The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the CTET 2026 on February 7 and 8, 2026 in 1,803 exam centres across India. Over 25.3 lakh candidates registered with 25 lakh appearing for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Results are expected at ctet.nic.in based on past trends (2-3 weeks after objection window closes).
Important Dates
| CTET Exam Date | February 7 and 8, 2026 |
| Exam Centres | 1,803 centres across India |
| Total Registered Candidates | 25.3 Lakh+ |
| Total Appeared | ~25 Lakh |
| Result Expected | Releasing Soon at ctet.nic.in |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
CTET 2026 Exam Details
| Paper 1 | For Class I to V teachers (Primary Level) |
| Paper 2 | For Class VI to VIII teachers (Upper Primary Level) |
| Total Questions per Paper | 150 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Maximum Marks | 150 marks |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark (No negative marking) |
| Qualifying Marks – General | 90 out of 150 (60%) |
| Qualifying Marks – Reserved | 82.5 out of 150 (55%) |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime (as per revised NCTE norms) |
How to Download CTET Result 2026
1. Visit the official CTET website: ctet.nic.in.
2. Click on the link 'CTET Result 2026' on the homepage.
3. Enter your Application Number and Password on the login page.
4. Click Submit to view your CTET Result and Score.
5. Download and save the Result / Scorecard PDF for future use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will CTET 2026 result be declared?
A: The result is expected soon at ctet.nic.in. CBSE typically releases results 6-8 weeks after the exam.
Q: Is there negative marking in CTET?
A: No, there is no negative marking in CTET. Candidates get +1 for correct and 0 for incorrect/unattempted questions.
Q: What is the validity of CTET certificate?
A: The CTET certificate is valid for a lifetime as per the revised NCTE norms.
