CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 (OUT) LIVE Updates: Feb 7, 8 Question Paper with Answers
CTET Paper 2 Question Paper with Answer Key for February 7 is now available here for all subjects such as CDP, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. This is an unofficial key prepared by CTET subject expert.
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: The CTET Paper 2 2026 exam is being administered by the Central Board of Secondary Education on February 7 and 8. The start time for the test is 9:30 AM, and the end time is 12 PM. Our subject expert has provided the CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 below. The answers for all sets of Paper 2 exam on February 7 have been provided in the table below.
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CTET Paper 2 Question Paper and Unofficial Answer Key 2026 February 7
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CTET Paper 2 CDP Question Paper and Answer Key 2026 February 7
| Q. No. | Question | Answers |
| 1 | Read the following statements: Assertion (A): Students with poor writing abilities are often stereotyped by their teachers as 'intellectually disabled'. Reason (R): Teachers tend to have implicit bias and hold assumptions about students' learning behaviours that can affect students' growth. | Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 2 | Which of the following is not a way to promote diversity in the classroom? | Adapting behaviour based on stereotyping students according to their backgrounds and cultures. |
| 3 | Which of the following is the correct match of learning disability and challenge? | Dysgraphia - Impacts fine motor skills and spelling. |
| 4 | Students struggling with 'autism' show ease at: | Familiar and predictable routines. |
| 5 | Which statement is not correct about gifted children? | Gifted children have lower sense of curiosity and poor imagination skills. |
| 6 | Error analysis by students: | Supports students in retaining their learning. |
| 7 | Which is correct regarding declarative and procedural knowledge? | Procedural knowledge is generally process-oriented in nature. |
| 8 | Contents requiring modification of existing structures take ___ time and are retained for ___ duration. | Long, long |
| 9 | Assertion (A): Teachers should encourage goal-focused questions. Reason (R): Self-assessment helps students learn and progress. | Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 10 | In guided discovery approach: | Opportunities are provided to learners to construct knowledge for themselves. |
| 11 | Strategy NOT effective for conceptual understanding: | Asking students to memorize the definition as it is. |
| 12 | Active middle school classroom theoretical principle: | Social constructivism. |
| 13 | Assertion (A): Empathy depends on understanding others' feelings. Reason (R): Emotions and cognition are not related. | A is true, but R is false. |
| 14 | How to enable strategic self-motivated learners? | Encouraging students to develop their metacognitive knowledge and skills. |
| 15 | Example of intrinsic motivation: | Motivation driven by personal interest or enjoyment of the task. |
| 16 | Debate on biologically determined sex vs. socially constructed gender: | Nature-Nurture influences on development. |
| 17 | Search for identity is a task during: | Adolescence. |
| 18 | Assertion (A): Children learn values in overt and covert ways. Reason (R): Socialisation is a simple process of passing customs. | A is true, but R is false. |
| 19 | Ability to distinguish formal from concrete operational thinking: | Abstract logic. |
| 20 | Critique of Piaget regarding influence on development: | Culture. |
| 21 | Correctly matched pair (Kohlberg): | Punishment and Obedience orientation - Avoidance of bad consequences. |
| 22 | Similarity between Piaget and Vygotsky: | Children are involved in the process of meaning making |
| 23 | Vygotsky proposed that: | Children have a lot of potential which includes tasks they can do with others' support. |
| 24 | Assertion (A): Tests should compare specific domains. Reason (R): Intelligence is innate and cannot be nurtured. | Both A and R are false. |
| 25 | Teacher using examples of all genders for scientists is trying to: | Break gender stereotypes. |
| 26 | Assertion (A): Girls are hardworking; boys are intelligent. Reason (R): Biological brains produce all differences. | Both A and R are false. |
| 27 | Individual differences in learning preferences: | Normal depiction of diversity. |
CTET Paper 2 Mathematics Question Paper and Answer Key 2026 February 7
Questions | Answers |
Which of the following should NOT be a feature of a mathematics textbook at the primary level? | Concept should be presented from complex to simple |
| Patterns is an important mathematical concept at primary level because ? | Patterns develop the basic concepts of algebra among learners |
| Which of the following process are part of pre-number concepts in young children? | Classification, patterning, and one-to-one correspondence |
| Which of the following is an example of culturally specific knowledge that is displayed in early mathematics learning by very young children? | Number words used by the learners |
| Contemporary understanding of mathematics pedagogy is reflecting by which of the following statements? | Mathematics is for all, and all children can learn mathematics |
