JAC JTET Recruitment 2026 - Sahayak Aacharya

About This Job

The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi has released the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026 notification (No. 487, dated 26 March 2026). If you want to become an Assistant Teacher (Sahayak Aacharya) in government primary and upper primary schools across Jharkhand, you need to clear this exam first. The online application window runs from 21 April to 21 May 2026. The exam is OMR-based with no negative marking, and a valid JTET certificate qualifies you for teaching appointments in Classes 1-8.

JAC JTET 2026 Recruitment - Sahayak Aacharya

The Jharkhand Shikshak Patrata Pariksha (JTET) 2026 is a state-level eligibility test conducted by the Jharkhand Academic Council under the new JTET Rules 2026. This test is your gateway to becoming a Sahayak Aacharya (Assistant Teacher) in Jharkhand government elementary schools. The exam has two levels - Level 1 for Primary (Class 1-5) and Level 2 for Upper Primary (Class 6-8). You can appear for one or both levels. The JTET certificate is valid for a lifetime, which is a major benefit compared to earlier rules.

Exam Levels

• Level 1 (Paper 1) - Primary: For teaching Classes 1 to 5 (Sahayak Aacharya at primary level)
• Level 2 (Paper 2) - Upper Primary: For teaching Classes 6 to 8 (Sahayak Aacharya at upper primary level)
• You can appear for both levels in a single application

Who Can Apply?

Level 1 - Primary Teacher (Class 1-5)

You need any one of the following qualifications:

• 12th pass with 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed / D.Ed (enrolled on or after 09.12.2007)
• 12th pass with 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed as per NCTE 2002 norms (enrolled before 09.12.2007)
• 12th pass with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed degree
• 12th pass with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Special Education
• Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed / D.Ed

Level 2 - Upper Primary Teacher (Class 6-8)

You need any one of the following qualifications:

• Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed / D.Ed
• Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed (enrolled after 29.07.2011 or in equivalent program)
• Graduation with 45% marks + B.Ed as per NCTE norms (enrolled before 29.07.2011)
• 12th pass with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed
• Post-graduation with 55% marks + 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed
• Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed in Special Education

Important: You must be an Indian citizen. Your teaching training must be from an NCTE-recognized institution. Candidates whose training is ongoing can also apply, but they must complete it before the exam.

Language Teacher (Class 6-8)

You need a 3-year Bachelor's degree (Pratishttha) in any language listed in Schedule I - Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu, or any regional/tribal language.

Math & Science Teacher (Class 6-8)

You need at least a 3-year graduation in Science/Engineering/Agriculture/Mathematics subjects, plus 10+2 with Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology (at least 2 science subjects).

Social Science Teacher (Class 6-8)

You need at least a 3-year graduation in Arts/Humanities/Commerce/Management subjects.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 years as on 1 August 2026
• Maximum Age: As per Jharkhand government service rules (determined by the Department of Personnel, Administrative Reforms and Official Language, Ranchi)
• Special relaxation: All candidates get a one-time age relaxation equal to the gap between the previous JTET and this JTET (e.g., if the last JTET was in 2016 and this one is in 2026, you get up to 9 years extra relaxation beyond 1 year)
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD: Additional relaxation of 5% in qualifying marks for educational qualification as per norms
• Para Teachers (Sahayak Adhyapak): Working para teachers get age relaxation equal to their service period, with a maximum upper age limit of 58 years

Salary

• Pay Level: Level 4 under 7th Pay Commission
• Basic Pay Range: Rs. 25,500 - 81,100 per month
• Grade Pay: Rs. 2,400
• Dearness Allowance (DA): 53% of basic pay
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): 20% of basic pay
• Approximate Starting In-hand Salary: Rs. 36,000+ per month

Note: The salary mentioned above is for the post of Sahayak Aacharya after appointment through the state government recruitment process. JTET is only the eligibility exam - actual salary applies once you are appointed as a teacher.

Application Fee

For Single Level (Level 1 OR Level 2)

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 1,300
• SC / ST / PwD: Rs. 700
• Primitive Tribal Group: Rs. 500

For Both Levels (Level 1 + Level 2)

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 1,500
• SC / ST / PwD: Rs. 800
• Primitive Tribal Group: Rs. 600

Payment Mode: Online only

Selection Process

1. JTET Written Exam (OMR-based): This is a multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam conducted in offline mode (pen and paper). Each level has 150 questions carrying 150 marks with a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes. There is no negative marking.
2. Document Verification: After clearing the exam, qualified candidates will receive a JTET certificate. When a teacher recruitment notification comes, you will need to submit your JTET certificate along with other documents for verification.

Qualifying Marks

• General / EWS: 60% (90 out of 150 marks)
• OBC (List 1 and List 2): 55% (82.5 out of 150 marks)
• SC / ST / Primitive Tribal / PwD: 52% (78 out of 150 marks)

How to Apply

1. Visit the official JAC website at jac.jharkhand.gov.in and click on the Exam Form Portal link
2. Click on the JTET 2026 apply link and complete the registration process
3. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and exam preferences (Level 1, Level 2, or both)
4. Upload your photograph and signature in the required format
5. Pay the application fee online based on your category and chosen level
6. Review all details carefully and submit the form
7. Download and print the confirmation page for your records

Important: Do not send any hard copy of the application to JAC. The entire process is online. There is no correction window mentioned, so fill your form carefully.

Note for JTET 2024 applicants: Even if you applied for JTET 2024, you must apply again for JTET 2026 with fresh registration and fee payment. However, the exam fee will not be charged again for such candidates.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 26 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 21 April 2026
• Application End Date: 21 May 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 21 May 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced
• Admit Card Date: To be announced

• Teach assigned subjects to students in primary (Class 1-5) or upper primary (Class 6-8) government schools across Jharkhand
• Prepare lesson plans and follow the state-approved curriculum and syllabus
• Monitor and evaluate student progress through regular assessments and examinations
• Keep accurate records of attendance, marks, and student performance
• Assist in organizing school events, cultural programs, and extracurricular activities
• Follow government guidelines on continuous and comprehensive evaluation (CCE)
• Work closely with parents and guardians to support student development
• Handle administrative tasks like mid-day meal supervision, census surveys, and election duties as assigned by the district education office