JTET Exam Date 2026: The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi has announced the official schedule for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026. As per Notice No. 62/2026 dated 28 September 2026, the examination will be held on 01 November 2026.
The JTET 2026 will be conducted in two shifts for candidates appearing for the Primary and Upper Primary levels. The first shift will be held for Classes 6 to 8, while the second shift will be conducted for Classes 1 to 5.
Candidates should carefully check their admit card for the allotted examination centre, reporting time, and other instructions before appearing for the exam.

The key details related to the JTET 2026 examination are given below:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi |
| Session | 2026 |
| Official Notification | 28 September 2026 |
| Notice Number | 62/2026 |
| JTET Exam Date 2026 | 01 November 2026 |
| Exam Mode | As per official schedule |
| Admit Card Release Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Result | December 2026 (Expected) |
| Official Website | jac.jharkhand.gov.in |
The JTET 2026 examination will be conducted in two shifts on the same day. Candidates should report to their respective examination centres well before the scheduled examination time.
| Paper/Level | Exam Date | Exam Timing | Duration |
| Upper Primary – Classes 6 to 8 | 01 November 2026 | 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Primary – Classes 1 to 5 | 01 November 2026 | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
Candidates must verify the exact reporting time and centre details mentioned on their JTET admit card.
The JTET Admit Card 2026 is scheduled to be released on 15 October 2026. Candidates who successfully complete the application process will be able to download their hall tickets online through the official JAC website.
The admit card will contain important information such as the candidate's name, roll number, examination centre, paper, exam date, reporting time, and examination-day instructions. Candidates should download the admit card as soon as it is released and check all details carefully.
Candidates should follow all instructions mentioned by JAC on the admit card and official examination notice. Important guidelines include:
Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time.
Carry a clear printed copy of the JTET admit card.
Carry the required original identity proof for verification.
Do not carry mobile phones, smartwatches, or other prohibited electronic devices into the examination hall.
PwD candidates should follow the instructions regarding compensatory time and scribe facilities, wherever applicable.
Candidates using a scribe must meet the eligibility and approval requirements prescribed by the authorities.
Candidates should rely on the instructions printed on their admit card for the final examination-day requirements.
