The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has officially released the results for the Punjab State Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2025 today, February 19, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their scores and eligibility status by visiting the official website, pstet.pseb.ac.in.
The PSTET exam, conducted on December 1, 2024, serves as the primary examination to certify individuals aspiring to teach at schools affiliated with the PSEB. It consists of two papers—Paper I for those wishing to teach classes 1 to 5, and Paper II for classes 6 to 8. This year saw significant participation, with millions of candidates vying for teaching positions across Punjab.
To check the PSTET result, candidates must follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official PSEB website at pstet.pseb.ac.in.
- Navigate to the results section on the homepage.
- Find and click on the link titled 'PSTET Result 2025.'
- On the login page, enter your application number and date of birth, then click submit.
- Your PSTET result will be displayed on the screen; candidates should download and keep this for future reference.
The PSTET results are expected to be published in PDF format, allowing candidates to review their scores, cut-off marks, and overall status. Importantly, along with the PSTET results, the merit list of selected candidates will also be released, highlighting those who stood out based on their performance.
The cut-off marks for this year have been outlined as follows:
- General candidates need to score at least 90 out of 150, which is 60%.
- Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates must score 82.5 out of 150, equivalent to 55%.
- Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) candidates also need 82.5 out of 150, achieving at least 55%.
Concerning the examination process, candidates had the opportunity to verify their answers following the release of the answer key on December 11, 2024. The PSEB accepted objections until December 15, enabling candidates to contest any discrepancies they identified. This thorough review process ensured the integrity of the final scores.
For the candidates, clearing the PSTET exam is not merely about passing; it is about gaining the certification required to secure teaching positions throughout Punjab. This certification will remain valid for seven years, providing ample opportunity for successful candidates to find employment within both government and private schools.
The PSEB had prepared extensively for this examination, recognizing the pivotal role it plays for aspiring educators. The board aims to maintain high education standards by ensuring all teachers meet the necessary qualifications to address the varying educational needs of students.
Once the results are live, candidates who wish to pursue careers in teaching are urged to check not only their scores but also the guidelines on how to interpret those scores, which can be found on the same website. The merit list, as well, will detail rankings based on overall performance, making it a key reference for candidates seeking teaching roles.
Overall, the release of the PSTET 2025 results marks an important milestone for many hopeful educators across Punjab, reflecting their hard work and dedication to pursuing teaching as their profession.