CTET Result 2026: Check Scorecard Link @ctet.nic.in

Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 ( CTET )

DeskCalelnderExam On - 8 Feb '26

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Jan 12, 2026 03:24 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

CTET Result 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce the CTET result 2026 online on the official portal at ctet.nic.in. It will be released in the form of PDF and displayed as a login link. Candidates will be able to check their result by using the login credentials that is the roll number. The direct link to check the CTET result will also be provided here once it is released. 

The CTET certificate and marksheet 2026 of qualified candidates will be made available on the DigiLocker platform after the declaration of results. The CBSE releases both documents on the DigiLocker and UMANG platforms. Candidates can download their mark sheets and certificates using the login details sent to them by the CBSE on their registered mobile numbers. The CTET exam will be conducted on February 8. Scroll down for more details about the CTET Result 2026.

Also Read: Last 5 Years Question Papers of CTET: Download Free PDFs

Table of contents
  • CTET Result 2026: Overview
  • CTET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • How to Check CTET Result 2026?
  • CTET Pass Percentage 2026 & Expected Scores
  • Details Mentioned on CTET Scorecard 2026
  • What's Next after CTET Result 2026?: Applicability of CTET exam
  • CTET Certificate 2026: Validity
  • CTET Result Statistics of the Previous Year
  • CTET Marksheet 2026
  • CTET Result 2026 FAQs
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CTET Result 2026: Overview

The CTET result is released on the official website- ctet.nic.in. Have a look at the important details related to the result below:

Exam Particulars

Exam Details

Exam Name

Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)

Conducting Body

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

Exam Date

8-Feb-2026

Result Date

Soon

No. of Papers and Total Marks

  • Paper-1: 150 marks
  • Paper-2: 150 marks

Number of applicants

20 Lakh+ in Dec 2024

Passing Marks

  • 90 out of 150 for Gen/ UR
  • 82 out of 150 for SC/ ST/ PwD

Exam Purpose

To determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers in Classes 1-8

Exam Validity

Lifetime

Official Result Website

https://ctet.nic.in

Also Read:

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will CTET result be released?
A: 

The CTET result 2026 will be released on the official website as a login link. The direct result link is provided on this page. The CBSE CTET result displays the marks obtained by candidates in each section as well as overal marks. The qualifying status of the CTET exam will also be mentioned on the result page. Candidates qualifying the CTET exam will be awarded the eligibility certificate. The CTET certificate will be available on DigiLocker.

Q:   What are CTET qualifying marks for the OBC category?
A: 
The CTET qualifying marks for the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category is 55 per cent. OBC candidates need to obtain 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify the exam. A 81 mark scorer OBC candidate will fail to clear the exam.

CTET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CTET 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
09 Jan ' 25

CTET Result 2024 (Dec)

01 Jan ' 25

CTET Answer Key

07 Aug ' 24

Final Answer Key

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How to Check CTET Result 2026?

the CBSE conduct the CTET exam nationally to determine the eligibility of the teachers. It will be released online. The result will be released subject-wise consisting of the scores and qualifying status. Candidates need to use the methods here to check their CBSE CTET result 2026:

  • Visit ctet.nic.in.
  • Click on the result link present at the bottom of the page.
  • Enter the roll number.
  • Click on Submit.
  • Download and take print of result.

CTET score is valid for a lifetime now from the date of declaration of CTET result. There is no cap on the total number of times an aspirant can appear for the CTET exam. Any candidate who has cleared the Central Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by CBSE may appear again for the exam to improve his/ her score.

Also Read: CTET Exam Timing 2026: Check Paper 1, 2 Shift Timings & Reporting Time

Check CTET Result 2026: Link

The direct CTET result 2026 link will be shared here for the ease of candidates:

CTET Result 2026 Download Link - soon

Have a look at the CTET result 2026 links below:

  • ctet.nic.in
  • cbse.nic.in

Also Read: CTET Admit Card

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is a good rank in CTET exam?
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As per the CTET exam process, there is no rank criteria in the examination. Candidates only need to obtain the minimum qualifying marks to clear the exam and get the eligibility certificate. The CTET passing marks or qualifying marks are 90 for general category and 82 for SC/ ST/ OBC category candidates.

Q:   What is a good score in CTET?
A: 

Candidates who get more than 60 per cent marks in the CTET are good scorers. Those who manage to get over 130 marks are considered as high scorers in the Central Teaching Eligibility Test.

