HTET 2026
Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test — Complete Official Handbook: Notification, Syllabus, Age Eligibility, Salary Hierarchy & Cut-Off Analysis.
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HTET 2026 Overview
The Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) is a state-level certification examination conducted annually by the Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH), Bhiwani. It is the mandatory qualifying prerequisite for teaching appointments in Haryana government and aided schools.
HTET is administered across three distinct levels: 1. Level 1: Primary Teacher (PRT) for teaching Classes 1 to 5. 2. Level 2: Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) for teaching Classes 6 to 8. 3. Level 3: Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) for teaching Senior Secondary Classes 9 to 12.
Qualifying HTET is strictly an eligibility criterion, enabling candidates to apply for subsequent teacher recruitment drives conducted by HSSC and HPSC. A minimum score of 60% (90 marks out of 150) is required for General category candidates to earn the qualifying certificate.
HTET 2026 Important Dates
| Notification Release | 1 June 2026 |
| Application Opens | 10 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | 7 December 2026 |
| Official Website | https://bseh.org.in |
HTET Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
PRT: 10+2 with D.El.Ed; TGT: Graduation + B.Ed in relevant subject; PGT: Post Graduation (50% marks) + B.Ed
Age Limit
18–45 years (as on 1st January 2026)
No upper age barrier for obtaining the eligibility certificate
Nationality
Indian citizen
Check Your HTET Eligibility
Official Norms: No upper age barrier for obtaining the eligibility certificate
HTET Selection Process
Online Application on BSEH portal
Written OMR-Based Test (150 Marks)
Biometric Verification & Certificate Issuance
HTET Exam Pattern 2026
HTET Written Examination (150 Questions)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Languages (Hindi 15 + English 15) | 30 | 30 |
| General Studies (Haryana GK, Quantitative & Reasoning) | 30 | 30 |
| Subject Specific Subject Knowledge | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
HTET Syllabus 2026
Full Syllabus →Pedagogy & Educational Psychology
Haryana GK & General Aptitude
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HTET Posts — Which is Best?
HTET offers 2+ posts across different departments. Here's a comparison to help you decide your target post before filling the form.
| Post | Salary | Promotion |
|---|---|---|
Primary Teacher (PRT) Level 6 TOP PICK | ₹35,400 – ₹55,000 | medium |
Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹75,000 | medium |
HTET Salary Structure
Salary varies based on post, city tier (X/Y/Z) for HRA, and DA rate. Figures above are indicative for 2026 DA rates.
HTET Cut-off Marks & Predictor
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HTET 2025 Tier 1 Cut-off
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HTET Preparation Strategy
Phase 1: Child Pedagogy & Subject Mastery (Month 1–2)
- ›Study Child Development & Pedagogy (CDP) theories by Piaget, Vygotsky, and Kohlberg for HTET.
- ›Master chosen subjects (Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, or Languages) up to Class 10/12.
- ›Revise NEP 2020, RTE Act 2009, and modern inclusive education frameworks.
- ›Solve subject-wise pedagogical questions to understand classroom application scenarios.
Phase 2: Practice Papers & Mock Tests (Month 3)
- ›Attempt full-length HTET practice papers without negative marking hesitation.
- ›Improve question-solving speed to complete 150 questions within the 150-minute time limit.
- ›Revise important educational formulas, definitions, and grammar concepts.
- ›Target scoring well above the qualifying 60% mark for certificate validity.
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