Punjab School Education Board has released the final answer key of Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2026 for both Paper 1 (Primary Level) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary Level) on 5th April 2026. The examination to be held on 15th March 2026 determines the eligibility of candidates who wish to teach classes I to VIII across Punjab. The final answer key comes after reviewing all objections raised against the provisional version, with candidates providing correct answers to all 150 questions in each paper. Candidates can now estimate their scores and assess their eligibility status before the official results expected in early April. PSTET certificate, valid for seven years, will be awarded to successful candidates.
How to Download PSTET 2026 Final Answer Key
Candidates appearing for the PSTET exam can access the final answer keys by following the steps below:
- Visit pstet2025.org.
- Click on “PSTET 2026 Final Answer Key”.
- Select your paper (1 or 2) and series (A/B/C/D).
- Download the PDF.
- Check your answers to estimate your score.
Direct link to download PSTET Final Answer Key.
PSTET 2026 Exam Details and Marking Scheme
Each paper consists of 150 questions, carrying 1 mark per correct answer and no negative marking. Paper 1 targets candidates from Class 1 to 5, while Paper 2 is for Class 6 to 8. The minimum qualifying marks vary by category: 60% for General/EWS (90/150) and 55% for OBC/SC/ST (82/150). Candidates can use the answer key to estimate their provisional scores and their chances of qualifying for teaching posts across the state.Candidates are advised to download the final answer key and verify their answers carefully. The PSTET 2026 official result is expected to be declared soon, after which the successful candidates will receive their eligibility certificates.
