The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the CTET Result 2026 online soon for candidates who appeared in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test held on 08 February 2026 (with a re-exam on 01 March 2026); this article summarizes the expected release window, key dates, how to check the result on the official portal, qualifying marks, and steps to follow after the result is declared.
CTET 2026 result overview
Key details about the CTET 2026 exam and result process are listed below for quick reference.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 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 date
Based on CBSE’s previous timelines, the CTET result is generally published 10–12 days after the objection window closes.
The objection window for CTET 2026 closed on 15 March 2026, and the result is expected between 25 March and 30 March 2026. Candidates should regularly check the official website for the confirmed release.
How to check CTET Result 2026
Once CBSE publishes the result online, candidates can access it through the official CTET portal.
Follow these steps on the official website to view and download the result:
- Visit the official CTET website: ctet.nic.in.
- Click the link labeled “CTET 2026 Result” when it appears on the homepage.
- Enter the required credentials such as Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Select the paper (Paper 1 or Paper 2) as applicable.
- Click Submit to view the result.
- Download and save the result for future reference.
Qualifying marks and certificate validity
The qualifying marks and certificate details for CTET 2026 are provided below.
| Category | Minimum Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 | 60% |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwD | 82 out of 150 | 55% |
Qualified candidates will receive a CTET Eligibility Certificate. As per the latest rules cited in the exam information, the CTET certificate has lifetime validity.
What to do after the CTET result is declared
Candidates who qualify CTET should follow these steps after downloading the result and certificate.
- Save and print the CTET Eligibility Certificate for future use.
- Use the certificate to apply for teaching positions in central government institutions such as Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS) and other central government schools.
- Check all details on the downloaded result carefully and retain login credentials and roll number for verification processes.
Important points and reminders
Before and after the result release, candidates should note the following points.
- The CTET result will be released online only; no hard copy of the result or certificate will be sent by post.
- Keep your roll number and login details ready to access the result quickly when it is published.
- The CTET Answer Key 2026 was released on 12 March 2026 and the objection window closed on 15 March 2026.
- Regularly monitor the official CTET website at ctet.nic.in for official notifications and the result link.
