Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) is accepting the application form for Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test-2026 at the official website www.jac.jharkhand.gov.in. The last date to submit the online application form has been extended by the officials. Interested candidates who haven’t applied yet can now submit their application forms till 2nd June 2026. Go through this article to check the steps to apply, the documents required, and other details.

Candidates must have passed their intermediate examination with a total of 50% in aggregate. OR They must have done their 2-year diploma or 4-year bachelor’s program in Elementary Education to be eligible to apply for the JTET 2026 Exam. Candidates make sure to fill their JTET Application Form 2026 carefully; providing incorrect information leads to the rejection of the online form.

Minimum Age – 18 years for Paper 1.

Minimum Age – 21 years for Paper 2.

Before submitting the JTET Application Form 2026, candidates are required to pay an application fee as per their respective categories for successful submission. Any application without the application fee will not be accepted and will be rejected.

To apply online for the Jharkhand TET 2026 Exam, candidates must follow the steps provided below.

1. Website: Open your web browser and then visit the official website of Jharkhand Academic Council, Ranchi, i.e., www.jac.jharkhand.gov.in.
2. Registration: Click on the “JTET 2026 Registration” link. Provide your name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID to generate a login ID and password.
3. Fill Application: Log in with your credentials and enter your personal details, academic qualifications, and select the exam level (Paper 1, Paper 2, or both).
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required documents in the prescribed format: (i) Recent passport-size photograph. (ii) Scanned signature. (iii) Educational certificates and mark sheets. (iv) Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, PAN Card).
5. Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
6. Submit & Print: Review all details in the preview, submit the form, and download the confirmation page for your records.

Documents Required for JTET Apply Online 2026

To apply for the Jharkhand TET 2026, candidates must upload scanned copies of several documents in a prescribed digital format.

• Recent Passport-size Photograph: A clear, coloured scanned image.
• Signature: Your scanned signature on plain white paper.
• Proof of Identity: A valid government-issued ID like your Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, or Voter ID.
• Educational Certificates: Mark sheets and passing certificates for: (i) Class 10 & 12 (Intermediate). (ii) Graduation (for Paper 2 applicants). (iii) Teaching Professional Degree/Diploma (e.g., D.El. Ed, B.Ed, B.El. Ed).
• Caste/Category Certificate: Required if you are applying under SC, ST, BC, or EWS categories to claim fee concessions.
• Domicile Certificate: Necessary for candidates claiming local reservation or state-specific eligibility benefits.
• Disability (PwD) Certificate: Required for candidates seeking age relaxation or reservation under the persons with disabilities category.

Digital Upload Checklist

Ensure your files meet these general requirements before starting:

• Photograph & Signature: Often required in .jpg or .jpeg format, with sizes typically ranging between 10 KB to 100 KB (verify exact limits on the portal).
• Certificates: Usually required in PDF format for better clarity.
• Working Contact Details: You must have an active mobile number and email ID for OTP verification and receiving login credentials.