Jharkhand Academic Council — Department of School Education and Literacy, Jharkhand
The Jharkhand Academic Council has issued an official recruitment notification for Teacher (Primary and Upper Primary), announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in Jharkhand. The online application window opens on 21 April 2026 and closes on 20 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold 12th Pass/Graduate with D.El.Ed/B.Ed or equivalent RCI-approved qualifications. and be within the prescribed age limit of Minimum 21 years; maximum age as per Jharkhand Government norms., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Written Examination (OMR-based) followed by document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi, has officially extended the application deadline for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026. Candidates intending to qualify for teaching positions in primary (Class 1-5) and upper primary (Class 6-8) government schools across the state must submit their applications via the official portal by 20 July 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Extended Application Closing Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 July 2026 |
Candidates must ensure their qualifications meet the standards set by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Specific requirements are as follows:
| Category | Paper 1 or 2 Only | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC-1 / BC-2 | Rs. 1300 | Rs. 1500 |
| SC / ST / PVTG / Divyang | Rs. 700 | Rs. 800 |
The JTET is an offline, OMR-based test. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 consist of 150 objective-type questions carrying 150 marks. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the JTET 2026 examination.
Yes, candidates fulfilling the eligibility requirements for both levels can apply for both papers by paying the specified fee.
General/EWS candidates require 60%, BC candidates require 55%, and SC/ST/PwD candidates require 52% to qualify.
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