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CTET Answer Key 2026 LIVE: CBSE to Release Paper 1 & Paper 2 Response Sheet Soon at ctet.nic.in

Manish Kumar
Feb 24, 2026, 23:15 IST

CTET Answer Key 2026 will be released shortly for the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test on the official website- ctet.nic.in. The candidates can download scorecard PDF using login credentials including - application number, date of birth to the link. You can access the CTET Answer Key 2026 download link here once it is released at the official website. Get all the latest updates here.

Get all details about CTET February Answer Key 2026 here
Get all details about CTET February Answer Key 2026 here

HIGHLIGHTS

  • CTET Answer Key February 2026: According to the previous trends, the answer key for Paper I and Paper II will be available soon on the official website.
  • CTET Answer Key 2026 LIVE; CTET February 2026 Answer Key is likely to be released shortly for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test for Paper I (Classes I–V) and Paper II (Classes VI–VIII).
  • CTET Answer Key 2026: Once released, candidates will be able to download the CTET 2026 answer keys on the official websites — ctet.nic.in and cbse.nic.in.

CTET Answer Key 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is all set to release the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) December Answer Key 2026 shortly. Once released, the candidates can check and download CTET answer key 2026 for the Paper I (Classes I–V) and Paper II (Classes VI–VIII) on the official website- ctet.nic.in.

CBSE had conducted the 21st edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test in multiple shifts for Paper I (Classes I–V) and Paper II (Classes VI–VIII) on February 7 and 8, 2026 across the country.

With the help of the CTET Provisional Answer key, candidates will be able to understand their performance even before the issuance of the final answer key and result and even option to raise objections, if any.

Direct Link to Download CTET 2026 Answer Key

Once released, candidates can download the CTET Answer Key 2026 for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) through the official website ctet.nic.in. You will have to use your login credentials to the link at the official website including registration id and password. You can download your answer key, along with response sheets directly through the link given below-

CTET Answer Key 2026 Download Link (Active Soon)

CTET Answer Key 2026 Release Date

As per earlier trends, the Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to release the CTET 2026 provisional answer key today i.e. on February 24, 2026.  The provisional answer key will be released in the form of PDF on the official portal at ctet.nic.in. Candidates who appeared in the CTET 2026 21st edition exam held  on February 7 and 8, 2026 can download the answer key with a process to raise objections once it is uploaded.

How to Download CTET answer key 2026?

Candidates can download the CTET February 2026 Answer key after following the steps given below-

  • Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in
  • Click on CTET answer key PDF download  link on the home page.
  • Now provide the login credentials- application number, date of birth to the link.
  • You will get the required answer key in a new window. 
  • Download the answer key and save the same for future reference. 

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  • Feb 24, 2026, 23:15 IST

    CTET Answer Key 2026 PDF: Know the Importance of the Answer Key?

    Once released, you can download the CTET Answer Key 2026 PDF and compare your questions and answers with the original one and assess your performance in the exam to estimate your results.


  • Feb 24, 2026, 21:45 IST

    ctet.nic.inCTET Answer Key 2026 Paper 2 Know about the CTET Result 2026

    Along with the provisional answer key, the CBSE will release the raised objection link. All the objections or challenges  will be analyzed by the subject matter experts and after that the result will be declared. 


  • Feb 24, 2026, 19:18 IST

    CTET 2026 Answer Key: Details Given on CTET Answer Key 2026

    Once you download the answer key, you are advised to check all the particulars available on the answer key and raise the same to the authority in case of any discrepancies. Below are the details mentioned on the 

    • CTET answer key 2026 
    • Exam name
    • Exam date
    • Paper name
    • Set name
    • Question numbers
    • Correct answer option for all questions

  • Feb 24, 2026, 17:05 IST

    CTET answer key 2026: Know the Factors Affecting CTET Passing Marks

    There are so many factors which are responsible for the passing marks in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test. However its varies year to year and you can give a look the factors affecting the passing marks-

    • Number of Candidates Applied: Number of applied candidates always plays a crucial role in determining the passing marks. 
    • Changed Exam Pattern: Changed exam pattern also plays a crucial role specially in distribution of marks. 

  • Feb 24, 2026, 15:50 IST

    CTET answer key 2026: Is the CTET 2026 answer key released?

    No, as of now the CTET 2026 answer key has not been released yet, it is expected that it will be released any time soon on the official website. Once released, candidates will be able to download the CTET answer key after using their login credentials to the link at the official website- ctet.nic.in


  • Feb 24, 2026, 14:58 IST

    CTET Answer Key 2026 : Is expected to delay the release of the answer key ?

    As per reports, it has been said that due to the re-examination, including the re-exam might have caused some delay in the release of the answer key. However, these speculations will come to an end once the official announcement is released by the concerned authorities.

  • Feb 24, 2026, 14:27 IST

    CTET Answer Key 2026 :What’s About The CTET Result Date 2026?

    The CBSE will evaluate and review  all the objections raised by the candidates against the provisional answer key by the experts panel. After successfully reviewing the objections, the CBSE will release the CTET Result Date 2026 with the final answer key. The candidates can check CTET results on the official portal- ctet.nic.in after using their login credentials. 


  • Feb 24, 2026, 14:25 IST

    ctet.nic.in CTET Answer Key 2026: What’s about the Raise Objections Process?

    As per the earlier process for the  Central Teacher Eligibility Test, CBSE usually releases the provisional answer key and response sheet with detailed process to raise objections, if any. Candidates can raise their objections, in online mode through the link released by the authority. 


  • Feb 24, 2026, 14:24 IST

    CTET Answer Key 2026: Know the CTET answer key release date 2026?

    As per earlier trends, the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) December Answer Key 2026 is expected to be released today i.e. on February 24. Candidates will have to use their login credentials to download the  for the CTET Answer Key 2026 at the official website- ctet.nic.in.


  • Feb 24, 2026, 14:22 IST

    CTET Answer Key 2026: Where to Download answer key when released?

    Once released, candidates need to visit the official website of Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) - ctet.nic.in. You will have to click on CTET answer key 2026 PDF link to download the answer key. 


How to raise objections on CTET answer key 2026?

Candidates can raise their objections after following the steps given below-

  • Visit the official website- ctet.nic.in
  • Click on CTET answer key objection window link on the home page.
  • Now provide the login credentials- application number, date of birth to the link.
  • Choose questions which you want to raise objections
  • Upload the answers, supporting document PDF in favour of your answers.
  • Now pay answer key objection window fee and click on submit
  • Save and take a hard copy out of it.

CTET 2026 Qualifying Marks

To qualify in the  CTET February 2026 exam, candidates will have to secure category wise equal to or more than the prescribed CTET cut-off . As per the notification. the General category candidates who obtain 60 per cent and reserved categories will have to obtain 55 per cent to qualify in the CTET. Below are the minimum CTET qualifying marks for different category-

CTET Paper 1 

To qualify, candidates must score:

  • 90 marks (General)
  • 82 marks (OBC/SC/ST/PwD)

CTET Paper 2 

  • 90 marks (General)
  • 82 marks (OBC/SC/ST/PwD)
Manish Kumar
Manish Kumar

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A Journalist and content professional with 15+ years of experience in Education and Career Development domain in digital and print media. He has previously worked with All India Radio (External Service Division), State Times and Newstrackindia.com. A Science Graduate (Hons in Physics) with PGJMC in Journalism and Mass Communication. At Jagranjosh, he used to create high-quality, engaging educational content for Education and Career sections including News/Notifications/Current Affairs/Preparation etc. He can be reached at manish.kumarcnt@jagrannewmedia.com.

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