JTET 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online Till 2 June for Jharkhand TET Exam.Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has officially released the JTET 2026 Notification for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test. Candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in government schools across Jharkhand can now apply online through the official website.
The online application process for JTET 2026 is currently active and the last date to submit the application form has been extended till 2 June 2026. Interested candidates are advised to complete the registration process before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
The Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) is a state-level eligibility examination conducted for candidates aspiring to teach at Primary (Class 1 to 5) and Upper Primary (Class 6 to 8) levels.
JTET 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Official Website | jac.jharkhand.gov.in |
JTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2 June 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 7 to 10 Days Before Exam |
| Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Result Date | Notify Later |
JTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the required educational qualification and age criteria before applying.
Eligibility for Paper 1 (Classes 1 to 5)
Candidates should have passed Intermediate (10+2) with at least 50% marks and should possess:
- 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed/BTC)
OR - 4-Year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed)
Eligibility for Paper 2 (Classes 6 to 8)
Candidates should possess:
- Graduation Degree with D.El.Ed/B.Ed
OR - Integrated B.Ed Program
OR - B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed qualification
Age Limit
| Paper | Minimum Age |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 18 Years |
| Paper 2 | 21 Years |
There is no official upper age limit mentioned in the notification.
JTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Paper I or II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC | ₹1300 | ₹1500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| Primitive Tribe | ₹500 | ₹600 |
The application fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, or Mobile Wallet.
JTET 2026 Exam Pattern
The examination will be conducted in offline OMR-based mode.
Paper 1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 60% |
| BC / EBC | 55% |
| SC / ST / Women / PwD | 52% |
Documents Required for JTET 2026 Application
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying online:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card or Valid ID Proof
- Class 10 and 12 Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate
- D.El.Ed / B.Ed Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply for JTET 2026
Candidates can follow these simple steps to submit the online application form:
- Visit the official JAC website.
- Click on the “JTET 2026 Registration” link.
- Complete the registration process using mobile number and email ID.
- Fill personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload required documents in prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future use.