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CTET Pass Percentage 2026 & Expected Scores

Aspirants need to secure a minimum of 60 per cent aggregate to qualify the CTET exam. Candidates who secure equal to or more than the qualifying marks in the CTET result 2026 are considered to clear the teacher eligibility test. Have a look at the category-wise minimum CTET qualifying marks or passing marks and percentage of the CTET exam below. Have a look at the CTET pass percentage 2026 below:

Category

Minimum Qualifying Percentage (in %)

Minimum Qualifying Marks (Out of 150)

General

60

90

SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD

55

82

Also Read: CTET Answer Key

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are CTET qualifying marks for the OBC category?
A: 
The CTET qualifying marks for the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category is 55 per cent. OBC candidates need to obtain 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify the exam. A 81 mark scorer OBC candidate will fail to clear the exam.
Q:   What are CTET passing marks for the SC and ST categories?
A: 
The CTET passing marks for the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) categories is 55 per cent. The SSC & ST categories candidates need to obtain 82 out of the total 150 marks to qualify the exam and obtain the eligibility Certificate.
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Details Mentioned on CTET Scorecard 2026

Those candidates who will appear for the CTET exam will be able to check all the details shared in the CTET result. The CTET scorecard has the information shared below-

  • Name of candidate
  • Roll number
  • Name of father and mother
  • Photograph
  • Category
  • Paper
  • Subject
  • Language
  • Exam qualification
  • Marks in each subject
  • Scores

Also Read- CTET Mock Test

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How do I get my CTET old marksheet?
A: 

You can get the CTET old marksheet or duplicate CTET marksheet and certificate by visiting the official website of the exam. Follow the steps given below to get the previous years marksheets or certificates:

  • Visit the official website - ctet.nic.in.
  • Go to the 'Duplicate Marksheet & Certificate' link under e-Services.
  • Click on the link given under '2011 to 2016' or '2018 & onwards'.
  • Login using the registered mobile or Aadhaar number.
  • Click on the Get Issued Documents link.
  • Select CBSE >>> Teacher Eligibility Test Mark-sheet or Certificate.
  • Enter the Roll Number and Year of passing.
  • Click on get document link.

 

Q:   Is there any provision for revaluation or rechecking of CTET result?
A: 
As per the rule of CBSE there is no provision for rechecking or revaluation of CTET result. After the declaration of the CTET result, the CBSE releases the marksheets of all the candidates who appeared for the exam. The result is released after proper scrutiny and after going through the objections received from candidates against the provisional answer keys.
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What's Next after CTET Result 2026?: Applicability of CTET exam

According to the CBSE Affiliation Bye-Laws, candidates need to qualify the CTET or TET exam to become eligible for teaching Classes 1 to 8 in the schools affiliated to the CBSE. After passing the CTET result, candidates can apply for teacher recruitment in the following types of schools:

  • Schools affiliated under the Central Government- KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools, etc.
  • Schools under the administrative control of Union Territories such as Delhi, Chandigarh, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep.
  • Private schools that consider and require CTET qualification.
  • Schools owned by State Governments and local bodies.

Also Read: CTET Salary

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What should I do after the declaration of CTET result?
A: 
After the declaration of the CTET result, candidates are awarded eligibility certificates. Further, candidates are informed that the qualifying CTET exam does not confer them the right to employment/recruitment. This is because CTET is simply a qualifying exam and is only one of the eligibility criteria to be hired at the post of a teacher.
Q:   How do I get my CTET old marksheet?
A: 

You can get the CTET old marksheet or duplicate CTET marksheet and certificate by visiting the official website of the exam. Follow the steps given below to get the previous years marksheets or certificates:

  • Visit the official website - ctet.nic.in.
  • Go to the 'Duplicate Marksheet & Certificate' link under e-Services.
  • Click on the link given under '2011 to 2016' or '2018 & onwards'.
  • Login using the registered mobile or Aadhaar number.
  • Click on the Get Issued Documents link.
  • Select CBSE >>> Teacher Eligibility Test Mark-sheet or Certificate.
  • Enter the Roll Number and Year of passing.
  • Click on get document link.

 

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CTET Certificate 2026: Validity

Soon after the declaration of the CTET result, the certificate is available for all the candidates who appeared for the exam. The CTET certificate 2026 is made available on the DigiLocker and Umang platforms. The CTET eligibility certificate 2026 is available for only those candidates who have been declared pass in the exam. Candidates can download their CTET certificate by logging into their DigiLocker account. Credentials to log in to the DigiLocker accounts are shared by CBSE on candidates' registered mobile numbers after the CTET results. The CTET certificate is now valid for a lifetime. 

