The wait for the CTET 2026 Answer Key is over; CBSE has released the answers for Papers 1 and 2. Here is how to check your score..
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the provisional answer key for CTET 2026, bringing an end to the wait for lakhs of candidates aspiring to become teachers. The answer keys for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 were made live on the official website, ctet.nic.in, on March 12, 2026. This marks a significant moment for those candidates who appeared for the examination held on February 7 and 8, 2026.
How to Download the CTET 2026 Answer Key?
Candidates can download their answer keys and response sheets by following the simple steps outlined below:
1. Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in.
2. Click on the link titled ‘CTET 2026 Answer Key Paper 1 & 2’ on the homepage.
3. Log in by entering your Roll Number and Date of Birth (DOB).
4. Your provisional answer key will appear on the screen.
5. Download it and cross-check your answers.
CTET Challenge Window and Objection Filing Process
CBSE has provided candidates with a window of 2 to 3 days to register objections against the provided answers. If a candidate believes that any answer provided by the Board is incorrect, they may challenge it by submitting supporting evidence.
Fee: An online fee of ₹1000 must be deposited for each challenge submitted.
Review: The objections will be reviewed by a team of experts. If an objection is found to be valid, a Final Answer Key will be released, and the fee will be refunded.
How to Calculate Your CTET Score?
There is no negative marking in the CTET examination, which comes as a relief to the candidates.
· Add 1 mark for every correct answer.
· Assign 0 marks for incorrect or unattempted questions.
· The total number of correct answers constitutes your probable score.
What are the Passing Marks for CTET? To obtain the CTET certificate, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks:
· General Category: 90 marks out of 150 (60%).
· Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD): 82 marks out of 150 (55%).
The CBSE has clarified that this is only a provisional answer key. The final results and mark sheets will be made available on DigiLocker only after the resolution of the challenges/objections.
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