The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has officially released the JTET 2026 Online Form for candidates who want to become teachers in Jharkhand government schools.
Latest Update
- Application Start: 21 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 21 May 2026
- Notification Released: 28 March 2026
- Exam Date: To be announced
The application process is currently LIVE.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | https://jac.jharkhand.gov.in |
JTET is mandatory for teaching Class 1–5 (Paper-I) and Class 6–8 (Paper-II).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 28 March 2026 |
| Online Form Start | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | Notify Soon |
Application Fee
For One Paper (Paper-I or II)
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1300
- SC / ST: ₹700
For Both Papers
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1500
- SC / ST: ₹800
Payment mode: Online
Eligibility Criteria
For Paper-I (Class 1–5)
- 12th Pass + D.El.Ed / BTC / equivalent
For Paper-II (Class 6–8)
- Graduation + B.Ed / D.El.Ed
Candidates must meet NCTE norms for teacher eligibility.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: As per rules
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Level | Classes |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Primary | 1–5 |
| Paper-II | Upper Primary | 6–8 |
- Mode: Offline (OMR)
- Type: MCQ आधारित परीक्षा
- Both papers may be conducted same day in different shifts
How to Apply Online
- Visit official website 👉 https://jac.jharkhand.gov.in
- Go to Exam Form Portal
- Click on JTET 2026 Apply Online
- Register with basic details
- Fill application form
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay application fee
- Submit and print form
आवेदन पूरी तरह online mode में होगा.
Important Instructions
- Apply before 21 May 2026
- Choose correct Paper-I / Paper-II / Both
- Upload documents properly
- Keep application print for future
What is JTET?
The Jharkhand TET is a qualifying exam required for teacher recruitment in government schools. It tests:
- Teaching aptitude
- Subject knowledge
- Child development understanding
Without JTET qualification, candidates are not eligible for teacher jobs in Jharkhand.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Press Advertisement | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
| JHTET Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ – JTET Online Form 2026
Q1. When did JTET 2026 form start?
21 April 2026
Q2. What is last date to apply?
21 May 2026
Q3. Who can apply?
Candidates with 12th + D.El.Ed / Graduation + B.Ed
Q4. Is JTET compulsory?
Yes, for Jharkhand government teacher jobs
Q5. What is exam mode?
Offline (OMR based)