| Accuracy is an important nature of mathematics which is concerned with? | Accurately |
| Manipulative models, static pictures, written symbols, spoken and written language, real world situations or contexts are five ways to represent ? | Mathematics curriculum |
| A test which is administered at the end of a language course for medical teaching is | Diagnostic test |
| What is meant by “ learning by doing” in the concept of mathematics? | Learning the concept in mathematics by doing meaningful, hands -on activities related to concept |
| Journal writing by students as a ‘ Mathematics Assignment Tool’ focuses on | Encouraging students to reflect on the problems related to mathematics teaching and learning |
| A teacher uses the following riddle in the class while developing the concept of place value ‘ I am less than 5 tens and 4 ones. The objective of the riddle is to | Reinforce the concept of base 10 and place value |
| Stages of mathematical language development involve |
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| Language of mathematics learned in school should be interlinked with everyday speech because | It develops a deep understanding of the subject |
| Which of the following is NOT acceptable with regard to teaching students to solve problems based on mathematical operations? | Only one method of solving a particular roof of problem should be emphasesis |
| Which of the following problems the textbook of Class IV ‘multidisciplinary problem’? | Draw the flag of India and identify the numberof lines of symmetry in the flag |
| To asses the students competency on solving of word problems based on addition and subtraction, rubrics of assessment are | Comprehension of problems, identification of creation to be performed, representation of problem mathematically, solution of problem and presentation of problem |
| Which of the following is NOT an appropriate reason for fear of mathematics? | Mathematical Inabilities of Learners |
| By which of the following methods of teaching mathematics to children can learn by using their own unique way of solving problems in elementary classes? | Inductive method |
| A mathematics teacher asks the students to identify all the rectangles in a tangram. The above activity is appropriate for assessing the learners at which level of geometric reasoning according to the Van-Hiele | Recognition of shapes |
Continution of Mathematics Questions and Answers |
| Q. No. | Question | Correct Answer / Option |
| 31 | For teaching addition of integers at the upper primary stage, which of the following is least useful? | Use of formulas and rote memorization. |
| 32 | A sum of INR 8000 becomes INR 9500 at 7.5% p.a. in x years at simple interest. What will be the amount of the sum in the same time at 20% p.a, if interest is compounded yearly? | INR 11,520 (approx) |
| 33 | In a pie chart, the marks obtained by a student in Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Hindi, and English are represented by sectors of central angles 90°, 80°, 65°, 75°, and 50° respectively. If total marks were 540, what is the difference in marks between Mathematics and English? | 60 marks |
| 34 | The distance between the parallel sides AB and CD of a trapezium ABCD is 12 cm. If AB < CD, CD = 24 cm and AD = BC = 13 cm, then area of the trapezium (in cm²) is: | 228 |
| 35 | Which among the following Learning-Teaching Resources (LTRs) are most appropriate for visually challenged students in a mathematics classroom? | Geogebra, Taylor's abacus, and Talking calculators. |
| 36 | The cost price of an article is INR 750. It is sold for INR 608 by giving a 24% discount on its marked price. Had it been sold on its marked price, what would have been the profit per cent? | 6.67% |
| 37 | A box opened at the top is made of wood of thickness 3 cm. Its external length, breadth and height are 1.48 m, 1.16 m and 83 cm respectively. What is the cost of painting its inner surface at INR 150 per m²? | INR 825.00 |
| 38 | Cards bearing numbers 12, 13, 14, ..., 71 are kept in a box. If one card is drawn, what is the probability that the number is NOT prime? | 47/60 |
| 39 | Three consecutive integers add up to 99 when multiplied by 3, 5, and 2, respectively. What is the sum of the original first and third integers? | 18 |
| 40 | If x is the least number which must be added to 955 to make it a perfect square, then the value of 3x+2 is: | 20 |
| 41 | What is the difference between the smallest common multiple of 4, 5, and 6 and the smallest common multiple of 5, 6, and 9? | 30 |
| 42 | What is the sum of the quotient and the remainder on dividing 110111 by 11? | 10011 |
| 43 | If 112 ones + 12 thousands = 11012 + X tens, then the number in the blank space (X) is: | 110 |
| 44 | National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 recommends Sports Integrated Pedagogy. This is used in mathematics to: | Develop spatial understanding and teamwork through games. |
| 45 | Which one of the following is the most appropriate feature of mathematics textbooks at the elementary level? | Concepts should be presented from concrete to abstract. |
CTET Paper 2 Science Question Paper and Answer Key 2026 February 7
| Q. No. | Question (English) | Correct Answer / Option |
| 61 | Which of the following is a set of animals in which all show external fertilization? | Frogs, fish, starfish |
| 62 | Which vitamin deficiency causes night blindness? | Vitamin A |
