CTET February Paper 1, 2 Answer Key 2026 PDF Link Expected Soon at official website ctet.nic.in
The CTET Answer Key 2026 is expected to be released soon on the official website at ctet.nic.in for the February session.The 21st Edition exam was conducted on February 7 and 8. Scroll down for the latest live updates about the CTET Answer Key 2026 including the download link, method to check and more.
CTET February 2026 Answer Key LIVE: The authority is expected to soon publish the CTET Answer Key 2026 on the official portal at ctet.nic.in. Along with the provisional answer key, the objection key link will also be updated here as well. The 21st Edition of the CTET exam was conducted on February 7 and 8 at various centres across the country. Candidates will be able to download the answer key for Paper 1 and 2 by using the roll number and date of birth.
The answer key challenges will be analyzed by the subject matter experts and after that the result will be released. After reviewing all the objections, the final answer key will be declared. Candidates can check below the latest live updates about the CTET Answer Key 2026 including the download link, steps to check, objection key link and more.
How to Check CTET Answer Key 2026?
- Visit at ctet.nic.in.
- Go to the answer key link.
- Enter the login details.
- Download the answer key PDF.
Direct link to download the CTET Answer Key 2026: to be updated here
How to Raise Objections Against CTET Answer Key 2026?
- Visit at ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the answer key link.
- Enter roll number and date of birth.
- Click on the link available for submitting challenges
- Select the question to be challenged.
- Go to the ‘Click to Enter Your Answer’ link.
- Select the correct answer option.
- Click on the ‘Update’ link
- Finalise the challenge.
- Pay the INR 1,000 per CTET answer key objection fee.
- Submit and save the confirmation page.
Stay tuned for the latest live updates about the CTET 2026 February session Answer Key and more!
LIVE UPDATE
CTET February Answer Key Live Updates
- 3:12 PM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET 2026 Answer Key Soon: LIVE
The CBSE is expected to soon release the CTET Answer Key on the official website at ctet.nic.in. Our new live blog has been shifted. Click below for the latest information about the CTET Answer Key 2026.
- 1:45 PM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET 2026 Live: Questions Asked in Paper 2
The questions asked in CTET 2026 Paper 2 were based on topics prescribed in the NCERT syllabus for Classes 6 to 8. However, the difficulty level of CTET question paper 2 was Moderate and some felt Moderate to Difficult.
- 1:21 PM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET Exam Analysis Feb 7, 2026 (Paper 2): Overall Difficulty Level
CTET Subjects
Difficulty Level
Good Attempts
Child Development and Pedagogy
Easy to Moderate
22-26
Language-I (English)
Easy
23-27
Language II (Hindi)
Easy
23-27
Mathematics
Moderate
18-22
Science Easy to Moderate
17-21
Social Science Moderate
15-19
Total
Easy to Moderate
115-130
- 12:58 PM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Paper 1 All Sets
The CTET Paper 1 answer key 2026 will be shared here for all the sets of question papers. The CBSE prepares CTET question paper 2026 of Paper 1 for all sets.
- 12:26 PM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET Official Answer Key 2026 Soon: LIVE
The CTET official answer key 2026 will be released by the CBSE soon at anytime. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- Visit ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the provisional answer key link.
- Login using the application number and date of birth.
- Download the PDF.
- 12:05 PM IST• 23 Feb 2026
What are the CTET Qualifying Marks 2026 for SC and ST?
The CTET qualifying marks for the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) categories is 55 per cent. The SSC & ST categories candidates need to obtain 82 out of the total 150 marks.
- 11:39 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET 2026 Live Updates: Questions Asked in Paper 2
The questions asked in CTET 2026 Paper 2 were based on topics prescribed in the NCERT syllabus for Classes 6 to 8. However, the difficulty level of CTET question paper 2 was Moderate and some felt Moderate to Difficult.
- 11:14 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
What are the CTET Passing Marks 2026 for OBC?
The CTET passing marks for the OBC category is 55 per cent. OBC candidates need to obtain 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify the exam. An 81-mark scorer OBC candidate will fail to clear the exam.
- 10:46 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
What is the marking scheme of CTET 2026 exam?
The marking scheme of the CTET 2026 exam is mentioned below:
- +1 for correct answer
- 0 for incorrect answer
- There is no negative marking
- 10:25 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
What is the CTET Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2026?
The CTET exam pattern 2026 for Paper 2 is as follows:
CTET Subjects
Number of Questions
Total Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy (compulsory)
30
30
Language-I (compulsory)
30
30
Language-II (compulsory)
30
30
Mathematics and Science (for Mathematics and Science teacher)
OR
Social Studies/ Social Science (for Social Studies/Social Science teacher)
OR
Any one of the above (iv)/(v) - for teacher of any other subject
60
60
Total
150
150
- 10:04 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
What is the CTET Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2026?
