PSTET Notification 2026 Out - Apply Online, Exam Date, Eligibility & Syllabus

The Punjab State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) has officially announced the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2026 notification on February 6, 2026. This comprehensive teacher eligibility examination is designed to assess candidates who aspire to become teachers in government and government-aided schools across Punjab for Classes I to V (Primary Level - Paper 1) and Classes VI to VIII (Upper Primary Level - Paper 2). The PSTET certificate is mandatory for anyone seeking teaching positions in primary and upper primary schools in Punjab, making this examination crucial for teaching aspirants. PSTET 2026 is conducted annually by SCERT Punjab to ensure quality education standards in the state. The examination evaluates candidates on their understanding of child psychology, pedagogy, teaching methodologies, and subject knowledge. Successful candidates receive a PSTET certificate valid for lifetime, which qualifies them to apply for teaching positions in Punjab state schools. The examination will be conducted in offline mode (pen-paper based) at various test centers across Punjab on March 15, 2026. Candidate who wish to teach in primary schools must appear for Paper 1, while those aspiring to teach in upper primary classes need to qualify Paper 2. Candidates can also apply for both papers if they meet the eligibility criteria. The application process has commenced on the official website pstet2025.org, and candidates are advised to complete their registration before the deadline of February 20, 2026. The examination pattern includes multiple-choice questions covering Child Development and Pedagogy, Language proficiency, Mathematics, Environmental Studies (for Paper 1), and Science & Social Studies (for Paper 2). The PSTET 2026 examination provides an excellent opportunity for graduates and postgraduates with teaching credentials to establish their career in the education sector. With thousands of teaching vacancies expected in Punjab schools in the coming years, qualifying PSTET becomes essential for aspiring teachers. The examination is conducted in a transparent and fair manner, with strict guidelines to maintain the integrity of the selection process.