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PSTET
Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET)
PSTET — Punjab State TET. 150 MCQs in 2.5 hours.
Updated 27 Aug 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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Influence of Heredity and EnvironmentWhich of the following characteristics is primarily determined by heredity?
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PSTET — Frequently asked questions
Is Shishya free for PSTET preparation?
How many PSTET practice questions does Shishya have?
Are PSTET previous year question papers available?
How long is the PSTET exam?
Previous year papers
136 questions across all yearsSome years hold a set of questions from that paper, not the full paper — each card shows how many.
2025
120 questions
Take paper →2024
4 of 150 questions
Practise these →2023
4 of 150 questions
Practise these →2022
4 of 150 questions
Practise these →2021
4 of 150 questions
Practise these →
Mock tests
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PSTET — Quick Practice
FULL20 questions · 150 min
Start mock →PSTET — 2025 (Previous Year)
FULL120 questions · 150 min
Start mock →PSTET — Full-Length Mock (Real Pattern: 150Q · 150 min)
FULL150 questions · 150 min
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Practice by subject & topic
Full-length subject tests below — 25 questions each, real exam format, instant scoring. Want to drill a single topic? Every topic has its own 10-question test in the syllabus.
Child Development and Pedagogy
108 QsLanguage I (Medium of Instruction — Punjabi/Hindi/English/Urdu)
12 QsMathematics (Paper I — Classes I-V)
12 QsEnvironmental Studies (Paper I — Classes I-V)
12 Qs
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What can I get from PSTET?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
Excellent — Top tier
92–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Among top scorers in Punjab TET cycle
- •Maximum advantage in merit-based teacher recruitment
- •Highly preferred for choice postings in Chandigarh, Mohali, and metro areas
- •Strong profile for Model Schools and government senior secondary positions
- •Competitive edge for central government school applications (KVS, NVS)
- •Certificate valid across Punjab for 7 years with distinction-level score
Very good score — Preferred candidates
85–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Highly competitive for all Punjab government school positions
- •Strong preference in merit lists for urban postings (Mohali, Patiala, Bathinda)
- •Eligible for prestigious government senior secondary schools
- •Competitive for Teacher posts in Kendriya Vidyalayas (Punjab region) if other eligibility met
- •Advantageous for contractual to permanent conversion opportunities
- •Certificate demonstrates strong pedagogical competence
Good score — Competitive range
75–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Strong TET qualification for Punjab teacher recruitment
- •Competitive for Primary Teacher posts in urban districts (Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar)
- •Good chance for Upper Primary Teacher positions in preferred subjects
- •Eligible for government schools in Chandigarh region (if other criteria met)
- •Strengthens application for aided and municipal schools
- •Advantageous in merit-based selection rounds
Qualified — Basic eligibility
65–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •TET certificate awarded — valid for Punjab state teacher recruitment
- •Eligible for Primary Teacher (Class 1-5) positions in government schools
- •Eligible for Upper Primary Teacher (Class 6-8) positions based on paper cleared
- •Can apply for PSEB, municipal corporation and aided school vacancies
- •Certificate validity: 7 years from result declaration
- •Competitive for Tier-3 district postings
Marginal qualifying range
55–65% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below qualifying threshold
0–55% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
News & timeline
See older updates →Latest news
The next PSTET cycle notification is expected to be published by Punjab School Education Board on the official website in October 2026, with the exam likely in early 2027.
SCERT Punjab released PSTET Result 2026 on April 7, just 23 days after the March 15 examination. Qualified candidates can download scorecards at pstet2025.org using their registration credentials.
The final answer key for Paper 1 and Paper 2 was published on April 5, 2026, after reviewing objections submitted during the March 17-21 window. No further objections were entertained after the final key release.
Important dates
Provisional Answer Key released
passedMon, 16 Mar, 2026
Objection window: March 17-21, 2026
Final Answer Key released
passedSun, 5 Apr, 2026
PSTET 2026 Result declared
passedTue, 7 Apr, 2026
Scorecard available at pstet2025.org
PSTET 2026-27 Notification (expected)
34 days awayThu, 15 Oct, 2026
Expected in October 2026 based on typical annual cycle
Syllabus
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Child Development and Pedagogy
Language I (Medium of Instruction — Punjabi/Hindi/English/Urdu)
Language II (different from Language I)
Mathematics (Paper I — Classes I-V)
Environmental Studies (Paper I — Classes I-V)
Mathematics and Science (Paper II — Classes VI-VIII)
Social Studies / Social Sciences (Paper II — Classes VI-VIII)
Ancient India
Stone Age, Indus Valley Civilisation, Vedic period, Mahajanapadas and Mauryan empire.
Medieval India
Delhi Sultanate, Mughals, Vijayanagara and Bhakti-Sufi movements.
Modern India
Advent of Europeans, British rule, 1857, freedom struggle and independence.
History of Punjab and Sikh Gurus
Punjab history, ten Sikh Gurus, Maharaja Ranjit Singh and Anglo-Sikh wars.
Earth as a Planet
Solar system, latitudes, longitudes, motions of the Earth.
Physical Geography of India
Major landforms, climate, rivers and natural vegetation of India.
Geography of Punjab
Physical features, rivers (5 doabs), climate and resources of Punjab.
Resources and Agriculture
Natural resources, agriculture and industries of India and Punjab.
World Geography
Continents, oceans and important countries.
Indian Constitution and Government
Preamble, fundamental rights, duties and DPSPs.
Indian Democracy
Parliament, executive, judiciary and elections.
Local Self-Government
Panchayati Raj and urban local bodies in Punjab.
Basic Economics
Concepts of demand, supply, money and banking.
Indian Economy and Development
Five-year plans, sectors of the economy.
Environmental Issues
Pollution, climate change, conservation and sustainable development.
Pedagogical Issues in Social Studies
Pedagogy specific to Social Studies at upper-primary level.