The CTET exam pattern 2026 for Paper 1 is as follows:
Subjects
Number of Questions
Total Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy
30
30
Language-I
30
30
Language-II
30
30
Mathematics
30
30
Environmental Studies
30
30
Total
150
150
- 9:30 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Live Updates: Two Phases
The CTET answer key is released in two phases- Provisional and Final. The CTET provisional answer key is released soon after the conduct of the exam to invite objections from candidates. The CTET final answer key is released after the analysis of objections.
- 9:02 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET OMR Sheet 2026, Calculation Sheet
The scanned copy of the CTET OMR sheet 2026 will be released by the CBSE along with the provisional answer key. However, the CTET calculation sheet 2026 will be released after the declaration of results. Candidates who want to get their CTET calculation sheet along with the OMR sheet need to apply by paying a fee of INR 500.
- 8:39 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
Calculate CTET Score through Answer Key 2026: Live
Candidates can calculate their scores using the CTET answer key 2026 based on the given marking scheme:
Type of Questions in CTET
Correct Answer in CTET
Incorrect Answer in CTET
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
+1
0
- 8:18 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
What are the details mentioned on the CTET Answer Key 2026?
CTET answer key 2026 contains the following details:
- Exam name
- Exam date
- Paper name
- Set name
- Question numbers
- Correct answer option for all questions
- 7:53 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
How I will check my CTET Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can find their CTET answer key 2026 by following the given methods as mentioned below:- Visit at ctet.nic.in.
- Go to the answer key link.
- Enter the login details.
- Download the CTET answer key 2026 PDF.
- 7:33 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
Is 120 a good score in CTET exam?
Yes, obtaining 120 marks is considered a good score in CTET 2026 exam. The CTET passing marks for General category candidates are 90 and for SC/ ST/ OBC are 82. Candidates who obtain more than 100 marks in the CTET exam are considered good scorers.
- 7:11 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CTET 2026 Answer Key Live: Good Percentage in CTET
Candidates who score 60 per cent and above marks in the CTET 2026 exam is considered as a good scorer. 60 per cent marks in CTET exam is 90 marks out of the total 150.
- 6:47 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
CBSE CTET 2026 Answer Key Live Updates: How to download it?
Candidates can check below the methods to download the CTET Answer Key 2026:
- Visit at ctet.nic.in.
- Go to the answer key link.
- Enter the login details.
- Download the answer key PDF.
- 6:27 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
Where will the CTET Provisional Answer Key 2026 be released?
The CTET Provisional Answer Key 2026 will be released soon on the official website at ctet.nic.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 6:05 AM IST• 23 Feb 2026
Where and when the CTET Answer Key 2026 be released?
The CTET Answer Key 2026 will be released soon on the official website at ctet.nic.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 11:57 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Soon
The official CTET answer key 2026 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 will be shared here soon. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 11:34 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
How to download CTET Question Papers PDF 2026?
Candidates will be able to download the CTET question paper 1 and 2 as shared here-
- Visit ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the ‘Archive’ link.
- Click on the ‘Question Paper February 2026’ link.
- Select the paper and sets.
- Download the question paper PDF
- 11:01 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET OBC Passing Marks 2026
The CTET passing marks for the OBC category is 55 per cent. OBC candidates need to obtain 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify the exam.
- 10:29 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Qualifying Marks for Female: LIVE
The CTET qualifying marks for females are the same for males. General category candidates need to obtain 90 out of 150 marks and SC/ ST/ OBC need to obtain 82 out of 150 marks.
- 10:02 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
How to Download CTET Answer Key 2026?
- Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in.
- Go to the answer key link.
- Enter the login details.
- Download the CTET answer key 2026 PDF.
- 9:31 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 1
Subjects
Number of Questions
Total Marks
Child Development and Pedagogy
30
30
Language-I
30
30
Language-II
30
30
Mathematics
30
30
Environmental Studies
30
30
Total
150
150
- 9:01 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Answer Key of CTET February 2026 Expected Soon
The CTET 2026 Answer Key is expected Soon. The provisional answer key will be released along with the objection link. The deadline for the answer key objection will also be mentioned in the official notice when released. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 8:36 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Passing Marks 2026 for OBC
The CTET passing marks for the OBC category is 55 per cent. OBC candidates need to obtain 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify the exam. An 81-mark scorer OBC candidate will fail to clear the exam.
- 4:06 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Raise Objections Against CTET Answer Key 2026
Candidates can challenge the CTET answer key 2026 by following the steps mentioned below:
- Visit at ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the answer key link.
- Enter roll number and date of birth.
- Click on the link available for submitting challenges
- Select the question to be challenged.
- Go to the ‘Click to Enter Your Answer’ link.
