CTET 2026 Exam (February): Answer Key (Soon), Analysis (OUT), Result, Question Papers & Syllabus

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Updated on Feb 9, 2026 10:46 IST

CTET 2026 Answer Key for the 21st edition exam is expected soon. It will be released at ctet.nic.in. The CTET exam was conducted on February 7 and 8. The Board has released the CTET 21st edition admit card on Feb 5. Read here for more details on CTET 2026 exam including dates, pattern, syllabus & prep tips.

The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to soon release the CTET 2026 21st Edition exam Answer Key on the official portal at ctet.nic.in. The exam was held on February 7 and 8. Candidates can check below for more details about the CTET Exam 2026.

CTET 2026 Exam: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to soon release the CTET 2026 provisional answer key. The authority will also open the answer key challenge window for a limited period of time. The CTET 21st Edition exam was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026. The exam analysis for both days and all the shifts is also provided below. The admit card was released on February 5. The pre-admit card was released on January 23, 2026. The last date for CTET application completion was December 30. The notification and application form for the CTET February 2026 exam were released on November 27. The CTET notification PDF in the form of information bulletin was released. Candidates were required to fulfill the prescribed CTET eligibility criteria 2026, including the age limit and educational qualification, to apply for the exam.

Candidates seeking recruitment as primary teachers or elementary teachers in Central Government schools need to appear for the CTET exam to obtain the eligibility certificate. For this, candidates should be familiar with the latest CTET exam process, syllabus and exam pattern. In this article, we have provided below the complete CTET 2026 notification details, eligibility, registration process, exam dates, admit card, exam pattern, syllabus and other information.

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CTET 2026 Answer Key Live Updates

CBSE Releases CTET Provisional Answer Key 10-12 Days after Exam- Based on Previous Trends

Table of contents

CTET 2026 Answer Key Soon
CTET 2026 Exam Analysis
CTET 2026 Exam Analysis (Feb 8) Shift 2 OUT
CTET 2026 Exam Analysis (Feb 8) Shift 1 OUT
CTET Exam Analysis Feb 8, 2026 (Paper 2): Overall Difficulty Level
CTET 2026 Question Paper
CTET 2026 Admit Card
CTET 2026 Preparation
CTET 2026 Application Form
CTET Application Form Correction 2026
CTET 2026 Notification
CTET 2026 Exam Overview
CTET 2026 Exam Date
CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
CTET 2026 Exam Pattern
CTET 2026 Syllabus

CTET 2026 Answer Key Soon

The CBSE will soon release the CTET exam provisional answer key 2026 in around 15 days after the exam. It will be issued along with the OMR sheet. The answer key objection link will also be activated. Both the Papers 1 and 2 will contain all the answers of the questions asked in the exam. Candidates will be able to download the CTET 2026 answer key PDF for both the papers along with the OMR by using the roll number and date of birth. Candidates will be required to submit the answer key objections if they find any answer to be incorrect.

Commonly asked questions

Q: How to Calculate the CTET score through Answer Key?

CTET answer key is a very important document that helps candidates predict the score that they can secure in the exam. The CTET OMR sheet of candidates is released along with the provisional answer key. Candidates can go through the official answer key and their OMR sheet to tally the correct answers and mark themselves for the correct answers.

To guesstimate the expected scores in the CTET exam, candidates should know the marking scheme. The CTET marking scheme is such that one mark is allotted for every correct answer and there is no negative marking for an incorrect answer in the exam. Have a look at the CTET answer key marking scheme below:

Type of Questions in CTET	Correct Answer in CTET	Incorrect Answer in CTET
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)	+1	0

Q: Is there a fee for raising objections against the CTET answer key?

Yes, there is a fee for raising objections against the CTET answer key. To raise an objection against the CTET provisional answer key, candidates need to pay INR 1,000 per challenge as a fee in online mode through - Credit/Debit Card. If the challenge is accepted by the subject matter experts, then the fee will be refunded to the concerned credit/ debit card account.

Q: Is there any provision for re-evaluation of the CTET answer key?

There is no provision for re-evaluation of the CTET answer key. The CBSE does not offer the facility for re-checking of the CTET answer sheets. Candidates must answer the questions carefully.

CTET 2026 Exam Analysis

The CBSE conducted the 21st Edition exam on February 7 and 8 in two shifts for both Paper 1 and 2. The CTET exam analysis is shared here after the conduction of each shift. The analysis is based on the feedback of the candidates. It consists of the overall difficulty level of the exam, questions or topics asked in the exam, etc. The exam was conducted offline in written mode.

