CTET Answer Key 2026, Download Response Sheet PDF for Paper 1 & 2
Published on 23 February 2026 | By Mocktest Adda Team
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will release the CTET Answer Key 2026 after the completion of the examination. Candidates who appeared in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test can download the provisional answer key and response sheet PDF from the official website.
The provisional answer key allows candidates to calculate their expected score before the declaration of the result. After reviewing objections submitted by candidates, CBSE releases the final answer key.
The CTET Result 2026 is prepared strictly on the basis of the final answer key.
How to Download CTET Answer Key 2026?
- Visit the official CTET website.
- Click on “CTET Challenge Answer Key”.
- Enter Application Number and Password or Date of Birth.
- Click Sign In.
- Open “View Question Paper”.
- Download response sheet PDF.
How to Raise Objection?
Candidates can challenge provisional answer key within the objection window.
- Login to official portal.
- Select “Display/Challenge Answer Key”.
- Select question to challenge.
- Upload supporting document.
- Pay ₹1000 per question online.
Note: Objection fee is non-refundable.
CTET 2026 Marking Scheme
- ✔ 1 mark for each correct answer.
- ✔ No negative marking.
- ✔ Unattempted questions carry zero marks.
Add total correct answers to calculate your expected score.
CTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Provisional Key Release | To be announced |
| Objection Window | To be announced |
| Final Answer Key | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
CTET Answer Key 2026 FAQs
Is CTET conducted online?
Yes, CTET is conducted in Computer Based Test mode.
Is there negative marking?
No negative marking in CTET.
How to check CTET result?
Login to official website and download scorecard.
When will final answer key release?
After reviewing objections submitted by candidates.