HP TET November 2026 Notification is out. The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala has invited online applications for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for TGT, JBT, Punjabi, Urdu, and Special Educator categories. The application process is open from September 11 to October 3, 2026 (without late fee). The exam will be held from November 22 to December 6, 2026. Candidates can apply online at www.hpbose.org.
HP TET November 2026 Notification Out
HP TET November 2026: The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala has officially released the Prospectus/Information Bulletin for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) November-2026. The test is conducted by HPBOSE on behalf of the Department of School Education, Government of Himachal Pradesh, in accordance with Section 23(1) of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, and as per the minimum qualifications prescribed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) for appointment as a teacher.
HP TET November 2026 Overview
As per the latest update, the online application process started from September 11, 2026, and the last date to submit the application without a late fee is October 3, 2026 (till 11:59 PM). The examination is scheduled to be held from November 22, 2026 to December 6, 2026.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | HP Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) November-2026 |
| Conducting Body | Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala |
| Purpose | Eligibility for appointment as teacher (as per RTE Act, 2009) |
| Categories Covered | TGT (Arts, Medical, Non-Medical, Hindi, Sanskrit), JBT, Punjabi, Urdu, Special Educator (Pre-Primary to Class V & Class VI to XII) |
| Exam Mode | Offline, OMR-based |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.hpbose.org |
HP TET November 2026 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) | 3 October 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply (With Late Fee of Rs. 600/-) | 4 October to 8 October 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Online Correction Window (Except Category) | 9 October to 12 October 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Correction in Category/Sub-category (Offline, at Board Office) | Till 15 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | 3-4 days before the exam |
| Exam Dates | 22 November to 6 December 2026 |
HP TET November 2026 Exam Schedule
| Name of Exam | Date of Exam | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGT (Arts) TET | 22 Nov 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| JBT TET | 22 Nov 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT Non-Medical / Special Educator (Class VI-XII) | 29 Nov 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT (Sanskrit) / Special Educator (Pre-Primary to Class V) | 29 Nov 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT (Medical) / Punjabi / Urdu | 6 Dec 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT Hindi TET | 6 Dec 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
HP TET November 2026 Categories/Subjects
Candidates can apply for the Teacher Eligibility Test in the following categories:
- TGT (Arts)
- TGT (Non-Medical)
- TGT (Medical)
- JBT (Junior Basic Training)
- TGT (Sanskrit)
- TGT (Hindi)
- Punjabi Language Teacher
- Urdu Language Teacher
- Special Educator TET (Pre-Primary to Class V)
- Special Educator TET (Class VI to Class XII)
Candidates wishing to appear for more than one category must submit a separate online application and fee for each category.
HP TET November 2026 Eligibility
Eligibility varies by category. Some key qualification routes are:
- TGT (Arts): Graduation (B.A./B.Com.) or Post-Graduation with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognized institution, or Senior Secondary with 50% marks and a 4-year B.El.Ed./B.A.Ed.
- TGT (Non-Medical): B.Sc. (Non-Medical) or M.Sc. with at least 50% marks and B.Ed., or equivalent integrated degree routes.
- TGT (Medical): B.Sc. (Medical) or M.Sc. with at least 50% marks and B.Ed., or equivalent integrated degree routes.
- TGT (Sanskrit): Shastri/Graduation with Sanskrit as an elective, or Acharya, with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognized institution.
- TGT (Hindi): Graduation with Hindi as an elective subject or Post-Graduation in Hindi with at least 50% marks and B.Ed.
- JBT: 10+2/Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and 2 years JBT/D.El.Ed, or Graduation with 2 years JBT/D.El.Ed.
- Punjabi/Urdu Language Teacher: B.A. with Punjabi/Urdu as an elective subject and a Diploma in Elementary Education, or B.A. with 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed.
- Special Educator TET (Pre-Primary to Class V / Class VI to XII): Graduation/10+2 with at least 50% marks along with a D.Ed./B.Ed. in Special Education from an RCI-approved institution, along with a valid RCI & CRR number.
Candidates pursuing the final year of a recognized teacher education programme are also eligible to appear.
Age Limit
There is no upper age limit to apply for HP TET. Age criteria, if any, will be considered by the appointing authority at the time of actual appointment as per the relevant Recruitment & Promotion (R&P) Rules.
HP TET November 2026 Application Form
The Online Application Form for HP TET November-2026 is available from 11 September to 3 October 2026 (without late fee), with a late-fee window extending till 8 October 2026.
