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CTET 2026 Answer Key RELEASED on March 12, 2026 at ctet.nic.in
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Objection Window: March 12–15, 2026 (till 11:59 PM) ● Fee: ₹1,000/question
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General Category Qualifying: 90/150 (60%) ● SC/ST/OBC/PwD: 82/150 (55%)
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CTET Result 2026 Expected: April 2026
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CTET 2026 Answer Key RELEASED on March 12, 2026 at ctet.nic.in
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Objection Window: March 12–15, 2026 (till 11:59 PM) ● Fee: ₹1,000/question
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General Category Qualifying: 90/150 (60%) ● SC/ST/OBC/PwD: 82/150 (55%)
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CTET Result 2026 Expected: April 2026
OFFICIAL ANSWER KEY OUT
CTET Answer Key 2026 Released
Paper 1 & Paper 2
📄 Provisional Key Live
⏰ Object by Mar 15
✅ No Negative Marking
👥 25.3 Lakh Candidates
URGENT: The CTET 2026 Answer Key objection window closes on March 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Submit your challenges before deadline on the official CBSE login portal. The fee is ₹1,000 per question (non-refundable).
📅 CTET 2026 – Important Dates
CTET 2026 Exam Conducted (Paper 1 & 2)
Feb 7–8, 2026
Done
Re-Exam at Vaishali Centers (Paper 2)
March 1, 2026
Done
Provisional Answer Key + OMR Sheet Released
March 12, 2026
Released ✓
Objection / Challenge Window Open
Mar 12–15, 2026
🔴 Active Now
Final Answer Key Release (after review)
Expected: Late March 2026
Upcoming
CTET Result 2026 Declaration
Expected: April 2026
Upcoming
📊 CTET 2026 – Exam Overview
Conducting Body
CBSE, New Delhi
Exam Edition
21st Edition (Feb 2026)
Total Registered
25,30,436 Candidates
Total Questions
150 MCQs (Each Paper)
Duration
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Negative Marking
None (1 Mark Each)
Certificate Validity
Lifetime Valid
Official Website
ctet.nic.in
📑 Paper 1 & Paper 2 – Subject Breakdown
Both papers carry 150 marks with 150 MCQs. The answer key covers all subject sections separately.
📚 Paper 1 – For Classes I to V (Primary Level Teaching)
| # | Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| 2 | Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| 3 | Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| 4 | Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| 5 | Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
📚 Paper 2 – For Classes VI to VIII (Upper Primary Level Teaching)
| # | Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| 2 | Language I (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| 3 | Language II (Compulsory) | 30 | 30 |
| 4 | Maths & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
🏆 CTET 2026 – Category-wise Qualifying Marks
CTET is a qualifying (not competitive) exam. There is no merit rank. Candidates scoring the minimum marks receive a lifetime valid CTET Eligibility Certificate.
| Category | Qualifying % | Min. Marks Required (Out of 150) |
Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 60% | 90 / 150 | Standard |
| OBC | 55% | 82 / 150 | Relaxed |
| SC | 55% | 82 / 150 | Relaxed |
| ST | 55% | 82 / 150 | Relaxed |
| PwD (Differently Abled) | 55% | 82 / 150 | Relaxed |
ℹ️ Note: CTET has no negative marking. Your score = total correct answers. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 use the same qualifying thresholds. Clearing CTET grants eligibility but not a guaranteed teaching job — recruitment is done separately.
🧮 CTET Score Calculator 2026
🎯 Calculate Your Estimated CTET Score
Enter the number of correct answers and your category to check qualifying status instantly.
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⬇️ How to Download CTET Answer Key 2026
Follow these step-by-step instructions to download your CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key PDF and OMR Response Sheet from the official CBSE portal.
1
Visit the Official CTET Website
Open your browser and go to ctet.nic.in. This is the only official website managed by CBSE for CTET-related activities.
2
Click the Answer Key / Candidate Portal Link
On the homepage, find and click the link labelled "CTET February 2026 – Provisional Answer Key [Paper 1 and 2]" or go to the Candidate Activity section.
3
Login with Your Credentials
Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY format). Enter the CAPTCHA code and click Login / Submit.
4
Select Paper 1 or Paper 2
Separate answer keys are available for Paper 1 (Classes I–V) and Paper 2 (Classes VI–VIII). Select the paper you appeared in. If you took both, download both separately.
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Download Answer Key PDF & OMR Sheet
The Answer Key PDF (subject-wise, all sets A/B/C/D) and your personal OMR Response Sheet scanned image will be displayed. Click Download / Save to keep copies.
6
Cross-Check Your Responses
Compare your marked answers (from OMR Sheet) with the official answer key. Count correct responses to estimate your score. No negative marking applies — only correct answers count.
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Save Before Deadline
⚠️ The answer key and OMR sheet links remain active only till March 15, 2026. Download and save both documents immediately before the link is deactivated.
🔗 Direct Login Link: https://ctet.nic.in → Candidate Activity → View/Challenge Answer Key – CTET Feb 2026
📋 How to Download CTET OMR Sheet 2026
What is the CTET OMR Sheet?
The OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) Sheet is the scanned image of your physical answer sheet from the exam hall. It shows your bubbled responses for all 150 questions. Compare it with the official answer key to know your accurate score.
The OMR Sheet is available at the same portal as the answer key. Login to ctet.nic.in using Application Number & Date of Birth → Select Paper → OMR sheet will appear alongside the answer key PDF.
