Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) — Department of School Education and Literacy, Government of Jharkhand
The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has issued an official recruitment notification for Teacher Eligibility Test (Primary & Upper Primary), announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in Jharkhand. The online application window opens on 21 April 2026 and closes on 02 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate/Diploma/B.Ed as per NCTE norms for primary and upper primary levels. and be within the prescribed age limit of As per the official recruitment rules of the Jharkhand government., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per state government norms for teachers.. The selection procedure comprises Written examination (Qualifying in nature).. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Exam Date | 14 Jun 2026 |
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The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi, has formally released the exam schedule for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026. This examination serves as the mandatory qualifying assessment for candidates aspiring to teach in primary (Class 1-5) and upper primary (Class 6-8) government schools across the state.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 2026-03-28 |
| Application Start Date | 2026-04-21 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-06-02 |
| Exam Date | 2026-06-14 |
The examination will be conducted in an offline, OMR-based format. Candidates should note the following structural details for the test:
The assessment evaluates competencies in Child Development and Pedagogy, two language papers, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies for Paper 1, with subject-specific content for Paper 2.
Given the proximity of the exam date, candidates are advised to focus on the following core areas:
Candidates must carry a printed copy of their admit card and a valid original photo identity proof (such as an Aadhar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID) to the examination center. Ensure that the photograph on the admit card matches the identification provided. Electronic devices, including calculators and mobile phones, are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.
The admit card is expected to be uploaded on the official JAC portal approximately 7 to 10 days before the scheduled exam date.
No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test.
Candidates can obtain the official exam notification directly from the Jharkhand Academic Council website at jac.jharkhand.gov.in.
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