Jharkhand TET (JHTET) 2026 Online Form – Apply Now

Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) is the state educational board responsible for conducting academic examinations, including the Teacher Eligibility Test, in the state of Jharkhand. Its official examination portal for TET is jacexamportal.in.

JHTET 2026 – Overview

Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JHTET) 2026 notification has been officially released by the Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) for aspiring teachers. The online application process is open from 21 April 2026 to 21 May 2026 at jactetonline.com. The minimum qualification requires a Class 12 pass with a Diploma in Elementary Education or a Bachelor's Degree with B.Ed. The application fee is ₹1300 for a single paper (General/BC/EWS) and ₹1500 for both papers; reserved categories have significant fee concessions. Passing the JHTET is mandatory for teaching jobs in government schools across Jharkhand.

The JHTET is a highly anticipated examination; the 2026 cycle brings a robust testing framework designed to qualify thousands of eligible teaching candidates for state government schools, matching the high participation seen in previous TET cycles.

Source: Official JHTET 2026 Notification, JAC.

JHTET 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule

JHTET 2026 – Application Fee

The application fee varies depending on whether the candidate applies for Paper I, Paper II, or both.

Fee payment is accepted via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or designated Offline Fee Mode.

JHTET 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification for Primary Level (Class 1-5)

• 10+2 Intermediate (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (B.T.C./D.El.Ed.).
• 10+2 Intermediate with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year D.El.Ed. in accordance with NCTE Regulations, 2002.
• 10+2 Intermediate with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
• Intermediate with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) and passed or appearing in the final year of a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education.

Educational Qualification for Junior Level (Class 6-8)

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (B.T.C./ D.El.Ed.).
• Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed/L.T./Shiksha Shastri).
• Bachelor's Degree with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of B.Ed in accordance with NCTE Regulations.
• 10+2 Intermediate with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.El.Ed.
• 10+2 Intermediate with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed.
• Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of B.Ed. (Special Education).
• Master's Degree with 55% Marks and a 3-Year Integrated B.Ed-M.Ed Course.

JHTET 2026 – Selection Process

The JHTET functions as a qualifying examination. The process involves:

1. Written Examination: Candidates must appear for Paper I (for Class 1-5), Paper II (for Class 6-8), or both.
2. Qualifying Marks: Candidates must secure the minimum prescribed percentage in the written test to qualify.
3. Certificate Issuance: Qualified candidates will be issued a JHTET eligibility certificate, validating their qualification to apply for state teaching jobs.

How to Fill JHTET Online Form 2026 – Step by Step

Candidates can follow these steps to securely submit their online applications:

1. Access the Portal: Go to the official application website at jactetonline.com.
2. New Registration: Click on 'Register' and provide basic details like name, mobile number, and email ID to generate login credentials.
3. Complete Application: Log in and fill out the detailed application form, ensuring you select the correct paper(s) based on your qualifications.
4. Document Upload: Scan and upload your passport-size photograph, signature, and other required academic/ID proofs as per the guidelines.
5. Preview Form: Review every column carefully to ensure all data is accurate before final submission.
6. Fee Payment: Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the applicable fee (e.g., ₹1300 for a single paper for General candidates).
7. Final Printout: Submit the form and keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for your records.

JHTET 2026 Admit Card – How to Download

The JHTET Admit Card 2026 has not been released yet. It will be available for download at the official JAC portal before the written examination. Candidates should keep their registration number safe to download the hall ticket when it's published.

JHTET 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern

JHTET consists of two objective-type papers. Paper I covers Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Paper II covers Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, and subject-specific sections (Mathematics/Science or Social Studies). Candidates must download the official syllabus PDF for detailed topic coverage.

JHTET 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF

JHTET 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions