PSTET Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Examination | PSTET 2026 Recruitment |
| Full Form | Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) |
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit (as per current rules) |
| Educational Qualification (For Primary Stage – Paper I) | - 10+2 with 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR - 10+2 with 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of B.Ed (Special Education) OR - Graduation with 50% marks and B.Ed |
| Educational Qualification (For Elementary Stage – Paper II) | - Graduation with 45% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education OR - Graduation with 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of B.Ed OR - Graduation with 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of B.Ed (Special Education) |
| Relaxation | Reserved category candidates get relaxation as per rules |
| Appearing Candidates | Final year candidates are eligible |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Primary Teacher (Class I-V) | 12th std with a minimum of 50% marks and passing or appearing in the final year of 2 year Diploma in elementary education (by whatever name known). |
| 12th std with a minimum of 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in elementary education (by whatever name known), in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure), Regulations, 2002. | |
| 12th std with a minimum of 50% marks and passing or appearing in the final year of 4-year Bachelor of elementary education (B.El.Ed). | |
| 12th std with a minimum of 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)* | |
| Graduation and passing or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in elementary education (by whatever name known). | |
| Elementary Teacher (Class VI-VIII) | Graduation and passing or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known). |
| Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed), in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time in this regard. | |
| Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed), in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time in this regard. | |
| Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passing or appearing in the final year of 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed). | |
| Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passing or appearing in the final year of 4-year B.A/ B.Sc.Ed or B.A. Ed/ B.Sc.Ed. | |
| Graduation with at least 50% marks and passing or appearing in 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education) |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.At what age can I apply for the PSTET?
According to the PSTET Eligibility, there is no minimum or maximum age limit for a candidate to apply.
Q2.How many times can I apply for PSTET?
There is no restriction on the number of attempts. A candidate can apply as many times as he/she wants till he fulfills other eligibility details.
Q3.I'm not from punjab, can I apply for PSTET?
No, only candidates from Punjab state can apply for PSTET.
Q4.Do I need to have any prior experience to apply for PSTET?
No, the PSTET does not demand any prior experience. One must have the required educational qualification to apply for it.
Q5.I'm 35 years of age, can I apply?
Yes, anyone can apply for PSTET as there is no age limitation.
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