HP TET Notification 2026 along with the complete schedule for the Himachal Pradesh HP TET June 2026 Exam has been released at www.hpbose.org. Candidates can check important dates, eligibility, application process, exam pattern, and other details from the article.
HP TET is a state-level eligibility test conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) to determine the eligibility of candidates for appointment as teachers in various schools of the state, in accordance with the RTE Act, 2009. The official prospectus/ information bulletin for the HP TET June 2026 exam has been released on the official website: www.hpbose.org. Interested candidates can check the complete details regarding the exam from the article.
What is HP TET June 2026?
HP TET stands for Himachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test, a qualifying examination to evaluate a candidate’s eligibility for appointment as a teacher for classes Pre-Primary to XII in Himachal Pradesh. Every year, HPBOSE conducts this examination in June & November/December. For this year, the June 2026 cycle notification has been released. The HP TET examination will be conducted for 10 different teaching categories/subjects, including TGT (Arts, Medical, Non-Medical), JBT, TGT (Hindi, Sanskrit), Punjabi, Urdu, and Special Educator TET (for two levels). The exam will be held in offline mode (OMR based) from 7th June to 21st June 2026.
HP TET June Notification 2026 Out
Candidates interested in applying for the HP Teacher Eligibility Test (June Session) can get all exam-related information through the official HP TET June Notification 2026 PDF (Prospectus) , which is now available on the official website, www.hpbose.org. For the reference of candidates, the direct source to download the information bulletin is the official Board website.
HP TET Notification 2026 PDF Out
Important Dates
The HP TET registration dates, exam dates, and admit card release dates have been mentioned in the official prospectus. The window to submit the applications for the HP TET June Exam is active from 30th April to 15th May 2026 (without late fee).
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 30th April 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 30th April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (Without Late Fee) | 15th May 2026 (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date with Late Fee (Rs. 600) | 16th to 18th May 2026 (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Online Correction Window (Except Category) | 19th to 20th May 2026 (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4 days before each exam date |
| Exam Dates | 7th June to 21st June 2026 |
HP TET June 2026 Exam Date Out
Along with the detailed prospectus PDF, the exam schedule for HP TET (June Session) has been announced from 7th to 21st June 2026. The exam will be conducted in offline (OMR) mode for 10 different teaching categories. The exam for each category will be of 2 hours 30 minutes duration with 150 multiple-choice questions. Further details regarding the exam, including shift timings, are available in the prospectus.
HP TET June Online Form 2026
HPBOSE has started accepting the application process for the HP TET June 2026 exam at the official website www.hpbose.org. The last date to submit the applications is 15th May 2026 (without late fee) by providing personal and educational details, uploading a scanned photo and signature, and then paying the application fee online. Candidates can access the direct link to fill out the application form on the Board’s website.
Application Fee
While filling the HP TET Application Form for the June 2026 cycle, candidates will have to pay the prescribed category-wise application fees. Candidates must note that they will only be able to pay application fees till the last date of submission.
- General & their Sub-Categories: ₹ 1200/-
- OBC/ST/SC/Physical Handicapped (PHH): ₹ 700/-
- Late Fee (if applicable): Additional ₹ 600/-
(Service charges & Service Tax if applicable will be charged extra by the Bank).
HP TET June 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for the HP TET Examination, candidates must be aware of the basic eligibility criteria, which are based on educational qualifications. There is no upper age limit to apply for TET.
Educational Qualification (varies by teaching category):
- For TGT (Arts, Medical, Non-Medical): B.A./B.Sc./B.Com with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PHH as per rules).
- For JBT: 10+2 with 50% marks and 2-year JBT/D.El.Ed from an institute affiliated with HPBOSE.
- For TGT (Hindi/Sanskrit): Graduation with Hindi/Sanskrit as an elective subject with at least 50% marks and B.Ed.
- For Language Teachers (Punjabi/Urdu): B.A. with Punjabi/Urdu as an elective subject and B.Ed./D.El.Ed.
- For Special Educator TET: 10+2/Graduation with D.Ed/D.Ed in Special Education/B.Ed/B.Ed (Special Education) from RCI approved institute.
- Relaxation: Up to 5% relaxation in minimum educational qualification and qualifying marks for SC/ST/OBC/PHH candidates of Himachal Pradesh.
- Appearing Candidates: Candidates pursuing their final year of a teacher education programme are also eligible to appear.
HP TET Exam Pattern & Qualifying Marks
The question paper for each subject shall comprise 150 multiple-choice/objective-type questions, each carrying 1 mark, to be attempted within 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes) . There is no negative marking.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage | Passing Marks (Out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 60% | 90 Marks |
| SC/ST/OBC & PHH (including UR) | 55% (5% relaxation) | 82 Marks |
HP TET Certificate Validity 2026
The Validity Period of the HP TET qualifying certificate for appointment is for life time for all categories. There is no restriction on the number of attempts a person can take. A person who has qualified TET may also appear again for improving their score.
FAQs
Will the application fee be refunded if I do not appear for the HP TET exam?
No, the HP TET application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including if a candidate fails to appear or their application is rejected on grounds of ineligibility.
When will the HP TET examination for the June 2026 cycle be held?
The HP TET June 2026 examination is scheduled to be held from 7th June 2026 to 21st June 2026 for different teaching categories.
Can I apply for more than one HP TET category?
Yes, if an applicant intends to appear in TET for more than one teaching subject or category, they shall have to submit a separate online application and fee for each category.
