The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February Session 2026 answer key and OMR response sheets soon. Candidates who took the exam on February 7 and 8, 2026, can anticipate these documents between February 22 and February 25, 2026 . The official release will occur on the CTET website, ctet.nic.in.
Purpose of Documents
The CTET response sheet will show candidates their marked answers. The provisional answer key will provide the correct answers. Together, these allow candidates to calculate their estimated scores for the February 2026 CTET exam. This information is vital for understanding potential performance.
Provisional Answer Key and Objections
The initial answer key released by CBSE will be provisional. This means candidates can challenge any answers they believe are incorrect. To file an objection, candidates must pay a fee of Rs 1000 per objection . They must also provide supporting documents for their claims.
Expected Release Timeline
CBSE typically releases CTET answer keys within 7 to 15 days after the examination concludes. Based on past trends, here is the projected timeline for the CTET 2026 releases:
| Details | Expected Dates |
|---|---|
| CTET 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet (First Window) | February 22 to 25, 2026 |
| CTET 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet (Second Window) | February 26 to 28, 2026 |
| CTET 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet (Delayed) | After February 28, 2026 |
Next Steps After Release
Following the release of the CTET OMR response sheet and provisional answer key, CBSE will activate an objection portal. Details on how to submit objections and the required procedures will be published. The board will then review valid objections. These reviews will inform the creation of the final answer key. The CTET 2026 results will be announced after the final answer key is published.