The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has announced the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JHTET) Recruitment 2026 which provides an excellent career opportunity for candidates who want to work in teaching professions. The state-level eligibility examination assesses candidates' qualifications for teaching positions in Primary schools which serve students from Class 1 to 5 and Junior Level schools which serve students from Class 6 to 8 throughout Jharkhand. The online application process will begin from 21 April 2026 and will continue until 20 June 2026. Candidates must thoroughly review all eligibility requirements together with educational qualifications and exam pattern details before they submit their applications.

The JHTET certificate is essential for securing government teaching jobs in Jharkhand. The applicants who wish to apply should complete their registration process before the deadline while they should develop examination preparation methods which will help them succeed in this competitive test.

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Important Dates

Application Fees

·Application Start: 21 April 2026

·Last Date to Apply: 20 June 2026 (Extended)

·Fee Payment Last Date: 20 June 2026

·Exam Date: As per schedule

·Admit Card: Available before exam

·Answer Key: After exam

For Paper I OR Paper II Only :-

·UR / BC / EWS : Rs.1300/-

·SC / ST : Rs.700/-

For Both Paper (Junior / Primary):-

·UR / BC / EWS : Rs. 1500/-

·SC / ST : 800/-

·Apply Mode: Online

Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JHTET) Notification 2026: Age Limit

· There is no upper age restriction for candidates applying for the JTET 2026 examination.

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Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JHTET) 2026– Eligibility Criteria

Name of Post

Eligibility Criteria

Level 1 (Class 1–5)

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:

• 10+2 with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed/BTC)

•10+2 with 45% marks + D.El.Ed (as per NCTE norms)

•10+2 with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed

•10+2 with 50% marks + Diploma in Special Education

•Graduation + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education

Junior Level (Class 6 to 8)

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:

• Graduation + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education

• Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed

• Graduation with 45% marks + B.Ed (as per NCTE norms)

•10+2 with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed

•Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed (Special Education)

•Master Degree with 55% marks + Integrated B.Ed-M.Ed

Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JHTET) Form 2026– Exam Pattern[Level 1 (Class 1 to 5) & Level 2 (Class 6 to 8)]

Subject

Questions

Marks

Child Development & Pedagogy

Language-I (Hindi/English/Sanskrit/Urdu)

Language-II (Regional/Tribal Language)

Mathematics

Environmental Studies

Total

150

Part 1: Child Development & Pedagogy

Language-I (Hindi/English/Sanskrit/Urdu)

Language-II (Regional/Tribal Language)

Part 2: Optional Subject (Choose One)

(a) Mathematics & Science

(b) Social Science

Total

150

Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JHTET) 2026: Selection Process

Written Examination (Paper I / Paper II)
Eligibility Certificate will be issued after qualifying

How to Apply for Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test Form 2026

Step 1: Visit Official Website

The official website of Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) needs to be accessed by you. The latest notifications for JHTET 2026 can be found in the notification section of the website.

Step 2: Click on Apply Online Link

The registration process starts when you click the link that says "JHTET 2026 Online Application".

Step 3: Complete Registration

The registration process requires you to provide your name and mobile number and email ID and date of birth information. Your login credentials will be sent to you after you complete the registration process.

Step 4: Login to Your Account

The candidate dashboard becomes accessible to you through the use of your registration ID and password.

Step 5: Fill Application Form Carefully

The applicant must provide all necessary details which include personal information and educational qualifications and category selection and exam level selection (Paper I / Paper II or both). The applicant must verify that all information is accurate.

Step 6: Upload Required Documents

You must upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature and the required documents which include educational certificates and ID proof according to the specified format.

Step 7: Pay Application Fee

You can pay the application fee using online payment methods which include Debit Card and Credit Card and Net Banking and other accepted payment options.

Step 8: Preview and Verify Details

The applicant must review all information entered in the form before making the final submission. The applicant must check for any errors or incomplete data.

Step 9: Final Submit the Form

The application form needs to be submitted after the verification process is complete.

Step 10: Print Application Form

You need to download the application form which has been officially submitted and print it out. The document will serve you for future needs because you will use it to download your admit card and verify your documents.

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FAQs

Q. Is the JHTET certificate valid?

The JHTET eligibility certificate is mostly lifelong (according to the current guidelines) and candidates can seek a teaching position at any time.

Q. Is Jharkhand domicile necessary in JHTET 2026?

Domicile is not obligatory to be in the exam, but it can be required in case of reservation benefits and the jobs of the state government in teaching.

Q. Are final year students eligible to apply to JHTET 2026?

Yes, candidates who are in the final year of D.El.Ed, B.Ed, or equivalent courses can apply, provided they complete their qualification as per rules.

Q. What are the topics covered in the JHTET exam?

The test will consist of Child Development and Pedagogy, Languages, Mathematics, Environmental Studies (In primary), and subject specific subjects (In junior level).

Q. How numerous are the chances that I can have JHTET?

The number of attempts is not limited. And the candidates have a chance to repeat in order to score higher.

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