JSSC JTAACCE-2026 Para Teacher (Sahayak Acharya) Recruitment

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment drive for 7,299 Para Teacher (Sahayak Acharya) vacancies in Jharkhand under JSSC.
- Two separate notifications: 6,101 regular vacancies (Advt No. 04/2026) and 1,198 backlog vacancies (Advt No. 05/2026).
- Single application and exam fee applicable for candidates applying to both regular and backlog vacancies.
- Common written examination for all eligible candidates.
- Positions include Intermediate Trained Assistant Teachers (Class 1-5) and Graduate Trained Assistant Teachers (Class 6-8) in subjects like Language, Social Science, and Science & Mathematics.
- Salary ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹92,300 per month based on post and qualification.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Indian citizenship required.
- For regular vacancies (Advt No. 04/2026): Open to all eligible candidates meeting educational and age criteria.
- For backlog vacancies (Advt No. 05/2026): Reserved for existing Para Teachers under Jharkhand Shiksha Pariyojna Parishad with at least 2 years of continuous service.
- Educational qualifications vary by post:
- Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 1-5): 10+2 with 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed or equivalent, and JTET (Class 1-5) pass.
- Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 6-8): 3-year graduation in relevant subjects + B.Ed + JTET (Class 6-8) pass.
- Language-specific posts require graduation in notified languages (e.g., Hindi, English, Urdu, Santhali) + B.Ed + JTET pass.
- Relaxation in minimum qualifying marks: 5% for SC/ST/EBC-I/BC-II/PwD; 7% for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG).
- JTET/CTET or equivalent TET qualification mandatory (must clear JTET within 3 years if not already qualified).

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection based on a single-stage written examination (Main Exam) conducted in OMR/Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
- No negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Exam scores normalized if conducted in multiple shifts/groups.
- Merit list prepared based on normalized marks.
- Document verification for shortlisted candidates.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Jharkhand Karmachari Chayan Ayog (Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission)
Location / State	Jharkhand
Job Location	Jharkhand
Category Eligibility	- Open to all categories: UR, EWS, SC, ST, EBC-I, BC-II, PwD, and women. - Relaxation in upper age limit for reserved categories and PwD candidates.
Experience Required	- Backlog vacancies require a minimum of 2 years of continuous service as a Para Teacher under Jharkhand Shiksha Pariyojna Parishad. - Age relaxation for existing Para Teachers equal to their contractual service period (up to 58 years).
Application Start	31 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 August 2026

📊 JSSC Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 1-5)	1909
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Language (Class 6-8)	1868
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Social Science (Class 6-8)	660
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Science & Mathematics (Class 6-8)	1664
Backlog Vacancy - Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 1-5)	847
Backlog Vacancy - Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Language (Class 6-8)	19
Backlog Vacancy - Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Social Science (Class 6-8)	248
Backlog Vacancy - Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Science & Mathematics (Class 6-8)	84
Total	7299

📁 Required Documents

- Matriculation/10th certificate and mark sheet.
- Educational and professional certificates (D.El.Ed/B.Ed or equivalent).
- JTET/CTET or equivalent TET certificate.
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/EBC/BC candidates) in prescribed format.
- Domicile certificate of Jharkhand (for local residents).
- Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates).
- Disability certificate (for PwD candidates, 40% or more disability).
- Experience and character certificate (for backlog vacancy candidates).
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 7,299 (6,101 regular + 1,198 backlog).
Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 1-5): 1,909 regular + 847 backlog = 2,756 vacancies.
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Language (Class 6-8): 1,868 regular + 19 backlog = 1,887 vacancies.
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Social Science (Class 6-8): 660 regular + 248 backlog = 908 vacancies.
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher - Science & Mathematics (Class 6-8): 1,664 regular + 84 backlog = 1,748 vacancies.

🎂 Age Limits & Relaxation

Minimum age: 21 years (as on 1 August 2026).
Maximum age: 35 years (UR & EWS), 37 years (EBC-I & BC-II Male), 38 years (Women), 40 years (SC/ST/PwD).
Additional 10 years relaxation for PwD candidates (40% or more disability).
Additional 5 years relaxation for ex-servicemen.
Existing Para Teachers with 2+ years of service: Age relaxation up to 58 years.

