If you appeared for the CTET February 2026 exam, today is the day you’ve been waiting for. The CTET 2026 Answer Key is expected to be released today on February 24 on the official website at ctet.nic.in. rnz Here’s your complete guide — from downloading the PDF to raising objections — all in one place.
CTET Answer Key 2026 — Quick Info
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducted By | CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) |
| Exam Date | February 7 & 8, 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | February 24, 2026 (Expected) |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Papers Covered | Paper 1 (Classes 1–5) & Paper 2 (Classes 6–8) |
| Total Questions | 150 per paper |
| Marking Scheme | +1 per correct answer, No negative marking |
| Objection Fee | ₹1,000 per question (refundable if valid) |
| Qualifying Marks (General) | 90/150 (60%) |
| Qualifying Marks (SC/ST/OBC) | 82/150 (55%) |
Why Is the Answer Key Slightly Delayed?
The CTET official answer key 2026 was expected to be released by the end of February — but the delay is due to a re-examination requirement at two centres in Vaishali (Hajipur): ST. John’s Academy, Basmati Nagar (125016) and Lakshya International Academy (125014), where the exam could not be conducted due to unavoidable circumstances. CBR CBSE has confirmed the re-exam will be held within 15 days, after which the evaluation process will proceed for all candidates simultaneously.
How to Download the CTET Exam Answer Key 2026 — Step by Step
Follow these steps to access your answer key and OMR sheet: visit ctet.nic.in, click on “View/Challenge Answer Key – CTET Feb 2026”, enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth as per your admit card, click Submit, and download the PDF showing your CTET 2026 Answer Key and scanned OMR response sheet. NamuWiki
Simple. Bookmark the page and check repeatedly throughout the day — it could go live anytime.
How to Challenge the CTET Answer Key
Found a wrong answer? Don’t ignore it. Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key can submit objections with valid academic proof — including scanned copies of NCERT textbooks or standard reference books — by paying ₹1,000 per question through online payment only, which is refundable if the challenge is found to be valid by the subject experts reviewing the objection. Change.org
The objection window stays open for only 2–3 days after release, so act fast.
CTET 2026 Exam Analysis — How Was the Paper?
The February 2026 session focused more on how to apply theory in the classroom rather than just understanding theory directly. Paper 1 was easy and student-friendly, while Paper 2 required deep knowledge — especially in the subject-related sections. Csuohio Overall, most candidates found it a fair and balanced exam.
What Happens Next?
Once the provisional key objection window closes, CBSE will review all valid challenges, publish the final answer key, and then declare the CTET Result 2026. Qualified candidates receive their eligibility certificates and can apply for teaching positions in central and state government schools.
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