- Candidates must apply only through www.hpbose.org, under the “CET/Vacancy” option.
- Aadhaar number, subject selection, qualification, and personal details (in capital letters, matching the Matriculation certificate) must be filled carefully.
- Scanned photograph (JPG, under 20 KB, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) and signature (JPG, under 15 KB, 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm) must be uploaded.
- Once the examination fee is paid, no correction in particulars is allowed except during the specified correction window.
- Category/sub-category, once declared, cannot be changed except through a personal offline application with valid certificates at the Board office by 15 October 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General & its Sub-Categories (except PHH) | Rs. 1,200/- |
| OBC/ST/SC/Physically Handicapped (PHH) | Rs. 700/- |
| Late Fee (in addition to exam fee, if applicable) | Rs. 600/- |
Fees can be paid through Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card via the payment gateway. Service charges/tax, if applicable, will be charged extra by the bank.
HP TET November 2026 Exam Pattern
- Each subject’s question paper comprises 150 multiple-choice/objective-type questions, each carrying 1 mark, to be attempted in 150 minutes (2.5 hours).
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Question papers are bilingual (English & Hindi), except for language papers (Punjabi/Urdu).
- Responses must be marked on the OMR sheet using a blue or black ballpoint pen; once marked, no change is permitted.
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Passing Percentage | Passing Marks (out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 60% | 90 |
| SC/ST/OBC & PHH | 55% | 82 |
HP TET November 2026 Structure of the Test (Section-wise)
- TGT (Arts/Non-Medical/Medical): Section I (Q1-30) – Child Psychology & Pedagogy; Section II (Q31-60) – General Awareness including HP, Current Affairs & Environmental Studies; Sections III & IV (Q61-150) – subject-specific (English & Social Studies for Arts; Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry for Non-Medical; Botany, Zoology & Chemistry for Medical).
- TGT (Sanskrit): Section I (Q1-120) – Shastri degree course content; Section II (Q121-150) – General Awareness.
- TGT (Hindi): Section I (Q1-120) – Hindi Graduation-level course; Section II (Q121-150) – General Awareness.
- JBT: Section I – Child Development & Pedagogy; Section II – English; Section III – Hindi; Section IV – Mathematics; Section V – Social Sciences, Environmental Studies & General Awareness.
- Punjabi/Urdu Language Teacher: Section I (Q1-120) – Graduation-level Punjabi/Urdu course; Section II (Q121-150) – General Awareness.
- Special Educator TET (Pre-Primary to Class V): Covers disability-related topics (understanding disability, early intervention, ASD/ID/SLD learning characteristics, IEP and teaching strategies) plus General Awareness.
- Special Educator TET (Class VI to XII): Covers Educational Psychology, Introduction to Disabilities, Inclusive Education, Guidance & Counseling, Community-Based Rehabilitation, and General Studies.
HP TET November 2026 Validity and Applicability
- The HP TET qualifying certificate is valid for a lifetime for all categories, with no restriction on the number of attempts.
- TET applies to schools under the H.P./State Government, local authorities, and other institutions as defined under the RTE Act, 2009.
- Qualifying TET does not, by itself, confer any right to appointment — final eligibility is verified by the concerned recruiting/appointing authority.
FAQs
When did the HP TET November 2026 application process start?
The online application process started on 11 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for HP TET November 2026 without late fee?
The last date without late fee is 3 October 2026 (till 11:59 PM); with a late fee of Rs. 600/-, candidates can apply till 8 October 2026.
When will the HP TET November 2026 exam be held?
The exam will be conducted from 22 November to 6 December 2026, across different dates for different subject categories.
What is the exam pattern for HP TET November 2026?
Each paper has 150 objective-type questions of 1 mark each, to be completed in 150 minutes (2.5 hours), with no negative marking.
What is the application fee for HP TET November 2026?
Rs. 1,200/- for General category and its sub-categories (except PHH), and Rs. 700/- for OBC/SC/ST/PHH candidates.
What is the minimum qualifying mark for HP TET? 60% (90 out of 150) for Unreserved candidates, and 55% (82 out of 150) for SC/ST/OBC/PHH candidates.
Is there an age limit for HP TET November 2026?
No, there is no upper age limit to appear for the Teacher Eligibility Test.
How long is the HP TET certificate valid?
The HP TET qualifying certificate is valid for a lifetime for all categories, with unlimited attempts allowed.
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