| 63 | Which of the following is a synthetic fiber? | Nylon |
| 64 | "A body remains at rest until acted upon by an external force." This is: | First Law of Newton |
| 65 | Lenses used to correct short-sightedness (Myopia) are: | Concave |
| 66 | Which of the following is the basic unit of life? | Cell |
| 67 | Identify the set of micronutrients required by plants in small quantities: | Zinc, Iron, Manganese |
| 68 | Two sperm of a man fuse with two eggs of a woman. The twins formed are: | Fraternal |
| 69 | A ball is thrown up in the air. Which quantity has the same value during upward and downward motion? | Force of gravity |
| 70 | Which of the following is NOT caused due to excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides? | Soil erosion |
| 71 | Which of the following best explains the statement 'science promotes skepticism'? | Scientists judge claims based on objective empirical evidence |
| 72 | Which of the following illustrates 'science as inquiry'? | Explore factors which affect the rate of germination |
| 73 | A technique of vegetative propagation where a branch is buried in moist soil while attached to the parent is: | Layering |
| 74 | Which of the following characterize the human circulatory system? | Double circulation and closed system |
| 75 | Which of the following statements is true regarding scientific laws? | A fact is an observation repeatedly found to be true |
CTET Paper 2 Social Studies Question Paper and Answer Key 2026 February 7
| Question Number | Question | Answer |
| 31 | Which of the following statements about the 'Mahajanapadas' is correct? | Most Mahajanapadas had a fortified capital city |
| 32 | The 'Prashastis' were composed by | Learned Brahmanas |
| 33 | Which ruler of the Delhi Sultanate shifted the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad? | Muhammad bin Tughluq |
| 34 | Under the Permanent Settlement, who were recognized as 'Zamindars'? | Rajas and Taluqdars |
| 35 | The 'Veda Samaj' established in Madras in 1864 was inspired by | Brahmo Samaj |
| 36 | Which of the following is a renewable resource? | Solar energy |
| 37 | The thin layer of grainy substance covering the surface of the earth is called | Soil |
| 38 | Growing different crops in alternate rows to check soil erosion is known as | Intercropping |
| 39 | Which gas is responsible for the 'Greenhouse Effect'? | Carbon dioxide |
| 40 | The movement of people across regions and territories is called | Migration |
| 41 | The Indian Constitution was adopted on | 26th November 1949 |
| 42 | Right to Education is a Fundamental Right under Article | 21A / 21A |
| 43 | Who is the presiding officer of the Lok Sabha? | Speaker |
| 44 | The Upper House of the Indian Parliament is | Rajya Sabha |
| 45 | Aparthied' was a system of | Racial discrimination |
Social Studies Continuation (46 - 90 questions) |
| Question Number | Question | Options | Correct Answer |
| 46 | Which of the following books was written by Jyotirao Phule? | (1) Gitanjali (2) Gulamgiri (3) Hind Swaraj (4) Discovery of India | Gulamgiri |
| 47 | The 'Permanent Settlement' was introduced in 1793 by: | (1) Lord Curzon (2) Lord Cornwallis (3) Lord Dalhousie (4) Lord Bentinck | Lord Cornwallis |
| 48 | Which of the following is NOT a component of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution? | (1) Justice (2) Liberty (3) Fraternity (4) Monarchy | Monarchy |
| 49 | The 'Ryotwari System' was primarily introduced in: | (1) Bengal (2) Punjab (3) Southern and Western India (4) Awadh | Southern and Western India |
| 50 | The concept of 'Separation of Powers' implies: | (1) Power is centralized (2) Division of power between Judiciary, Executive, and Legislature (3) Military rule (4) Power is held by one person | Division of power between Judiciary, Executive, and Legislature |
| 51 | Which layer of the atmosphere contains the Ozone layer? | (1) Troposphere (2) Stratosphere (3) Mesosphere (4) Thermosphere | Stratosphere |
| 52 | Black Soil' is most suitable for the cultivation of: | (1) Wheat (2) Cotton (3) Rice (4) Tea | Cotton |
| 53 | The process of conversion of water vapor into liquid water is: | (1) Evaporation (2) Condensation (3) Precipitation (4) Sublimation | Condensation |
| 54 | Who was the first Viceroy of India? | (1) Lord Canning (2) Lord Mountbatten (3) Lord William Bentinck (4) Lord Mayo | Lord Canning |
| 55 | The 'Silk Route' was famous for the trade of: | (1) Spices (2) Silk (3) Gold (4) Cotton | Silk |
| 56 | Which of the following is a primary activity? | (1) Banking (2) Manufacturing (3) Agriculture (4) Teaching | Agriculture |
| 57 | The imaginary lines running from North Pole to South Pole are: | (1) Latitudes (2) Longitudes (3) Equator (4) Tropics | (2) Longitudes |
| 58 | Who chaired the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution? | (1) Dr. Rajendra Prasad (2) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (3) Jawaharlal Nehru (4) Sardar Patel | (2) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar |
| 59 | The largest producer of Bauxite in the world is: | (1) Brazil (2) India (3) Australia (4) China | (3) Australia |
| 60 | Which article of the Constitution protects the right to life? | (1) Article 14 (2) Article 19 (3) Article 21 (4) Article 32 | (3) Article 21 |
| 61 | Rocks that contain fossils are: | (1) Igneous (2) Sedimentary (3) Metamorphic (4) Volcanic | (2) Sedimentary |
