The Department of School Education, Government of Telangana, has released the Telangana State Diploma in Elementary Education Common Entrance Test (TS DEECET) 2026 preliminary answer key, candidate response sheets, and question papers today, May 25. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now check and download the TS DEECET 2026 answer key and response sheet through the official website — deecet.cdse.telangana.gov.in. The department has also opened the objection window for candidates who wish to challenge any answer mentioned in the provisional key.
TS DEECET 2026 important dates
Here’s a look at the key dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of answer key and response sheet | May 25, 2026 |
| Last date to raise objections | May 26, 2026 till 5 PM |
| TS DEECET 2026 result date | May 30, 2026 |
| Counselling registration begins | June 1, 2026 |
How to download TS DEECET 2026 answer key and response sheet
Candidates can follow these simple steps to check the provisional answer key:
- Visit the official TS DEECET website
- Click on the link for “TS DEECET 2026 Answer Key” or “Candidate Response Sheet & Preliminary Key”
- Enter your Hall Ticket Number, Registration Number, and Date of Birth
- Click on the submit button
- The provisional answer key and response sheet will appear on the screen
- Download the PDF and keep a copy for future reference
Direct link here.
How to raise objections against TS DEECET answer key
If candidates find any mistakes in the preliminary answer key, they can raise objections online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website
- Click on the “View/Challenge Answer Keys” option
- Select the question or option ID you want to challenge
- Click on “Save Your Claim”
- Upload supporting documents or proof, if required
- Submit the objection form to complete the process
The Department of School Education, Telangana, has clarified that candidates do not need to pay any fee to raise objections against the TS DEECET 2026 preliminary answer key. After checking the response sheet and official key, candidates can also calculate their probable scores using the official marking scheme.