Jharkhand JTET Admit Card 2026
Job highlights
| Organisation | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) |
|---|---|
| State | ⛏️ Jharkhand |
| Employment type | Other |
| Posted | Oct 15, 2026 |
The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi, has released the admit card for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026. Candidates who registered successfully can download the hall ticket and check their assigned exam details before appearing for the test, which is intended for those seeking eligibility to teach at the primary and upper-primary levels in Jharkhand.
The admit card became available on 15 October 2026, and the JTET examination is scheduled for 1 November 2026. The test covers Classes 1 to 5 and Classes 6 to 8, with each level assigned a separate shift. Candidates need their registration number and date of birth to access the admit card; JTET is qualifying in nature, with minimum marks varying by category.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JTET 2026 admit card released | 15 October 2026 |
| Jharkhand JTET 2026 examination | 1 November 2026 |
The exam schedule provided for the two levels is as follows:
| Exam level | Shift | Exam timing |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Primary Level (Classes 6 to 8) | First shift | 9:30 am to 12:00 noon |
| Primary Level (Classes 1 to 5) | Second shift | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Candidates should arrive at their examination centre two hours before the scheduled start time. The main gate is due to close 30 minutes before the examination begins, and candidates arriving after closure may not be allowed to enter.
How to Apply
This is an admit-card download process rather than a new application. Candidates who have registered for JTET 2026 can retrieve their hall ticket through the available online link by following these steps:
- Visit the Jharkhand Academic Council website at www.jac.jharkhand.gov.in or the exam portal at jacexamportal.in. The admit-card link is also available at jactetonline.com.
- Select the option labelled “Download Admit Card for Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026”.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth in the required login fields.
- Submit the details to display the admit card.
- Download and save the admit card, then print the required copies for the examination.
Check the downloaded document carefully. It is expected to show the candidate’s full name, examination name, paper details, roll number, gender, registration number, date of birth, examination date and time, centre name and address, centre code, reporting time, photograph and signature. Contact the examination authority if any information appears incorrect.
Carry a printed JTET admit card, including the candidate and centre copies, and an original valid photo identity document. Examples of accepted identity documents listed in the notification are an Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID, passport or driving licence. A passport-size photograph matching the one uploaded during registration may be required. A transparent blue or black ballpoint pen may be carried if permitted, along with any other documents specifically requested by the authority.
Electronic devices are prohibited, including mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, earphones and pagers. Candidates should also leave behind books, printed or handwritten notes, blank paper, geometry boxes, cameras and recording devices, as well as wallets, handbags, purses and other unnecessary personal belongings.
Selection Process
JTET is a qualifying examination for candidates seeking eligibility to teach at the primary (Classes 1 to 5) or upper-primary (Classes 6 to 8) level in Jharkhand. Candidates must obtain the minimum qualifying percentage specified for their category. The qualifying marks stated for JTET 2026 are:
| Category | Minimum qualifying marks |
|---|---|
| General | 60% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 60% |
| Backward Class I | 55% |
| Backward Class II | 55% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 52% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 52% |
| Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) | 52% |
| Persons with Disabilities | 52% |
Registered candidates should download and check their admit card well before 1 November 2026, confirm their shift and centre details, and plan to arrive at the examination centre two hours before the scheduled start.
Important links
- Admit card download: https://jactetonline.com/
- JAC exam portal: https://jacexamportal.in/
- Jharkhand Academic Council website: https://www.jac.jharkhand.gov.in/
Frequently asked questions
When was the Jharkhand JTET 2026 admit card released? +
The Jharkhand Academic Council released the JTET 2026 admit card on 15 October 2026.
When and at what times will the JTET 2026 exam be held? +
The examination is scheduled for 1 November 2026. The upper-primary test for Classes 6 to 8 is from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon, and the primary test for Classes 1 to 5 is from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
What details are needed to download the JTET admit card? +
Candidates need their registration number and date of birth to log in and access the admit card.
What should candidates bring to the JTET examination centre? +
Bring a printed admit card, including the candidate and centre copies, and an original valid photo ID such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID, passport or driving licence. A matching passport-size photograph may also be required.
How early should candidates reach the JTET exam centre? +
Candidates should reach the centre two hours before their scheduled exam start. The main gate closes 30 minutes before the examination begins, and late arrivals may not be admitted.
What are the JTET 2026 minimum qualifying marks? +
The minimum is 60% for General and EWS candidates, 55% for Backward Class I and II candidates, and 52% for SC, ST, PVTG and Persons with Disabilities candidates.