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09:00 AM IST
Marking Scheme for CTET 2026
Here is the marking criteria of CTET exam 2026:
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Particulars
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Marks
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Correct Responses
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+1
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Incorrect Responses
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0
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How to Download CTET provisional answer keys?
Candidates can check the steps to download the answer keys after they are released here:
- Go to ctet.nic.in
- Go to the Candidate Activity section
- Click on CTET 2026 answer key paper 1 or 2
- Enter your credentials
- Submit it
- Your screen will display the answer key PDF
- Download and compare with your response sheet
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Keep Handy Login Credentials
CTET 2026 response sheet and answer key can be released anytime soon. So, we suggest the candidates keep their login credentials handy so that they can download the keys as soon as they are out on the official website.
March 11, 2026 |
07:30 AM IST
Where CTET 2026 response sheet and answer key be released?
The Central Board of Secondary Education will release CTET 2026 response sheet along with answer keys for Paper 1 and 2 on the official website-ctet.nic.in.
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Difference between provisional and final answer key
CTET provisional answer keys are released first, and candidates can challenge them. On the contrary, final keys are released after closure of the objection window, and no more objections are accepted on final keys. The result is prepared based on the final keys.
March 11, 2026 |
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What happens after the release of provisional answer keys?
After the provisional answer keys are released, the objection window will be opened. Candidates can rasie objection for any erroneous key.
March 11, 2026 |
06:30 AM IST
What happens after the release of provisional answer keys?
After the provisional answer keys are released, the objection window will be opened. Candidates can rasie objection for any erroneous key.
March 11, 2026 |
06:00 AM IST
Will CTET 2026 Response Sheet be available for a limited time on the website?
Yes, candidates can access their CTET response sheet from the website till the result is declared. We suggest candidates download it as soon as it is released so to analyse their performance.
March 11, 2026 |
12:00 AM IST
CTET Response Sheet and Answer Key Expected Tomorrow
As the CTET response sheet and answer key have not been released yet, candidates are advised to get rest for the day and begin their search for updates tomorrow.
March 10, 2026 |
11:30 PM IST
Validity Period of CTET Eligibility Certificate
As notified on the official website of CTET, the eligibility certificate will remain valid for a lifetime from the day it is issued.
March 10, 2026 |
11:00 PM IST
Will CBSE provide any certificate for CTET-qualified candidates?
Yes, with the declaration of the result, all the CTET qualified candidates will be awarded an eligibility certificate. This certificate is essential for applying to CBSE-affiliated schools.
March 10, 2026 |
10:30 PM IST
Payment modes accepted for the Answer Key objection Fee
Candidates can pay the objection fee using any of these payment methods:
- Credit/debit card
- UPI Payment
- Net banking
March 10, 2026 |
10:00 PM IST
Tips for raising challenges against the answer key
- Check the responses on the answer keys
- For any doubt, cross-check with any NCERT textbook or valid sources
- Submit the required documents at the time of raising an objection
March 10, 2026 |
09:30 PM IST
Sectional Cutoff in CTET 2026
According to the cutoff criterion adopted by CBSE for CTET, no sectional cutoff is prevalent; instead, there is only an overall pass mark, which remains the same every year.
March 10, 2026 |
09:00 PM IST
CTET 2026 Qualifying Cutoff for General Candidates
CBSE has a fixed qualifying score criterion based on the category of the candidates. Those hailing from the General category must secure 60% to be declared qualified.
March 10, 2026 |
08:30 PM IST
CTET 2026 Provisional Keys for Papers 1 and 2
The Central Board of Secondary Education releases the CTET answer key and response sheet PDFs for both papers 1 and 2 on the same day. When downloading keys, candidates have to choose their paper.
March 10, 2026 |
08:00 PM IST
Is the CTET provisional key out?
No, as per updates, there is no notification regarding the provisional answer key on the official website. Candidates can keep checking the CTET website alongwith our LIVE page.
March 10, 2026 |
07:30 PM IST
What to do if CTET response sheet link is inaccessible?
The response sheet and answer key link might remain inaccessible due to heavy traffic on the CTET website. In such situations, candidates are requested to wait and refresh the page.
