CBSE Declares CTET February 2026 Results
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the results for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) held in February 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now access their scorecards on the official portal. The results have been published following the completion of the answer key evaluation process.
Answer Key Process Completed Before Result Announcement
Prior to declaring the results, CBSE completed the entire answer key procedure. On March 12, 2026, the board released the scanned OMR response sheets along with the provisional answer keys. Candidates were given the opportunity to raise objections until March 15, 2026, with a nominal fee of ₹1,000 per question for any challenge submitted.
Subject matter experts thoroughly reviewed all objections received during this window. Following their assessment, the final answer keys were prepared, and results were subsequently calculated based on these verified answers. The board has confirmed that no further revisions or modifications will be made to the declared outcomes.
Over 2.5 Million Candidates Appeared for the Examination
The CTET February 2026 examination was conducted nationwide on February 7 and 8. More than 2.5 million aspirants participated in the test, making it one of the largest eligibility examinations in the country. The examination was organized in two distinct papers:
- Paper 1: Designed for candidates aiming to teach classes 1 through 5
- Paper 2: Intended for candidates seeking teaching positions for classes 6 through 8
Minimum Qualifying Marks Required
To successfully clear the examination, candidates must achieve the minimum qualifying scores as outlined below:
- General category: 90 marks out of 150 (60 percent)
- SC/ST category: 82 marks out of 150 (55 percent)
These thresholds apply uniformly across both papers of the examination.
Career Opportunities After Clearing CTET
Successfully qualifying in CTET Paper 1 makes candidates eligible to apply for teaching positions in primary schools covering classes 1 to 5. Those who clear Paper 2 become qualified to teach students in upper primary classes ranging from 6 to 8.
The CTET certification is a mandatory requirement for recruitment in several prestigious central government institutions, including Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), and Army Schools. Clearing this examination serves as the foundational step for aspiring educators targeting these reputed organizations.
Step-by-Step Guide to Download the Scorecard
Candidates can easily access and download their results by following the straightforward procedure outlined below:
- Navigate to the official CTET website at ctet.nic.in
- Locate and select the link labeled “CTET Result 2026” on the homepage
- Enter your roll number and date of birth in the designated fields
- Submit the information to view your scorecard on the screen
- Download the scorecard and keep a printed copy for future reference
Candidates are advised to verify all details on their scorecards carefully and preserve the document securely, as it will be required during subsequent recruitment processes. The scorecard serves as official proof of qualification and must be presented when applying for teaching positions in central government schools.
