The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 answer key for the February session is expected to be released shortly on the official website ctet.nic.in. The exam, conducted in two shifts on 7 and 8 February 2026, included Paper 1 for primary teachers and Paper 2 for upper primary teachers.
How to Download CTET 2026 Answer Key?
Candidates can access the CTET 2026 answer key PDF by following these steps:
- Visit ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the answer key link for the February session.
- Enter login credentials, including roll number and date of birth.
- Download the answer key PDF for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
This process allows candidates to verify answers before the declaration of results.
CTET OMR Sheet and Provisional Answer Key
Along with the provisional answer key, CBSE will release the scanned images of candidates’ OMR sheets. Candidates can download the OMR sheets using the same login credentials. If candidates identify discrepancies in the provisional answer key, they can submit objections online. Each objection carries a fee of INR 1000, and candidates must attach appropriate supporting evidence while raising their challenge. Subject experts will review all objections before the final answer key is published.
Next Steps for Candidates
After the final answer key is released, CBSE will declare the CTET 2026 results. Candidates are advised to keep their login credentials ready and regularly check ctet.nic.in for official updates and announcements regarding answer key download, objection window, and final result dates. The February session CTET 2026 is crucial for candidates seeking teaching eligibility certification across primary and upper primary levels in government and private schools.