Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to announce the CTET February 2026 results soon, with several reports indicating that the scorecards may be released by late March or early April. Candidates appearing for the Eligibility Test are advised to keep a close eye on the official website, ctet.nic.inAs result link can now be activated anytime.The CTET exam, which is conducted to determine the eligibility of teachers for classes 1 to 8, is a qualifying test, meaning candidates must secure a minimum set of marks to be declared a pass.
Minimum Qualifying Marks and CTET Certificate Rules
As per the guidelines issued by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), candidates must secure a minimum of 60% (90 out of 150 marks) to be considered eligible for CTET.However, candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and differently abled categories may be given concession in qualifying marks, depending on the reservation policies followed by individual school administrations, including public and private institutions.Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are awarded a CTET Eligibility Certificate, which is now valid for lifetime.
What constitutes a “good score” in CTET?
A minimum score of 90 marks is required for general category candidates, but a score of 100-120 or above is generally considered a strong performance and can improve prospects during teacher recruitment.However, qualifying CTET does not guarantee a job. It only qualifies candidates to apply for teaching posts in central government schools like KVS, NVS, and other institutions.While CTET is an important eligibility criteria, the final selection depends on a number of factors, including merit, availability of posts, and specific recruitment rules of the school or authority concerned. School management may also give importance to CTET scores during the recruitment process.
How to Check CTET February 2026 Result
Once released, candidates can follow these steps to download their scorecard:
- Visit official website: ctet.nic.in
- Click on the CTET February 2026 Result link.
- Enter Login Credentials (Registration Number and Date of Birth)
- Submit the details and download the scorecard.
Candidates are advised to verify all the details on the score card and keep a copy for future reference.
What happens after qualifying?
Candidates who meet these minimum qualifying marks will be awarded the CTET Eligibility Certificate. This Eligibility Certificate is now valid for lifetime. This eligibility certificate will allow candidates to apply for teaching posts in CBSE schools and other schools that accept CTET scores.
