The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially announced the revised schedule for the Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) 2026. This state-level examination is the gateway for candidates aspiring to pursue a career as an Assistant Professor or seeking admission into Ph.D. programs across the state. With the new date set for 26th April 2026, candidates are advised to streamline their preparations.
Key Exam Highlights
The JET 2026 will be conducted in an offline mode using OMR sheets. Applicants must note that there is no upper age limit for this exam, provided they meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Important Dates and Exam Schedule
Mark your calendars for the upcoming milestones. Candidates must download their documents as per the following timeline:
| 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) |
Educational Qualification Requirements
- General / EWS Category: Minimum 55% marks in Master’s degree
- Reserved Categories (SC, ST, BC-I, BC-II, PwBD): Minimum 50% marks (applicable to Jharkhand residents)
- Final Year Students: Eligible to apply provisionally; must secure required percentage within 2 years of result declaration
- Ph.D. Holders: 5% marks relaxation if Master's completed before 19th September 1991
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | Rs. 575/- |
| BC-I/ BC-II/ EWS | Rs. 300/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender | Rs. 150/- |
Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
The exam consists of 150 questions totaling 300 marks. There is no negative marking, and candidates receive +2 for every correct answer.
| Papers | Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Teaching/Research Aptitude, Reasoning, Comprehension | 50 | 100 | 3 Hours |
| II | Subject-specific domain knowledge | 100 | 200 | 3 Hours |
Resources and Official Downloads
To prepare effectively, utilize the following official links:
- Download Official JET 2025 Notification (PDF)
- Access JPSC JET 2026 Question Paper – Click Here
- Download JPSC JET 2026 Answer Key – Click Here
- Jharkhand Eligibility Test Exam City 2026
- JET Admit Card 2026
- View Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) 2026 Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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