The official PSTET 2026 notification is now available. Get complete details on exam date, Paper 1 & Paper 2 eligibility, application fees, syllabus, exam pattern, and the online application procedure at pstet2025.org.
📄 Overview
| Organization | School Education Department, Punjab |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) |
| Exam year | 2026 |
| Exam Date | 15 March |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | pstet2025.org |
📅 Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 6 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 6 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee | 20 February 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | 21 – 23 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | 10 March 2026 |
| PSTET 2026 Exam Date | 15 March 2026 (Sunday) |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 16 March 2026 |
| Objection Window | 17 – 21 March 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | 28 March 2026 |
| PSTET 2026 Result | 2 April 2026 |
✅ PSTET Eligibility Criteria 2026
📍 Nationality & Age Limit
- Applicants must be Indian citizens to apply for PSTET 2026
- No minimum or maximum age limit is prescribed for PSTET
📍 Paper 1 Eligibility (Class 1 to 5)
- Senior Secondary (10+2) with 50% marks + 2-Year D.El.Ed (final year candidates eligible)
- Senior Secondary with 45–50% marks + 2-Year D.El.Ed as per NCTE norms
- Graduation + 2-Year D.El.Ed or B.Ed (as permitted in PSTET notification)
- Qualification must be recognized by NCTE
- Refer official PSTET 2026 notification for exact combinations
📍 Paper 2 Eligibility (Class 6 to 8)
- Graduation + 2-Year D.El.Ed (final year candidates can apply)
- Graduation with 50% marks + 1-Year B.Ed
- 4-Year Integrated B.El.Ed / B.A.B.Ed / B.Sc.B.Ed
- Teacher education qualification must be approved by NCTE
- Detailed eligibility & category-wise relaxation mentioned in official PSTET PDF
📘 PSTET Exam Pattern 2026
📍 Level 1 (Class 1 to 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 Marks: 150 | Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (150 Minutes)
📍 Level 2 (Class 6 to 8)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics Science | 60 | 60 |
| Social Studies / Social Science | 60 | 60 |
Total Marks: 150 | Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (150 Minutes)
📚 PSTET Syllabus Overview 2026
The official PSTET 2026 syllabus is prescribed in the notification and available on the examination portal. It focuses on child development, language proficiency, subject knowledge, and teaching pedagogy to assess candidates’ readiness for teaching at elementary and upper primary levels.
📍 Child Development & Pedagogy
- Principles of child growth, learning processes, and development stages
- Inclusive education and addressing the needs of diverse learners
- Understanding children with special needs
- Teaching methods and pedagogy suitable for elementary classes
📍 Language I & Language II
- Reading comprehension and unseen passages
- Grammar usage and vocabulary enhancement
- Language skills and communication ability
- Pedagogical approaches to language learning and development
📍 Mathematics & Environmental Studies (Paper 1)
- Fundamental mathematical concepts and applications
- Problem-solving techniques and logical reasoning
- Environmental awareness and everyday science topics
- Teaching-learning strategies and subject pedagogy for primary level
📍 Subject-Specific Syllabus (Paper 2)
- Mathematics & Science or Social Studies as per the selected subject
- Core concepts aligned with upper primary curriculum
- Subject-based teaching methods and classroom pedagogy
Candidates are advised to download the topic-wise PSTET 2026 syllabus PDF and prepare strategically by focusing on conceptual understanding along with pedagogy sections.
🎯 PSTET 2026 Qualifying Marks & Certificate Validity
To be declared PSTET 2026 qualified, candidates must secure the minimum cut-off marks prescribed by SCERT Punjab. The qualifying percentage varies according to category.
📍 Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General Category: 60% marks (90 out of 150)
- OBC / SC / ST Categories: 55% marks (82 out of 150)
📍 PSTET Certificate Validity
- The PSTET eligibility certificate remains valid for 7 years from the date of issue
- Validity period is the same for all categories
- Qualifying PSTET is mandatory for applying to teacher recruitment in Punjab
- Clearing PSTET does not ensure a teaching appointment on its own
Candidates should keep their PSTET certificate safely, as it will be required while applying for future Punjab teacher recruitment notifications.
💰 PSTET Application Fee 2026
📍 For Only Paper I or II
- General / OBC: ₹1100/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹550/-
📍 For Both Paper I & II
- General / OBC: ₹2200/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹1100/-
📚 Preparation Tips for PSTET 2026
Key Preparation Tips:
- Understand the Syllabus: Focus on Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I & II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies (Paper I) and Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I & II, Maths & Science or Social Studies (Paper II).
- Practice Previous Papers: Solve past year question papers to understand the exam pattern and frequently asked questions.
- Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy. Join our Telegram group for daily quizzes and exam practice: PSTET Exam Quiz & Preparation.
- Time Management: Allocate fixed hours daily for revision and practice.
- Revision: Revise all important topics and make short notes for last-minute preparation.
Staying consistent and practicing regularly will increase your chances of success in PSTET 2026.
🔗 Important Links
- 📄 Download Information
- 📄 Download Exam Date Notice
- ✅ Apply Online
- 🌐 Visit Website
- 📢 Whatsapp Community
- 💼 Instagram page
- 👻 Telegram Group
✍️ How to Apply
- Visit the official PSTET website and open the online application portal.
- Register using basic details such as name, mobile number, and email ID.
- Log in with the generated credentials to access the application form.
- Fill in personal, academic, and exam-related information carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Select the paper (Paper I / Paper II / Both) as per eligibility.
- Pay the examination fee online through the available payment modes.
- Review all details and submit the PSTET application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
❓ FAQ
The official PSTET 2026 notification is available on the official website pstet2025.org.
PSTET 2026 will be conducted in offline mode using OMR-based answer sheets.
No, there is no minimum or maximum age limit for appearing in PSTET 2026.
Yes, candidates appearing in the final year of eligible teacher education courses can apply, as per the notification.
General category candidates need 60% marks, while SC/ST/OBC candidates require 55% marks to qualify.
The PSTET eligibility certificate is valid for 7 years from the date of issue.
No, qualifying PSTET is mandatory for eligibility but does not guarantee appointment as a teacher.
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