| 62 | The 'Bhakti Movement' emphasized: | (1) Rituals (2) Caste system (3) Devotion to God (4) Idol worship only | (3) Devotion to God |
| 63 | An example of an agro-based industry is: | (1) Iron and Steel (2) Sugar Industry (3) IT Industry (4) Automobile | (2) Sugar Industry |
| 64 | Who led the salt satyagraha? | (1) Bhagat Singh (2) Mahatma Gandhi (3) Subhas Chandra Bose (4) Lala Lajpat Rai | (2) Mahatma Gandhi |
| 65 | The minimum age for voting in India is: | (1) 16 years (2) 18 years (3) 21 years (4) 25 years | (2) 18 years |
| 66 | Which of the following is a non-metal mineral? | (1) Iron (2) Copper (3) Limestone (4) Bauxite | (3) Limestone |
| 67 | The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was initiated by: | (1) Lord Wellesley (2) Lord Dalhousie (3) Lord Clive (4) Lord Hastings | (2) Lord Dalhousie |
| 68 | Terrace Farming' is common in: | (1) Coastal areas (2) Hilly regions (3) Deserts (4) Plains | (2) Hilly regions |
| 69 | The Speaker of Lok Sabha is elected by: | (1) The President (2) Prime Minister (3) Members of Lok Sabha (4) Citizens | (3) Members of Lok Sabha |
| 70 | Which planet is known as Earth's Twin? | (1) Mars (2) Venus (3) Jupiter (4) Saturn | (2) Venus |
| 71 | The 'Quit India Movement' started in: | (1) 1920 (2) 1930 (3) 1942 (4) 1947 | (3) 1942 |
| 72 | Mixed farming involves: | (1) Only crops (2) Only livestock (3) Both crops and livestock (4) Only fruits | (3) Both crops and livestock |
| 73 | The Indian Parliament consists of: | (1) Lok Sabha (2) Rajya Sabha (3) President, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha (4) Prime Minister | (3) President, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha |
| 74 | Silicon Valley is located in: | (1) Bangalore (2) California (3) London (4) Tokyo | (2) California |
| 75 | Who wrote 'Satyarth Prakash'? | (1) Raja Ram Mohan Roy (2) Dayananda Saraswati (3) Swami Vivekananda (4) Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar | (2) Dayananda Saraswati |
| 76 | Suitable method for teaching 'Diversity': | (1) Lecture (2) Dictation (3) Discussion and case studies (4) Rote learning | (3) Discussion and case studies |
| 77 | Critical thinking is promoted by: | (1) Memorizing facts (2) Answering yes/no questions (3) Analyzing multiple perspectives (4) Following one textbook | (3) Analyzing multiple perspectives |
| 78 | Primary source for history: | (1) History textbook (2) Documentary film (3) Archeological remains (4) Wikipedia | (3) Archeological remains |
| 79 | Purpose of field trips in Geography: | (1) Entertainment (2) Collecting primary data (3) Breaking routine (4) Grading | (2) Collecting primary data |
| 80 | Formative assessment is used to: | (1) Rank students (2) Monitor progress during learning (3) Final grading (4) Punish students | (2) Monitor progress during learning |
| 81 | Which of the following is a secondary source? | (1) Diary (2) Autobiography (3) Biography (4) Original letter | (3) Biography |
| 82 | Maps are used to develop: | (1) Calculation skills (2) Spatial understanding (3) Memorization (4) Handwriting | (2) Spatial understanding |
| 83 | Role plays are effective for: | (1) Silent reading (2) Understanding social issues (3) Drawing (4) Weight lifting | (2) Understanding social issues |
| 84 | Constructivist approach emphasizes: | (1) Teacher's lecture (2) Active participation of learners (3) Strict discipline (4) Copying from board | (2) Active participation of learners |
| 85 | Inquiry-based learning starts with: | (1) Answers (2) Questions (3) Evaluation (4) Silence | (2) Questions |
| 86 | Artifacts help in teaching: | (1) Grammar (2) History (3) Algebra (4) Physical education | (2) History |
| 87 | Gender sensitizing' classrooms avoid: | (1) Inclusivity (2) Stereotypes (3) Interaction (4) Equality | (2) Stereotypes |
| 88 | Concept maps are used for: | (1) Drawing boundaries (2) Organizing information (3) Physical fitness (4) Spelling | (2) Organizing information |
| 89 | Cooperative learning involves: | (1) Working alone (2) Working in groups (3) Competing (4) Staying quiet | (2) Working in groups |
| 90 | Summative assessment takes place: | (1) Every day (2) At the beginning (3) At the end of a term (4) Before teaching | (3) At the end of a term |
CTET Paper 2 English Question Paper and Answer Key 2026 February 7
| Q. No. | Question | Correct Answer / Option |
| 91 | The primary goal of teaching English at the elementary level is: | (2) To develop basic communication skills. |
| 92 | In a language classroom, 'Errors' are seen as: | (3) Learning steps that provide insight into a child’s thinking. |
| 93 | Which of the following is a productive skill? | (4) Speaking and Writing. |
| 94 | A teacher uses real objects like toys, pictures, and maps to teach vocabulary. These are called: | (1) Realia. |
| 95 | Skimming' a text means: | (2) Reading rapidly to get the general overview or gist. |
| 96 | Which approach emphasizes the importance of 'meaning-making' over 'rote-memorization'? | (3) Constructivist approach. |
| 97 | The concept of 'Universal Grammar' was proposed by: | (1) Noam Chomsky. |
| 98 | When a child says "I goed to the park" instead of "I went," it is an example of: | (2) Overgeneralization of rules. |
| 99 | Remedial teaching is intended for students who: | (4) Are lagging behind in certain specific areas of learning. |
| 100 | A language teacher should focus on: | (2) Creating a language-rich environment for students. |
