PSTSE Result 2026 Date:The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Punjab is expected to declare the PSTSE Result 2026 in February 2026. The written examination for Class 8 and Class 10 was successfully conducted on January 4, 2026. Candidates can check their scorecards and merit list on the official website ssapunjab.org.

Did you appear for the Punjab State Talent Search Examination (PSTSE) on January 4th? The exam is over, and the wait for the result has begun.

Thousands of students from Class 8 and Class 10 competed for this prestigious scholarship. If you qualify, you will receive financial assistance from the government for your further studies. In this guide, we provide the latest updates on the Answer Key, expected result date, and how to download the merit list PDF.

PSTSE EXAM 2026 Highlights

Before checking the result, here is a quick summary of the exam event:

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How to Check PSTSE Result 2026?

Once the result is declared, follow these steps to check your name in the merit list:

1. Visit the Website: Go to the official SSA Punjab website: www.ssapunjab.org.
2. Find the Link: Look for the “Scholarships” or “Circulars” section on the homepage.
3. Click on Result: Click on the link titled “PSTSE 2025-26 Result for Class 8 & 10”.
4. Download PDF: The result is usually released as a PDF file containing the District-wise Merit List.
5. Search Your Name: Use Ctrl + F and enter your Roll Number or Name to see your rank and marks.

Qualifying Marks & Scholarship Amount

To be selected for the scholarship, students must clear the cut-off marks in both the Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).

• Qualifying Marks: Generally 40% for General category and 32% for SC/ST/PH categories (in each section).
• Selection: The final selection is based on the State Level Merit List prepared from the total marks.

Scholarship Benefit:

• Class 8 Students: Eligible for the NMMS Scholarship amount (approx. ₹12,000 per annum).
• Class 10 Students: Eligible for state-sponsored scholarship (approx. ₹200 per month or ₹2,400 per annum) for Class 11 & 12.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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