pstet result 2026: The SCERT Punjab will declare the pstet result 2026 on 2nd April 2026 at pstet2025.org just 18 days after the exam, giving thousands of teacher aspirants across Punjab clarity on their eligibility.
Qualified candidates’ scorecards and certificates will be available for download after 2 weeks. Applicants can use their registration number, password, or date of birth. Paper I covers Classes 1st to 5th, and Paper II covers Classes 6th to 8th. SCERT Punjab advises all candidates to keep login credentials ready for the results day.
PSTET 2026 Result – overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Board Name | SCERT Punjab |
| Exam Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper / OMR-based) |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Language | English and Hindi |
| Notification Released | 6th February 2026 |
| Application Window | 6th – 20th February 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 21st – 23rd February 2026 |
| Admit Card | 9th March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 15th March 2026 (Sunday) |
| Answer Key Released | 16th March 2026 |
| Objection Window | 17th – 21st March 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | 28th March 2026 |
| Result Date | 2nd April 2026 (Expected) |
| Qualifying Marks – General | 90/150 (60%) |
| Qualifying Marks – SC/ST/OBC/PH | 82/150 (55%) |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime (as per NCTE/NEP 2020 guidelines) |
| Helpdesk | helpdesk@pstet2025.org |
| Official Website | pstet2025.org |
Direct Link: Check PSTET Result 2026 at pstet2025.org (active after 2nd April 2026)
PSTET Result 2026 Date
SCERT Punjab will declare the PSTET 2026 result on 2nd April 2026 at pstet2026.org following the completion of answer key verification. The exam was conducted on 15th March 2026 in offline mode, Paper 1 in the morning shift (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) and Paper 2 in the afternoon shift (2:00 PM to 4:30 PM) across centers in Punjab.
The provisional answer key was released on 16th March; objections were accepted from 17th to 21st March, and the final key is expected in the last week of March. This 18-day turnaround from exam to result is significantly faster than PSTET 2025, where the gap between the 1st December 2024 exam and the 19th February 2025 result was nearly 80 days.
PSTET Answer Key 2026 (Final Key)
SCERT Punjab released the provisional answer key for both Paper 1 (ETT) and Paper 2 (Master Cadre) on March 16, 2026, one day after the exam at pstet2025.org. Candidates raised objections between 17th and 21st March 2026 by uploading valid supporting proof through the official portal.
After reviewing all objections, the final answer key will be published in the last week of March and will directly determine each candidate’s PSTET 2026 result.
Only objections submitted through the candidate login with valid references (NCERT textbooks and standard sources) were accepted email or telephone requests will not be entertained.
Important: Unofficial answer keys from coaching websites may have 5 to 10 answers different from the official version. Only the official provisional answer key released by SCERT Punjab at pstet2025.org is used for result preparation.
Punjab TET Scorecard 2026
Once SCERT Punjab declares the result on 2nd April 2026, qualified candidates can download their scorecard from pstet2025.org using their registration number and password or date of birth. The scorecard displays your qualifying status, paper wise marks, and total score out of 150. It is a mandatory document for recruiting teachers in Punjab government schools, officially certifying eligibility for Paper 1 (Classes 1st to 5th) or Paper 2 (Classes 6th to 8th). Download and save both a digital PDF and a printed copy, as recruitment portals require document uploads during online applications.
PSTET Merit List 2026
SCERT Punjab will release the PSTET Merit List 2026 PDF alongside the results on April 2, 2026, for candidates who clear the eligibility test. The merit list will contain names, roll numbers, registration numbers, father’s names, and marks of all qualified candidates. Scoring above the category cutoff improves selection chances, provided the candidate also performs well in the interview and submits valid original documents meeting all eligibility requirements. Qualifying for PSTET alone does not guarantee a teaching job—candidates must separately apply when Punjab announces ETT/Master Cadre recruitment vacancies.
PSTET 2026 Cutoff Marks
General category candidates need 90 out of 150 marks (60%) to qualify for PSTET 2026, while SC, ST, OBC, and PH candidates need 82 out of 150 (55%). Unlike most competitive exams, where cutoffs fluctuate based on difficulty and candidate count, PSTET has fixed qualifying marks; candidates must meet the minimum percentage in their category to receive the eligibility certificate. Even a score of 81 for a reserved category candidate means disqualification. No exceptions.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Total Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 90 | 150 | 60% |
| OBC | 82 | 150 | 55% |
| SC | 82 | 150 | 55% |
| ST | 82 | 150 | 55% |
| PwD | 82 | 150 | 55% |
Note: There is no negative marking in PSTET 2026. Your total score equals the number of correct answers out of 150. Candidates scoring below their category cutoff will not proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
How to Check PSTET Result 2026 at pstet2025.org
- Visit the official website at pstet2025.org.
