CTET Result 2026 – Scorecard, Cut Off Marks & CTET Certificate Download

Conducted by: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) • Official Website: ctet.nic.in • Last Updated: 2026-04-20

About Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026

CTET Result 2026 — The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is conducted by CBSE twice a year (January and July cycles) for candidates aspiring to teach in central government schools (Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other CBSE-affiliated central schools). CTET 2026 Result will be declared on ctet.nic.in approximately 6–8 weeks after the exam. Candidates who score 60% or above (90 out of 150 marks) are declared qualified. SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates need 55% (82.5 marks). ExamResultDekho.com provides the instant result link when CTET Result 2026 is declared.

CTET has two papers: Paper 1 for Class 1–5 (Primary) teachers and Paper 2 for Class 6–8 (Upper Primary) teachers. Candidates can appear in both papers simultaneously. CTET qualification is valid for life (made permanent from 2022 onwards). Qualified candidates receive a digital CTET certificate from CBSE which is essential for applying to teaching posts in central government schools and most state government school recruitments.

Key Exam Details

Qualifying Marks	60% (90/150) for General; 55% (82.5/150) for SC/ST/OBC/PwD
Certificate Validity	Lifetime (permanent since 2022)
Papers	Paper 1: Class 1–5 \| Paper 2: Class 6–8
Total Marks	150 marks, 150 questions, 150 minutes

Important Dates – 2026

Event	Date / Status
CTET January 2026 Exam	January 2026
CTET January 2026 Result	Expected March 2026
CTET July 2026 Notification	April–May 2026
CTET July 2026 Exam	July 2026
CTET July 2026 Result	Expected September 2026

How to Check Result – Step by Step

Visit ctet.nic.in after result announcement
Click "CTET Result 2026" or "Score Card" link
Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth
Your scorecard appears — check paper-wise marks and qualifying status
Download and save the scorecard PDF
After 2–3 weeks, the CTET Certificate link is activated on ctet.nic.in
Download and print the CTET Certificate for job applications

Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 – 2026 Updates

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Official website: ctet.nic.in

What to Do Next – After Result

After CTET Result 2026: If qualified — apply for KV (Kendriya Vidyalaya), NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti), and Army Public School teaching recruitment when notifications are published. Also apply for state government teacher vacancies that accept CTET. If not qualified — you can reappear in the next CTET without any limit on attempts. Review weak areas from your scorecard. CTET validity is lifetime, so there is no urgency to reappear immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the pass percentage in CTET 2026?

CTET pass percentage typically ranges from 15–30% of appeared candidates. General category candidates need 90/150 (60%). SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates need 82.5/150 (55%). Historically, Paper 1 (Primary) has a slightly higher pass rate than Paper 2 (Upper Primary) because Paper 2 includes more challenging subject content questions.

2. Is CTET required for all central school teacher jobs?

Yes, CTET (or state TET for state schools) is mandatory for: (1) Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) teacher posts. (2) Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) teacher posts. (3) Army Public Schools, Air Force Schools, Navy Schools. (4) Central Tibetan School Administration. (5) Sainik Schools. For state government school teacher posts, most states have their own STET — but many states also accept CTET as an additional qualification.

3. How do I download CTET Certificate 2026?

CTET Certificate 2026 download steps: (1) Visit ctet.nic.in, (2) Click "Certificate" section, (3) Login with Application Number and DOB, (4) Select your qualifying cycle (January/July 2026), (5) Download the digitally signed certificate PDF. Certificates are usually available 4–6 weeks after result declaration. The certificate has a QR code for verification and is valid for a lifetime.

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