Result Declared | April 7, 2026 | SCERT Punjab
The long wait is finally over. SCERT Punjab has officially declared the PSTET Result 2026 today, April 7, 2026 — just 23 days after the exam was conducted on March 15. More than 1.5 lakh candidates who appeared for Paper 1 and Paper 2 can now log in at pstet2025.org to check their scorecard and qualifying status.
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PSTET Result 2026 — Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2026 |
| Conducted By | SCERT Punjab (in association with GNDU) |
| Exam Date | March 15, 2026 |
| Result Date | April 7, 2026 |
| Official Website | pstet2025.org |
| Result Mode | Online only |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number + Password |
How to Check and Download PSTET Result 2026
Follow these steps to access your scorecard:
- Visit the official website: pstet2025.org
- Click on the PSTET Result 2026 link on the homepage.
- Enter your Registration Number and Password on the login page.
- Click Submit. Your scorecard will appear showing your paper-wise marks and qualifying status.
- Download the scorecard PDF and take a printout — you will need it during document verification for any teacher recruitment process.
Note: The portal may be slow due to heavy traffic. Try accessing it during off-peak hours and always use only pstet2025.org. Several fake websites with similar domain names are circulating — do not enter your credentials anywhere else.
What Does the PSTET 2026 Scorecard Contain?
Your scorecard is the official document certifying your eligibility. It includes the following details:
- Candidate’s name and roll number
- Date of birth and father’s/mother’s name
- Social category (General/SC/ST/OBC)
- Marks obtained in Paper 1 (out of 150)
- Marks obtained in Paper 2 (out of 150)
- Overall qualifying status (Pass/Fail)
PSTET 2026 Qualifying Marks (Cut-off)
To be declared qualified, candidates must meet the following minimum marks:
| Category | Minimum Marks Required | Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 out of 150 | 60% |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwD | 82 out of 150 | 55% |
There is no negative marking in PSTET. Each correct answer carries +1 mark, and unattempted or wrong answers carry 0.
PSTET 2026 Exam Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam conducted | March 15, 2026 |
| Provisional answer key released | March 16, 2026 |
| Objection window | March 17–19, 2026 |
| Final answer key released | April 5, 2026 |
| Result declared | April 7, 2026 |
Dr. Amit Kauts, coordinator for the test, confirmed that the university worked to ensure results were out within a record time of one month from the exam date. This is significantly faster than the previous cycle, where results took nearly three months to be declared.
Forgot Your Password? Here’s How to Reset It
- Go to pstet2025.org and open the login page.
- Click on “Forgot Password?” or “Trouble Logging In?”
- Enter your registered mobile number or email ID.
- You will receive an OTP or a reset link — follow the instructions to regain access.
Qualified? Here’s What You Should Do Next
1. Download and save your PSTET eligibility certificate
Qualified candidates’ scorecards and certificates will be made available for download within 2 weeks of the result declaration. Keep both a digital PDF and a printed copy, as recruitment portals require document uploads during online applications.
2. Use the correction window if needed
A 2-day correction window will be provided after result declaration for candidates who qualify. Qualified candidates can send their requests to helpdesk@pstet2025.org for limited corrections during this allotted window. Do not send correction requests before this window is officially announced.
3. Know your certificate’s validity
The PSTET certificate is valid for lifetime as per the Supreme Court order dated February 2024, which struck down the earlier 7-year validity limit for all CTET/TET certificates across India. This means your 2026 qualification will never expire and you will not need to reappear for the test.
4. Apply for teacher vacancies in Punjab
Clearing PSTET makes you eligible — but it does not guarantee a teaching job. You must separately apply for teacher recruitment notifications when released. Paper 1 qualifiers are eligible for Classes 1–5 (Primary Teacher) posts, and Paper 2 qualifiers for Classes 6–8 (Upper Primary Teacher) posts. Monitor the Department of School Education Punjab and the Punjab State Teacher Recruitment Board portal for upcoming vacancies.
5. Keep these documents ready
For any upcoming recruitment application, keep the following prepared:
- PSTET 2026 scorecard and eligibility certificate
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Graduation / B.Ed. / D.El.Ed. degree certificates
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
About the PSTET 2026 Exam
More than 1.5 lakh candidates appeared for PSTET 2026, conducted offline on March 15, 2026, at multiple centres across Punjab. The exam was held in two shifts: Paper 1 for primary teachers (Classes I–V) in the morning, and Paper 2 for elementary teachers (Classes VI–VIII) in the afternoon.
The result has been declared by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Punjab, and will now determine candidates’ eligibility for teaching Classes 1–5 and 6–8 in government schools across Punjab.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the PSTET Result 2026 officially out? Yes. SCERT Punjab officially declared the PSTET 2026 result on April 7, 2026. The scorecard download link is active at pstet2025.org.
What credentials do I need to check my result? You need your registration number and password. Use the “Forgot Password” option on the login page if you need to reset it.
What is the minimum score to pass PSTET 2026? General category candidates need 90 out of 150 (60%). SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates need 82 out of 150 (55%).
How long is the PSTET certificate valid? The PSTET eligibility certificate is now valid for a lifetime, following the Supreme Court’s February 2024 ruling. You do not need to reappear for the exam.
What if there is an error in my scorecard details? Qualified candidates can write to helpdesk@pstet2025.org during the 2-day correction window that SCERT will announce post-result. Do not send requests before the window opens.
Does qualifying PSTET guarantee a teaching job? No. PSTET is an eligibility test. Qualifying makes you eligible to apply for teaching vacancies, but selection depends on a separate recruitment process.
For the latest updates on PSTET 2026 results, certificate downloads, and Punjab teacher recruitment notifications, bookmark the official website: pstet2025.org.