Overview
The Punjab State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) has released the PSTET 2026 notification for primary and upper primary teachers in Punjab. The exam is mandatory for teaching classes 1–5 and 6–8, with separate papers for each level. Applications open on 6 February 2026 and close on 20 February 2026, with the exam scheduled for 15 March 2026. Eligibility requires specific educational qualifications for each paper, and there is no age limit. Fees vary by category and number of papers applied for. The selection process involves an offline OMR‑based exam followed by answer key releases and result announcement.
Key Details
- Organization
- Punjab State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)
- Qualification
- Paper 1 (Class 1–5): Senior Secondary (10+2) with ≥50% marks and 2‑year D.El.Ed or equivalent, or Senior Secondary with 45–50% marks and 2‑year D.El.Ed, or Graduation with 2‑year D.El.Ed or B.Ed. Paper 2 (Class 6–8): Graduation with 2‑year D.El.Ed or B.Ed, or 4‑year integrated B.El.Ed / B.A.B.Ed / B.Sc.B.Ed or equivalent.
- Last date to apply
- 20 February 2026
Important Dates
| notification_release | 6 February 2026 |
| application_start | 6 February 2026 |
| application_last_date | 20 February 2026 |
| correction_window | 21 – 23 February 2026 |
| admit_card_download | 21 – 23 February 2026 |
| exam_date | 15 March 2026 |
| provisional_answer_key_release | 16 March 2026 |
| objection_window | 17 – 21 March 2026 |
| final_answer_key | 28 March 2026 |
| result_date | 2 April 2026 |
Important Links
Selection Process
Online application → Offline OMR‑based examination → Provisional answer key release → Objection window → Final answer key release → Result announcement
How to Apply
Visit the official website pstet2025.org and click on "PSTET 2026 Online Application"., Click "New Registration" and enter your email ID and mobile number to generate an OTP., Verify the OTP received and create login credentials., Log in using your registered email ID and password, then fill in personal details, address, educational qualifications, and other required information., Select the paper(s) you wish to apply for (Paper 1, Paper 2, or both)., Upload scanned copies of your recent passport‑size photograph and signature in the prescribed format., Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, or other available payment gateways., Submit the application form and download/print the confirmation page and fee receipt., Use the correction window (21–23 February 2026) to edit limited fields such as name, date of birth, photograph, signature, contact details, and exam centre city.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for PSTET Notification 2026 Out - Apply Online, Exam Date, Eligibility & Syllabus?
notification release: 6 February 2026; application start: 6 February 2026; application last date: 20 February 2026; correction window: 21 – 23 February 2026; admit card download: 21 – 23 February 2026; exam date: 15 March 2026; provisional answer key release: 16 March 2026; objection window: 17 – 21 March 2026; final answer key: 28 March 2026; result date: 2 April 2026
What is the application fee?
General/OBC/Other States: Paper 1: 1100; Paper 2: 1100; Both: 2200; SC/ST/PH: Paper 1: 550; Paper 2: 550; Both: 1100; Ex-Servicemen: Paper 1: Exempted; Paper 2: Exempted; Both: Exempted
What is the age limit?
No specified minimum or maximum age limit
What is the selection process?
Online application → Offline OMR‑based examination → Provisional answer key release → Objection window → Final answer key release → Result announcement