Further, candidates are informed that the qualifying CTET exam does not confer them the right to employment/recruitment. This is because CTET is simply a qualifying exam and is only one of the eligibility criteria to be hired at the post of a teacher.

Also Read: CTET Exam Centre

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is CTET valid for lifetime?
A: 

The CTET exam is valid for life. Earlier, the CTET eligibility Certificate was valid for a period of seven years starting from the date of declaration of result. However, in June 2021, the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) and CBSE officially extended the CTET passing Certificate validity to lifetime. However, candidates need to fulfil the age limit criteria fixed by the respective teacher recruiting body such as NVS, KVS or others. Therefore, candidates can apply for the teaching jobs after qualifying the Central Teacher Eligibility Test CTET however, they must fall within the age limit defined by the respective agency.

Q:   Is CTET certificate available on DigiLocker?
A: 

Yes, the CTET certificate is available on the DigiLocker platform. The CTET certificate and marksheet are made available on the DigiLocker app and platform after the declaration of results. Candidates can get their certificates using the credentials sent to them by the CBSE on their registered mobile numbers.

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CTET Result Statistics of the Previous Year

CTET July Result 2024 Data

The CTET result data 2024 for July session has been shared below:

Result Data Paper 1 Paper 2
Registered Candidates 8,30,242 16,99,823
Appeared Candidates 6,78,707 14,07,332
Qualified Candidates 1,27,159 2,39,120
Total Qualified Candidates 3,66,279

CTET Jan Result 2024 Data

The CTET result 2024 of the January session was released on February 15, 2024. As per the official CTET result 2024 PDF notice, a total of 2,38,878 candidates qualified CTET 2024 exam. We have shared below the CTET result data and pass percentage. Candidates can check the CTET pass percentage 2024 below to know how much marks to score to clear the exam. The 18th session of the CTET exam was held on January 21, 2024. The provisional CTET answer key 2024 was released on February 7, 2024, along with the online objection link. The CTET final answer key 2024 was released on February 19, 2024. Have a look at the CTET result 2024 qualified percentage data below:

CTET 2024

Registered

Appeared

Qualified

Paper 1

9,58,193

7,95,231

1,26,845

Paper 2

17,35,333

14,81,242

1,12,033

Total

26,93,526

22,76,473

2,38,878

Also Read: CTET Selection Process

CTET Result 2023

Have a look at the CTET result data of the 2023 edition below in terms of the number of qualifying candidates in the exam:

CTET 2023

Registered

Appeared

Qualified

Paper I

15,01,474 12,13,704 2,98,758

Paper II

14,02,022 11,66,178 1,01,057

Total

29,03,496 23,79,882 3,99,815

CTET Result 2022

Check below for the analysis of the candidates who registered, appeared, and qualified for the CTET 2022 examination.

CTET 2023

Registered

Appeared

Qualified

Paper I

1704282 1422959 579844

Paper II

1538464 1276071 376025

Total

3243746 2699030 955869

CTET Result Analysis & Pass Percentage of Previous Years

Candidates can go through the statistics of CTET results declared in past years mentioned in the table below:

Year of CTET Exam

No. of Candidates who Appeared for the Exam

No. of Candidates who Qualified the Exam

CTET December 2022

26,99,030

9,55,869

CTET December 2021

23,51,725

6,54,299

CTET December 2019

24,00,000

5,42,285

CTET July 2019

23,77,000

3,52,000

CTET September 2016

6,53,156

69,566

CTET February 2015

6,77,554

80,187

CTET February 2014

7,50,000

13,425

CTET July 2013

7,76,000

77,000

CTET November 2012

7,95,000

4,850

CTET January 2012

9,00,000

55,422

CTET June 2011

7,60,000

97,919

Also Read: Teaching Exams 2025

CTET Pass Percentage

Candidates can go through the pass percentage for CTET results mentioned in the table below:

Year of CTET Exam

Pass Percentage

CTET December 2021

23.99%

CTET September 2016

13.80% (Paper 1); 11.12% (Paper 2)

CTET February 2015

11.95% (Paper 1); 9.16% (Paper 2)

CTET February 2014

1.7%

CTET July 2013

9.96%

CTET November 2012

0.61%

CTET January 2012

6.1%

CTET June 2011

14%

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What should I do after the declaration of CTET result?
A: 
After the declaration of the CTET result, candidates are awarded eligibility certificates. Further, candidates are informed that the qualifying CTET exam does not confer them the right to employment/recruitment. This is because CTET is simply a qualifying exam and is only one of the eligibility criteria to be hired at the post of a teacher.
Q:   Is NCERT enough for the CTET exam preparation?
A: 
Though NCERT books are good for understanding the basic concepts of the CTET syllabus, there are other best books available for CTET exam preparation as well. Apart from studying NCERT books, candidates should refer other CTET best books and previous years' papers books to boost their exam preparations.
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CTET Marksheet 2026

