Jharkhand Academic Council, Ranchi conducts the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) for candidates who want to become teachers for Primary Classes (1 to 5) and Upper Primary Classes (6 to 8) in government and private schools of Jharkhand. This examination is conducted to check the teaching eligibility and understanding of candidates for school-level education. Candidates who qualify in the JTET Exam become eligible to apply for various teaching recruitments in Jharkhand.
According to the official notification issued on 28 March 2026, the online application process for JTET 2026 will begin on 21 April 2026 and continue until 21 May 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their application forms through the official portal.
The Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test is one of the most important state-level teaching eligibility examinations conducted for candidates seeking government teaching opportunities in Jharkhand schools.
JTET 2026: Overview
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Academic Council |
| Notification Release Date | 28 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 May 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Official Exam Portal | jacexamportal.in |
| Official JTET Portal | jactetonline.com |
| JTET Portal Website | jtet.jacportal.in |
JTET 2026 Direct Links
Candidates can use the following important links related to JTET 2026:
| Apply Online for JTET 2026 | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel for latest updates | Click Here |
| Forgot Registration Number (Old Candidates) | Click Here |
| Forgot Password (Old Candidates) | Click Here |
| JTET Study Materials | Click Here |
| JTET Exam Notification | Download Now |
| JTET Syllabus | Download Now Download (Link_2) |
| JTET Regulations | Download Now |
| Results Portal | https://results.jacportal.in/ |
| JAC Portal Website | https://www.jacportal.in |
| JAC Exam Portal | https://jacexamportal.in/ |
Important Dates for JTET 2026
Candidates should carefully note all important dates related to the examination process.
| Notification Release Date | 28 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To Be Announced |
| Correction Window | To Be Announced |
| Examination Date | To Be Announced |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
Applicants are advised to regularly visit the official portal for the latest updates.
JTET Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational and age criteria to appear for the examination.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | As per Government Rules |
| Para Teachers | Relaxation equal to service period (maximum up to 58 years) |
| One-Time Relaxation | Up to 9 years relaxation due to non-conduct of exam after 2016 |
Nationality
- Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
Marks Relaxation
- 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks for:
- SC
- ST
- PVTG
- BC
- Divyang candidates
JTET Exam Pattern 2026
JTET 2026 will be conducted in offline mode using OMR sheets.
| Level | Exam Type | Syllabus Basis | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary (Class 1–5) | Objective MCQs | Based on Class 10 Curriculum | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | No |
| Upper Primary (Class 6–8) | Objective MCQs | Based on 10+2 Curriculum | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | No |
Additional Time for PwD Candidates
Persons with disabilities will receive an additional 30 minutes.
JTET Qualifying Marks 2026
Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks according to their category.
| Category | Passing Percentage | Passing Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 60% | 90 Marks |
| ST / SC / PVTG / PwD | 52% | 78 Marks |
| BC-1 / BC-2 | 55% | 82.5 Marks |
JTET Application Fee 2026
The application fee varies according to category and level.
| Category | Primary Level | Upper Primary Level | Both Levels |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC-1 / BC-2 | ₹1300 | ₹1300 | ₹1500 |
| ST / SC / PwD | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| Primitive Tribe (PVTG) | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
Important Note
Candidates who had applied under Advertisement No. 30/2024 are exempted from paying the fee again, but re-application is mandatory.
JTET Educational Qualification 2026
Educational qualifications differ for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
JTET Paper 1 Qualification (Classes 1–5)
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
- Senior Secondary with minimum 50% marks and 2-year D.El.Ed
- Senior Secondary with minimum 45% marks and D.El.Ed (as per older NCTE norms)
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and Diploma in Special Education
- Graduation with D.El.Ed
JTET Paper 2 Qualification (Classes 6–8)
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
- Graduation with D.El.Ed
- Graduation with minimum 50% marks and B.Ed
- Graduation with minimum 45% marks and B.Ed (as per NCTE rules)
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed
- Senior Secondary with 50% marks and integrated B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed
- Graduation with B.Ed (Special Education)
- Post Graduation with 55% marks and integrated B.Ed-M.Ed
Final Year Candidates
Candidates appearing in the final year of qualifying courses are also eligible to apply.
How to Apply for JTET 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the application process:
- Visit the official website: jactetonline.com
- Click on “JTET 2026 Online Application”
- Register using personal details
- Fill in educational and communication details carefully
- Upload required documents and photographs
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application form
- Download and print the confirmation page for future use
Contact Details – Jharkhand Academic Council
| Office Name | Jharkhand Academic Council, Ranchi |
| Address | Barganwan, Gyandeep Campus, Namkum, Ranchi – 834010 |
| Telephone | 0651-2261466 |
| ithelp.jac@gmail.com | |
| Registration Queries | jhtet2024@gmail.com |
The release of the JTET Exam 2026 Notification has brought a major opportunity for teaching aspirants in Jharkhand. Candidates interested in becoming primary or upper primary teachers should complete their application process between 21 April and 21 May 2026 and begin preparation as early as possible.
With no negative marking, category-wise relaxation, and detailed syllabus availability, JTET 2026 offers candidates a fair opportunity to qualify for future teaching recruitment processes in Jharkhand.
Applicants are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding admit card, examination date, answer key, and result announcements.
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