CTET February 2026 Answer Key / Exam Details – Download Response Sheet & Check Result Update
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has conducted the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 for candidates who want to become teachers in Classes I to VIII. The CTET February 2026 exam was held on 7th and 8th February 2026 in multiple shifts across India.
Candidates who appeared in the examination can now check updates regarding answer key, response sheet, result date, and other important details through the official CTET website.
CTET February 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 25 November 2025 |
| Application Start | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 December 2025 |
| Correction Window | 23 – 26 December 2025 |
| Exam City Intimation | 23 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 05 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | 07 & 08 February 2026 |
| Re-Exam (Selected Centers) | 01 March 2026 |
| Answer Key | 12 March 2026 |
| Result | March 2026 (Expected) |
CTET February 2026 Exam Details
- Conducting Body: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Exam Name: Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)
- Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen & Paper)
- Papers:
- Paper I: For teaching Classes I – V
- Paper II: For teaching Classes VI – VIII
- Exam Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Conducted in multiple shifts across various cities.
CTET February 2026 Answer Key
CBSE releases the provisional answer key after the examination so that candidates can verify their responses and estimate their scores. Candidates can also raise objections against incorrect answers within the given time period before the final answer key is released.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 (60%) |
| OBC / SC / ST / PwD | 82 out of 150 (55%) |
Candidates who score the required marks will receive the CTET Eligibility Certificate which allows them to apply for teacher recruitment in various schools.
How to Download CTET February 2026 Answer Key
- Visit the official CTET website – https://ctet.nic.in
- Click on CTET Feb 2026 Answer Key link.
- Enter your Application Number and Password.
- Your Answer Key and Response Sheet will appear.
- Download and take a printout for reference.
CTET February 2026 Useful Links
- Check Answer Key
- Download Response Sheet
- Official Website – https://ctet.nic.in
CTET February 2026 – FAQ
What is the exam date of CTET February 2026?
The CTET February 2026 exam was conducted on 7 and 8 February 2026.
When will CTET 2026 answer key release?
The provisional answer key is released after the exam and candidates can challenge it for a limited time.
What are the passing marks for CTET?
General candidates need 60% marks (90/150) to qualify, while reserved category candidates need 55% marks (82/150).
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