Jharkhand TET 2026: The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has officially released the detailed notification for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026. This is a vital update for all teaching aspirants in Jharkhand, as qualifying the JTET is the mandatory first step toward securing a Sarkari Naukri in primary and upper primary government schools across the state. The online application window will open on April 21, 2026, and will remain active until May 21, 2026. Under Advertisement No. 24/2026, the JAC aims to streamline the eligibility process for thousands of B.Ed and D.El.Ed holders. Below is the complete guide on important dates, the multi-tier fee structure, and the latest exam patterns for Paper-I and Paper-II.
Overview of Jharkhand TET (JTET) 2026
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Conducting Body | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi |
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026 |
| Advt. No. | 24/2026 |
| Level of Exam | State Level (Jharkhand) |
| Application Mode | Online Form |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes per paper |
| Official Website | jac.jharkhand.gov.in |
Important Dates to Remember
- Official Notification Release: 28 March 2026
- Online Application Starts: 21 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 21 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Admit Card Release: To be notified later
- JTET Exam Date: Expected June/July 2026
Application Fee Details
| Category | Single Paper (I or II) | Both Papers (I & II) |
| General / BC / EWS | ₹1300/- | ₹1500/- |
| SC / ST / PH (Divyang) | ₹700/- | ₹800/- |
| PVTG Candidates | ₹500/- | ₹600/- |
| Payment Mode | Online Only (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
Age Limit (As on 01/08/2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: As per Jharkhand Government recruitment rules.
- Note: Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories as per state policy.
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Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
Paper-I (Primary Level: Class 1 to 5)
- 10+2 Intermediate (50% marks) with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR 4-year B.El.Ed OR any Graduation degree with a 2-year D.El.Ed.
Paper-II (Upper Primary Level: Class 6 to 8)
- Graduation Degree with a 2-year D.El.Ed OR B.Ed / Special B.Ed OR 12th Class (50% marks) with a 4-year B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed.
Paper-I (Primary) Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper-II (Upper Primary) Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II | 30 | 30 |
| Math & Science / Social Science (+ Computer Knowledge) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
How to Fill Jharkhand TET Online Form 2026?
- Visit the official JAC portal: jac.jharkhand.gov.in.
- Search for the “JTET 2026 Registration” link on the homepage.
- Fill in your primary details (Name, Mobile, Email) to generate a registration ID.
- Log in and enter your educational qualifications and professional teaching credits (B.Ed/D.El.Ed).
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and category certificates.
- Pay the application fee online based on your paper choice and category.
- Check the preview for any errors and click Submit.
- Download and print the Confirmation Page for your records.
Important Links
| Description | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online Link | 21/04/2026 | Apply Now |
| Full Notification PDF | 28/03/2026 | Download Notification |
| Advertisement | 28/03/2026 | Download |
| Exam Syllabus | 28/03/2026 | Download |
| Official JAC Website | 28/03/2026 | Visit Now |
FAQs – Jharkhand TET 2026
Ans: The last date to submit the online application form and pay the fee is May 21, 2026.
Ans: No, there is no negative marking in either Paper-I or Paper-II. Candidates should attempt all 150 questions.
Ans: Yes, final year students can typically apply under the “Appearing” category, provided they meet the eligibility at the time of certificate verification.
Ans: Generally, it is 60% for the General category and 55% for reserved categories. Please check the detailed notification for specific district-wise/category-wise relaxations.