Jharkhand TET (JTET) Recruitment: The official notification for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026 has been released by the Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC). JTET is a state-level examination conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in primary (classes 1-5) and upper primary ( classes 6-8) schools across the state.
The online application starts from 21 April 2026, and the last date is 21 May 2026. Interested and eligible candidates must read the official notification carefully and complete the application process as per the given instructions. In this article, we will provide all detailed information about JTET Recruitment 2026.
Jharkhand TET (JTET) Recruitment: Overview
Table of Contents
| Organization Name | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) |
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026 |
| Level of Exam | State Level |
| Application Start Date | 21-04-2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21-05-2026 |
| Exam Purpose | Qualifying Exam for Teachers (Classes 1-8) |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 60% (55% for BC and 52% for SC/ST/SEBC/PwD) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | jac.jharkhand.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Date | 26-03-2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 28-03-2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21-04-2026 |
| Application End Date | 21-05-2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for Jharkhand TET (JTET) Recruitment
Level-1 (Primary) | Class 1 to 5
i) 12th Pass (Minimum 50%) + 2 year D.EL.Ed (Session on/after 09.12.2007). ii) 12th Pass (Minimum 50%) + 4 year B.EL.ED. iii) 12th Pass (Minimum 50%) + 2 year Diploma in education. iv) Graduation + 2-year D.EL.ED.
Level-2 (Upper Primary) | Class 6 to 8
i) Graduation + 2 year D.EL.ED. ii) Graduation (Minimum 50%) + B.ED (Enrolled After 29.07.2011). iii) 12th (Minimum 50%) + 4 year B.EL.ED. iv) 12th (Minimum 50%) + 4 year B.A/B.Sc B.Ed. or B.A.ED/B.Sc.ED. v) Graduation (Minimum 50%) + B.ED (Special Education). vi) Post-Graduation (Minimum 55%) + 3-year Integrated B.ED-M.ED.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 years. Maximum Age: As per Jharkhand Government Rules.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| For Teachers | Discount equivalent to service period. (up to a maximum of 58 years) |
| Reserved Categories | According to government rules. |
Application Fee
| Category | Primary level | Upper Primary Level | For Both Levels |
| UR | Rs.1300/- | Rs. 1300/- | Rs. 1300/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 700/- | Rs. 700/- | Rs. 800/- |
| PVTG | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 600/- |
| BC-1/BC-2 | Rs. 1300/- | Rs. 1300/- | Rs. 1500/- |
| EWS | Rs. 1300/- | Rs. 1300/- | Rs. 1500/- |
| PwD | Rs. 700/- | Rs. 700/- | Rs. 800/- |
Required Documents
Education Certificate. B.ED/D.EL.ED Certificate. Aadhar Card. Caste Certificate. Photo & Signature. Mobile Number & Email.
Exam Pattern of JTET Recruitment
The exam will be held online (CBT).
| Level | Duration | Total Questions | Total Marks |
| Primary (I-V) | 2 hours 30 min | 150 | 150 |
| Upper Primary (VI-VIII) | 2 hours 30 min | 150 | 150 |
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Percentage |
| General/EWS | 60% |
| BC-1/BC-2 | 55% |
| SC/ST/PVTG/PwD | 52% |
Jharkhand TET Syllabus
Primary-Level (1-5) Syllabus
| Subject | Topics |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | Child Development, Learning Principles, Teaching Methods |
| Language I | Hindi/Hindi English/English Purified/Urdu (Grammar, Comprehension) |
| Language II | Second Language (Reading, Writing,Grammar) |
| Mathematics | Basic mathematics, number system, addition and subtraction, multiplication. |
| Environmental Studies | Basic Concepts of Environment, Science, Social Studies. |
Upper-Primary Level (5-8) Syllabus
| Subject | Topics |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | Teaching Methods, Child Psychology |
| Language I | Language Knowledge, Grammar, Comprehension |
| Language II | Second Language (Grammar, Comprehension) |
| Mathematics & Science | Mathematics + Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology Basic) |
| Social Studies | History, Geography, Politics |
How to Apply for Jharkhand TET Recruitment
Visit the official website jac.jharkhand.gov.in and go to the Exam Form Portal Section. Click on the JTET 2026 Online Application Form Link. Fill out the application form with the correct details carefully. Upload all required documents. Pay the application fee through the online mode as per your category. Finally, submit the application form. Take a printout of the confirmation page for your future reference.
Important Links
| Link Description | Links |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification Download PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
FAQs
What are the JTET 2026 application online dates?
The Jharkhand TET 2026 application online dates are from 21 April to 21 May 2026.
What is the mode of the JTET Exam?
The Jharkhand TET 2026 exam will be conducted in offline mode.
What is the validity of the JTET 2026 Certificate?
The Jharkhand TET 2026 certificate is valid for a lifetime.