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

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

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

CTET 2026 Exam Analysis (Feb 8) Shift 2 OUT

As per the students' reactions, the Shift 2 exam of CTET 2026 was Easy to Moderate. But some of the students' felt it moderate.

CTET 2026 Exam Analysis (Feb 8) Shift 1 OUT

As per the feedback received from the students', the CTET exam 2026 Shift 1 was Easy to Moderate. Questions were based on concepts and CDP asked was analytical. Question from theories were there.

CTET Exam Analysis Feb 8, 2026 (Paper 2): Overall Difficulty Level

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

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

CTET 2026 Question Paper

The CBSE will display the official question papers for the CTET 2026 exam along with the final answer key. Candidates will be able to download the CTET question papers 2026 PDFs by visiting the website.

Also Read: CTET Question Paper 2026 (Feb 7)

CTET 2026 Admit Card

The CTET admit card was released at ctet.nic.in. Candidates are required to download the CTET 2026 admit card to appear for the exam.

How to Download CTET Admit Card 2026?

Candidates can download the hall ticket as shared here-

Visit at ctet.nic.in
Click on the admit card link
Enter the Application number, Date of birth and Security pin
Click on Submit
Read the given instructions
Download Admit Card
Take its printout

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is the CTET answer key released for both papers?

The CBSE releases the CTET answer key for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. The provisional answer key will be released on the registered accounts of candidates containing the question paper attempted by a candidate along with the correct answer. Candidates can use the provisional CTET answer key to predict the number of questions marked correctly. However, the CTET final answer key will be released as a PDF for all Sets of question paper for Paper 1 and 2.

Q: How to raise objection against the CTET answer key?

Candidates can raise objections against the CTET provisional answer key using the process shared below-

Visit ctet.nic.in.
Click on the answer key challenge link.
Login using the roll number and date of birth.
Select the question to be challenged.
Click on the challenge button.
Enter the answer link.
Select the correct answer option.
Click on the update link.
Pay INR 1000 per challenge fee.
Submit and save the page.

Q: How to download CTET Answer Key 2026?

Candidates can check the method to download the answer key PDF as mentioned below:

Visit ctet.nic.in.
Click on the provisional answer key link.
Login using the application number and date of birth.
Download the PDF.

CTET 2026 Preparation

The CTET preparation is all about finding the right balance between theory and practice. To crack the exam with high scores, candidates need to have a concrete strategy. It is important for the candidates to have focused approach and strategy for the preparation which will improve the selection or gaining success in the teaching as a career.

The CDP subject of CTET is one of the scoring subjects. It forms a part of both Paper 1 and Paper 2 and carries a weightage of 30 marks in both papers. Additionally, the subject is important to become a good teacher by profession. Therefore, candidates are advised to prepare well for this section. Some of the preparation tips are mentioned below:

Refer to best books
Practice Last 5 Years' Papers & Mock Tests
Candidate must be fully aware of the pattern and syllabus.
Make and follow the study timetable.
Build a proper preparation strategy.
Practice well in advance.
Revise thoroughly.

CTET 2026 Application Form

The online CTET 2026 application one time completion facility link is active at ctet.nic.in. The method to fill the CTET application form is provided below.

How to fill the CTET Form 2026?

Candidates can fill out the CTET form using the process shared below-

Visit the website- ctet.nic.in
Click on the Apply for CTET link.
Click on New Registration.
Go through the details, click on acknowledgement and proceed.
Register by filling in the required details.
Fill out the application form.
Upload the documents such as photograph and signature.
Pay the CTET application fee.
Submit the form.
Take the printout of the CTET confirmation page.

CTET Application Form Correction 2026

The authority activated the application correction link on December 23. The last date to make correction if required was December 26. CBSE gives candidates one chance to correct any incorrect information in the application form (if any). Candidates can make corrections to their already submitted application form by following the methods as mentioned below.

Visit at ctet.nic.in
Click on the link available for the CTET application form correction
Enter the application number, password and security pin (as shown in the image)
Click on the Sign in button
Click on the application form correction button
Read the instructions on the page and click on the checkbox at the bottom of the page
Click on the Proceed for Correction button
Make the required changes in the application form
Enter the security pin and click on Submit
Review the application form
Click on the checkboxes at the bottom of the page
Click on the Final Submit button

CTET 2026 Notification

The CBSE CTET Notification 2026 was released. The CBSE released the CTET 2026 notification as a PDF file at ctet.nic.in. Candidates must download the notification PDF and read all the details mentioned on it thoroughly. The direct notification PDF download link is provided here.