- Select the correct answer option.
- Click on the ‘Update’ link
- Finalise the challenge.
- Pay the INR 1,000 per CTET answer key objection fee.
- Submit and save the confirmation page.
- 3:41 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
When will CTET Result 2026 be Released?
The CTET result 2026 is expected to be released in March 2026 or April first week. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 3:24 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Official Answer Key 2026 Expected Soon: LIVE
The CTET official answer key 2026 is expected to be out soon on the official website at ctet.nic.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates.
- 3:05 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Calculate CTET Score through Answer Key
Candidates can calculate their scores using the CTET answer key 2026 based on the given marking scheme:
Type of Questions in CTET
Correct Answer in CTET
Incorrect Answer in CTET
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
+1
0
- 2:37 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Details Given on CTET Answer Key 2026
CTET answer key 2026 contains the following details:
- Exam name
- Exam date
- Paper name
- Set name
- Question numbers
- Correct answer option for all questions
- 2:18 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Is 120 a good score in CTET?
Yes, obtaining 120 marks is considered a good score in CTET 2026 exam. The CTET passing marks for General category candidates are 90 and for SC/ ST/ OBC are 82. Candidates who obtain more than 100 marks in the CTET exam are considered good scorers.
- 2:02 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Live Updates: Where it will be released?
The CTET Answer Key 2026 will be released soon on the official website at ctet.nic.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 2:00 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
What is a Good Percentage in CTET?
Candidates who score 60 per cent and above marks in the CTET 2026 exam is considered as a good scorer. 60 per cent marks in CTET exam is 90 marks out of the total 150.
- 1:38 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Paper 2 PDF Download
The CTET answer key 2026 Paper 2 PDF download file will be shared here. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 1:15 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Cut Off 2026
The CTET cut-off is referred to as the minimum qualifying marks. Have a look at the minimum CTET qualifying marks 2026 below.
Category
Minimum Qualiying Marks (Out of 150)
Minimum Qualiying Percentage (in %)
General
90
60
SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD
82
55
- 12:52 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
How to Download CTET Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can download the official CTET answer key 2026 by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in.
- Go to the answer key link.
- Enter the login details.
- Download the CTET answer key 2026 PDF.
- 12:36 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Paper 1 Soon
The CTET Paper 1 answer key 2026 will be shared here for all the sets of question papers. The CBSE prepares CTET question paper 2026 of Paper 1 for all sets.
- 12:19 PM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Release Date: LIVE
The CBSE has not declared the release date of the answer key. But is expected to issue the CTET answer key 2026 soon on the official portal. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 11:58 AM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Where will the CTET Answer key 2026 be announced?
The CTET 2026 Answer key for the 21st edition exam is expected to be released soon on the official website at ctet.nic.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 11:38 AM IST• 22 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key Objection 2026 Link Soon
The CTET provisional answer key 2026 will be released along with the online objection link. To challenge the provisional answer keys, candidates need to log in and raise objections. To submit CTET answer key objection, candidates need to pay the fee of INR 1000 per challenge.
- 11:23 AM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Answer Key of CTET February 2026 Expected Soon: LIVE
The answer key of CTET February 2026 is expected to be soon released at ctet.nic.in. Candidates keep visiting the official website and here also we are providing the latest updates!
- 11:17 AM IST• 22 Feb 2026
What was the last date for CTET 2026 correction?
The CBSE activated the application correction link on December 23 on the official portal. The last date to make correction if required was December 26.
- 11:08 AM IST• 22 Feb 2026
Is the CTET 2026 answer key released?
No, the CTET answer key 2026 for the February session has not been released yet. It is expected soon. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 10:33 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET Exam Pattern 2026 for Paper 2
Subjects
Number of Questions
Total Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy
30
30
Language-I
30
30
Language-II
30
30
Mathematics and Science OR
Social Studies/ Social Science
(Any one of the above for other subject teachers)
60
60
Total
150
150
- 9:48 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
Topics Asked in Child Development & Pedagogy (Paper 2) Shift 1 (Feb 7)
- Scanning and Skimming
- Writing process stages
- Reading as meaning-making versus letter-sound decoding
- Shared reading and guided reading practices
- Dictation as language learning activity
- Language learning principles
- Language development in children (12 - 18 months, early sounds and speech)
- Listening skill assessment methods
- Performance-based assessment
- Testing versus assessment, etc.
- 7:07 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Paper 1 All Sets
The CTET Paper 1 answer key 2026 will be shared here for all the sets of question papers. The CBSE prepares CTET question paper 2026 of Paper 1 for all sets.
- 6:49 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
When Will CTET Answer Key Be Released?
