PSTET 2025-26 Notification Out – Apply Online for Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test
The Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2025-26 notification has been officially released by State Council of Educational Research and Training, Punjab. This eligibility examination is mandatory for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in Punjab government schools. The PSTET 2025-26 exam will be conducted on 15 March 2026, and online applications are invited through the official website within the notified schedule.
PSTET 2025-26 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Punjab |
| Exam Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2025-26 |
| Post Name | Teacher Eligibility (Classes I–V & VI–VIII) |
| Total Vacancies | As per official notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Salary / Pay Level | As per recruitment rules |
| Official Website | www.pstet2025.org |
PSTET 2025-26 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 03 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 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 2025-26 Exam Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 16 March 2026 |
| Objection Submission | 17 – 21 March 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | 28 March 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 02 April 2026 |
Application Fee
As per official notification.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | As per official notification |
| Maximum Age | No age limit |
| Age Relaxation | As per Punjab Government rules |
PSTET 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria
Paper I (Classes I–V)
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Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with 50% marks and passed/appearing in:
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2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), or
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4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed), or
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2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
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Paper II (Classes VI–VIII)
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Graduation and passed/appearing in:
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2-year D.El.Ed, or
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Graduation with 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed, or
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Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed, or
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Graduation with 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed (Special Education)
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Note: 5% relaxation in qualifying marks for SC/ST/OBC/Differently Abled candidates as per Punjab Government norms.
Vacancy Details
As per official notification.
Selection Process
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Written Examination (Paper I / Paper II)
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Qualifying as per prescribed cut-off marks
Salary / Pay Scale
As per official notification and applicable recruitment rules.
PSTET 2025-26 Exam Pattern & Structure
Paper I (Classes I–V)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Punjabi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II (Classes VI–VIII)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Punjabi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
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Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
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Exam Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
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Negative Marking: No
How to Apply Online for PSTET 2025-26
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Visit the official website: www.pstet2025.org
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Click on Online Application for PSTET 2025-26
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Complete registration to generate Login ID & Password
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Fill in personal, academic, and communication details
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Upload photograph, signature, and required documents
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Pay the application fee online
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Submit the form and take a printout for reference
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Required Documents
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Recent passport-size photograph
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Signature
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Educational certificates
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Category certificate (if applicable)
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Valid ID proof
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | As per official notification |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
PSTET 2025-26 FAQs
Q1. What is PSTET 2025-26?
PSTET 2025-26 is a teacher eligibility test conducted for appointment of teachers in Punjab schools.
Q2. Who conducts PSTET 2025-26?
The exam is conducted by SCERT, Punjab.
Q3. What is the exam date of PSTET 2025-26?
The exam will be held on 15 March 2026.
Q4. Is there any age limit for PSTET 2025-26?
No age limit is prescribed.
Q5. What are the qualifying marks for PSTET 2025-26?
60% for General category and 55% for reserved categories.
Q6. What is the validity of PSTET certificate?
The PSTET certificate is lifetime valid as per NCTE guidelines.
Disclaimer
Details provided here are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before applying.
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