💰 Salary & Allowances

Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 1-5): Level-4 pay scale of ₹25,500 – ₹81,100.
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 6-8): Level-5 pay scale of ₹29,200 – ₹92,300.

💳 Application Fee Details

General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹100.
SC/ST candidates of Jharkhand: ₹50.
Only one fee payable even if applying for both regular and backlog vacancies.

📝 Exam Pattern

Intermediate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 1-5):
Paper 1: Mother tongue (qualifying, 100 marks, 2 hours).
Paper 2: Notified language (100 marks, 2 hours).
Paper 3: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (50) + Social Science (75) + Science & Mathematics (75) (200 marks, 3 hours).
Total merit marks: 300 (qualifying marks: 100).
Graduate Trained Assistant Teacher (Class 6-8):
Paper 1: Mother tongue (qualifying, 100 marks, 2 hours).
Paper 2: Notified language (100 marks, 2 hours).
Paper 3: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (100 marks, 2 hours).
Paper 4: Optional subject (Math & Science/Social Science/Language) (180 marks, 3 hours).
Total merit marks: 380 (qualifying marks: 100).

📚 Syllabus

Mother tongue: Language comprehension, grammar, and writing skills.
Notified language: Proficiency in Hindi/English/Urdu/regional languages.
General Knowledge & Current Affairs: National and international events, Jharkhand-specific knowledge.
Social Science: History, Geography, Political Science, Economics.
Science & Mathematics: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics (Class 1-5 level).
Optional subject (Class 6-8): Subject-specific topics based on chosen stream (Language, Social Science, Science & Mathematics).

✍️ How to Apply

Visit the official JSSC website: https://jssc.jharkhand.gov.in.
Click on 'Online Application for JTAACCE-2026 (Para Teacher)' and complete registration.
Note down registration number and password sent via SMS/email.
Log in again and fill in personal, educational, and category details.
Select whether applying for regular, backlog, or both vacancies.
Pay the exam fee online (post 12:00 noon the next day).
Upload scanned photograph and signature one day after fee payment.
Verify all details, submit the form, and take a printout for future reference.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Admission to the exam is provisional; final eligibility verified through document checks.
Reservation benefits only applicable if claimed in prescribed format.
Electronic gadgets strictly prohibited in exam centers.
Scribe facility available for specified PwD candidates (request must be submitted 15 days before the exam).
False information or impersonation will lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action.
Admit card available for download only on the JSSC website (not sent by post).
JSSC reserves the right to change exam schedule and format due to unavoidable circumstances.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many total vacancies are there in JSSC JTAACCE-2026?

A. There are a total of 7,299 vacancies, combining 6,101 regular vacancies under Advertisement No. 04/2026 and 1,198 backlog vacancies under Advertisement No. 05/2026.

Q. What is the difference between Advertisement No. 04/2026 and Advertisement No. 05/2026?

A. Advertisement No. 04/2026 covers 6,101 regular vacancies open to all eligible candidates, while Advertisement No. 05/2026 covers 1,198 backlog vacancies reserved for candidates already serving as Para Teachers under the Jharkhand Shiksha Pariyojna Parishad with at least two years of continuous service. Candidates eligible for both can apply using a single form and pay only one exam fee.

Q. What is the last date to apply for JSSC Para Teacher Recruitment 2026?

A. The last date to apply online is 30 August 2026 (midnight) for both regular and backlog vacancies.

Q. What is the application fee for JSSC JTAACCE-2026?

A. The application fee is ₹100 for general/other candidates and ₹50 for SC/ST candidates of Jharkhand state. Only one fee is payable even if applying for both vacancies.

Q. Is JTET mandatory for JSSC Para Teacher recruitment?

A. Yes, candidates must have passed the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) for the relevant class level (1–5 or 6–8). Candidates who cleared CTET or a neighboring state's TET can also apply but must clear JTET within 3 years of appointment.