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Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission
PermanentJul. 23, 2026

Assistant Teacher Primary, Assistant Teacher Language & Other Posts

Vacancies
1198 Vacancies
Pay Scale
₹25.5K - ₹92.3K / mo
Age Limit
21–35 years as on 01-08-2026 (refer details for category-wise relaxation)
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Important Dates

Published

Jul. 23, 2026

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Starts

Jul. 31, 2026

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Deadline

Aug. 30, 2026

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Exam Date

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Best-Fit Profile

This recruitment is ideally suited for existing Para Teachers in Jharkhand with a minimum of two years of continuous service. Candidates must possess the relevant educational qualifications (10+2/Graduation + D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed/B.Ed, depending on the post) and a valid JTET qualification for the respective classes (1-5 or 6-8). Preference is given to residents of Jharkhand, especially those belonging to Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Extremely Backward Class, and Backward Class categories, as most vacancies are reserved for them. Ideal applicants are committed to serving in primary or upper primary schools within various districts of Jharkhand.

Important Considerations

Individuals who lack the mandatory minimum two years of experience as a Para Teacher under the Jharkhand Education Project Council should not apply. Those without the specified educational qualifications, particularly the required TET certification (JTET preferred, with conditions for CTET/other state TETs), or who do not meet the age criteria even with relaxations, will find this opportunity unsuitable. Non-residents of Jharkhand may face significant challenges due to the reservation policies and specific experience requirements.

Career Impact

This is a significant state government recruitment drive by the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) for Group 'C' teaching positions. These are permanent roles offering stability and a structured career path within the Jharkhand state education system. For eligible Para Teachers, it represents a valuable opportunity for regularization and secure employment. Career growth will typically be within the state's education department, with potential for promotions based on performance and tenure.

Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Classes 1-5):
  • Minimum 50% marks in 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent with a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education. OR
  • Minimum 45% marks in 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent with a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (as per NCTE Regulations 2002 for 2007-2009 session). OR
  • Minimum 50% marks in 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent with a Four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed). OR
  • Minimum 50% marks in 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent with a two-year Diploma in Education (Special Education). OR
  • Graduation with a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
  • AND Must be qualified in Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) for classes 1-5, conducted by the Government of Jharkhand.
  • Alternatively, Jharkhand residents who have qualified CTET for classes 1-5 or TET from neighboring states can also apply, but must qualify JTET within three years of appointment.
For Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher (Classes 6-8):
  • Mathematics & Science Teacher: Minimum 3-year Graduation (with minimum 50% marks) with at least two subjects from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology, and passed 10+2 or Higher Secondary with these subjects.
  • Social Science Teacher: Minimum 3-year Graduation (with minimum 50% marks) in Arts/Humanities/Social Science/Commerce/Management.
  • Language Teacher: Minimum 3-year Graduation (with minimum 50% marks) in Hindi/English/Urdu/Santhali/Bengali/Mundari/Ho/Khariya/Kudukh/Kurmali/Khortha/Nagpuri/Panchpargania/Odia/Sanskrit. Additionally, for Language Teacher, candidates need Graduation with B.Ed (Special Education) OR Post Graduation (with minimum 55% marks) with a 3-year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed.

For all Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher (Classes 6-8) posts, candidates must also meet one of the following teaching education qualifications:

  • Graduation (or equivalent) & two-year Diploma in Elementary Education. OR
  • Graduation (or equivalent) or Post Graduation & B.Ed (with minimum 50% marks), not enrolled in a similar program before 29.07.2011. OR
  • Graduation (or equivalent) & B.Ed (with minimum 45% marks) (as per NCTE Regulations). OR
  • 50% marks in 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent & Four-year B.El.Ed. OR
  • 50% marks in 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent & Four-year BA.Ed./B.Sc.Ed.
  • AND Must be qualified in JTET for classes 6-8.
  • Alternatively, Jharkhand residents who have qualified CTET for classes 6-8 or TET from neighboring states can also apply, but must qualify JTET within three years of appointment.

Reference Date for Qualification: Candidates must have passed the required educational qualification by the last date of application submission.

Age Limit Details

Minimum Age: 21 years as on 01.08.2026.

Maximum Age (as on 01.08.2026):

  • Unreserved & Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 35 years
  • Extremely Backward Class (Annexure-I) & Backward Class (Annexure-II) (Male): 37 years
  • Female (Unreserved, EWS, EBC-I, BC-II): 38 years
  • Scheduled Caste (Male & Female): 40 years
  • Scheduled Tribe (Male & Female): 40 years

Additional Age Relaxation:

  • Persons with Disabilities: 10 years additional relaxation.
  • Ex-servicemen: 5 years additional relaxation.
  • Working Assistant Teachers (Para Teachers) under Jharkhand Education Project Council, Ranchi, with at least two years of continuous service as of the advertisement publication date: Age relaxation equivalent to the period of service, up to a maximum of 58 years.
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Salary & Pay Scale

  • Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Classes 1-5): Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100)
  • Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher (Classes 6-8): Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 - 92,300)
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Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)

  • Scheduled Tribe716
  • Scheduled Caste468
  • Extremely Backward Class (Annexure-I)2
  • Backward Class (Annexure-II)12
  • Unreserved0
  • Economically Weaker Section0
Total Vacancies1198 Vacancies

Exam Syllabus & Pattern

The Main Examination for both Intermediate Trained Assistant Teachers (Classes 1-5) and Graduate Trained Assistant Teachers (Classes 6-8) will be conducted in a single phase and will consist of objective type, multiple-choice questions. There will be no negative marking.

Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Classes 1-5) - Main Examination Structure:
  • Paper-1 (Qualifying Mother Tongue): 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Subjects include Hindi, English, Urdu, Santhali, Bengali, Mundari, Ho, Khariya, Kudukh, Kurmali, Khortha, Nagpuri, Panchpargania, Odia, Sanskrit (as per Secondary exam syllabus). Minimum 30% marks required for qualification; marks not counted for merit.
  • Paper-2 (Language Knowledge): 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Subjects include Hindi, English, Urdu, Santhali, Bengali, Mundari, Ho, Khariya, Kudukh, Kurmali, Khortha, Nagpuri, Panchpargania, Odia, Sanskrit (as notified by Personnel, Administrative Reforms and Official Language Department).
  • Paper-3: 150 questions, 150 marks, 3 hours. Comprises:
    • (i) General Knowledge & Current Affairs: 50 questions, 50 marks.
    • (ii) Social Science: 75 questions, 75 marks.
    • (iii) Science & Mathematics: 75 questions, 75 marks.

The difficulty level for Paper-2 and Paper-3 will be +2/Intermediate level, based on Jharkhand Academic Council's approved syllabus for classes 1-12. Detailed syllabi for various languages (Kudukh, Hindi, Urdu, Kurmali, Ho, Khortha, Khariya, Panchpargania, Santhali, Odia, Nagpuri, Mundari, Bengali, Sanskrit) and subjects (Physics, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, History, Civics, Geography, Economics, Accounting, Business Studies, Sociology) are provided in Appendices XII, XIII, and XIV of the notification.

Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher (Classes 6-8) - Main Examination Structure:

The Main Examination will consist of 4 papers, conducted in four sittings. The difficulty level of questions will be Graduation level.

  • Paper-1 (Qualifying Mother Tongue): 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Subjects same as for Classes 1-5. Minimum 30% marks required for qualification; marks not counted for merit.
  • Paper-2 (Language Knowledge): 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Subjects same as for Classes 1-5.
  • Paper-3 (General Knowledge & Current Affairs): 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours.
  • Paper-4 (Optional Subject - Any One): 180 questions, 180 marks, 3 hours. Candidates must choose one subject from the following groups. 33% marks mandatory in optional subject.
    • Mathematics & Science Teacher: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology (choose any three sections to answer).
    • Social Science Teacher: History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Accountancy, Business Studies (choose any three sections to answer).
    • Language Teacher: Hindi/English/Urdu/Santhali/Bengali/Mundari/Ho/Khariya/Kudukh/Kurmali/Khortha/Nagpuri/Panchpargania/Odia/Sanskrit. 50% questions from English and 50% from the chosen notified language.

Detailed syllabi for various languages and subjects are provided in Appendices XII, XIII, and XIV of the notification. The specific syllabus for Paper-3 is covered in Appendix XIII and Paper-4 in Appendix XIV.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official website https://jssc.jharkhand.gov.in/.
  2. Click on the "Online Application for JTAACCE-2026 (Para Teacher)" link.
  3. Complete the Registration process.
  4. Upon successful registration, a Registration Number and Password will be sent to your registered mobile number and email ID. Keep these credentials safe for future logins.
  5. Log in using your Registration Number and Password to fill in all detailed application information. Ensure to save your progress ("Save and Continue") on each page before proceeding to the next.
  6. After completing the application form, pay the examination fee. The fee payment should be done one day after filling the application form, by 12:00 PM on the subsequent day.
  7. One day after successful fee payment, log in again to upload your scanned photograph and full signature.
  8. After successfully uploading your photo and signature, review your application thoroughly. If satisfied with all entries, submit the application and take a printout of the final application form for your records.
  9. It is critical to ensure all information provided is accurate. Submission of false information may lead to the cancellation of candidature.
  10. A link for editing any inaccurate entries (excluding Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number) in the online application will be available between 2026-09-05 and 2026-09-07 (midnight). Any fee difference due to category change during correction must be paid.

Application Fee

The application fee details are as follows:

  • General Candidates: Rs. 100/- (One Hundred Rupees)
  • Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) Candidates of Jharkhand: Rs. 50/- (Fifty Rupees)
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD) (40% or more disability) of Jharkhand: Exempted from application fee.

The examination fee is non-refundable.

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