The Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) 2026 has been officially rescheduled. The exam will now take place on 26th April 2026 (Sunday). Candidates are advised to review the updated exam schedule provided in this article.
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) conducts the Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) to assess candidate eligibility for Assistant Professor positions and Ph.D. admissions across universities and colleges in the state. The JET 2026 exam is officially set for 26th April 2026 (Sunday), with exam city slips having been released on 15th April 2026. Candidates should finalize their revision schedule to ensure success.
Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) 2026 Notification
JPSC has published the official Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. 08/2025 on their website, www.jpsc.gov.in. Interested candidates can verify their eligibility and review full exam guidelines through the detailed notification. You can download the official PDF directly from this article.
Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) 2026 Exam- Summary
For post-graduates aspiring to pursue a career in academia or Ph.D. research, the Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) serves as a vital gateway. Below, we have outlined the key highlights of the Jharkhand Eligibility Test 2026 to help you prepare effectively.
| Name of the Exam | Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) |
| Exam Conducting Body | Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Purpose | For the appointment of Assistant Professor & PhD admissions |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| JET Exam Date 2026 | 26th April 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Exam Frequency | Annual |
| Official website | www.jpsc.gov.in |
JET Exam Date 2026 Out
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) officially announced the postponement of the JET Exam on 21st March 2026. Per the latest notification, the JET 2026 exam is scheduled for 26th April 2026 (Sunday). The test will be conducted in six key cities across the state: Ranchi, Jamshedpur (East Singhbhum), Dhanbad, Bokaro, Deoghar, and Hazaribagh.
JPSC JET Exam 2026- Important Dates
The JPSC JET 2026 examination will be held on 26th April 2026 (Sunday). Candidates should refer to the table below for a comprehensive list of important exam dates and deadlines.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 9th September 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 16th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1st December 2025 (11: 45 pm) (extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Submission | 2nd December 2025 (5 pm) |
| Correction window | 3rd to 5th December 2025 (5 pm) |
| Jharkhand Eligibility Test Exam City 2026 |
15th April 2026 |
| JET Admit Card 2026 | 22nd April 2026 |
| JET Exam Date 2026 | 26th April 2026 (Sunday) |
Eligibility Criteria for Jharkhand Eligibility Test 2026
To avoid application disqualification, candidates must ensure they fully meet the age and academic qualification requirements set by the commission. Please review the official eligibility criteria summarized below.
- General / EWS Category: Minimum 55% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s degree or equivalent from a UGC-recognized university.
- Reserved Categories (SC, ST, BC-I, BC-II, PwBD): At least 50% marks in Master’s degree. (Relaxation applicable only to permanent residents of Jharkhand).
- Final Year Students: Can apply provisionally if appearing or awaiting results. Must secure the required percentage within 2 years of result declaration.
- Ph.D. Holders: 5% relaxation if Master’s degree completed on or before 19th September 1991.
- Age Limit: The age of the candidates for the Jharkhand State Eligibility Test must be more than 21 years. There is no upper age limit for the examination.
JET Exam 2026 Application Fee
When submitting the JET 2026 application form, candidates must remit the required application fee based on their category. Payments can be processed securely via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, Wallet, UPI, or Bharat QR.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR | Rs. 575/- |
| BC-I/ BC-II/ EWS | Rs. 300/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender | Rs. 150/- |
JPSC JET Exam Pattern 2026
The JPSC JET 2026 is designed to evaluate teaching proficiency and research aptitude. Conducted in an offline OMR-based format, the exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) spread across two compulsory papers, held in a single 3-hour session. Since there is no negative marking, candidates are encouraged to maximize their score by attempting all questions.
- Mode of Examination: Offline (OMR Sheets)
- Number of Papers: Two (Paper I & Paper II)
- Duration: 3 Hours (180 minutes) without any break
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 300
- Total Questions: 150
- Marking Scheme: +2 marks for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: No
| Papers | Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| I | The questions in Paper I intend to assess the teaching/ research aptitude of the candidate. It will primarily be designed to test reasoning ability, reading comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness of the candidate. | 50 | 100 | 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
| II | This is based on the subject selected by the candidate and will assess domain knowledge. | 100 | 200 | |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
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