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• Updated on 20 Feb, 2026, 12:17 PM, by Ishita Tanwar

CTET 2026 answer key is expected to be released between 24 February and 26 February 2026. Candidates will be able to review responses, raise objections, and calculate probable scores before the final result declaration.

CTET 2026 Answer Key Expected 24–26 February; Check Objection Process & Result Update

The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to release the CTET 2026 provisional answer key between 24 February 2026 and 26 February 2026 on the official portal. The answer key will enable candidates to verify their responses and estimate their probable scores. The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 was conducted on 7 February 2026 at examination centres across the country in offline mode.

 

How to Download CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key?

Steps to Download CTET 2026 Answer Key:

  1. Visit the official CTET website (ctet.nic.in).
  2. Click on the link for “CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key.”
  3. Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth/Password.
  4. View the answer key and your recorded responses.
  5. Download the PDF and save it for future reference.

 

CTET 2026 Exam Overview and Key Details

The examination was organised in pen-and-paper format and conducted separately for two teaching levels. Candidates were required to follow the reporting schedule mentioned on their admit cards for verification and frisking procedures. Key examination details are provided below:

 

CTET 2026 Shift Timings for Paper 1 and Paper 2

The test was conducted in two shifts on the same day. The official shift schedule was as follows:

The same shift structure was followed for additional candidates where required.

 

CTET 2026 Paper 2 Analysis and Difficulty Level

As per initial student feedback, Paper 2 was rated easy to moderate in difficulty. Questions were largely concept-based and aligned with the prescribed syllabus. Subject experts observed that most sections followed expected exam patterns.

 

CTET 2026 Answer Key Release and Objection Process

After the release of the provisional key, candidates will be allowed to challenge specific answers within the official objection window. To raise objections, candidates must:

  • Submit challenges online before the deadline
  • Pay the prescribed fee per question
  • Provide supporting justification for the claim

Only objections submitted within the notified timeframe will be reviewed by subject experts. Following evaluation, CBSE will publish the final CTET 2026 answer key, which will be used to prepare the result.

 

CTET 2026 Result and Official Updates

All announcements regarding the CTET 2026 result, qualifying marks, and further eligibility processes will be issued through authorised CBSE channels. Candidates are advised to rely exclusively on the official website for verified notifications and updates.

LIVE UPDATE

12:17 PM IST • 20 Feb, 2026

CTET 2026 Qualifying Marks

Category

Minimum Marks Required

Percentage

General

90 out of 150

60%

SC / ST / OBC / PwD

82 out of 150

55%


12:16 PM IST • 20 Feb, 2026

How to Download CTET 2026 Answer Key?

  • Visit ctet.nic.in

  • Click on “CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key”

  • Log in using Application Number & DOB/Password

  • View answer key and response sheet

  • Download and save PDF


02:43 PM IST • 19 Feb, 2026

CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key Expected Date

  1. Provisional answer key expected between 24–26 February 2026

  2. It will be released on the official website ctet.nic.in

  3. Candidates can check recorded responses along with answer key

  4. Objection window will open for a limited period

The final result will be prepared based on the revised answer key.


02:43 PM IST • 19 Feb, 2026

Validity of CTET Certificate 2026

As per the latest CBSE policy:

  1. CTET certificate is valid for lifetime

  2. There is no restriction on the number of attempts

  3. Candidates can improve their score by reappearing

  4. Higher marks may increase chances during recruitment

Qualifying CTET makes candidates eligible to apply for teaching posts but does not guarantee a job.


01:31 PM IST • 18 Feb, 2026

Validity of CTET Certificate

  • CTET certificate is valid for lifetime (as per latest CBSE policy).

  • There is no restriction on the number of attempts.


01:27 PM IST • 18 Feb, 2026

CTET 2026 Qualifying Marks

Minimum qualifying marks:

  • General Category: 60% (90 out of 150)

  • SC/ST/OBC/PwD: 55% (82 out of 150)

Qualifying CTET makes candidates eligible to apply for teaching posts but does not guarantee a job


04:01 PM IST • 17 Feb, 2026

CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key: How to Download?

Steps to Download CTET 2026 Answer Key:

  1. Visit the official CTET website (ctet.nic.in).

  2. Click on the link for “CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key.”

  3. Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth/Password.

  4. View the answer key and your recorded responses.

  5. Download the PDF and save it for future reference.


04:00 PM IST • 17 Feb, 2026

CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key Expected Between 24–26 February

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET 2026 provisional answer key between 24 February 2026 and 26 February 2026 on the official portal. Candidates who appeared for the exam will be able to download the answer key and compare their responses.