The Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH) administers the Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test (HTET) to assess and certify candidates aspiring to become Primary Teachers (PRT), Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT), and Postgraduate Teachers (PGT) in schools across the state.
HTET 2026 Exam Summary
The HTET exam was successfully conducted on July 4 and 5, 2026, with results declared on August 5, 2026. Candidates who successfully qualify for the Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test are awarded an HTET certificate that comes with lifetime validity, enabling them to secure Level 1 to Level 3 teaching positions in Haryana government schools.
| HTET Exam 2026: Exam Summary | |
| Organisation | Board of School Education, Haryana |
| Exam Name | Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test- January 2026 |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Purpose | Eligibility Test for Primary Teacher, PGT, TGT |
| HTET Exam Date 2026 | 4th and 5th July 2026 |
| Frequency | Twice in a year |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Medium of Exam | Bilingual (English & Hindi) |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Notification PDF | Click to Download |
| Official website | www.bseh.org.in |
HTET 2026 Important Dates
The online application window for the Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test (HTET) 2026 is now closed on the official website www.bseh.org.in. Review the complete schedule of important dates provided in the table below.
| Events | Dates |
| HTET Notification 2026 Release Date | 24th December 2025 |
| HTET Online Form 2026 Starts | 24th December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 5th January 2026 |
| Correction Date | 5th to 6th January 2026 |
| HTET Admit Card 2026 | 1st July 2026 |
| HTET Exam Date 2026 | 4th and 5th July 2026 |
| HTET Answer Key 2026 | 6th July 2026 |
| HTET Result 2026 | 5th August 2026 |
HTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must review the official eligibility criteria carefully before applying for Level-I, Level-II, or Level-III of the HTET 2026 examination. Key eligibility pointers include:
HTET Education Qualification
To appear for the HTET PGT exam, candidates must hold a B.Ed. or equivalent degree with a minimum of 50% marks. For TGT posts, a B.Ed. degree alongside a graduation in the relevant subject is required, while PRT applicants must have passed senior secondary with at least 50% marks or be in the final year of a two-year D.El.Ed. course. Applicants are strongly advised to verify their educational qualifications prior to submitting their online application to prevent any discrepancies. The detailed academic requirements for HTET 2026 are outlined below:
| Level | Exam | Eligibility |
| Level-I | PRT Teacher |
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| Level-II | TGT Teacher Class VI to VIII |
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| Level-III | PGT Teacher | Master Degree in Concerned Subject with 50% marks and B Ed Degree |
HTET Age Limit
Aspirants aged between 18 and 38 years are eligible to apply for the HTET 2026 exam. Applicants must satisfy all specified criteria to ensure a successful application submission. Please note that providing incorrect or false information will result in the immediate cancellation of candidature at any stage of the recruitment process.
Steps to Apply Online for HTET Exam 2026
- Visit the official website of the Board of School Education, Haryana at https://bseh.org.in/.
- It will redirect you to a new page. Click on “Click Here for New Registration” or “Already Registered” under Apply Online for HTET 2025.
- Read all the instructions for steps to apply & upload documents, tick the confirmation box, and click on “Proceed for Registration”.
- Click on the New Registration/Login appearing in the Quick Links section.
- After registration, candidates need to fill in their personal details, including address, domicile information, category, and bank account details.
- Candidates must first register on the official portal by providing basic details such as their name, father’s name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
- Upon successful registration, an Application ID will be generated, which should be carefully noted and preserved for future reference.
- Next, they must select the applicable level for which they are applying and enter their academic and professional qualification details as required.
- The HTET 2024 Application Form appears on the screen, fill in the details accurately and check the details before submission.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Download the receipt of the application form for the further recruitment process.
HTET 2026 Application Fee
The HTET 2026 application fee can be paid securely online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. Application fees vary depending on the candidate's respective category. Please refer to the detailed HTET 2026 fee structure provided in the table below:
| Category | Level-1 | Level-2 | Level-3 |
| SC & PH of Haryana Domicile | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 900/- | Rs.1200/- |
| Unreserved Category | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1800/- | Rs.2400/- |
| All Candidates outside Haryana (Including SC & PH) | Rs. 1000/- | Rs.1800/- | Rs.2400/- |
HTET 2026 Exam Pattern
The HTET exam pattern is structured according to the specific teaching level. All three levels feature a total of 150 multiple-choice questions, with an overall exam duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. Here are the core highlights of the exam pattern:
- The exam will be conducted in offline mode
- Multiple-choice type questions will be asked
- One mark will be awarded for each correct answer
- The exam paper will be bilingual, both in Hindi and English.
HTET 2026 Exam Pattern for Primary Teacher Level 1
The Primary Teacher (Level 1) examination is tailored for candidates intending to teach students from Class 1 to Class 5. Review the detailed HTET 2026 Primary Teacher exam pattern in the table below:
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Hindi | 15 | 15 |
| English | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 questions | 150 |
HTET 2026 Exam Pattern for Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Level 2
The Trained Graduate Teacher (Level 2) exam pattern is crafted for educators aspiring to teach students from Class 6 to Class 8. Check the complete HTET 2026 Level 2 exam structure in the table below:
| Name of Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Hindi and | 15 | 15 |
| English | 15 | 15 |
| Subject opted by candidates | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
HTET 2026 Exam Pattern for Post-Graduate Teacher(PGT) Level 3
To teach students from Class 9 to Class 12 in Haryana government schools, candidates must clear the Postgraduate Teacher (Level 3) exam. The detailed exam pattern for HTET 2026 PGT posts is provided in the table below:
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Hindi | 15 | 15 |
| English | 15 | 15 |
| Subject opted by candidates | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
HTET 2026 Syllabus
Candidates preparing for the Haryana TET 2026 must thoroughly review the official syllabus and build a structured preparation roadmap. The subjects required depend heavily on the chosen exam level. Mastering the HTET syllabus is essential for clearing the exam and launching a successful teaching career in Haryana.
Click for Detailed HTET Syllabus 2026
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HTET 2026 Admit Card
The Board of School Education Haryana administers the Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test 2026, for which the official admit card is available for download on the official website. Candidates can download their hall tickets right up until the exam date. Hall cards have been issued exclusively to applicants who successfully completed their HTET 2026 registration.
HTET 2026 Cut-off
The qualifying cut-off represents the minimum score required to successfully pass the examination. Candidates meeting or exceeding this benchmark are awarded the official HTET Certificate. The category-wise cut-off marks for HTET are outlined in the table below:
| Category | Total Marks | Cut off percentage | Cut-Off marks out of 150 |
| Unreserved Candidates | 150 | 60% | 90 |
| SC and Physically Challenged candidates of Haryana | 150 | 55% | 83 |
| SC and Physically Challenged/Differently abled candidates of other Indian States | 150 | 60% | 90 |
HTET Certificate 2026
Successful candidates in the Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) 2026 receive the HTET Certificate, which now carries lifetime validity. Qualifiers can conveniently download their HTET certificate PDF online via DigiLocker. Holding this certification makes candidates fully eligible to apply for upcoming teacher recruitment drives across the state. The certificate includes key details such as:
FAQs
The HTET 2026 exam is scheduled to be held on July 4th and 5th, 2026, across two shifts daily.
Ans. The validity of the HTET 2026 certificate has been officially extended for a lifetime.
Ans. The HTET 2026 exam is conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode.
Ans. No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the HTET 2026 examination.
The full form of HTET is the Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test.
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- HTET Result 2025 Declared: Check Level 1, 2, & 3 Scorecards at bseh.org.in
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- HTET Notification 2026 Released: Download Official PDF at bseh.org.in
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