HPTET 2026: The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala, has officially released the Himachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (HPTET) June 2026 Notification for various teaching eligibility tests. As per the notice dated 28 April 2026, the board will conduct the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for multiple subjects, including TGT, JBT, Shastri, Language Teachers, and Special Educators. Candidates who want to become teachers in Himachal Pradesh can apply online within the given dates. The HPTET 2026 Notification has been released on 30 April 2026, and the applications are invited from 30 April to 15 May 2026.
The application process will be conducted online through the official website of HPBOSE, and candidates are advised to complete the form before the last date to avoid late fees.
Also Read: Rajasthan RSSB Teaching Associate Recruitment 2026
Overview of HPTET June 2026
| HPTET 2026 | Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) |
| Exam Name | Himachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (HPTET) June 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Notification Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Exam Type | Teacher’s Eligibility Test |
| Location | Himachal Pradesh (HP) |
| Official Website | hpbose.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 30 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Late Fee Application | 16 May to 18 May 2026 |
| Correction Window | 19 May to 20 May 2026 |
| Admit Card | 4 days before the exam |
| Exam Date | 7-21 June 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1200 |
| SC / ST / OBC / PH | ₹700 |
| Late Fee (Additional) | ₹600 |
Note: Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking only. Bank charges may apply.
HPTET June 2026 Exam Schedule
| Exam Name | Date | Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Educator TET (Pre-Primary to Class V) | 07 June 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| Special Educator TET (Class VI to XII) | 07 June 2026 | 02:00 PM – 04:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT (Arts) | 13 June 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT (Medical) | 13 June 2026 | 02:00 PM – 04:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| JBT TET | 14 June 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT (Sanskrit) | 14 June 2026 | 02:00 PM – 04:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| Punjabi TET | 17 June 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| Urdu TET | 17 June 2026 | 02:00 PM – 04:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT (Non-Medical) | 21 June 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
| TGT (Hindi) | 21 June 2026 | 02:00 PM – 04:30 PM | 2.5 Hours |
Also Read: MPESB Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification OUT For 1200 Posts
Minimum Eligibility Criteria (Post-wise)
The detailed eligibility is clearly mentioned in the prospectus. Here is a simplified understanding:
TGT (Arts / Medical / Non-Medical)
- Graduation/Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks
- B.Ed / Integrated B.Ed / B.El.Ed (as applicable)
TGT (Hindi / Sanskrit)
- Graduation/ Post-Graduation in a relevant subject
- B.Ed or equivalent qualification
JBT (Primary Teacher)
- 10+2 with 50% + D.El.Ed / JBT
- OR Graduation + D.El.Ed
Punjabi & Urdu Teacher
- Graduation with a respective language
- B.Ed or Diploma in Education
Special Educator
- Graduation or 10+2 + Special Education qualification
- Must have RCI registration
Important: If you want to apply for multiple TET subjects, you must fill out separate forms and pay separate fees.
Exam Pattern & Qualifying Marks
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 150 Minutes |
| Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Negative Marking | No |
Also Read: CBSE 12th Result 2026 Date
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Passing Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 60% (90 Marks) |
| SC/ST/OBC/PHH | 55% (82 Marks) |
The paper will be bilingual (Hindi & English) except for language subjects.
Structure of Exam (Brief)
- Child Development & Pedagogy
- General Awareness (including Himachal GK)
- Subject-specific questions
- Language sections (for some posts)
The level of questions can go up to 10+2 or the graduation level, depending on the post.
Validity & Attempts
- TET Certificate Validity: Lifetime
- No restriction on the number of attempts
- You can reappear to improve your score
Age Limit
- No upper age limit for applying in HPTET
- Age conditions will be checked at the time of recruitment
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website www.hpbose.org
- Click on the “HP TET 2026” link
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay the fee and submit the form
- Take a printout for future use
Also Read: CUET UG 2026 Exam City Intimation Slip
Important Links
| HPTET 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| HPTET 2026 Notification PDF Download | Notification |
| HPTET 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| HPBOSE Official Website | HPBOSE |

Also Read: UP PGT Exam City and Admit Card 2026