The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi has released the official schedule for the JAC Class 8 Special Examination 2026. The special examination is being conducted for students who were absent from the Annual Class 8 Examination 2026 and successfully applied through their respective schools.
The board has now announced the examination dates, while the JAC 8th Special Exam Admit Card 2026 will be released before the commencement of the examination. Students should contact their schools to obtain their admit cards.
| Exam Name | JAC 8th Special Examination 2026 |
|---|---|
| Board | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi |
| Session | 2025–26 |
| Exam Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | To Be Released Soon |
| Eligible Candidates | Students Absent in Annual Class 8 Exam 2026 |
| Official Website | jac.jharkhand.gov.in |
JAC 8th Special Exam 2026 Important Dates
Students and school authorities should keep track of the important dates mentioned below.
| Online Application Started | 18 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To Be Announced |
| Special Examination Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Result Date | To Be Announced |
JAC 8th Special Exam 2026 Latest Update
Jharkhand Academic Council has officially confirmed that the JAC Class 8 Special Examination 2026 will be held on 28 July 2026. The examination is being conducted exclusively for students who remained absent during the Annual Class 8 Examination 2026.
The admit card for the special examination will be issued through the respective schools before the examination. Students are advised to stay in touch with their school authorities for the latest updates regarding the admit card and examination instructions.
Who Can Appear in the JAC 8th Special Exam 2026?
The following students are eligible to appear in the special examination:
- Students who were absent in the JAC Class 8 Annual Examination 2026.
- Students whose application forms were submitted by their respective schools.
- Students studying in schools recognized by the Jharkhand Academic Council.
JAC 8th Special Exam 2026 Schedule
| Date | Day | Time | Paper | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 July 2026 | Tuesday | 9:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Paper-I | Hindi, English & Additional Subject |
| 28 July 2026 | Tuesday | 2:00 PM – 5:15 PM | Paper-II | Mathematics, Science & Social Science |
JAC 8th Special Exam Admit Card 2026
The JAC Class 8 Special Exam Admit Card 2026 will be released shortly before the examination. School principals will download the admit cards from the official portal and distribute them to the eligible students.
Students should carefully verify all the details mentioned on the admit card, including:
- Student’s Name
- Roll Number
- School Name
- Examination Centre
- Exam Date and Timing
- Subject Details
- Important Instructions
Important Instructions
Students appearing for the special examination should follow these important guidelines:
- Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time.
- Carry the original admit card on all examination days.
- Follow all instructions issued by JAC and the examination centre.
- Do not carry any prohibited electronic devices inside the examination hall.
- Contact your school immediately in case of any discrepancy in the admit card.
Important Links
| Admit Card | Coming soon |
| Get exam updates on WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Admit Card Notice | Download |
| Online Application | Active |
| Official Notification | Available |
| Student Information Sheet for the JAC Class VIII Special Examination 2026 | Download |
| JAC 8th Special Exam 2026 | Apply Here |
| JAC 9th Special Exam 2026 | Apply Here |
| JAC 11th Special Exam 2026 | Apply Here |
| Official Website | Jharkhand Academic Council |
| Result Portal | https://results.jacportal.in/ |
Students are advised to remain in regular contact with their respective schools and visit the official JAC website for the latest announcements regarding the JAC 8th Special Examination 2026, admit card, result, and other important updates.