March 10, 2026 |
07:00 PM IST
How many days are given by CBSE to raise a challenge against any provisional key?
As per the rules, CBSE generally opens the objection window for around 2 to 3 days. Only those submitting objections and paying the fee within the given time will be accepted.
March 10, 2026 |
06:30 PM IST
Suppose the objection is correct, will the fee be refunded?
Yes, if any candidate has submitted an objection against any provisional key and it is found to be correct, then he/she will receive a refund of the fee. No refund request will be entertained for wrong objections.
March 10, 2026 |
06:00 PM IST
Details Mentioned on CTET 2026 Response Sheet
Here are some details that candidates can review on their CTET response sheet:
- Candidate’s name
- Application number
- Question
- Answer marked by the candidate
March 10, 2026 |
05:45 PM IST
Analyse Performance Easily With Answer Keys
Candidates can easily analyse their performance before the results using answer keys. To calcualte probable score, candidates can compare their response sheet with the official keys. For correct responses, they can allot 1 mark and 0 for incorrect ones.
March 10, 2026 |
05:30 PM IST
Login Credentials to Check CTET Answer Key and Response Sheet
Candidates should log in to the CTET portal using the following credentials:
- Application number
- Date of birth
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05:00 PM IST
Availability of CTET 2026 Calculation Sheet
According to the past year's trends, CBSE releases the calculation sheet separately. Initially, it releases the answer key with the response sheet. The calculation sheet will be published after the results, and candidates must pay Rs 500 to get their calculation sheet.
March 10, 2026 |
04:45 PM IST
Recent Updates on the Release of Response Sheet and Answer Key
According to the latest update, there is no official notification concerning the release date of provisional keys and the response sheet for CTET 2026. Candidates are advised to keep refreshing CTET website and check the Public Notices section.
March 10, 2026 |
04:30 PM IST
Website other than CTET sharing the answer key
We highly recommend that candidates access the direct link to their answer keys and response sheet for CTET only from the official website. Any third-party website might not be reliable.
March 10, 2026 |
04:00 PM IST
How to download CTET 2026 response sheet?
Candidates can follow these steps to download the response sheet after it is out:
- Browse the official website
- On the homepage, navigate to the CTET response sheet link
- Click on it
- Your screen will display a login window
- Provide the required credentials
- Check and download it
March 10, 2026 |
03:30 PM IST
CTET Passing Marks for Female Candidates
CTET passing marks do not vary based on the gender of the candidates in their category. For general candidates, the qualifying mark is 90, while it is 82 for reserved categories.
March 10, 2026 |
03:00 PM IST
CTET Passing Marks for Female Candidates
CTET passing marks do not vary based on the gender of the candidates in their category. For general candidates, the qualifying mark is 90, while it is 82 for reserved categories.
March 10, 2026 |
02:45 PM IST
What happens if I don’t pay the answer key challenge fee?
For candidates who fail to pay the objection fee, CBSE won’t accept their challenge for review. So, it is mandatory to pay Rs 1,000 per question that the candidates wish to challenge using the online payment gateway within the time notified by the authority.
March 10, 2026 |
02:30 PM IST
How to raise objections against CTET 2026 answer key?
Here are the steps to raise objections against CTET answer keys:
- Go to the CTET website
- Search for the objection link
- Click on it
- Provide your roll number and date of birth
- Select the question you wish to challenge
- Select the correct option
- Click on the update link
- Pay the confirmation fee and submit it.
March 10, 2026 |
02:00 PM IST
Release time of CTET Answer keys
If we look at the past year trends, CTET 2026 answer key and response sheet are released either late afternoon or in the evening. Candidates can expect the keys to be out by 7 PM today(March 10) or tomorrow by 3 PM.
March 10, 2026 |
01:30 PM IST
Can I raise objection against the resposne sheet?
No, response sheets are the OMR sheets filled by the students on the exam day, so they cannot be challenged. Students can only object to provisional answer keys within a stipulated time.
March 10, 2026 |
12:47 PM IST
CTET 2026 Provisional Answer Keys Expected Today!
The provisional answer key for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test is expected to be released today, March 10, 2026. As per the previous update, the keys and response sheet are supposed to be out after the re-eam on March 1.
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