The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release results for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test held in February 2026; this article summarises exam dates, answer key and objection timelines, qualifying marks, and step-by-step instructions to check results on the official portal.
Overview of key dates and status
The table below provides a concise summary of important dates and the current status related to the February 2026 examination cycle.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Re-Exam Date | 01 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 12 March 2026 |
| Objection Window Closed | 15 March 2026 |
| Result Status | To be released soon |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
Expected result release window
Based on recent trends and the closure of the objection window, the board is likely to publish results within a short interval following objections. Candidates should note the expected timeframe below.
CBSE is expected to announce the outcome between March 25 and March 30, 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official portal regularly for confirmation.
What the exam determines and employment implications
The examination determines eligibility for teaching positions in central government schools. Qualifying the test makes candidates eligible to apply for vacancies in several institutions and categories as outlined below.
- Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS)
- Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS)
- Other central government schools and applicable state-level recruitments
How to check the result on the official portal
Results will be available online only at the CBSE CTET portal. Follow the procedural steps below to access and download the scorecard.
- Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the link for the relevant CTET 2026 result.
- Enter required details such as roll number and date of birth or other credentials.
- Select the paper (Paper 1 or Paper 2) as applicable.
- Submit the information to view the result.
- Download and save the result for future reference.
Qualifying marks and category-wise cut-offs
The following table lists the minimum marks and equivalent percentage required to qualify in each category for this examination cycle.
| Category | Minimum Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 | 60% |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 82 out of 150 | 55% |
After the result is declared
Successful candidates will receive an eligibility certificate and can proceed to apply for teaching vacancies where CTET qualification is a requirement.
- Qualified candidates will receive a CTET Eligibility Certificate.
- Certificate validity is lifetime as per the latest rules.
- Candidates can apply for teaching positions in central and applicable state schools after qualification.
Important instructions for candidates
Candidates should follow these practical guidelines when the result is released to ensure smooth retrieval and future use of the document.
- The result will be released online only; no hard copy will be sent to candidates.
- Keep your roll number and login details ready before attempting to check the result.
- Carefully verify all details on the downloaded result and retain a copy for future recruitment or verification processes.