| 101 | Intensive reading' refers to: | (3) Reading in detail for specific information and deeper understanding. |
| 102 | The 'Three-Language Formula' in India was first recommended by: | (2) Kothari Commission (1964-66). |
| 103 | Storytelling as a pedagogical tool is most effective for: | (1) Developing listening and imagination skills. |
| 104 | Formative Assessment in English language learning is: | (3) An ongoing process to monitor progress and provide feedback. |
| 105 | Phonology is the study of: | (4) The sound system of a language. |
| 106 | Which of the following helps in developing 'Critical Literacy'? | (2) Encouraging students to question the underlying messages in a text. |
| 107 | A 'Cloze Test' is used to evaluate: | (1) Reading comprehension and vocabulary usage. |
| 108 | In a multilingual classroom, the teacher should: | (3) Treat all languages as a resource for learning. |
| 109 | Language acquisition occurs when: | (1) A child learns a language naturally without formal instruction. |
| 110 | Morphology' refers to the study of: | (2) The structure and formation of words. |
| 111 | (Based on a provided passage) What is the main theme of the text? | (3) The importance of biodiversity in ecosystems. |
| 112 | According to the passage, what is the primary cause of habitat loss? | (4) Rapid urbanization and industrialization. |
| 113 | Which word in the passage is a synonym for 'Abundant'? | (1) Plentiful. |
| 114 | Which part of speech is the underlined word 'extensively' in the third paragraph? | (2) Adverb. |
| 115 | (Based on a provided poem) The poet compares 'hope' to: | (3) A bird with feathers. |
| 116 | What is the rhyme scheme of the first stanza? | (1) ABAB. |
| 117 | The figure of speech used in the line "The sun smiled down on us" is: | (4) Personification. |
| 118 | What does the poet mean by 'gale' in the context of the poem? | (2) A strong wind representing life’s difficulties. |
| 119 | Effective writing requires: | (3) Logical organization of ideas and appropriate vocabulary. |
| 120 | Summative Assessment is conducted: | (2) At the end of a course or term to grade achievement. |
While waiting for the CBSE to provide the Official Provisional Answer Key, which should arrive about 15 days after the test, candidates should utilise these insights for a preliminary assessment. All of the multiple-choice questions and their corresponding answers will be included in the answer key. Candidates can use it to analyse their exam results and predict their scores. According to the marking scheme for the CTET Paper 2 exam 2026, each right response will receive one mark, while incorrect or ignored questions will not result in any deduction of marks.
About Sakunth Kumar - CTET Subject Expert |
Sakunth Kumar, a renowned educator and subject-matter expert, provided the full test analysis and set-by-set solution keys for the CTET 2026 Paper 2. Having passed the December 2024 CTET and the February 2024 APTET, Sakunth Kumar has a thorough understanding of the subtleties of the test.
Disclaimer:This is an unofficial key provided by the subject expert, and there might be some errors. Test takers are advised to consider this answer key as a basic reference and wait for the official key that will be released by CBSE after few days.
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CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 LIVE Updates
Feb 09, 2026 07:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: CTET Cutoff 2020
Check the CTET Cutoff 2020 here, as per the official records, to know the cutoffs for CTET 2026 as a reference. The cutoffs may vary depending on the CTET 2026 final answer key.
Category
Cutoff Marks General
87
OBC
85
SC
80
ST
80
Feb 09, 2026 06:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: CTET Cutoff 2021
Check the CTET Cutoff 2021 here, as per the official records, to know the cutoffs for CTET 2026 as a reference. The cutoffs may vary depending on the CTET 2026 final answer key.
Category
Cutoff Marks General
90
OBC
85
SC
85
ST
85
Feb 09, 2026 05:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: CTET Cutoff 2022
Check the CTET Cutoff 2022 here, as per the official records, to know the cutoffs for CTET 2026 as a reference. The cutoffs may vary depending on the CTET 2026 final answer key.
Category
Cutoff Marks OBC
85
SC
80
General
87
ST
80
Feb 09, 2026 04:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: CTET Cutoff 2023
Check the CTET Cutoff 2023 here, as per the official records, to know the cutoffs for CTET 2026 as a reference. The cutoffs may vary depending on the CTET 2026 final answer key.
Category
Cutoff Marks
General
87-90
OBC
82-87
SC
78-83
ST
78-83
Feb 09, 2026 03:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: CTET Cutoff 2024
Check the CTET Cutoff 2024 here, as per the official records, to know the cutoffs for CTET 2026 as a reference. The cutoffs may vary depending on the CTET 2026 final answer key.
Category
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Out of 150)
Minimum Qualifying Percentage (in %)
General
90
60
SC/ST/OBC/PwD
82
55
Feb 09, 2026 02:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: CTET Cutoff Marks
The cutoffs will be released through the official website for candidates to check. Cutoffs will only be released after the results have been announced. Candidates shall note that several factors are considered in declaring the final cutoffs. Candidates must ensure to meet the required cutoff marks.