After the declaration of the CTET result, the CBSE releases the marksheets of all the candidates who appeared for the exam. The CTET marksheet 2026 will be made available on the DigiLocker platform along with the certificate. Candidates can download the CTET marksheet by logging into their DigiLocker account. Credentials to log in to the DigiLocker accounts are shared by CBSE on candidates' registered mobile numbers after the CTET results.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Does CTET mark matter?
A: 
Yes, the CTET marks matter in terms of qualification. Candidates need to obtain the qualifying CTET marks to clear the exam and obtain the eligibility Certificate. Only those candidates are awarded the CTET Certificate who pass the CTET exam by obtaining the minimum qualifying marks.
Q:   Is 120 a good score in CTET?
A: 

Candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks are considered CTET pass. Those who get over and above the set marks are considered good scorers. Hence, scoring 120 marks in the CTET exam is good.

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CTET Result 2026 FAQs

Candidates can check below the CTET Result 2026 FAQs.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the CTET result released based on the provisional answer key?
A: 

The CTET result is not released based on the provisional answer key. The CTET final answer key is the basis for result declaration. The CBSE announced the result based on the final corrected answers given by subject matter experts after analyzing the objections.

Q:   What are the highest marks in the CTET exam?
A: 

There are no fixed the highest marks in the CTET exam. The exam is of total 150 marks. Those who obtain over 120 marks are good scorers.

Q:   What happens after clearing CTET?
A: 
After clearing the CTET exam, candidates can apply for the teacher recruitment process in schools accepting the CTET scores. Before applying for the teacher recruitment, candidates need to download their marksheet and eligibility Certificate from the DigiLocker app. Candidates can not apply for teacher appointment without their CTET certificates.
Q:   Will I get the job after clearing the CTET exam?
A: 

Qualifying CTET exam does not guarantee a job to a candidate. It is only one of the eligibility criteria for teacher appointment. Candidates need to appear for the recruitment process of schools such as KVS, NVS and others to get a teaching job. The school managements consider the CTET scores in the teacher recruitment process. 

Q:   What are the qualifying marks for CTET exam?
A: 

The CTET qualifying marks are different for different categories. General category candidates need to obtain a minimum of 60 per cent or above marks in the CTET 2025 exam in order to be considered as a CTET pass. The CTET passing marks for OBC/SC/ST category candidates are 55 per cent. Candidates scoring more than or equal to the qualifying marks are considered CTET qualified. Only those candidates are awarded the CTET Certificate those who secure the minimum qualifying marks. However, a higher CTET score is advantageous in the further teacher recruitment process.

Q:   What is the highest score in CTET?
A: 

The highest score in CTET is 150. The CTET 2024 exam is of 150 total marks. Getting the full 150 marks is considered as the highest score in the exam as there is no negative marking. However, to qualify for the CTET exam, a candidate belonging to General category needs to score a minimum of 60 per cent marks in the exam. Reserved category candidates such as, SC, ST & OBC need to obtain 55 per cent marks to clear the exam.

Q:   What is the validity of CTET score card?
A: 

CTET scorecard is valid for a lifetime. Candidates who clear the exam are awarded the eligibility certificate. Candidates can apply for the teaching jobs in KVS, NVS, etc., using their certificates.

Q:   Who is awarded the CTET Certificate?
A: 
Aspirants who secure a minimum of 60 per cent aggregate marks in the CTET exam (55 per cent for reserved categories) are issued the CTET eligibility Certificate. Candidates can download their CTET Certificate by logging into their DigiLocker account. Credentials to log in to the DigiLocker accounts are shared by CBSE on candidates' registered mobile numbers after the CTET results.
Q:   Is there any provision for revaluation or rechecking of CTET result?
A: 
As per the rule of CBSE there is no provision for rechecking or revaluation of CTET result. After the declaration of the CTET result, the CBSE releases the marksheets of all the candidates who appeared for the exam. The result is released after proper scrutiny and after going through the objections received from candidates against the provisional answer keys.
Q:   Why is the CTET admit card important?
A: 

The CTET admit card is important to appear for the exam as well as to check the results. Candidates need to carry their admit cards to the exam centre. Candidates without the hall ticket are not allowed to take the exam. The admission card contains roll number, which is needed to check result.

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How to Choose Exam Centre Area in the CTET Form

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