HP JBT Teacher Exam Date 2026 Announced: Official Schedule for 600 Vacancies

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has announced 600 vacancies for Junior Basic Teachers (JBT) under the 2026 recruitment cycle, offering a significant career opportunity for aspiring educators. Following the conclusion of the online application process, the HPRCA has officially finalized the exam schedule. The written exam is set to be conducted on 13th, 14th, and 16th June 2026. 

HPRCA JBT Teacher Notification 2026 Out

The official HPRCA JBT Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt No. 05/2026) is available at https://hprca.hp.gov.in/. Candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits, as detailed in the official documentation. We advise all applicants to download the notification PDF for future reference.

Download Official HPRCA JBT Notification 2026 PDF

HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026- Summary

Candidates participating in the HPRCA JBT Recruitment 2026 will undergo a streamlined, single-stage selection process. The recruitment will be based on a written examination comprising 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), with each question carrying 0.5 marks.

HP JBT Teacher Exam Date 2026 Out

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has officially confirmed the exam schedule for the 600 Junior Basic Teacher vacancies. The written test is scheduled for 13th, 14th, and 16th June 2026. Further details regarding exam centers, timing, and hall ticket release dates will be provided shortly via the official portal.

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HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The official HPRCA JBT Teacher examination schedule is finalized. The written exam will take place on 13th, 14th, and 16th June 2026.

HPRCA Junior Basic Teacher Vacancy 2026

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) is conducting this drive to fill 600 Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) positions. Below is the category-wise distribution of vacancies.

HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Applicants for the HPRCA JBT Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the prescribed educational qualifications and age criteria. Please review the detailed eligibility requirements for the JBT position outlined below.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must meet the following educational standards to qualify for the HP Junior Basic Teacher Recruitment 2026:

• 10+2 or Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and a 2-year JBT/D.El.Ed. course from an institute affiliated with HPBOSE.
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and a 2-year JBT/D.El.Ed. (by any name).
• Senior Secondary with at least 45% marks and a 2-year JBT/D.El.Ed., as per NCTE Regulations, 2002.
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and a 4-year B.El.Ed. degree.
• Senior Secondary with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Special Education.
• Graduation along with a 2-year JBT/D.El.Ed.
• Post-Graduation with at least 55% marks and a 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed.

TET Requirement: Candidates must have successfully qualified for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) as conducted by the HP Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala, or any other government-authorized testing authority.

Age Limit (1/1/2026)

The required age limit for applicants is between 18 and 47 years. Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for candidates from SC/ST/OBC categories, PwD, and descendants of Himachal Pradesh freedom fighters, in accordance with state government regulations.

HP JBT Application Form 2026

The HPRCA commenced the online application process for the HP JBT Recruitment 2026 on 16th March 2026. Interested candidates should submit their applications via the official website at https://hprca.hp.gov.in/ before the deadline on 6th April 2026 to avoid potential technical issues.

Apply Online for HP JBT Recruitment 2026

HPRCA JBT Application Fee 2026

Application fees for the HP JBT recruitment must be paid securely using methods such as Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.

A processing fee of Rs. 100 is applicable for any necessary corrections made to the submitted application form.

Steps to Apply for HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026

Follow the official guidelines provided on the HPRCA website to successfully complete your application for the Junior Basic Teacher Recruitment 2026.

• Register first on the HPRCA website by clicking the “Sign Up” button to create your username and password.
• After signing up, fill in your details, Personal information, Educational qualifications, Work experience (if any), upload a recent photo and signature, and necessary supporting documents
• Click the “Apply” button next to the job you want
• The form will automatically fill with your profile info.
• Pay the application fee using the online payment options provided.
• Once payment is successful, your application will be submitted and complete.

HPRCA JBT Selection Process 2026

The recruitment process for HPRCA JBT 2026 consists exclusively of a single-stage written examination.

• The exam will consist of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), with each question valued at 0.5 marks
• The Computer-Based Test (CBT) or a written screening test, carrying a total of 120 marks.
• The total duration of the test will be 1.5 hours.
• The paper is divided into two sections:

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