CTET 2026 Answer Key for the February examination is expected to be released by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) by February 23, 2026. The exam was conducted on February 7 and 8, 2026, across 140 cities.
Details for Candidates
• Official Portal: The answer key and scanned OMR response sheets will be available exclusively on ctet.nic.in.
• Login Credentials: To download the key, you will need your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
• Objection Window: Once the provisional key is released, candidates can challenge any answer by paying a non-refundable fee of ₹1,000 per question.
• Pass Marks: Qualifying marks are 60% (90 marks) for General category candidates and 55% (82 marks) for OBC/SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• Provisional Answer Key Release: Expected by February 23, 2026.
• Final Answer Key: Typically released in late February or early March after reviewing objections.
• Result Declaration: Expected in the first or second week of March 2026.