026 results on the official website, ctet.nic.in.
March 30, 2026 | 08:15 PM IST
What after qualifying CTET 2026?
Candidates who qualify CTET can apply for teaching jobs in central government schools like KVS, NVS, and other schools that accept CTET scores.
March 30, 2026 | 08:07 PM IST
CTET Result 2026: Has the result been declared?
Yes, the CTET February 2026 result has been released, and candidates can now check their scorecards online.
Also read: CTET 2026 February Results Declared: CBSE releases paper 1, 2 scorecards at ctet.nic.in
March 30, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
Is there any negative marking in CTET exam?
No, there is no negative marking in the CTET exam.
March 30, 2026 | 07:45 PM IST
Can candidates download the CTET 2026 scorecard PDF?
Yes, candidates can download and save their CTET scorecard PDF from the official website after logging in.
March 30, 2026 | 07:34 PM IST
CTET February 2026 result OUT!
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the CTET 2026 result for Paper 1 and 2 today, March 30. Candidates can check and download the CTET scorecard online at ctet.nic.in.
March 30, 2026 | 07:30 PM IST
Will CTET Result 2026 be released in scorecard format?
Yes, the CTET Result 2026 will be released as a scorecard showing marks obtained in each paper and qualifying status.
March 30, 2026 | 07:15 PM IST
When was the CTET February 2026 exam conducted?
The CTET February 2026 exam was held on February 7 and 8, and the Paper 2 re-exam for two centres in Vaishali was conducted on March 1.
March 30, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
What does CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2 mean?
Candidates who pass Paper 1 are eligible to teach Classes 1 to 5, while those who pass Paper 2 can teach Classes 6 to 8.
March 30, 2026 | 06:45 PM IST
What is the qualifying mark for CTET 2026?
General category candidates need at least 90 marks, while reserved category candidates need 82.5 marks to qualify for the CTET February 2026.
March 30, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
What details are required to download the CTET scorecard?
Candidates need to enter their login ID and password to access and download the CTET 2026 scorecard.
March 30, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
CTET Result 2026: When will the result be announced?
The CTET 2026 February session result is expected to be released soon. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
March 30, 2026 | 05:45 PM IST
Where can candidates check the CTET Result 2026?
Candidates can check their CTET Result 2026 on the official website, ctet.nic.in.
March 30, 2026 | 05:30 PM IST
is CTET result 2026 declared or not?
As of March 30, the CTET February 2026 results have not yet been declared by the CBSE. The CTET 2026 results are expected soon on the official website, ctet.nic.in.
March 30, 2026 | 05:19 PM IST
How to check CTET result 2026?
To check the CTET February 2026 results, go to the official website at ctet.nic.in and click on the "CTET 2026 Result" link, and enter your valid roll number.
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