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

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) is organizing the HPRCA JBT Recruitment 2026 to fill 600 Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) positions, offering a premier career path for aspiring educators. With the online application phase concluded, the board has now confirmed the schedule for the written examination. The HP JBT Teacher Exam 2026 is officially scheduled to take place on 13th, 14th, and 16th June 2026. 

HPRCA JBT Teacher Notification 2026 Out

The official HPRCA JBT Notification PDF (Advt No. 05/2026) is available at https://hprca.hp.gov.in/. Candidates are advised to thoroughly review the document for essential information regarding the selection process, age relaxation, educational qualifications, and eligibility criteria. Interested applicants can download the notification directly via the link provided below.

Download HPRCA JBT Notification 2026 PDF

HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026- Summary

Candidates participating in the HPRCA JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026 will undergo a single-stage selection process. The written examination consists of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), with each question carrying a weightage of 0.5 marks.

HP JBT Teacher Exam Date 2026 Out

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has finalized the HP JBT Teacher Exam Date 2026 for the 600 available vacancies. The written test will be held on 13th, 14th, and 16th June 2026. Comprehensive exam details, including venue, reporting time, and shift timings, will be provided to candidates upon the release of the admit cards.

Download HP JBT Admit Card 2026

HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The official HPRCA schedule has been confirmed. The HP JBT Teacher written exam is scheduled for 13th, 14th, and 16th June 2026.

HPRCA Junior Basic Teacher Vacancy 2026

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has invited applications for 600 Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) vacancies. Below is the breakdown of the category-wise distribution of these posts.

HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Applicants aiming for the HPRCA JBT Recruitment 2026 must satisfy specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits, as outlined below.

Educational Qualification

To qualify for the HP Junior Basic Teacher Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following educational standards:

• 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 are required to have cleared the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) administered by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) or any other government-authorized testing agency.

Age Limit (1/1/2026)

The age limit for applicants is 18 to 47 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories including SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and dependents of freedom fighters in accordance with Himachal Pradesh state government policies.

HP JBT Application Form 2026

The HPRCA commenced the HP JBT 2026 application process on 16th March 2026 via the official portal, https://hprca.hp.gov.in/. Candidates should finalize their submissions before the 6th April 2026 deadline to avoid technical issues. The direct application link is provided for convenience.

Apply Online for HP JBT Recruitment 2026

HPRCA JBT Application Fee 2026

Application fees for the HP JBT exam must be submitted via secure online payment modes such as Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.

Candidates requiring corrections to their submitted application forms are subject to a processing fee of Rs. 100.

Steps to Apply for HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026

Follow the official guidelines on the HPRCA website to successfully submit 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 selection procedure for the HPRCA JBT Recruitment 2026 is simplified into 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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