Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official answer key for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 examination. Candidates who appeared in the CTET February 2026 exam can now download the answer key from the official website and evaluate their performance.
The CTET exam is conducted by CBSE to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in primary and upper primary schools across India. Candidates who qualify the CTET examination become eligible to apply for teaching jobs in central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya and other institutions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | 18 December 2025 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 18 December 2025 |
| CTET Exam Date | 07 – 08 February 2026 |
| Exam City Available | 23 January 2026 |
| Re Exam Date | 01 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Available | 12 March 2026 |
| Result Declared | Notified Soon |
Application Fee
| Exam Type | General / OBC / EWS | SC / ST / PH |
|---|---|---|
| Single Paper | ₹1000 | ₹500 |
| Both Papers | ₹1200 | ₹600 |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / E-Challan | |
CTET Eligibility – Primary Level (Class I to V)
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 2 year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 2 year Diploma in Elementary Education according to NCTE regulations.
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 4 year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in Diploma in Education (Special Education).
CTET Exam Pattern
| Paper | Level | Total Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Primary Level (Class 1 to 5) | 150 |
| Paper II | Upper Primary Level (Class 6 to 8) | 150 |
How to Download CTET February 2026 Answer Key
- Visit the official CTET website.
- Open the CTET February 2026 section.
- Click on the Answer Key download link.
- Login using your registration number and password.
- Download the answer key and check your responses.
Important Links
| Service | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
About CTET Exam
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is a national level examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education. The purpose of this exam is to ensure that candidates who want to become teachers in primary and upper primary schools meet the minimum teaching standards required for quality education.
Qualifying the CTET exam is mandatory for candidates who wish to apply for teaching jobs in central government schools and many state government schools. The certificate issued after qualifying the CTET exam is valid for lifetime.