Punjab PSTET 2025: The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Punjab, has released the official notification for the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2026. This examination is mandatory for candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in government and private schools across Punjab. The online application process commenced on 06 February 2026. The exam is scheduled to be held on 15 March 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website pstet.pseb.ac.in (or the designated portal) before the last date, 20 February 2026. Below, you will find detailed information on PSTET 2026, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, application fees, and the direct application link.
Overview of Punjab PSTET Exam 2025
| Details | Information |
| Organization | SCERT, Punjab |
| Exam Name | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2025 |
| Levels | Level-I (Class 1-5) & Level-II (Class 6-8) |
| Exam Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Form |
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 06 February 2026
- Online Application Start: 06 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 20 February 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Correction Window: 21 to 23 February 2026
- PSTET Exam Date: 15 March 2026
- Answer Key Release: 16 March 2026
- Objection Filing: 17 to 21 March 2026
- Final Answer Key: 28 March 2026
- Result Declaration: 02 April 2026
Application Fees
- For Single Paper Only :-
- General / OBC : 1100/-
- SC / ST / PH : 550/-
- Ex-Servicemen : 0/-
- For Both Paper (I&II) :-
- General / OBC : 2200/-
- SC / ST / PH : 1100/-
- Ex-Servicemen : 0/-
Age Limit
- Age Limit: There is No Age Limit to appear for the PSTET examination.
Qualification and Eligibility
| Exam Level | Qualification |
| Level-I (Class 1-5) | • Graduation Degree from a recognized University. • D.Ed. / D.El.Ed / JBT or Diploma in Education. |
| Level-II (Class 6-8) | • Graduation Degree from a recognized University. • B.Ed. / B.El.Ed. or Degree in Education. |
Level-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 02:30 Hours |
| Language I | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2:30 Hour |
Level-II Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 02:30 Hours |
| Language I | 30 | 30 | |
| Language II | 30 | 30 | |
| Concerned Subject | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2:30 Hour |
How to Apply for PSTET 2025 Online Form
- Visit Official Website: Go to the official PSTET portal (link below).
- New Registration: Click on “New Registration” and enter basic details.
- Login: Use the Registration Number and Password to log in.
- Fill Application: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and choose the Exam Level (I, II, or Both).
- Upload Docs: Upload scanned Photograph and Signature.
- Pay Fee: Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit: Finalize the application and print the confirmation page.
PSTET 2025 Important Links
| Content | Dates | Link |
| Result Check Link (Paper-I) | 07/04/2026 | Paper-I Result |
| Result Check Link (Paper-II) | 07/04/2026 | Paper-II Result |
| Score Card Link | 07/04/2026 | Score Card |
| Check Link (both Papers) | 07/04/2026 | Check |
| Answer Key | 16/03/2026 | Answer Key |
| Exam Admit Card | 09/03/2026 | Admit Card |
| Fill Online Form | 06/02/2026 | Apply Online |
| Download Syllabus | 06/02/2026 | Check Syllabus |
| Exam Schedule Notice | 06/02/2026 | View Schedule |
| Full Notification PDF | 06/02/2026 | Download Notification |
| Official Website | 06/02/2026 | Check Visit Official Website |
FAQs – PSTET Exam 2025
The exam is scheduled for 15 March 2026.
The last date to submit the online form is 20 February 2026.
As per the provided qualification details, Level-I requires D.Ed/D.El.Ed, while Level-II requires B.Ed. Please check the full notification for specific rules regarding B.Ed in Paper 1.
For a single paper, the fee is ₹1100/-, and for both papers, it is ₹2200/-.