Download: CTET_2026_Notice_PDF

CTET Notification 2026 PDF Here - Download Here

Also Read: CTET Certificate & Marksheet 2026

CTET 2026 Exam Overview

Have a look at the CTET 2026 exam highlights in the table below.

Particular	Detail
Exam Name	Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)
Conducting Body	Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Mode of Exam	Offline - Pen and Paper Based
Exam Fees	INR 1,000 for the General/ OBC INR 500 for SC/ ST/ PwD
Exam Time	Shift 1 - 09:30 am to 12:00 noon Shift 2 - 02:00 pm to 04:30 pm
Number of Papers and Total Marks	Paper-1: 150 marks Paper-2: 150 marks
Total Questions	150 MCQs in each paper
Marking Scheme	+1 for each correct answer No negative marking
Exam Purpose	To determine whether the candidates are eligible to apply for Classes 1 to 8 teacher recruitment
website	https://ctet.nic.in
Helpline No.	011-22240112

Also Read: Last 5 Years CTET Solved Question Papers with Answers

CTET 2026 Exam Date

The CTET exam will be held on February 7& 8, 2026. The CTET exam dates and schedule regarding the CTET application form submission and exam date were announced in the notification. The complete exam schedule is shared below.

Exam Name	Exam Dates
CTET Short Notice	24-Oct-2026
CTET Notification 2026	27-Nov-2025
CTET Form Date 2026	27-Nov-2025 to 18-Dec-2025
CTET Exam Date 2026	07-Feb-2026 & 08-Feb-2026

Also Read: CTET Selection Process 2026

CTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the CTET-NCTE prescribed eligibility criteria to appear for the exam. The CTET eligibility in terms of education qualification and age limit is shared below-

CTET Eligibility 2026: Paper 1

Candidates need to fulfil any one of the given criteria for CTET Paper 1.

Senior Secondary or its equivalent exam with a minimum of 50 per cent marks and cleared or appearing in final year exam of Diploma in Elementary Education (2 years duration) OR Bachelor of Elementary Education (4 years duration) OR Diploma in Education (2 years duration). OR
Senior Secondary or its equivalent exam, securing a minimum of 45 per cent marks and cleared or appearing in the final year exam of Diploma in Elementary Education (2 years duration). OR
Bachelor’s degree with a BEd.

CTET Eligibility 2026: Paper 2

Candidates need to fulfil any one of the given eligibility for CTET Paper 2.

Graduation and has passed or is appearing in the final year examination of Diploma in Elementary Education (2 years duration) OR
Graduation with 50 per cent marks with BEd. OR
Graduation with 40 per cent marks and has cleared or appearing in the final year exam of BEd, according to NCTE regulations. OR
Senior Secondary or its equivalent test with a minimum of 50 per cent marks and has cleared or appearing in final year exam of 4 years duration Bachelor of Elementary Education/ B.A.Ed/ B.Sc.Ed or B.A/ B.Sc.Ed.

Also Read: CTET Qualifying Marks 2026

CTET 2026 Registration Fee

The registration fee is shared below.

Category	Fee for One Paper (in INR)	Fee for Two Papers (in INR)
General/OBC	1,000	1,200
SC/ST/Differently Abled Person	500	600

Also Read: CTET Mock Test

CTET 2026 Exam Pattern

The CBSE prescribes the pattern and structure of the question paper. CTET exam pattern differs for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Have a look at the CTET paper pattern below.

Particulars	CTET Paper 1 Highlights	CTET Paper 2 Highlights
Exam mode	Online
Number of subjects/sections	5	4
Names of subjects	Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I Language-II Mathematics Environmental Studies	Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I Language-II Mathematics and Science or Social Studies/Social Science
Duration of exam	2 hours 30 minutes
Total questions	150
Type of questions	Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
Total marks	150
Marking scheme	+1 for a correct answer, 0 for incorrect answer
Language of CTET question papers	English and Hindi (candidates can write the paper in either of the languages)

Also Read: CTET Answer Key

CTET 2026 Syllabus

Candidates planning to appear for the exam should go through the complete syllabus and study each topic in detail. Candidates can find the latest syllabus for Paper 1 and Paper 2 here - CTET syllabus. Have a look at the basic topics of CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2 below.