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 held on 15 March 2026 (Sunday). The PSTET 2026 application process has started from 06 February 2026 and will remain open till 20 February 2026.
Recruitment Overview
Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test is a state-level eligibility examination conducted by the State Council of Educational Research and Training Punjab. The exam is mandatory for candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to VIII in government and aided schools of Punjab. PSTET 2026 will be conducted for two levels, Paper I for Primary Teachers and Paper II for Upper Primary Teachers. Applications are being 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 Last Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | 15 March 2026 (Sunday) |
| Admit Card | 10–15 days before exam |
| Answer Key | 16 March 2026 |
| Official Website | pstet2025.org |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying. Eligibility differs for Paper I and Paper II.
Paper I (Primary Teacher: Classes I to V)
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Senior Secondary (12th) | Minimum 50% marks with D.El.Ed (passed or appearing) |
| Graduation | 50% marks with B.Ed |
| Integrated Courses | 4-year B.El.Ed |
| Special Education | Diploma in Special Education |
Paper II (Upper Primary Teacher: 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 during form submission.
| 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 in offline mode. There is no negative marking.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
Subject-Wise Distribution – Paper I
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 |
| Language I (Punjabi) | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 |
Subject-Wise Distribution – Paper II
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 |
| Language I (Punjabi) | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 |
Qualifying Marks
Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks to obtain the PSTET certificate.
| Category | Qualifying Percentage | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General | 60% | 90 |
| SC / ST / OBC / Differently Abled | 55% | 82.5 |
The PSTET eligibility certificate is valid for a lifetime as per existing rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the official PSTET website.
- Open the PSTET 2026 application link.
- Read the notification carefully.
- Fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save a copy.
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for complete details.