Feb 09, 2026 01:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Weeding Out Rules
According to the CBSE examination weeding out guidelines, the Central Teacher Eligibility Test record is kept for a maximum of two months after the date of result declaration. It will then be disposed of in accordance with the Weeding Out regulations. Candidates shall note the weeding out rules and accordingly approach in case of any doubts.
Feb 09, 2026 12:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Who will be issued the certificate?
Only the candidates who qualify for the minimum passing marks will be issued the Pass Certificate. Merely appearing for the exam and not meeting the minimum required passing marks will not lead to issuance of the passing certificate. Candidates may, however, reappear to qualify in the next CTET exam round.
Feb 08, 2026 11:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: How to Download Certificate? (Part 2)
Follow these steps to download the Passing Certificate through DigiLocker as soon as issued by CBSE:
- Select the Teacher Eligibility Test Certificate or Marksheet.
- Enter the necessary information, such as your year or roll number.
- Click "Get Document" after checking the box.
- Your DigiLocker account will get a download of your CTET 2026 certificate.
Feb 08, 2026 10:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: How to Download Certificate? (Part 1)
Follow these steps to download the Passing Certificate through DigiLocker as soon as issued by CBSE:
- Go to digilocker.gov.in or use the DigiLocker app.
- Use your Aadhaar or mobile number to log in.
- Navigate to the "Get More Now" or "Issued Documents" sections.
- As the issuer, choose the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), located in Delhi.
Feb 08, 2026 09:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: When will Certificate be issued?
As soon as the CTET Result 2026 is released, the scorecard will be available to download. However, the Certificate will only be issued much later. The certificate will be released online through the official website for candidates to download online. Most likely the certificates are released 30 days after the results are released.
Feb 08, 2026 08:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Expected Result Date
Following the past patterns, the CTET 2026 Result should be expected to be released within 30 to 45 days from the exam date. While CBSE has not officially released a result date, candidates must note that the results will only be declared after the Final CTET Paper 2 Answer Key 2026 is released.
Feb 08, 2026 07:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Where to apply?
Applicants with a current CTET certificate may apply for teaching positions at schools connected with the CBSE, including:
- Kendriya Vidyalayas
- Navodaya Vidyalayas
- Army Public Schools
- Central Tibetan Schools
- Private CBSE schools that are recognised
For opportunities that correspond to the appropriate teaching level, qualified applicants from Paper 1 (for classes I–V) and Paper 2 (for classes VI–VIII) may apply.
Feb 08, 2026 06:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Experts Review
As per the reviews of the subject-expert, Sakunth Kumar, on CTET Paper 2 exam 2026:
- The question paper was moderately difficult and included multiple PYQs.
- It was a scoring paper with some tricky questions from the CDP and Mathematics.
- Most SST questions were easily doable.
- Language-I and Language-II were also easy and quite simple.
Feb 08, 2026 05:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Day 2 Expected Good Attempts
Based on the analysis of the CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026, the expected good attempts is listed here:
CTET Paper 2 Section Expected Good Attempts Child Development and Pedagogy 22 to 26 Language-I (English) 22 to 24 Language II (Hindi) 22 to 24 Mathematics & Science/Social Science 36 to 43 Overall 102 to 117 Feb 08, 2026 04:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Detailed Analysis
As per the subject-expert, the difficulty level of the CTET Paper 2 Question Paper 2026 is provided here for all the subjects:
CTET Paper 2 Section Reported Difficulty Level Child Development and Pedagogy Easy to Moderate Language-I (English) Easy Language II (Hindi) Easy Mathematics & Science/Social Science Moderate Feb 08, 2026 03:00 PM IST
Is CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 Out?
The CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 is being updated here. Stay tuned with the live blog to collect the questions and answers for all the subjects here and accordingly analyse your performance on the February 8, 2026, question paper. Questions for all subjects shall be available here.
Feb 08, 2026 02:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Day 2 Candidates Reviews (2)
Rajiv, another aspirant from Delhi, shares that the question paper was doable. He has attempted a total of 108 questions and is quite confident of scoring above 90 marks. He had appeared for the SST paper and shares the questions were good and is expecting a good score.
Feb 08, 2026 01:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Day 2 Candidates Reviews (1)
Sikha, an aspirant from Delhi, has shared her experience on the CTET Paper 2 2026 exam. She stated that the mathematics section was slightly time-consuming. Overall, the question paper was good and included multiple previous years' questions. Child Development & Pedagogy was tricky and confusing according to her.
Feb 08, 2026 12:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Day 2 Exam Concludes
The CTET 2026 Paper 2 exam ends now. Soon, the detailed analysis of the question paper along with the CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 will be updated here. Refer to the questions and answers for reference, and accordingly analyse your expected scores with the help of the unofficial answer key.
Feb 08, 2026 11:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Last one hour left!
Only an hour is left for the Day 2 CTET Paper 2 2026 exam to end. Candidates should buckle up their speed to complete the question paper. Based on the reviews of the candidates and availability, the detailed CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 will be updated here soon after the shift ends.
