CTET 2026 Exam: Provisional Answer Key Release and Result Timeline

CTET 2026 Exam Overview

The CTET 2026 examination took place on February 7 and 8, with a re-examination held on March 1 at two locations in Bihar. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to release the provisional answer key shortly, which candidates can access online.

To obtain the CTET Answer Key 2026, candidates should visit the official website, ctet.nic.in, and log in using their credentials.

Filing Objections

Process for Objections:

Once the answer key is published, candidates can review their responses against it. If discrepancies are found, they may submit objections online within the designated timeframe. A fee of ₹1,000 will be charged for each question contested.

Steps to Download the Provisional Answer Key

Follow these steps to download:

1. Navigate to the official website, ctet.nic.in.

2. Click on the link for the answer key found under Latest News on the homepage.

3. Enter your roll number and date of birth to log in.

4. The answer key will be displayed on your screen, allowing you to download it.

5. You can also submit any objections through your login.

Result Declaration Timeline

Expected Results:

Following the release of the answer key, a team of experts from CBSE will address any objections raised, leading to the finalization of the answer key. The results are anticipated to be announced by the end of this month. The passing criteria are set at 60% for General (UR) candidates and 55% for OBC/SC/ST/PWD categories.