CTET February 2026 Results Expected Soon: Key Details for Candidates

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is preparing to release the results for the CTET February 2026 examination, which took place on February 7 and 8. Candidates can check their results on the official CTET website. The provisional answer keys have already been published, and candidates had the opportunity to raise objections. Successful candidates will be eligible for teaching positions in various Central Government schools and can access their results digitally via DigiLocker. The CTET eligibility certificate will remain valid for life, with no limits on attempts to improve scores.

By Ambika Singh Mar 20, 2026, 15:22 IST

Awaiting CTET Results

Candidates who participated in the CTET examination for February are keenly anticipating the results. A significant update has surfaced regarding this matter. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which oversees the CTET exam, is set to announce the results for the February 2026 session shortly. These results will be accessible on the official CTET website, ctet.nic.in. The CTET for February 2026 took place on February 7 and 8, with a re-examination held at two locations in Bihar on March 1.

Provisional Answer Keys Released

On March 12, the CBSE published the provisional answer keys for CTET 2026, along with the scanned OMR answer sheets of the candidates. Candidates were allowed to raise objections against the answer keys until March 15. The CTET 2026 exam comprised two papers: Paper 1 for classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 for classes 6 to 8. The results are anticipated to be announced next week.

Utilization of CTET Scores

Where Can CTET Scores Be Utilized?

Successful candidates can apply for teaching roles in Central Government schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and Central Tibetan Schools, as well as schools managed by Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and Delhi-NCR. Additionally, CTET scores are also accepted by private educational institutions.

Digital Access to Results

Results Also Accessible via DigiLocker

The CBSE will provide CTET mark sheets and eligibility certificates in a digital format through DigiLocker. These documents will be digitally signed, ensuring their legal validity. Both the marksheet and eligibility certificate will include an encrypted QR code for verification via the DigiLocker mobile app. All candidates will have DigiLocker accounts created for them, and login details will be sent to the mobile numbers registered with the CBSE, allowing them to download their digital documents.

Lifetime Validity of CTET Certificate

CTET Certificate Remains Valid for a Lifetime

The CTET eligibility certificate will remain valid indefinitely for all categories. There are no limits on the number of attempts a candidate can make to secure a CTET certificate. Moreover, individuals who have previously passed the CTET can retake the exam to enhance their scores.