CTET 2026 Results and Answer Key Release Timeline

The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 has concluded, with over 25 lakh candidates participating. As anticipation builds for the provisional answer key and results, CBSE is expected to release the answer key between February 17th and 23rd, 2026. Candidates will have the opportunity to challenge answers within a specified window. The final results are projected to be announced by mid-March 2026, with successful candidates receiving their certificates digitally. Stay tuned for updates on ctet.nic.in.

By Ambika Singh Feb 10, 2026, 09:25 IST

CTET 2026 Exam Overview

CTET 2026 Result: The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) for February 2026, organized by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), has successfully concluded. More than 2.5 million candidates participated in the exam held on February 7th and 8th across 140 cities in India. With the examination now complete, candidates are eagerly anticipating updates regarding the provisional answer key, response sheets, and the final results on ctet.nic.in.

Expected Release of the CTET Answer Key

Typically, CBSE publishes the answer key within a fortnight following the CTET exam. Candidates can expect the provisional answer key to be available on ctet.nic.in between February 17th and 23rd, 2026. They will need their roll number and date of birth to download it. Additionally, scanned copies of the OMR sheets will also be made accessible.

Objection Process for CTET 2026

CBSE CTET Objection Window: Following the release of the provisional answer key, CBSE will activate the 'Challenge' or 'Objection' window, which typically remains open for 2 to 3 days. Candidates who wish to contest any answers can do so by paying a fee of Rs. 1,000 (tentative) per question. If the challenge is validated, the fee will be refunded, and the final answer key will be adjusted accordingly.

CTET 2026 Result Announcement

The results for the CTET 2026 exam will be announced after the review of any objections raised against the final answer key. Reports suggest that the results are expected to be released by mid-March 2026. Successful candidates will receive their mark sheets and eligibility certificates digitally through their DigiLocker accounts, which will remain valid for a lifetime. Updates can be monitored on the official website.

Additionally, the CTET exam will be re-administered at two centers in Vaishali, Bihar, with the re-examination likely to occur within the next 15 days.