CTET February 2026 Answer: The CTET February 2026 Answer Key is expected to be released soon by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Candidates who appeared in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 will be able to download the provisional answer key and response sheet PDF from the official website ctet.nic.in.
The CTET February session exam was conducted on 7 February and 8 February 2026 across multiple exam centres in India. Once the answer key is released, candidates can check their answers, calculate their probable score, and also raise objections if they find any incorrect answers.
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CTET 2026 Answer Key – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) |
| Conducting Body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Dates | 7 & 8 February 2026 |
| Re-Exam Date (Some Centres) | 1 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Mode of Release | Online |
| Official Website | ctet.nic.in |
| Papers | Paper 1 & Paper 2 |
CTET Paper 1 & Paper 2 Answer Key 2026 PDF
(You can insert the download links here after the answer key is released)
Paper 1 Answer Key PDF
- Set A – Download PDF
- Set B – Download PDF
- Set C – Download PDF
- Set D – Download PDF
Paper 2 Answer Key PDF
- Set A – Download PDF
- Set B – Download PDF
- Set C – Download PDF
- Set D – Download PDF
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Response Sheet PDF
- Download Link – “CTET Feb 2026 Exam Answer Key Download Link“
What are CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2?
| Paper | Teaching Level |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 | For candidates who want to teach Classes 1 to 5 |
| Paper 2 | For candidates who want to teach Classes 6 to 8 |
Candidates who want to teach both levels usually appear for both papers.
How to Download CTET Answer Key 2026
Follow these steps to download the official answer key:
- Visit the official website ctet.nic.in
- Click on the CTET February 2026 Answer Key link
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth
- The answer key and response sheet will appear on the screen
- Download the PDF and check your answers.
CTET 2026 Marking Scheme
| Answer Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Wrong Answer | 0 Mark |
| Negative Marking | No |
Candidates can estimate their expected score by comparing their answers with the official answer key.
CTET Answer Key 2026 Objection Process
After the provisional answer key is released, CBSE will allow candidates to challenge incorrect answers.
Important points:
- Objection fee: ₹1000 per question
- Payment mode: Online
- Fee is non-refundable
- Experts will review the objections before releasing the final answer key.
The final answer key will be used to prepare the CTET result.
CTET 2026 Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 (60%) |
| OBC / SC / ST | 82 out of 150 (55%) |
Candidates scoring the required marks will receive the CTET eligibility certificate.
What Happens After the CTET Answer Key?
After reviewing objections, CBSE will release:
- Final Answer Key
- CTET 2026 Result
- Eligibility Certificate
Candidates who qualify will become eligible to apply for teacher recruitment in central and state government schools.
Important Links
- Official Website – ctet.nic.in
- Paper 1 Answer Key – Link will be updated
- Paper 2 Answer Key – Link will be updated
- Response Sheet – Link will be updated
FAQs
When will the CTET February 2026 answer key be released?
The provisional answer key is expected to be released in March 2026 on the official CTET website.
Where can I download the CTET 2026 answer key?
Candidates can download the answer key from ctet.nic.in after logging in with their application details.
Can I challenge the CTET answer key?
Yes. Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key by paying ₹1000 per question within the specified objection window.
Is there negative marking in CTET?
No. CTET does not have negative marking for wrong answers.

