The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the CTET February 2026 Answer Key today, March 12, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test on February 7 and 8 (and the March 1 re-exam) can now download their provisional answer keys along with scanned images of their OMR response sheets.
This release marks a crucial step for aspirants to calculate their estimated scores before the final results are announced.
CTET 2026 Answer Key: Key Highlights
| Event | Details |
| Exam Dates | February 7 & 8, 2026 (Re-exam: March 1) |
| Answer Key Status | Released (March 12, 2026) |
| Objection Window | March 12 to March 15, 2026 |
| Objection Fee | ₹1,000 per question |
| Result Date | Expected by late March or early April 2026 |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
How to Download CTET Answer Key & OMR Sheet
Candidates can follow these steps to access their documents:
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to ctet.nic.in.
- Find the Link: Look for the link titled “View/Challenge Answer Key – CTET Feb 2026” under the Candidate Activity section.
- Login: Enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Download: Once logged in, you can view and download the PDF of the Paper 1/Paper 2 answer keys and your scanned OMR sheet.
How to Challenge the Answer Key
If you find any discrepancy in the provisional answers, you can raise an objection through the official portal:
- Deadline: The challenge window is open until March 15, 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹1,000 per question is required.
- Process: Select the question, provide the correct option according to your supporting evidence (NCERT books are recommended), and pay the fee online.
Note: If the challenge is accepted by the subject experts, the fee will be refunded to the candidate’s account.
Passing Marks & Validity
To qualify for the CTET certificate, candidates must meet the following minimum criteria:
- General Category: 60% (90 out of 150 marks).
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD): 55% (82 out of 150 marks).
The CTET Certificate is now valid for a lifetime, making it a permanent eligibility credential for teaching positions in KVS, NVS, and other central/state government schools.
Important Links
- Official Website: ctet.nic.in
- Direct Link to Download Answer Key: Click Here to Login
- Check Previous Year Final Keys: CTET Archive
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This video provides a quick walkthrough of the official notification and the steps to download your OMR sheet directly from the portal.
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