Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET), conducted by the Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), is a state-level teacher eligibility exam for candidates aspiring to teach in primary (Classes 1–5) and upper primary (Classes 6–8) schools across Jharkhand. The eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, and exam pattern vary for each level in accordance with the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines.
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Academic Council |
| Get exam updates on WhatsApp | Click Here |
| JAC Portal Website | https://www.jacportal.in/ |
| Official Website | https://jacexamportal.in/ |
JTET Eligibility Criteria 2026
JTET eligibility criteria consist of two main parts: Age Limit and Educational Qualification. Candidates must fulfil both requirements to be eligible for the exam. In addition, applicants should also meet basic conditions related to nationality and category-wise relaxations before applying.
| Nationality | Must be an Indian Citizen |
| Marks Relaxation | 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST/PVGT/BC/Divyang candidates |
Age criteria
The age criteria for JTET exam are defined as per government norms. Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement, while the upper age limit includes relaxations for specific categories.
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | As per Government Rules |
| Para Teachers Relaxation | Age relaxation equal to service period (maximum up to 58 years) |
| One-time Relaxation | Up to 9 years relaxation due to delay in exam since 2016 |
Educational Qualification
JTET educational qualifications vary for Paper 1 (Primary Level) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary Level). Candidates must meet at least one of the prescribed qualifications.
JTET Paper 2 Educational Qualification (Upper Primary: Classes 6–8)
Candidates applying for JTET Paper 2 must have any one of the following educational qualifications:
| Graduation with D.El.Ed |
| Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed (as per NCTE norms after 29.07.2011) |
| Graduation with at least 45% marks and B.Ed (as per NCTE regulations) |
| Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed |
| Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed |
| Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed (Special Education) |
| Post Graduation with at least 55% marks and 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed |
JTET Paper 1 Educational Qualification (Primary: Classes 1–5)
Candidates applying for JTET Paper 1 must have any one of the following educational qualifications:
| Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 2-year D.El.Ed (after 09.12.2007, NCTE norms) |
| Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and 2-year D.El.Ed (before 09.12.2007, NCTE 2002 norms) |
| Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed |
| Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and Diploma in Special Education |
| Graduation with Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) |
Note: Final-year candidates in qualifying courses are also eligible to apply, subject to document verification.
JTET Exam Pattern 2026
The exam will be conducted in offline mode (OMR-based) and will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
| Level | Exam Mode | Question Type | Syllabus Basis | Duration | Negative Marking |
| Primary (Classes 1 to 5) | Offline (OMR) | MCQs | Based on Class 10 | 2 hours 30 minutes (Note: 30 minutes extra for persons with disabilities) | No |
| Upper Primary (Classes 6 to 8) | Offline (OMR) | Based on Class 10+2 |
Qualifying Marks for JTET
To be declared qualified, candidates must secure the minimum marks as per their category.
| Category | Minimum Percentage | Marks (Out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 60% | 90 |
| BC-1 / BC-2 | 55% | 82.5 |
| SC / ST / PVTG / PwD | 52% | 78 |
Candidates are advised to stay updated with official announcements and begin preparation early to secure the required qualifying marks.
Important Links for JTET
| Online Application Portal | Click Here |
| JTET Notes | Click Here |
| Paper 1 Syllabus Download | Download |
| Paper 2 Syllabus Download | Download |
| JTET Notification 2026 | Download Now |
| JTET Regulations 2026 | Download Now |
| JAC Portal Website | https://www.jacportal.in/ |
| JAC Exam Portal | https://jacexamportal.in/ |