Feb 08, 2026 10:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Expected Difficulty Level
Considering the Day 1 Paper 2 CTET 2026 exam, the Day 2 exam is expected to be equally rated at the difficulty level. The difficulty level is expected to be Moderate. However, actual difficulty level will be known only after the exam ends.
Feb 08, 2026 09:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Day 2 Exam to begin soon!
For CTET 2026 Paper 2, Day 2 Shift 1 exam will begin at 9:30 AM as per the schedule. Candidates to appear for the exam should enter the exam hall now. The entrance is now open for the candidates to enter. Late arrivals will not be accepted, so, it is best to enter the exam hall soon.
Feb 08, 2026 08:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Can you retake CTET exam?
Candidates can retake the CTET tests if they want to raise their score or if they didn't pass the first time. Important things to remember:
- A new certificate will be given out for higher scores.
- The number of attempts is unlimited.
- Each qualifying attempt is subject to lifetime validity separately.
Feb 08, 2026 07:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Usage of Pass Certificate
When applying for teaching positions, the CTET certificate is necessary as proof of eligibility. Applicants may:
- During the online hiring process, upload the certificate.
- During verification rounds or school interviews, provide a printed copy.
- Use it to apply to state-aided schools where CTET is required, as well as Central Government schools.
Feb 08, 2026 06:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Validity of Pass Certificate
For all categories, the CTET certificate 2026 is valid for life. Candidates do not need to renew their certificates in order to apply for teaching positions at central government schools once they are competent. Additionally, there is no cap on the number of attempts; applicants are free to reappear to raise their scores.
Feb 08, 2026 05:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Issue of Pass Certificate
Candidates who pass the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) are awarded the CTET certificate 2026 by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The certificate is only available for download via DigiLocker's official website or mobile app. Following the release of the CTET 2026 results, candidates can view their eligibility certificate and CTET marksheet.
Feb 08, 2026 04:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Qualifying Marks
Check the qualifying marks for CTET Paper 2 2026 here to know the chances of passing the CTET 2026 exam. Only the candidates who score the minimum required marks will be issued the passing certificate.
Category Qualifying percentage
Total marks
Qualifying marks
General 60%
150
90
OBC/ SC/ ST
55% 150 82.5 Feb 08, 2026 03:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: What to expect for Next Shift? (3)
Here is all to know before the CTET Paper 2 exam 2026, February 8, to be prepared accordingly for the exam and attempt it to score well:
Child Development & Pedagogy
Will be scoring; well-known themes and theory-driven. Understanding why and how questions were important.
Hindi
Prioritise case-based learning, scaffolding, multilingualism, pedagogy, and comprehension; use little to no grammar (1–2 Qs).
Feb 08, 2026 02:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: What to expect for Next Shift? (2)
Here is all to know before the CTET Paper 2 exam 2026, February 8, to be prepared accordingly for the exam and attempt it to score well:
Social Science (SST)
Above average in social science (SST); a combination of static and PYQs (economics, geography, history, and politics). Certain questions necessitated careful thinking and elimination.
Feb 08, 2026 01:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: What to expect for Next Shift? (1)
Here is all to know before the CTET Paper 2 exam 2026, February 8, to be prepared accordingly for the exam and attempt it to score well:
Science and Math
Triangles, parallelograms, probability, fractions, mean-median-mode, geometry, and fundamental solids. primarily conceptual and formula-based, with several recent modifications.
Feb 08, 2026 12:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Important Topics for February 8 (6)
For candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 Paper 2 exam on February 8, here is the list of the important topics to be covered from the Social Studies/Social Science section for the reference of the aspirants:
Civics
- Indian Constitution
- Government
- Democracy
- Parliament
- Local bodies
Feb 07, 2026 11:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Important Topics for February 8 (5)
For candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 Paper 2 exam on February 8, here is the list of the important topics to be covered from the Social Studies/Social Science section for the reference of the aspirants:
Geography
- Earth & solar system
- Environment
- Resources
- Agriculture
Feb 07, 2026 10:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Important Topics for February 8 (4)
For candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 Paper 2 exam on February 8, here is the list of the important topics to be covered from the Social Studies/Social Science section for the reference of the aspirants:
History
- Ancient India
- Medieval India
- Modern India
- National movements
Feb 07, 2026 09:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Important Topics for February 8 (3)
For candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 Paper 2 exam on February 8, here is the list of the important topics to be covered from the Mathematics section for the reference of the aspirants:
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Number system
- Ratio & proportion
- Pedagogy of Maths
Feb 07, 2026 08:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Important Topics for February 8 (2)
For candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 Paper 2 exam on February 8, here is the list of the important topics to be covered from the Science section for the reference of the aspirants:
- Food
- Materials
- Moving things
- Human body
- Motion, force
- Light, sound
- Natural resources
- Science pedagogy
Feb 07, 2026 07:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Important Topics for February 8 (1)
For candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 Paper 2 exam on February 8, here is the list of the important topics to be covered from the Child Development & Pedagogy section for the reference of the aspirants:
- Growth & development
- Learning theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg)
- Adolescence behavior
- Classroom management
- Pedagogy-based questions
Feb 07, 2026 06:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Tips for February 8 (2)
Candidates who will be appearing for the CTET Paper 2 exam on February 8 shall refer to the tips listed here to prepare for the exam:
- Conceptual Clarity: Go beyond simple memorisation and comprehend the "why" underlying ideas.
