CTET Exam 2026 Certificate and Validity Released: Certificate Download Started via DigiLocker, Now Valid for Lifetime!
There is big good news for lakhs of candidates who were waiting for the CTET Result 2026. The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2026 result has been officially declared. Along with this, candidates can now easily download their CTET certificate from DigiLocker. The most important update is that the validity of the CTET certificate has now been extended to lifetime, meaning candidates will not need to appear for the exam again and again.
How to Check CTET Exam 2026 Certificate and Validity?
Candidates can follow the steps below to check their CTET result:
- Visit the official CTET website
- Click on the “CTET Result 2026” link
- Enter your roll number
- Click on the Submit button
- Your result will appear on the screen
Candidates can also take a printout of the result for future reference.
How to Download CTET Exam 2026 Certificate from DigiLocker?
Candidates who have passed CTET can now download their certificate directly from DigiLocker by following these simple steps:
Open the DigiLocker app or website
Log in using your mobile number
Go to the “Education” section
Select “CBSE” or “CTET Certificate” option
Enter your roll number or required details
Your certificate will appear on the screen, download it
This digital certificate is completely valid and accepted for both government and private jobs.
CTET Certificate Validity: Now Lifetime
Earlier, the validity of the CTET certificate was only 7 years, but now it has been made valid for a lifetime. This means:
No need to appear for the exam multiple times after qualifying once
Candidates can apply for teaching jobs for a longer period
A major relief and benefit for aspirants
CTET Exam 2026 Passing Marks
The minimum qualifying marks for CTET 2026 are as follows:
General Category: 60% (90 out of 150 marks)
Reserved Category: 55% (approximately 82–85 marks)
The cutoff has remained relatively stable this time, but many candidates have performed excellently by scoring 90+ marks.
Career Opportunities After CTET 2026
If you have cleared CTET 2026, you now have multiple career opportunities:
Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Recruitment
Navodaya Vidyalaya (NVS) Recruitment
State-level teacher recruitment
Teaching jobs in private schools
Having a CTET certificate significantly increases your chances of getting a teaching job.
Conclusion
The release of the CTET 2026 result and the availability of certificate download through DigiLocker is a big relief for candidates. Moreover, the lifetime validity of the certificate has made it even more beneficial. If you have not yet downloaded your result or certificate, do it immediately and give a new direction to your career.