CTET February 2026 Result
Your Complete Reference Guide
Over 25 lakh aspiring teachers await the 21st CTET result. This guide covers everything — how to download your scorecard, qualifying marks, cut-off trends, career options, and what to do next.
CTET February 2026 — What You Need to Know
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) on 7 & 8 February 2026, with a re-exam at selected centres in Bihar on 1 March 2026. More than 25.30 lakh candidates registered across 1,803 centres in 140 cities, making it one of the highest-turnout CTET cycles in recent years.
The provisional answer key was published on 12 March 2026, and the objection/OMR challenge window closed on 15 March 2026. CBSE will release the final answer key alongside the result, expected in the last week of March 2026.
📌 Credentials to check result: Application Number / Roll Number + Date of Birth — available on your admit card or CTET login portal.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Edition | 21st CTET (February 2026) |
| Conducting Body | CBSE, New Delhi |
| Exam Dates | 7 & 8 February 2026 (Re-exam: 1 March 2026) |
| Total Registered | Over 25.30 lakh |
| Exam Centres | 1,803 centres across 140 cities |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Answer Key Released | 12 March 2026 |
| Result Expected | Last week of March 2026 |
| Qualifying Marks (General) | 60% — 90 out of 150 |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime (as per NCTE guidelines) |
Step-by-Step: How to Download Your Scorecard
Once CBSE activates the result link on ctet.nic.in, follow these steps to access and save your scorecard:
💡 DigiLocker: Once activated by CBSE, you can also download a digitally signed copy of your CTET certificate via DigiLocker using your Aadhaar-linked account.
On result day, the website may be slow due to high traffic. Try early morning or late evening, use incognito mode, or clear your browser cache before visiting.
What Your CTET 2026 Scorecard Contains
The online scorecard is a provisional document. The official CTET certificate will be issued later via DigiLocker or by post, as per CBSE's current procedure. The provisional scorecard includes:
Paper Structure & Marking Scheme
CTET is conducted in offline (OMR-based) mode. There is no negative marking. Questions are bilingual (English & Hindi), except in the language-specific sections. Each paper carries 150 marks over 2 hours 30 minutes.
Primary Level (PRT)
- Child Development & Pedagogy — 30 Q
- Language I — 30 Q
- Language II — 30 Q
- Mathematics — 30 Q
- Environmental Studies — 30 Q
Upper Primary Level (TGT)
- Child Development & Pedagogy — 30 Q
- Language I — 30 Q
- Language II — 30 Q
- Maths & Science OR Social Studies — 60 Q
Marking: +1 for every correct answer. No negative marking. The exam assesses teaching aptitude, subject knowledge, and pedagogy at the elementary education level.
Cut-Off & Category-wise Passing Threshold
To earn the CTET eligibility certificate, a candidate must score at least 60% marks (90 out of 150) in the respective paper. Reserved categories receive relaxation as notified by the Government of India. Qualifying CTET makes you eligible to apply for teacher recruitment — it does not guarantee a job by itself.
Past Paper 1 cut-offs for General category: typically 85–92 marks. Paper 2: 82–90 marks. Exact qualifying status will be clearly marked on your individual scorecard.
CTET February 2026 — Full Timeline
What to Do Based on Your Outcome
✓ If You Qualified
- Download and save your CTET scorecard immediately
- Apply for teacher vacancies in KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools
- Check state government school recruitment notifications that accept CTET scores
- Prepare for demo teaching rounds and interviews
- Keep the CTET certificate safe — it is now valid for your lifetime
↺ If You Did Not Qualify
- Review which sections pulled your score down (Pedagogy, Language, or subject papers)
- Register for the next CTET session (typically July or December)
- Practise previous 5–7 years of CTET question papers
- Revise NCERT books for Maths, EVS, Science, and Social Studies
- Take full-length timed mock tests to build speed and accuracy
Where a CTET Certificate Opens Doors
Qualifying CTET is a mandatory eligibility condition for teaching positions across central and many state government schools. Average starting salary for PRT/TGT teachers in central schools ranges from ₹35,000 to ₹60,000 per month including allowances.
KVS
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan — PRT & TGT posts
NVS
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti teacher recruitment
CTSA
Central Tibetan Schools Administration posts
State Schools
Many states accept CTET for their own teacher recruitment
Private Schools
CTET qualification preferred by CBSE-affiliated private schools
For Future CTET Aspirants
Master Child Development & Pedagogy
This 30-mark section appears in both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Many candidates underestimate it. Focus on learning theories, developmental stages, and inclusive education concepts.
NCERT Is Non-Negotiable
Thoroughly revise NCERT textbooks for Maths, EVS (Classes 1–5), Science, and Social Studies (Classes 6–8). Most subject questions are directly or indirectly NCERT-based.
Build Speed Without Guessing
There is no negative marking, but time is limited. Practise completing 150 questions in 2.5 hours consistently. Avoid random guessing in language sections where comprehension is tested.
Practise Past Papers
Solving the last 5–7 years of CTET question papers gives you an accurate sense of difficulty, recurring topics, and question patterns. Begin at least 4–6 months before the exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Always check your CTET result exclusively on ctet.nic.in. This is the only official source for scorecards, final answer keys, and certificate downloads.
Beware of fake portals that mimic the CTET website and fraudulent messages claiming your result is "out." Keep your application number and login credentials private and never share them with anyone.
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