HP TET Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern: Complete Subject-Wise Guide

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) conducts the Himachal Pradesh Teachers Eligibility Test (HPTET) to assess the eligibility of candidates for primary and upper primary teaching roles across the state. To build an effective and systematic study plan, candidates must thoroughly understand the HP TET Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern. Below, we provide a comprehensive, topic-wise breakdown of the HPTET 2026 syllabus.

HP TET Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern

The HPTET is a crucial state-level examination required for teacher recruitment in Himachal Pradesh schools. Qualifying for this exam is mandatory for those pursuing a career in primary and elementary education. By familiarizing yourself with the subject-wise HPTET syllabus 2026, you can optimize your preparation and maximize your score. Before diving into the specific topics, please review the essential exam details outlined below.

HP TET Syllabus 2026
Organization	Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE)
Name of Examination	HPTET 2026 Exam
Category	Syllabus
Exam Level	State Level
Maximum Marks	150 marks (for each paper)
Duration of HPTET Exam	150 minutes (for each paper)
Types of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions
Mode of Exam	Offline
Marking Scheme	1 mark for each correct answer
Negative Marking	No negative marking for wrong answers
Official website	www.hpbose.org

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HP TET Exam Pattern 2026

The HPTET is a 150-mark objective-type test consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), with each question carrying one mark. A major benefit for candidates is that there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The total duration of the examination is 150 minutes. Review the HPTET Exam Pattern 2026 for each paper in the section below.

HPTET TGT (Arts) Exam Pattern 2026

HPTET TGT (Arts) Exam Pattern 2026
Subjects	No. of Question	Marks
Child Psychology and Development, Pedagogy, Teaching-Learning processes	30	30
English Literature & Grammar	30	30
General Awareness including Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs & Environment Studies	30	30
Social Studies	60	60
Total	150	150

HPTET TGT (Non-Medical & Medical) Exam Pattern 2026

HPTET TGT (Non-Medical & Medical) Exam Pattern 2026
Subjects	No. of Question	Marks
Child Psychology and Development, Pedagogy, Teaching-Learning processes	30	30
Mathematics & Botany, Zoology	30	30
General Awareness including Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs & Environment Studies	30	30
Physics & Chemistry	60	60
Total	150	150

HPTET Shastri Teacher Exam Pattern 2026

HPTET Shastri Teacher Exam Pattern 2026
Subjects	No. of Question	Marks
General Awareness including Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs & Environment Studies	30	30
Shastri Degree Course	120	120
Total	150	150

HPTET Language Teacher Exam Pattern 2026

HPTET Language Teacher Exam Pattern 2026
Subjects	No. of Question	Marks
General Awareness including Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs & Environment Studies	30	30
Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu Course of Graduation level	120	120
Total	150	150

HPTET Junior Basic Training Exam Pattern 2026

HPTET Junior Basic Training Exam Pattern 2026
Subjects	No. of Question	Marks
Child Psychology and Development, Pedagogy, Teaching-Learning processes	30	30
Hindi Literature & Grammar	30	30
Mathematics	30	30
English Literature & Grammar	30	30
Social Science, Environmental Studies, and General Awareness & Current Affairs including Himachal Pradesh	30	30
Total	150	150

HP TET Subject-Wise Syllabus 2026

Designed to identify qualified teaching talent in Himachal Pradesh, the HPTET 2026 syllabus is strictly determined by HPBOSE. With a total weightage of 150 marks, success in this exam depends on a focused approach. Use the subject-wise breakdown provided here to streamline your HPTET exam preparation.

HP TET Syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy

The Child Development and Pedagogy section of the HPTET is structured into three core areas: Child Development, Concepts of Inclusive Education, and Learning and Pedagogy. Detailed coverage of these topics is provided below.

HP TET Syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy
Subject	Topics
Child Development	Multi-Dimensional Intelligence Language & Thought Assessment of readiness levels of learners Learning and critical thinking in the classroom Gender as a social construct & gender roles Concept of development and learning Concepts of child-centric progressive education Social World & Children Critical perspective of the construct of Intelligence
Learning and Pedagogy	Child as a ‘scientific investigator’ Cognition & Emotions Motivation and learning Personal & environmental factors contributing to learning Thinking & Learning in Children Basic processes of teaching and learning Child as a problem solver
Addressing learners from diverse backgrounds including children with special needs	Addressing Specially abled Learners Addressing the needs of children with impairment and learning difficulties

HP TET Syllabus for Environmental Studies 

Refer to the following list for all essential topics required to master the HP TET Environmental Studies syllabus.

HP TET Syllabus for Environmental Studies
Subject	Topics
Environmental Studies	Environmental Studies & Environmental Education Learning Principles Experimentation/Practical Work Discussion Activities Teaching material/Aids Problems Family and Friends Work and Play Plants Food Shelter Water Travel Things We Make and Do Concept and scope of EVS

HP TET Syllabus for Mathematics

The key topics included in the HP TET Mathematics syllabus are outlined below:

HP TET Syllabus for Mathematics
Subject	Topics
Mathematics	Place of Mathematics in Curriculum Language of Mathematics Community Mathematics Problems with Maths Teaching Numbers Shapes & Spatial Understanding Solids around Us Addition and Subtraction Nature of Mathematics/Logical thinking children’s thinking and reasoning patterns

HP TET English and Hindi Language Syllabus

Find the comprehensive list of topics for the English and Hindi language sections of the HP TET below:

HP TET English and Hindi Language Syllabus
HP TET Hindi Syllabus	HP TET English Syllabus
एक भाषा सीखने में व्याकरण की भूमिका भाषा शिक्षण की चुनौतियाँ भाषा की समझ का मूल्यांकन शिक्षण-अधिगम सामग्री गद्य सुनने और बोलने की भूमिका श्रवण और मौखिकी की भूमिका	Challenges of teaching language Evaluating language comprehension Teaching-learning materials Two unseen passages with questions Role of listening and speaking Function of language Role of grammar in learning a language

HP TET Syllabus for Social Studies

Below is the complete syllabus breakdown for the HP TET Social Studies section.

HP TET Syllabus for Social Studies
Subject	Topics
Social Studies	Classroom Processes & Activities Critical thinking Problems of teaching Social Science History Geography Social & Political Life Concept of Social Science/Social Studies

HP TET Syllabus for General Awareness

The following section details the HP TET General Awareness syllabus to help you prepare effectively.

HP TET Syllabus for General Awareness
Subject	Topics
General Awareness	Physics. Indian Parliament. Basic GK. Chemistry. Geography. Environment. Indian Economy. Inventions in the World. Basic Computer. Famous Books & Authors. HP History. HP Culture. Sports. Zoology. Famous Days & Dates. Botany. Indian Politics.

HP TET Minimum Qualifying Marks

The minimum qualifying marks and cut-off criteria for General, OBC, SC, and ST categories are specified below. Candidates must meet these thresholds to successfully qualify for the examination. 

HP TET Minimum Qualifying Marks
Category	Qualifying Percentage	Qualifying Marks (out of 150)
Reserved Category	55%	82.5
General	60%	90

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