CTET 2026 Answer Key & OMR Sheet Released: How to Raise Objections by 15 March

The CTET 2026 Answer Key, paired with scanned OMR images for both Paper 1 and Paper 2, is now available for download on the official website. If you identify any discrepancies or incorrect answers, you can file an objection through the portal until 15th March 2026 (11:59 PM) by paying a processing fee of Rs. 1000 per question.

CTET 2026 OMR Sheet & Answer Key Out

CBSE has released the answer key for all question booklet sets. Candidates can access these documents by logging in with their application number and date of birth at www.ctet.nic.in. By cross-referencing their scanned OMR sheets with the official answer keys, students can accurately estimate their performance. Direct download links for both papers are provided in the section below.

Check CTET February 2026 Results - Official Portal

CBSE CTET 2026 Answer Key Paper 1 and Paper 2 PDF

The provisional answer keys for the CTET February 2026 cycle (Paper 1 & Paper 2) are officially live. Candidates who sat for the examinations on 7th February, 8th February, and 1st March 2026 can retrieve their OMR response sheets and key sets via the direct official link provided below.

CTET OMR Sheet 2026 Download Link

To download your CTET 2026 OMR sheet, log in using your roll number and date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy). The objection portal and download link are scheduled to remain active until 15th March 2026 (11:59 PM). We strongly advise candidates to download their records promptly to avoid last-minute server congestion.

Download CTET 2026 OMR Response Sheet (Direct Link Active)

How to Download CBSE CTET Exam Answer Key & OMR Sheet 2026?

1. Visit the official CTET website at www.ctet.nic.in.
2. Scroll down the page to the Candidate Activity section on the homepage.
3. Click on the link “View/Challenge Answer Key – CTET Feb 2026”.
4. A login page will appear. Enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
5. Click on “Login”.
   
6. Your CTET 2026 Answer Key PDF and your OMR Sheet appear on the screen.
7. Download CTET Paper 1 and Paper 2 PDFs to calculate your approximate marks.

Need help? Read our step-by-step guide on downloading the CTET OMR Sheet and Answer Key.

Support: If you face technical issues or discrepancies, contact the CBSE helpdesk:
Email: [email protected]
Helpline: 011-22235774 / 011-22240112

CTET February Answer Key 2026 Raise Objection

Candidates may challenge the provisional answer key until 15th March 2026 (11:59 PM). Each objection incurs a non-refundable fee of Rs. 1000 per question, payable via credit or debit card. Please ensure all challenges are submitted before the deadline.

Raise Objection: CTET February 2026 Answer Key

How to Raise Objections Against the CTET 2026 Answer Key?

If a challenge is submitted, it will be reviewed by subject matter experts. If the board deems the challenge valid, the fee may be refunded, and the final answer key will be updated accordingly.

1. Visit the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) official website at ctet.nic.in and click on the ‘Challenge Answer Key’ link
2. Log in using your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
3. Locate the question number you wish to challenge in the answer key.
4. Click ‘Click to Enter Your Answer’ and select the option you believe is correct.
5. Upload valid supporting proof — e.g., a textbook page, NCERT reference, or academic source
6. Pay the prescribed objection fee of Rs. 1,000 per question via Credit / Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
7. Review and submit. Save the confirmation page for your records

CTET Marking Scheme and Qualifying Marks

The CTET examination follows a "no negative marking" policy. Each correct answer carries one mark, while incorrect or unattempted questions receive zero marks. This structure allows candidates to attempt all 150 questions without penalty.

To qualify as "CTET Certified," candidates must achieve the minimum passing percentage mandated by the Central Board of Secondary Education.

A CTET certificate provides lifetime validity, establishing a crucial qualification for teaching roles in KVS, NVS, and other central government schools.

How to Calculate Marks Using CBSE CTET Exam Answer Key?

• Download the CTET Exam Answer Key 2026 for your exam shift and paper.
• Match your answers marked in the exam with the answers given in the official answer key.
• Assign 1 mark for each correct answer.
• There is no negative marking for wrong answers.
• Add the marks for all correct answers to get your estimated score.

What After the CTET 2026 Answer Key Release?

Once the provisional key is released, candidates should download their OMR sheets to calculate their scores. Valid objections are assessed by experts, leading to the publication of a Final Answer Key. The final results are then calculated based on this revised key, and certificates are issued to successful qualifiers.

CTET Result 2026 Release Date

CBSE typically publishes results within a month of the answer key release. The CTET 2026 Result, featuring detailed scorecards, is expected to be declared by April 2026 at ctet.nic.in.