PSTET Answer Key 2026: The State Council of Educational Research and Training, Punjab (SCERT Punjab), has released the official schedule after successfully conducting the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test on 15th March 2026 across multiple examination centers in Punjab. The provisional response sheet PDF for both Paper 1 (ETT) and Paper 2 (Master Cadre), covering all sets (A, B, C, and D), was released on 16th March 2026. The objection window closed on 21st March, and the final answer key is expected on April 1st week 2026 at pstet2025.org.
The objection window closed on 21st March 2026. SCERT Punjab’s expert committee has reviewed all valid objections, and the final answer key is expected on April 1st week,2026. The PSTET 2026 result is expected on April 1st week, 2026.
As per the official schedule, the objection window was open from 17th to 21st March 2026, and the final answer key is expected on April 1st week 2026 after review of all objections.
Candidates are informed that correction requests via email or telephone will not be accepted before the result is declared.
A 2-day correction window will be provided exclusively for qualified candidates after the result announcement. Eligible candidates may submit limited correction requests at psaborad@gmail.com only within the stipulated period.
Official Response Sheet – Paper 1 & Paper 2 (All Sets)
| Answer Keys for PSTET-2025 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | ||||
| Ans. Key for Paper 1 (Series A) | Ans. Key for Paper 1 (Series B) | Ans. Key for Paper 1 (Series C) | Ans. Key for Paper 1 (Series D) | |
| Paper 2 | ||||
| Subject : Art & Craft | Ans. Key Series A | Ans. Key Series B | Ans. Key Series C | Ans. Key Series D |
| Subject : Home Science | Ans. Key Series A | Ans. Key Series B | Ans. Key Series C | Ans. Key Series D |
| Subject : Music | Ans. Key Series A | Ans. Key Series B | Ans. Key Series C | Ans. Key Series D |
| Subject : Phy. Edu. | Ans. Key Series A | Ans. Key Series B | Ans. Key Series C | Ans. Key Series D |
| Subject : Sanskrit | Ans. Key Series A | Ans. Key Series B | Ans. Key Series C | Ans. Key Series D |
| Subject : Science & Maths | Ans. Key Series A | Ans. Key Series B | Ans. Key Series C | Ans. Key Series D |
| Subject : Urdu | Ans. Key Series A | Ans. Key Series B | Ans. Key Series C | Ans. Key Series D |
We have also provided a PSTET Score Intelligence Analyzer tool on this page. Simply enter the marks you obtained after cross-verifying with the answer key, and the tool will instantly analyze your qualification status, provide a detailed section-wise analysis, and offer you a quick score verification
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PSTET Answer Key 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2026 |
| Board Name | SCERT Punjab |
| Exam Date | 15th March 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Date | 16th March 2026(Released) |
| Objection Window | 17th-21st March 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | April 1st week,2026(expected) |
| Result Date (Expected) | April 1st week,2026 |
| Papers | Paper 1 (Classes I–V) & Paper 2 (Classes VI–VIII) |
| Answer Key Format | SET-wise PDF (Set A, B, C, D) free download |
| Official Website | pstet2025.org |
Download PDF – Paper 1 & Paper 2 Set-Wise Links
The provisional response sheet PDF for Paper 1 & Paper 2 sets wise is now live at pstet2025.org. The official PDF includes correct responses for all five sections: CDP, Language I (Punjabi), Language II (English), Mathematics/Science, and SST/Elective Subject.
Candidates can access the PSTET answer key 2026 PDF free download directly from the official portal without any login requirement for the provisional key. Now, here's an important practical tip try downloading the PDF between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM IST when server traffic is lowest, as the portal tends to crash during peak hours on release day.
Note: The PDF is available free of cost. Any third-party site charging money for the answer key PDF download link is not affiliated with SCERT Punjab.
Step-by-Step Download Process
To download the official PSTET answer key for 2026, candidates need their registration number and date of birth.
What You Need: Registration Number, Date of Birth, and a device with a PDF reader installed.
- Visit the official website, pstet2025.org.
- Click on the "PSTET Answer Key 2026" link on the homepage notification bar.
- Select Paper 1 or Paper 2 as applicable.
- Choose your SET (A, B, C, or D) and click Download PDF.
- Open the PDF and cross-verify your responses using your OMR response sheet.
