CTET Exam Analysis OUT February 7, 2026 Paper 1 & 2: Check Section-Wise Difficulty Level, Student's Reactions

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The CTET exam analysis for February 7 is provided here after the conclusion of each shift. The section-wise overall difficulty level of CTET Feb 7 2026 Paper 1 and 2 is also provided. Get detailed question paper 2026 analysis of the Feb 7 here. Candidates can also download CTET question paper PDF and answer key PDF of the Feb 7 exam below.

The CTET exam 2026 of February 7 (Day 1) was Over. The CTET exam analysis of Paper 1 & 2 are provided here based on the feedback of the students received. The section-wise difficulty level, topics asked in the exam of the CTET 2026 Feb 7 exam. Download the CTET question paper PDF 2026 for Paper 1 & Paper 2 below.

CTET Exam Analysis 2026 (February 7)

CTET Exam Analysis 2026 (February 7)

CTET Exam Analysis 2026 (Feb 7): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the 21st edition of the CTET exam on February 7. The CTET exam was conducted two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET exam analysis 2026 is provided here based on student reactions. Shiksha.com reached out to the candidates at one of the CTET exam centres to get their feedback on the question paper difficulty level. The real-time CTET Paper 2 and Paper 1 Analysis 2026 is provided here. Also, the CTET question papers PDF is shared here along with the unofficial answer key PDF.

Table of contents
  • CTET Exam Analysis Feb 7, 2026 (Paper 1): Overall Difficulty Level
  • CTET Exam Analysis Feb 7, 2026 (Paper 2): Overall Difficulty Level
  • Topics Asked in Child Development & Pedagogy (Paper 2) Shift 1 (Feb 7)
  • CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 2
  • CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 1
  • CTET Paper 2 Analysis 2026: Section-Wise (SOON)
  • CTET Answer Key 2026 Paper 2: PDF Download (Unofficial Soon)
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CTET Exam Analysis Feb 7, 2026 (Paper 1): Overall Difficulty Level

The CTET exam analysis 2026 for Paper 1 in terms of the difficulty level of each section will soon be shared below.

CTET Paper 1 Subjects

Difficulty Level

Number of Questions

Child Development and Pedagogy

to be updated here

30

Language-I (English)

to be updated here

30

Language II (Hindi)

to be updated here

30

Mathematics

to be updated here

30

Environmental Studies

to be updated here

30

Total

to be updated here

150

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is CTET a tough exam?
A: 

The CTET exam is easy to crack. The difficulty level of the question paper is generally easy to moderate. Candidates should be well prepared in order for the exam.

Q:   What is the CTET exam date 2026 for September session?
A: 

The Central Board of Secondary Education will conduct the CTET exam on September 6, 2026. The Setpember session of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test will be held offline.

Q:   Which sections of the CTET exam are usually lengthy?
A: 

The CTET exam is conducted for two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The CTET Paper 1 contains questions from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies. The CTET Paper 2 comprises questions from four subjects- Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Sciences. Candidates usually find the Mathematics section a little time taking. Moreover, many candidates find the Reading Comprehension questions of the CTET exam also lengthy.

Q:   Is 120 a good score in CTET?
A: 

Yes, 120 marks in the CTET exam is a good score. However, candidates need to achieve the minimum qualifying marks to qualify the CTET exam. The minimum qualifying marks for the General candidates are 90 marks (60&) and for reserved categories 82 marks (55%). On the other hand, scoring in between 100 to 120 marks are typically considered a good score.

 

CTET Exam Analysis Feb 7, 2026 (Paper 2): Overall Difficulty Level

Check the CTET exam analysis 2026 for Paper 2 in the table below soon:

CTET Subjects

Difficulty Level

Good Attempts

Child Development and Pedagogy

Easy to Moderate

22-26

Language-I (English)

Easy

23-27

Language II (Hindi)

Easy

23-27

Mathematics 

Moderate

18-22

Science

 

Easy to Moderate

17-21

Social Science

Moderate

15-19

Total

Easy to Moderate

115-130

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Topics Asked in Child Development & Pedagogy (Paper 2) Shift 1 (Feb 7)

As per the students, the paper was more analytical. Topics asked in Child Development and Pedagogy are:

  • Scanning and Skimming
  • Writing process stages
  • Reading as meaning-making versus letter-sound decoding
  • Shared reading and guided reading practices
  • Dictation as language learning activity
  • Language learning principles
  • Language development in children (12 - 18 months, early sounds and speech)
  • Listening skill assessment methods
  • Performance-based assessment
  • Testing versus assessment, etc.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How can I start preparation for the CTET exam?
A: 
You can start CTET preparation by thoroughly going through the CTET exam pattern and CTET syllabus. The CTET exam pattern makes candidates familiar with the structure of question paper. On the other hand, CTET syllabus makes candidates aware of the topics from which questions are asked in the exam. After going through the exam pattern and syllabus, candidates should ensure studying each topic prescribed by the CBSE in the CTET syllabus.
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.
Q:   What is the difficulty level of CTET exam?
A: 

The CTET exam is generally easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level. The difficulty level depends on the nature of the questions asked in the exam. 

Q:   How can I prepare for the CTET exam in 10 days?
A: 

Candidates can prepare for CTET in ten days by practicing more through previous years papers and mock tests. Attempt at least two CTET question papers daily in the last one week of the exam.

CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 2

Before going through the exam analysis, have a look at the CTET 2026 exam pattern for Paper 2 below.

Subjects

Number of Questions

Total Marks

Child Development & Pedagogy

30

30

Language-I

30

30

Language-II

30

30

Mathematics and Science OR

Social Studies/ Social Science

(Any one of the above for other subject teachers)

60

60

Total

150

150

CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 1

Before going through the CTET paper analysis, have a look at the CTET exam pattern for Paper 1 below.

Subjects

Number of Questions

Total Marks

Child Development and Pedagogy

30

30

Language-I

30

30

Language-II

30

30

Mathematics

30

30

Environmental Studies

30

30

Total

150

150

Also Read: CTET Syllabus 2026

 

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Commonly asked questions
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.

Q:   Can I prepare for CTET by practicing question papers and sample papers only?
A: 
No, practicing only CTTE question papers and sample papers will not help in exam preparation. Candidates must study every topic prescribed in the CTET syllabus through various books. Once done, candidates should then start attempting CTET question papers, sample papers and mock tests.
Q:   How to prepare for CTET Exam Paper 2?
A: 

First candidate should understand pattern of an exam and syllabus. Analyze the previous year question papers and practice them. From this, candidates will come to know about the type of questions asked in the examination. Refer NCERT books, make a proper strategy for the preparation. Practice questions related to CDP. Give mock test online. Do frequent revision, etc.

Q:   Is coaching necessary for the CTET exam?
A: 

No, coaching is not necessary for the CTET exam. Candidates can prepare well through self studies. One needs to cover the syllabus, solve previous year question papers and mock tests to clear the exam.

CTET Paper 2 Analysis 2026: Section-Wise (SOON)

The section-wise CTET paper analysis 2026 for Paper 2 will soon be shared below.

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CTET Answer Key 2026 Paper 2: PDF Download (Unofficial Soon)

The official CTET answer key 2026 for Paper 2 will be released within 15 to 20 days. However, the unofficial CTET Feb 7 answer key for Paper 2 was published by various coaching centres. 

   
   

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