💡 Pro Tip: Always verify your OMR sheet first before raising an objection. If you yourself marked the wrong bubble, a challenge will not help — the recorded response is treated as final. Only challenge questions where the answer key appears incorrect compared to credible sources.
| Document | Availability | Access Method | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 Answer Key (All Sets) | Available | Login to ctet.nic.in | Mar 15, 2026 |
| Paper 2 Answer Key (All Sets) | Available | Login to ctet.nic.in | Mar 15, 2026 |
| OMR Response Sheet (Personal) | Available | Login to ctet.nic.in | Mar 15, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key PDF | Upcoming | ctet.nic.in (Public PDF) | Late March 2026 |
🗳️ How to Raise CTET Answer Key Objection 2026
Objection Window: March 12, 2026 to March 15, 2026 (11:59 PM) — Only online challenges are accepted. No offline/email objections entertained.
1
Login to Official CBSE CTET Portal
Visit ctet.nic.in and click on the Challenge / Objection Link available in the Candidate Activity section. Log in using Application Number & Date of Birth.
2
Read Objection Instructions Carefully
A page with complete instructions will open. Read all guidelines before proceeding. You must have valid supporting references (NCERT books, official publications) ready before submitting.
3
Select the Question to Challenge
Choose the question number from the dropdown. Click on "Select for Challenge". Only questions from your own paper can be challenged.
4
Enter Your Correct Answer & Proof
Click "Click to Enter Your Answer". Select the answer option you believe is correct. Upload supporting documents/references (page number, book name, publication) to validate your objection.
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Click "Update" and Finalise Submission
After selecting the answer, click Update. Once all questions are challenged, click "Finalise Challenges Submission". This step is mandatory before payment.
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Pay the Objection Fee
Pay ₹1,000 per question challenged via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Internet Banking. The fee is non-refundable, regardless of whether CBSE accepts or rejects your objection.
7
Save Confirmation & Await Review
After payment, save the confirmation receipt. CBSE subject experts will review all challenges. If valid, the final answer key will be revised. The decision of experts is final — no further appeals accepted.
💳 CTET Objection Fee & Payment Details
Fee Per Question
₹1,000 / Question
Refundable?
❌ Non-Refundable
Payment Modes
Credit / Debit / Net Banking
Payment Deadline
March 15, 2026 (11:59 PM)
| Payment Mode | Accepted? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 💳 Credit Card | ✓ Yes | All major credit cards accepted |
| 💳 Debit Card | ✓ Yes | Visa, MasterCard, RuPay accepted |
| 🏦 Internet Banking / Net Banking | ✓ Yes | All nationalized banks accepted |
| 📧 Email / Offline | ✗ No | Only online objections accepted |
| 🧾 Demand Draft / Cheque | ✗ No | Not accepted for objection fee |
⚠️ Important: The ₹1,000 fee per question is non-refundable even if CBSE accepts your objection and revises the answer key. Only challenge questions where you have strong, credible proof. Objections without supporting references will be rejected automatically.
🔗 Official Links – CTET 2026
Official Portal
CTET Official Website
ctet.nic.in
Answer Key
Download Paper 1 Answer Key
ctet.nic.in → Candidate Login
Answer Key
Download Paper 2 Answer Key
ctet.nic.in → Candidate Login
OMR Sheet
Download OMR Response Sheet
ctet.nic.in → Candidate Login
Challenge Portal
Raise Objection / Challenge
ctet.nic.in → View/Challenge Key
CBSE Official
CBSE Main Website
cbse.gov.in
Archives
Previous Year Final Answer Keys
ctet.nic.in/previous-year-final-answer-key
🔒 Security Warning: Only use ctet.nic.in (official CBSE website) to download the answer key and submit objections. Beware of fake or phishing websites. CBSE never asks for payment outside the official portal.
➡️ What Happens After the Answer Key?
| Stage | Description | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Provisional Answer Key Released | Candidates download and verify their answers | ✅ March 12, 2026 |
| 2. Objection Window Open | Candidates raise challenges with ₹1,000/question fee | 🔴 Mar 12–15, 2026 |
| 3. Expert Review of Objections | CBSE subject experts verify all submitted challenges | ⏳ Mid March 2026 |
| 4. Final Answer Key Published | Revised key released as public PDF for all sets | 📅 Late March 2026 |
| 5. CTET Result Declared | Scorecard published on ctet.nic.in with qualifying status | 📅 April 2026 |
| 6. Eligibility Certificate Issued | Qualifying candidates receive lifetime-valid CTET certificate | 📅 After Result |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions – CTET 2026
The CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Key was officially released on March 12, 2026 at ctet.nic.in by CBSE for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the February 2026 examination.
General Category: 90 out of 150 marks (60%). OBC / SC / ST / PwD: 82 out of 150 marks (55%). These are the minimum marks required to receive the CTET eligibility certificate.
The objection fee is ₹1,000 per question challenged. The fee is non-refundable — it will not be returned regardless of whether CBSE accepts or rejects your challenge.
The last date to raise objections is March 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The challenge window is open from March 12 to March 15, 2026. No offline or email objections are accepted.
No. CTET 2026 has no negative marking. Each correct answer carries 1 mark. Wrong answers or unattempted questions carry 0 marks. Your total score = number of correct answers.
As per the latest NCTE guidelines, the CTET eligibility certificate is valid for a lifetime. Once you qualify CTET, you do not need to re-appear unless you wish to improve your score.
Yes. Candidates who appeared for both papers can raise objections for questions in either or both papers. Each question in each paper costs ₹1,000 separately.
The CTET 2026 Result is expected to be declared in April 2026, after the review of all objections and publication of the final answer key. Candidates can check results on ctet.nic.in.
No. Clearing CTET only makes you eligible to apply for teaching positions in schools like KVS, NVS, and other CBSE-affiliated institutions. Actual recruitment is done separately through respective school or government board hiring processes.
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