The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) provisional answer keys for Paper 1 and Paper 2 are expected by February 24, 2026 . The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) typically releases these keys 15 to 17 days after the exam concludes. Candidates can anticipate the keys to be available in the third week of February.
CTET 2026 Answer Key Release Date
The CTET exam for 2026 took place on February 7 and 8. Based on past trends, the provisional answer keys and candidates’ response sheets will be released on the official CTET portal, ctet.nic.in . This timeline allows candidates to calculate their estimated scores before the final results are announced.
Previous Answer Key Release Trends
Analysis of the past three years shows a consistent pattern in the release of CTET answer keys relative to the examination dates. The CBSE has not provided an official release date for the 2026 answer keys. However, historical data suggests a specific window for their availability.
| Year | CTET Answer Key Release (Expected/Actual) | CTET Exam Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 23-25, 2026 (Expected) | February 7-8, 2026 |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | December 14-15, 2024 |
| 2024 | February 7, 2024 | January 21, 2024 |
| 2023 | February 14, 2023 | December 28, 2022 – February 7, 2023 |
Objection Process
Once the provisional answer keys are released, candidates will have an opportunity to raise objections. This process allows individuals to challenge any official answers they believe are incorrect. To submit an objection, candidates must log in to the CTET portal. Each objection requires a fee of Rs 1,000 per question . The CBSE will review all submitted objections before releasing the final answer key.
Key Details for Candidates
- The CTET provisional answer keys will be published on ctet.nic.in .
- Candidates who appeared for Paper 1 or Paper 2 can download their keys from the portal.
- There are two sets of answer keys: provisional and final.
- Candidates can submit objections to the provisional key.
- A fee of Rs 1,000 per question applies for raising objections.