The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to publish the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 result online soon at the official portal. The exam was held on February 8, 2026, with a re-exam on March 1, and the result timeline follows the closure of the objection window on March 15, 2026.
Expected result release timeline
The board typically releases CTET results about 10–12 days after the objection window closes. With objections closing on March 15, 2026, the result is anticipated between March 25 and March 30, 2026. Candidates should monitor the official website for official confirmation.
CTET 2026 — key exam details
The CTET determines eligibility for teaching positions in central government schools. The February 2026 session included two papers: Paper 1 for Classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 for Classes 6 to 8. The answer key for the exam was released on March 12, 2026, and the objection window closed on March 15, 2026.
How to check the result
Candidates can download and view their results from the official CTET portal by following the steps below.
- Visit the official website: https://ctet.nic.in
- Click on the link labeled “CTET 2026 Result”.
- Enter the required details such as roll number and date of birth or other credentials.
- Select the paper (Paper 1 or Paper 2) and submit.
- View the result on screen and download it for future reference.
Qualifying marks
The minimum marks required to qualify CTET 2026 vary by category. The table below presents the qualifying thresholds.
| Category | Minimum Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 | 60% |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 82 out of 150 | 55% |
What happens after the result
Qualified candidates will be issued a CTET Eligibility Certificate, which, as per the latest rules, is valid for a lifetime. Successful candidates become eligible to apply for teaching vacancies in central government schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS) and other central schools.
Important points for candidates
Before and after downloading the result, candidates should note the following practical details.
- The result will be available only online on the official portal; no hard copies will be sent.
- Keep your roll number and login credentials ready to access the result.
- Check all details on the downloaded result carefully and save a copy for future use.