- Click the Result tab and select the PSTET 2026 result link.
- Enter your registration number and password or date of birth.
- Your PSTET 2026 scorecard will display on screen with qualifying status and marks.
- Download and save your PSTET Scorecard 2026 as both a PDF and a printed copy.
Common Mistakes While Checking PSTET Result 2026
Thousands of candidates face avoidable issues on results day at pstet2025.org. Here are the five most common mistakes to avoid:
- Wrong credentials : Use your registration number, not your admit card roll number.
- Please ensure that your date of birth matches exactly as submitted in the application form, rather than using the information from Aadhaar or the 10th certificate.
- Wrong website : Only use pstet2025.org. Several fake sites use similar domain names.
- Please be sure to download the scorecard immediately to avoid any inconvenience. The portal may go offline during high traffic.
- Confusing Paper 1 and Paper 2 : Both papers have separate result links. Examine each individually.
Documents Required After Qualifying PSTET 2026
Once SCERT Punjab declares your results on April 2, 2026, keep these documents ready for Punjab teacher recruitment applications:
- PSTET 2026 scorecard and qualification certificate
- 10th, 12th, Graduation / B.Ed. / D.El.Ed. certificates
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- Punjab domicile / residence certificate
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Experience certificate, if applicable
Note: Keep both physical printouts and scanned digital copies—Punjab government recruitment portals require document uploads during online application.
PSTET Certificate Validity and Next Steps
The PSTET Eligibility Certificate is now valid for a lifetime, as per NCTE guidelines and the National Education Policy 2020; your 2026 qualification will never expire. Before NEP 2020, TET certificates were valid for only 7 years. The certificate is accepted for:
- Punjab government ETT and Master Cadre posts under the Punjab Education Department
- Private school appointments in Punjab under the RTE Act
- Select KVS/NVS recruitments that accept state TETs alongside CTET
Important: PSTET qualification alone does not guarantee a job. Punjab is expected to announce 5,000–8,000 ETT/Master Cadre posts in 2026, for which PSTET 2026 qualifiers will be eligible. Monitor the Punjab Education Department and Punjab State Teacher Recruitment Board for vacancy notifications.
If You Score Below the PSTET 2026 Cutoff
Candidates who miss the qualifying marks still have clear pathways to a teaching career in Punjab:
- Re-attempt PSTET : SCERT Punjab conducts it every 1–2 years with no attempt limit.
- Appear for CTET : Accepted for Punjab government school posts; held twice yearly (July and December).
- Identify weak areas : Use your scorecard to prioritize Child Development & Pedagogy and your optional subject.
- Join a test series : TET-specific mock tests based on previous year patterns improve scores significantly.
Punjab TET Result 2026 – FAQ’s
Q1. When will the PSTET result for 2026 be declared?
Ans: SCERT Punjab will declare the PSTET result 2026 on 2nd April 2026 at pstet2026.org. The result will be prepared based on the final answer key, published after reviewing all objections submitted between 17th and 21st March 2026.
Q2. How can I verify my PSTET 2026 result?
Ans: Visit pstet2025.org, click the Result tab, enter your registration number and password or date of birth, and download your scorecard. Use your registration number — not your admit card roll number.
Q3. What are the passing marks in PSTET 2026?
Ans: General/EWS candidates need 90 out of 150 (60%). SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates need 82 out of 150 (55%). These are fixed marks — they do not change based on difficulty or candidate count.
Q4. Is there negative marking in PSTET 2026?
Ans: No. There is no negative marking. Your total score equals the number of correct answers out of 150. Attempt all questions.
Q5. PSTET result 2026 kab aayega?
Ans: PSTET result 2026 ki expected date 2 April 2026 hai. SCERT Punjab ne exam 15 March ko conduct kiya tha aur answer key 16 March ko release ho chuki hai. Final answer key March ke last week mein aayegi, uske baad result declare hoga pstet2025.org par.
Q6. PSTET certificate ki validity kitni hai?
Ans: PSTET certificate ab lifetime valid hai NEP 2020 ke guidelines ke baad. Pehle 7 saal ki validity thi, ab ek baar qualify karne ke baad dobara exam dene ki zaroorat nahi — jab bhi Punjab mein teacher vacancy aaye, aap apply kar sakte hain.
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I'm Anuj Singh, Team Lead & Content Writer at pstet.net. Over my 10-year writing journey, I've published thousands of articles covering government exam notifications, board results, recruitment alerts, and welfare…
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