Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026, administered by the Central Board of Secondary Education, has concluded with impressive results, seeing 5.97 lakh candidates successfully qualify. Explore the paper-wise pass percentages and other critical details of the examination outcome here.
Following the release of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 results, the Central Board of Secondary Education has published comprehensive data regarding registered and appeared candidates. For the CTET February 2026 Examination, a total of 5,97,061 candidates achieved qualification, marking an overall pass rate of 25.68%. This achievement is from the 23,24,625 candidates who participated in the 21st iteration of the CTET.
The CTET Exam 2026 took place on February 7th and 8th across 140 cities nationwide, featuring two shifts daily. A subsequent re-examination for Paper 2 was conducted on March 1st, 2026, at two designated centers in Vaishali, Bihar. The official announcement of the CTET Result 2026 offers significant encouragement to aspiring teachers across the nation. Candidates who have successfully qualified for the CTET February 2026 Examination will receive lifetime-valid CTET certificates, accessible via the DigiLocker platform.
CTET Result 2026- Statistics
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February Exam saw a total registration of 26,49,129 candidates. Out of the 23,24,625 who appeared, 5,97,061 candidates successfully qualified.
- Total Registered Candidates – 2649129
- Total Candidates Appeared – 2324625
- Total Candidates Qualified – 597061
- Overall Pass Percentage – 25.68%
| Paper | Total Registration | Appeared | Qualified | Percentage |
| Paper – 1 | 1211611 | 1065410 | 358937 | 33.69% |
| Paper – 2 | 2156459 | 1867428 | 346738 | 18.56% |
| Total | 2649129 | 2324625 | 597061 | 25.68% |
CTET 2026 Paper-wise Pass Percentage
The CTET Exam 2026 is structured into two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 is designed for aspiring teachers of primary grades (Classes 1-5), while Paper 2 caters to those aiming to teach upper primary grades (Classes 6-8).
- Paper 1 – For Primary Level (Classes 1 to 5)
- Paper 2 – For Upper Primary Level (Classes 6 to 8)
| Paper | Teaching Level | Qualified | Pass Percentage |
| Paper – 1 | Classes I–V (Primary Teacher) | 358937 | 33.69% |
| Paper – 2 | Classes VI–VIII (Upper Primary Teacher) | 346738 | 18.56% |
| Total | Paper 1 + Paper 2 Combined | 597061 | 25.68% |
What to Do After Qualifying CTET 2026?
Successfully clearing the CTET examination makes candidates eligible to apply for teaching positions; it does not guarantee direct appointment. Qualified individuals can pursue vacancies in the following types of institutions:
| Paper | Teaching Eligibility | Applicable |
| Paper 1 | Classes I – V | Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) Central Tibetan Schools Administration State Government Schools Delhi Government Schools Private schools affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education State Level Recruitment Exam |
| Paper 2 | Classes VI – VIII | KVS, NVS, State-aided & central schools |
| Both Papers | Classes I – VIII | All of the above |
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