The CTET answer key 2026 is expected to be released Soon at anytime. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 6:26 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
Answer Key of CTET February 2026 Expected Soon
The CTET 2026 Answer Key is expected Soon. The provisional answer key will be released along with the objection link. The deadline for the answer key objection will also be mentioned in the official notice when released. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 6:08 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
How to Challenge CTET Answer Key 2026 for February Session?
- Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the answer key link.
- Enter roll number and date of birth.
- Click on the link available for submitting challenges
- Select the question to be challenged.
- Go to the ‘Click to Enter Your Answer’ link.
- Select the correct answer option.
- Click on the ‘Update’ link
- Finalise the challenge.
- Pay the INR 1,000 per CTET answer key objection fee.
- Submit and save the confirmation page.
- 5:49 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key Objection 2026 Link Soon: LIVE
The CTET provisional answer key 2026 will be released along with the online objection link. To challenge the provisional answer keys, candidates need to log in and raise objections. To submit CTET answer key objection, candidates need to pay the fee of INR 1000 per challenge.
- 5:34 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET Answer key February 7 2026 Paper 1 Soon
The CTET answer key of February 7 Paper 1 will soon be released by the CBSE. It will be announced at ctet.nic.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 5:14 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Soon
The official CTET answer key 2026 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 will be shared here soon. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 5:02 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
How to download CTET Question Papers PDF 2026?
Candidates will be able to download the CTET question paper 1 and 2 as shared here-
- Visit ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the ‘Archive’ link.
- Click on the ‘Question Paper February 2026’ link.
- Select the paper and sets.
- Download the question paper PDF
- 4:38 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET OBC Passing Marks 2026
The CTET passing marks for the OBC category is 55 per cent. OBC candidates need to obtain 82 marks out of the total 150 marks to qualify the exam.
- 4:28 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET Qualifying Marks for Female: LIVE
The CTET qualifying marks for females are the same for males. General category candidates need to obtain 90 out of 150 marks and SC/ ST/ OBC need to obtain 82 out of 150 marks.
- 4:06 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key 2026 Live Updates: Past Trends
Candidates can check below the past trends of three sessions namely January 2024, July 2024 and December 2024.
Session Date of CTET Exam CTET Provisional Answer Key Release Date CTET Answer Key released Days after exam January 2024 21-Jan-2024 7-Feb-2024 17 Days July 2024 7-July 2024 24-July 2024 17 Days December 2024 14-Dec-2024 and 15-Dec-2024 1-Jan-2025 17-18 Days February 2026 7-Feb-2026 and 8-Feb-2026 Expected Soon As per trend Soon - 3:45 PM IST• 21 Feb 2026
Is the CTET 2026 Answer Key Out?
No, the CBSE has not yet released the CTET answer key 2026. It is expected to be out soon. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 11:54 PM IST• 20 Feb 2026
What are the CTET Qualifying Marks for Female Candidates?
The CTET qualifying marks for females are the same for males. General category candidates need to obtain 90 out of 150 marks and SC/ ST/ OBC need to obtain 82 out of 150 marks.
- 11:24 PM IST• 20 Feb 2026
CTET Official Answer Key 2026 Soon: LIVE
The CTET official answer key 2026 will be released by the CBSE soon at anytime. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 11:09 PM IST• 20 Feb 2026
When Will CTET Answer Key 2026 be Released?
The CTET answer key 2026 will be released soon at anytime on the official website at ctet.nic.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!
- 10:53 PM IST• 20 Feb 2026
Topics Asked in Child Development & Pedagogy (Paper 2) Shift 1 (Feb 7)
- Scanning and Skimming
- Writing process stages
- Reading as meaning-making versus letter-sound decoding
- Shared reading and guided reading practices
- Dictation as language learning activity
- Language learning principles
- Language development in children (12 - 18 months, early sounds and speech)
- Listening skill assessment methods
- Performance-based assessment
- Testing versus assessment, etc.
- 10:21 PM IST• 20 Feb 2026
CTET Answer Key Objection 2026 Link
The CTET provisional answer key 2026 will be released along with the online objection link. To challenge the provisional answer keys, candidates need to log in and raise objections. To submit CTET answer key objection, candidates need to pay the fee of INR 1000 per challenge.
- 9:50 PM IST• 20 Feb 2026
How Can I Download CTET Answer Key 2026?
You can download the official CTET answer key 2026 by following methods as mentioned below:
- Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in.
- Go to the answer key link.
- Enter the login details.
- Download the CTET answer key 2026 PDF.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, the CBSE released the CTET answer key for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 on March 12. The provisional answer key is released on the registered accounts of candidates containing the question paper attempted by a candidate along with the correct answer.
Candidates can use the provisional CTET answer key to predict the number of questions marked correctly. However, the CTET final answer key will be released as a PDF for all Sets of question paper for Paper 1 and 2.
Candidates can check the method to download the answer key PDF as mentioned below:
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