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Jharkhand TET 2026 notification has been released by Jharkhand Academic Council for candidates who want to become teachers in primary and upper primary schools in Jharkhand. The online application window is from 21 April 2026 to 21 May 2026, and eligible candidates can apply for Paper 1, Paper 2, or both as per their qualifications.
Jharkhand TET 2026 Notification: Introduction
Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test is a state-level eligibility exam conducted by Jharkhand Academic Council to determine eligibility for teaching posts from Classes 1 to 8 in Jharkhand government schools. The exam is held in offline mode and is objective in nature, and the certificate is valid for lifetime.
The notification covers eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, fee structure, and application procedure. The exam date has not yet been announced in the notification, so applicants must keep checking the official website for updates.
Jharkhand TET 2026 Notification: Key Highlights
- Jharkhand TET 2026 is a state-level eligibility test for teaching jobs in Classes 1 to 8.
- The conducting body is Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC).
- The application process is completely online.
- The notification was released on 28 March 2026.
- Online registration starts on 21 April 2026.
- The last date to apply is 21 May 2026.
- The exam will be conducted in offline mode.
- The exam is objective in nature and uses MCQs.
- There is no negative marking.
- The certificate validity is lifetime.
- Paper 1 is for Classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8.
- The exam date is still to be notified.
Jharkhand TET 2026 Notification: Vacancy Details
JTET is an eligibility test, not a direct recruitment exam, so the references do not provide a post-wise vacancy table for this notification. Instead, the exam is meant to establish eligibility for teaching positions in primary and upper primary schools in Jharkhand.
| Post Name | Gen | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher eligibility via Paper 1 | Not given in sources | Not given in sources | Not given in sources | Not given in sources | Not given in sources |
| Upper Primary Teacher eligibility via Paper 2 | Not given in sources | Not given in sources | Not given in sources | Not given in sources | Not given in sources |
Jharkhand TET 2026 Notification: Important Dates
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification and age conditions for the respective paper. The references also state that candidates must be Indian nationals and that there is no restriction on the number of attempts.
Paper 1 Eligibility
- Candidates should be at least 18 years old, and there is no upper age limit mentioned in the references.
- Candidates should have passed Class 12 with 50% marks, or hold a 2-year diploma, or a 4-year bachelor’s programme in elementary education.
- Other listed qualifications include Senior Secondary with 45% plus 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, Senior Secondary with 50% plus 4-year B.El.Ed, Senior Secondary with 50% plus 2-year Diploma in Special Education, or graduation with 50% plus B.Ed.
Paper 2 Eligibility
- Candidates should be at least 21 years old, and there is no upper age limit mentioned in the references.
- Candidates must have a 2-year diploma or bachelor’s programme in elementary education, or graduation with B.Ed, or integrated B.Sc.Ed / B.A.Ed qualifications.
- Another reference adds that graduation with 45% and a 2-year D.Ed, graduation with 50% and B.Ed, Senior Secondary with 50% and 4-year B.El.Ed or B.A/B.Sc.Ed, and B.A. Education, B.Sc. Education, or B.Ed Special Education are also acceptable.
Jharkhand TET 2026 Notification: Application Fee
The application fee differs by category and by whether the candidate applies for one paper or both papers. The references give matching fee slabs for General, SC/ST/PwD, and tribal categories, with a minor wording difference between “Primitive Tribe” and “Special Tribal Group”.
| Category | Level 1 | Level 2 | Both Levels |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1300 | Rs. 1300 | Rs. 1500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 700 | Rs. 700 | Rs. 800 |
| Primitive Tribe / Special Tribal Group | Rs. 500 | Rs. 500 | Rs. 600 |
Selection Process
JTET is a qualifying examination, so the selection process is based on performance in the written test and minimum qualifying marks. There is no interview round mentioned in the references.
The minimum qualifying marks vary by category. One reference lists General as 60%, BC/EBC as 55%, and SC/ST/Specially Abled/Women as 52%, while another lists General/EWS as 60%, OBC as 55%, and SC/ST/PwD as 52%.
Jharkhand TET 2026 Notification: Exam Pattern
Paper 1 and Paper 2 are both 150 marks and 150 questions, with a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes. Both papers are held in offline OMR-based mode and have no negative marking.
Paper 1 Pattern
- Child Development and Pedagogy: 30 questions.
- Language I: 30 questions.
- Language II: 30 questions.
- Mathematics: 30 questions.
- Environmental Studies: 30 questions.
Paper 2 Pattern
- Child Development and Pedagogy: 30 questions.
- Language I: 30 questions.
- Language II: 30 questions.
- Mathematics and Science or Social Studies: 50 questions depending on stream.
- Computer knowledge: 10 questions in some versions of the pattern.
- Total questions remain 150 and total marks remain 150.
Syllabus
The syllabus broadly includes child development, languages, mathematics, environmental studies, science, and social science topics depending on the paper. The references mention child development and pedagogy, language comprehension, number system, geometry, environmental studies, food and nutrition, ecosystem, history, geography, political science, and sociology.
For Paper 1, the focus is on Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. For Paper 2, the subject focus expands to Mathematics and Science or Social Studies, depending on the teacher category chosen.
Salary Structure
The references state that qualified candidates appointed as teachers in Jharkhand receive government pay scale benefits with allowances. One source gives a basic pay range of Rs. 9,300 to Rs. 34,800 with grade pay of Rs. 4,800, while another source for Jharkhand primary teacher salary indicates a pay level of Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100; because the references differ, this should be treated as a conflict and verified from the official recruitment rules before publication.
Along with basic pay, the references mention Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Provident Fund, Contributory Pension Fund, Festival Bonus, and Medical Facility as part of the teacher benefits. Since the salary depends on the actual recruitment rules and cadre, it is safer to mention only the benefits and flag the pay-scale variation as unresolved.
Application Procedure
- Visit the official JAC website and open the JTET application link.
- Complete basic registration using name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
- Log in with the registration ID and password.
- Fill in educational details, paper preference, and exam centre preference.
- Upload photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment mode.
- Preview the form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page or printout for future reference.
Documents Required
- Recent passport size photograph.
- Signature in scanned format.
- Educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Identity details used during registration such as mobile number and email ID.
- Category certificate, if applicable.
- Disability certificate, if applicable.
- Tribal certificate, if applicable.
Official Websites
- Jharkhand Academic Council official website: jac.jharkhand.gov.in.
- JAC official portal also appears in the references as jacexamportal.in or jacexamjportal.in, but the consistent official website cited across the sources is jac.jharkhand.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jharkhand TET 2026?
Jharkhand TET 2026 is a state-level eligibility test conducted by Jharkhand Academic Council for teaching roles in Classes 1 to 8 in Jharkhand government schools. It is not a direct recruitment exam, but a qualifying test for teacher eligibility.
When will the application form be available?
The online application form will be available from 21 April 2026 and the last date to apply is 21 May 2026. The form must be submitted online only.
Is there any upper age limit?
No upper age limit is mentioned in the references for JTET 2026. The key age thresholds stated are 18 years for Paper 1 and 21 years for Paper 2 in one reference.
Is there negative marking in the exam?
No, there is no negative marking in JTET 2026. Each correct answer carries one mark.
What is the exam mode?
The exam will be conducted in offline mode through OMR sheets. Both papers are objective MCQ papers.
What is the validity of the JTET certificate?
The JTET certificate is valid for lifetime according to the references. Qualifying candidates can use it as proof of eligibility for teaching recruitment in Jharkhand.