The final answer key for Punjab State Eligibility Teacher Test (PSTET) 2026 has been released by the Punjab School Education Board on April 5, 2026, for both Paper 1 (Primary Level) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary Level).
The examination was conducted on March 15, 2026, and determines the eligibility of candidates aspiring to teach classes 1 to 8 across Punjab. The final answer key comes after reviewing all objections raised against the provisional version, and providing candidates with the correct answers to all 150 questions on each paper. Candidates can now estimate their scores and predict their qualifying status ahead of the official results expected in early April.
A PSTET certificate, valid for seven years, will be awarded to successful candidates.
How to download PSTET 2026 final answer key
Candidates who have appeared for the PSTET exam can access the final answer keys by following the steps below:
- Go to pstet2025.org.
- Click on “PSTET 2026 Final Answer Key”.
- Select your paper (1 or 2) and series (A/B/C/D).
- Download the PDF file.
- Check your answers to estimate your score.
Direct link to download the PSTET final answer key.
PSTET 2026 exam details and marking scheme
Each paper consists of 150 questions, with one mark awarded for each correct answer and no negative marking. Paper 1 is aimed at candidates for classes 1 to 5, while Paper 2 is for classes 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 raw scores and evaluate their chances of qualifying for teaching positions across the state.Candidates are advised to download the final answer key and check their answers carefully. The official results of PSTET 2026 are expected to be announced soon, after which successful candidates will receive their eligibility certificates.