- Practice and Revision: Make regular revisions to pedagogical theories, formulas, and attempted writings.
- Try answering the scoring questions. Secure simple marks first, then go on to more difficult ones.
Feb 07, 2026 05:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Tips for February 8 (1)
Candidates who will be appearing for the CTET Paper 2 exam on February 8, shall refer to the tips listed here to prepare for the exam:
- Set CDP, Language I & II, Math, and EVS/Science as your top priorities.
- Time management: complete 150 questions in 2.5 hours; use practice exams.
Feb 07, 2026 04:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Expected Good Attempts
After reviewing the detailed analysis of the CTET paper 2 exam 2026, the expected good attempts overall, as well as for each section is listed here for reference of the test takers:
CTET Paper 2 Section Expected Good Attempts Child Development and Pedagogy 22 to 23 Language-I (English) 25 to 26 Language II (Hindi) 26 to 27 Mathematics & Science/Social Science 42 to 47 Overall 115 to 125 Feb 07, 2026 03:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Difficulty Level
Check the detailed difficulty level for CTET Paper 2 here and accordingly anlayse your performance for the CTET 2026 exam:
CTET Paper 2 Section Reported Difficulty Level Child Development and Pedagogy Moderate Language-I (English) Easy to Moderate Language II (Hindi) Easy Mathematics & Science/Social Science Moderate to Difficult Feb 07, 2026 02:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Student Reviews (2)
"This year's Hindi questions were pretty simple," one candidate said. "Maths was challenging, and I felt hurried toward the end," said another. Feedback on the Social Science section made clear how conceptual clarity was needed. Overall it was moderate level of difficulty question paper.
Feb 07, 2026 01:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Student Reviews (1)
Based on student reviews, the Hindi language portion was simple for many applicants. On the other hand, the portions on mathematics and science/social science were more difficult. According to some test-takers, the Pedagogy portion called for critical thinking. Time management was a concern for many, according to detailed responses.
Feb 07, 2026 12:00 PM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Exam time ends!
The exam has now ended. Candidates will soon come out of the exam centre. After interviewing the test takers, the detailed analysis of the question paper will be provided here. Both questions and answers for CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 will also be updated soon!
Feb 07, 2026 11:00 AM IST
Can you raise objections to CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026?
No, you cannot file objections to CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026, as it is unofficial answer key and is prepared by subject-expert. Although the answers will be accurate,theya re not binding and not official. However, when the official answer key releases, you may file objections to it, through the website.
Feb 07, 2026 10:00 AM IST
Official CTET Paper 2 Answer Key 2026 Release Date
The official CTET Paper 2 Answer Key 2026 will be released on the official website within 10 to 15 days from the exam date. Test takers must access the official answer key, check their expected scores and raise objections, if any. Until then, the CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 will guide you to know the expected scores.
Feb 07, 2026 09:30 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Exam Begins!
For Paper 2 CTET 2026 exam begins. The exam will be conducted for 2 hours and 30 minutes, and will end at 12 PM. Soon after the Shift 1 exam ends, the detailed analysis of the examination and CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 will be updated here for all questions.
Feb 07, 2026 09:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Exam to begin soon!
Only 30 minutes are left for the CTET Paper 2 exam 2026 to begin. Candidates appearing for the exam have mostly entered the exam hall. The gates will be closing soon. Once the gates are closed, no candidate will be allowed to enter. Candidates must only leave after the exam time ends.
Feb 07, 2026 08:30 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Entry to exam center Opens!
The gates have been opened for entrance at all the exam centres. Candidates appearing for the exams are now entering the exam centre after careful verification at the entrance of the exam centre. The admit cards and ID proofs are being checked before entering the exam hall. Late entry will not be entertained.
Feb 07, 2026 08:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Checklist before Exam
Here is a checklist of the items that candidates must carry along for the CTET 2026 exam to be allowed to enter the exam hall.
- CTET Admit Card 2026
- Valid ID Proof
Before entering the exam hall, make sure not to carry any of the prohibited items to avoid cancellation.
Feb 07, 2026 07:30 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026: Know the Subject-Expert
For the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), Sakunth Kumar is acknowledged as a subject matter expert. Having passed the CTET exam in December 2024, Sakunth has firsthand knowledge of the testing procedure. He can offer perspectives that are both theoretically sound and empirically validated because he is a certified English and Social Studies teacher.
Feb 07, 2026 07:00 AM IST
CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 to be provided here!
Soon after the shift ends, the CTET Paper 2 Unofficial Answer Key 2026 will be updated here along with a detailed analysis. The answer key and the analysis will be provided by a subject-matter expert, Sakunth Kumar, who is well-experienced with the CTET exam format.