PSTET 2026 Notification Released: Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus and Application Details
The State Council of Educational Research and Training, Punjab has released the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2026 notification. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on 15 March 2026 (Sunday). Online applications are open from 06 February 2026 and will close on 20 February 2026.
Recruitment Overview
The PSTET is a state-level teacher eligibility examination conducted by the State Council of Educational Research and Training Punjab. The examination certifies candidates as eligible to teach Classes I to VIII in government and aided schools of Punjab. PSTET 2026 will be conducted for two levels, Paper I and Paper II. Applications are accepted through online mode only.
Exam Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) |
| Conducting Body | SCERT, Punjab |
| Application Start Date | 06 February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 20 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | 15 March 2026 (Sunday) |
| Admit Card Release | 10–15 days before exam |
| Answer Key Release | 16 March 2026 |
| Official Website | www.pstet2025.org |
| Notification Status | Released |
Exam Levels
PSTET 2026 will be conducted in two separate papers as prescribed by the notification.
| Paper | Teaching Level |
|---|---|
| Paper I | Classes I to V (Primary Teacher) |
| Paper II | Classes VI to VIII (Upper Primary Teacher) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions before applying. Eligibility differs for Paper I and Paper II.
Paper I Eligibility (Classes I to V)
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Senior Secondary (12th) | Minimum 50% marks with D.El.Ed (passed or appearing) |
| Graduation | Minimum 50% marks with B.Ed |
| Integrated Course | 4-year B.El.Ed |
| Special Education | Diploma in Special Education |
Paper II Eligibility (Classes VI to VIII)
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graduation | With D.El.Ed (passed or appearing) |
| Graduation | Minimum 50% marks with 1-year B.Ed |
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online while submitting the application form.
| Category | One Paper | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Self) | Nil | Nil |
Exam Pattern
PSTET 2026 will be conducted with objective-type questions. There is no negative marking.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes) |
| Negative Marking | Not Applicable |
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
Paper I (Classes I to V)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 |
| Language I (Punjabi) | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 |
Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 |
| Language I (Punjabi) | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 |
Qualifying Marks
Candidates must secure the following minimum marks to qualify and receive the PSTET certificate.
| Category | Percentage | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General | 60% | 90 |
| SC / ST / OBC / Differently Abled | 55% | 82.5 |
The PSTET eligibility certificate carries lifetime validity.
How to Apply
- Visit the official PSTET website.
- Open the PSTET 2026 application link.
- Read the notification carefully.
- Fill the online application form.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save a copy.
Important Links
| Link Name | Access |
|---|---|
| Fill Online Form | Click here |
| Full Notification | Soon |
| Official Website | Click here |
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for complete details.
