wThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to release the CTET 2026 results imminently, following the closure of the provisional answer key objection window on March 15, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can access their scorecards on the official website, ctet.nic.in, using their roll number and date of birth.
Overview of CTET 2026 Exam
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026, in two shifts across 140 cities and 1,803 exam centers nationwide. This national-level exam qualifies candidates for teaching positions in central government schools, such as Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas, as well as other CBSE-affiliated institutions.
A re-examination for Paper-2 was held on March 1, 2026, at two centers in Bihar—Vaishali (Hajipur) at St. John Academy (center code 125016) and Lakshya International Academy (center code 125014)—due to unavoidable circumstances announced by CBSE.
The provisional answer key was released on March 12, 2026, with objections accepted until March 15, 2026 (11:59 PM). Over 25 lakh candidates participated, and they are now awaiting the final results.
Important note: Passing CTET qualifies candidates for recruitment processes but does not guarantee a teaching job.
Expected Release Timeline for CTET 2026 Results
CBSE has not announced an official date, but multiple sources predict the results in the 4th week of March 2026 or early April 2026, based on historical trends where results follow 1-2 weeks after the objection window closes.
Here’s a summary of key dates from reliable updates:
| Event | Date/Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Dates | February 7-8, 2026 (Re-exam: March 1) |
| Provisional Answer Key | March 12, 2026 |
| Objection Window | March 12-15, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | 4th week of March 2026 |
| Result & Scorecard Release | 4th week of March / Early April 2026 |
| Certificate Release (via DigiLocker) | April 2026 |
Sources indicate slight variations: most expect late March, while some point to early April.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Check Your CTET 2026 Result and Scorecard
Once released, follow these simple steps to download your scorecard:
- Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the “CTET Result 2026” or “Scorecard” link on the homepage.
- Enter your roll number and date of birth.
- Click “Submit”.
- Your scorecard will display on the screen, showing your name, marks obtained, and passing status.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Scorecards will be available in the candidates’ login portal. Qualifying candidates can access digital marksheets and lifetime-valid certificates via DigiLocker using login details sent to their registered mobile number.
Passing Criteria and Scorecard Details
- General category: Minimum 90 marks out of 150 (60%) to pass.
- Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled): 82.5 marks (55%).
The scorecard includes:
- Candidate’s name and details.
- Section-wise and total marks.
- Passing/qualifying status.
CTET certificates are now valid for life, eliminating the need for re-examination.