The results come just 23 days after the conclusion of the offline OMR-based examination, bringing much-awaited clarity to thousands of teacher aspirants in the state.

How to Check PSTET 2026 Result


Candidates can follow these steps to download their scorecards:

  1. Visit the official website: Go to pstet2025.org.

  2. Locate the link: Click on the "PSTET 2026 Result" or "Download Scorecard" link on the homepage.

  3. Enter Credentials: Provide your Registration Number and Password (or Date of Birth).

  4. View and Download: Once the scorecard appears, verify the details and save the PDF for future recruitment processes.


Qualifying Marks and Statistics


To clear the PSTET, candidates must meet the minimum qualifying criteria set by the board. This year, for Paper 1, a total of 28,243 candidates have qualified out of the 53,474 who applied.

CategoryQualifying Percentage
General / EWS60%
OBC / SC / ST55%

Key Highlights


  • Exam Date: The test was conducted on March 15, 2026, across various centers in Punjab.

  • Final Answer Key: SCERT released the final answer key on April 5, 2026, after addressing objections raised between March 17 and 19.

  • Validity: Following the latest guidelines, the PSTET eligibility certificate is now valid for a lifetime, providing a significant relief to candidates who previously had to deal with a seven-year expiry.

  • Next Steps: Qualified candidates will be able to download their official eligibility certificates from the portal within the next two weeks.


What’s Next for Aspirants?


The PSTET qualification is a mandatory requirement for those seeking teaching positions in government and private schools across Punjab. Paper 1 qualifies candidates to teach classes I to V, while Paper 2 is for those aiming to teach classes VI to VIII. With the results now out, successful candidates are eligible to apply for upcoming teacher recruitment drives conducted by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB).