PSTET Notification 2026 – Apply Online for Paper 1 & Paper 2, Check Exam Date, Eligibility & Syllabus
PSTET 2026 Notification has been released by SCERT Punjab for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Online applications are open till 20 February 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website for the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test scheduled on 15 March 2026.
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 20, 2026
Deadline: Feb 20, 2026 · Last date approaching
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
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A) PSTET Notification 2026
Punjab State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Punjab has released the PSTET Notification 2026 for the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test. The test is conducted for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes 1-5 (Paper 1) and Classes 6-8 (Paper 2) in Punjab government and aided schools.
The online application process has started from 06 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 20 February 2026. The examination will be conducted in offline OMR-based mode on 15 March 2026.
B) PSTET 2026 - Highlights
The PSTET 2026 exam is a mandatory eligibility test for teacher recruitment in Punjab schools. Key details are summarized below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Punjab |
| Exam Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET 2026) |
| Level | State Level Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Papers | Paper 1 (Class 1-5), Paper 2 (Class 6-8) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit |
| Exam Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://pstet2025.org/ |
C) PSTET 2026 - Important Dates
Candidates must follow the official schedule for PSTET 2026 as announced by SCERT Punjab.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 06 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 February 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 21 - 23 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | 21 - 23 February 2026 |
| PSTET Exam Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 16 March 2026 |
| Objection Window | 17 - 21 March 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | 28 March 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 02 April 2026 |
D) PSTET 2026 Vacancy Details
PSTET is an eligibility test and not a direct recruitment exam. Therefore:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | To be announced |
| Type of Exam | Eligibility Test for Teachers |
E) Eligibility Criteria for PSTET 2026
E1) Educational Qualification
For Paper 1 (Class 1-5):
- Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed or equivalent
OR - Graduation with 2-year D.El.Ed
OR - Graduation with B.Ed (as allowed in official notification)
For Paper 2 (Class 6-8):
- Graduation with 2-year D.El.Ed
OR - Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed
OR - 4-year integrated B.El.Ed / B.A.B.Ed / B.Sc.B.Ed
E2) Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | No Limit |
| Maximum Age | No Limit |
| Age Relaxation | Not Applicable |
There is no age limit for appearing in PSTET 2026.
F) PSTET 2026 Application Fee
The application fee varies as per category and number of papers applied for.
| Category | Only Paper 1 | Only Paper 2 | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Other States | ₹1100 | ₹1100 | ₹2200 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹1100 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted | Exempted | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online
G) Salary Details
PSTET is only a qualifying eligibility test.
H) Selection Process
PSTET 2026 is an eligibility examination only. There is no interview or selection process.
Stages:
- Offline OMR-based Written Examination
- Qualifying Marks Assessment
Exam Pattern Summary
Paper 1 Pattern (Class 1-5)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper 2 Pattern (Class 6-8)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Concerned Subject | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- No negative marking
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 60% (90/150) |
| OBC / SC / ST | 55% (82/150) |
Certificate Validity: 7 Years
I) Important Links
Candidates can apply online and check official information from the links below:
| Content | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://pstet2025.org/ |
| Apply Online Link | Apply link |
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 20, 2026
Deadline: Feb 20, 2026 · Last date approaching
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