- Note down any question numbers where you disagree with the official answer. The objection window (17th–21st March 2026) has now closed; please wait for the final answer key, which is expected on April 1st week,2026.
- Save or print the answer key PDF for your records.
Common Mistakes While Cross-Checking the Answer Key
Many candidates make avoidable errors while matching their responses. Comparing against the wrong SET booklet code (A, B, C, or D) is the most common mistake always verify the set code printed on page 1 of your question booklet before matching answers. Another frequent issue is confusing the OMR response sheet sequence with the question paper sequence; SCERT Punjab follows the OMR sheet sequence in the official PDF.
Candidates sometimes raise objections without attaching proper supporting evidence such as NCERT or NCTE references, which leads to automatic rejection. Furthermore, you should double check that your comparison is with the provisional key from pstet2025.org and not an unofficial version circulated on coaching websites, as 5–10 answers may differ between the unofficial and official versions.
PSTET Official Answer Key vs Unofficial Answer Keys
SCERT Punjab released the PSTET official provisional answer key on 16th March 2026 at pstet2025.org. The final answer key, expected on April 3rd, 2026, is the authoritative version used for result preparation. One thing candidates often become confused about is that the unofficial answer keys for the PSTET 2026 paper 2 science and other sections, which appear on coaching websites within hours of the exam, are not endorsed by SCERT Punjab.
These unofficial keys are based on expert analysis and candidates' memory recall, so 5–10 answers may differ from the final official version.
Important: Objections can ONLY be raised against the official provisional answer key, not against any unofficial version. No exceptions.
PSTET 2026 Qualifying Marks (Category-Wise)
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 90 out of 150 | 60% |
| SC / ST / OBC / PH | 82 out of 150 | 55% |
In PSTET 2026, there is no negative marking, so your total score equals the number of correct answers out of 150.
📝 PSTET 2026 — Application Form Guide
Documents to Keep Ready After Qualifying PSTET
If your score crosses the qualifying threshold, keep these documents ready before the certificate download window opens: your PSTET 2026 admit card printout a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar or Voter ID); two passport-size photographs matching your application form photo, original and photocopies of your graduation and B.Ed / D.El.Ed. marksheets, and the OMR response sheet printout from the exam day.
Candidates from SC/ST/OBC/PH categories must additionally keep their latest caste or disability certificate issued by a competent authority. Missing even one document during verification can delay your PSTET eligibility certificate by weeks.
What Happens After the PSTET Answer Key 2026?
16th March 2026: Paper 1 & Paper 2 provisional answer key released.
17th–21st March 2026: The objection window opened; candidates challenged answers by providing supporting proof and paying the prescribed fee.
April 1st week,2026: The final answer key is expected after all objections have been reviewed by the expert committee.
April 1st week,2026 (Expected): The PSTET 2026 Result to be declared on pstet2025.org.
Qualified candidates will receive a PSTET Eligibility Certificate valid for 7 years from the date of issue.
Your next steps: Cross-verify your answers against the provisional key using the Score Analyzer above. The objection window has now closed. Bookmark this page for the final answer key (expected April 1st week,2026) and result update expected on April 1st week,2026.
Should you qualify, please start collecting your original documents promptly, as the verification window is usually brief.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When will the PSTET Answer Key 2026 be released?
The provisional answer key was released on 16th March 2026. The final answer key is expected on April 1st week,2026 at pstet2025.org.
Q. Where can I download the PSTET Answer Key 2026 PDF?
The official PDF can be downloaded from pstet2025.org; select your Paper and SET to download.
Q. What is the last date to raise an objection?
The objection window closes on 21st March 2026.
Q. What are the qualifying marks for PSTET 2026?
General category needs 90 marks (60%), and reserved categories require 82 marks (55%) to qualify.
Q. PSTET Answer Key 2026 kab aayegi?
PSTET 2026 ki provisional answer key: 16 March 2026 ko release ho chuki hai. Objection window: 21 March. Ko band ho gaya. Final answer key 28 March 2026 ko expected hai aur result April 1st week,2026 ko aayega.
Q. PSTET Answer Key 2026 ka PDF kaise download karein?
pstet2025.org par jaayein, "Answer Key 2026" link par click karein, apna Paper aur SET chunein, aur PDF download karein. Yeh bilkul free hai.
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