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Are you a teacher in Jammu and Kashmir? Or do you want to become a teacher soon? If yes, there is very big news for you today. The government has released a new order about the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET). This is a very important rule for your teaching career.
In this simple and easy guide, we will tell you exactly what this order means, who needs to give the exam, and how you can save your teaching job.
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What is the New Government Order?
On February 23, 2026, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir passed a new order. This order follows a very big decision made by the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India on September 1, 2025.
The government has decided that the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) is now the main Nodal Agency for the exam. This means JKBOSE will completely handle and conduct the TET exam for the Union Territory of J&K.
Who Needs to Pass the TET Exam?
The Right to Education (RTE) Act says that having qualified teachers is very important for school students. Because of this, the Supreme Court made a clear rule:
- All working teachers: All in-service teachers must pass the TET to continue in service. In-service means teachers who are already doing a job.
- Government and Private Schools: This rule is for teachers working in both government schools and private schools. Even if the private school is unregistered, the teachers still need to pass.
- Old Appointees: It does not matter how long you have been teaching. Even if you were appointed before the RTE Act started, you are required to qualify.
Is Anyone Exempted from the TET?
The Supreme Court understands that many older teachers have worked hard and taught students for two or three decades. So, they made some special exceptions:
- Less than 5 years left: If a teacher has less than five years of service left before they retire, they do not have to pass the TET to keep their current job. They can teach peacefully until they reach superannuation (retirement age).
- The Promotion Rule: However, if these older teachers (with less than 5 years left) want to get a promotion, they must pass the TET first.
- Minority Schools: Right now, schools that are established and run by religious or linguistic minorities are temporarily exempted from this rule. They are waiting for a bigger court to make a final decision.
The Strict “2-Year Rule” for Other Teachers
If you are a teacher who has more than 5 years of service left before you retire, you must pay attention to this rule:
- You are under an obligation to pass the TET exam within 2 years from the date of the order.
- If you fail to pass the TET in these 2 years, you will have to quit your service.
- You may be given compulsory retirement by the government.
- If you are forced to retire, do not worry about your funds. You will be paid your terminal benefits (like pension or PF) if you have put in the correct qualifying period of service.
How Will the JKBOSE Conduct the Exam?
The Chief Secretary of J&K held a big meeting on October 30, 2025, to make a clear Action Plan. Here is how the exam process will happen:
- Online Forms: You will submit your exam form online. It will be received on the JKBOSE website using special software created by NIC.
- Exam Centers: The exams will happen at district headquarters or in the twin capital cities of Srinagar and Jammu.
- Strict Checking: There will be strong security to stop cheating. The government will use police help, jammers, and Gazetted officers as observers.
- Invigilators: Your exam watchers will be lecturers from the School Education Department and Assistant Professors from the Higher Education Department.
- Syllabus: The topics for the test will come from the NCTE’s CTET syllabus, but with small changes to fit J&K’s local studies.
Quick Summary Table for Students and Teachers
| Important Feature | Clear Details |
| Main Exam Agency | Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE). |
| Time to Pass | Within 2 years for teachers with more than 5 years left to retire. |
| Exempted Teachers | Teachers with less than 5 years to retire (only to keep their current job). |
| Exam Syllabus | Based on the NCTE CTET syllabus. |
| School Types | Both private and government non-minority schools. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do private school teachers need to clear the TET?
Yes. The TET qualifications are mandatory for teachers in both government and private schools.
I am retiring in 3 years. Will I lose my job?
No. Teachers with less than five years of service left can continue until retirement without the TET. However, you need to pass the TET if you apply for a promotion.+1
What happens if I fail the TET after 2 years?
If you have more than 5 years left to retire and you fail to qualify within the given time, you will have to quit your job and take compulsory retirement.
Where will the exams be held?
The exam centers will be set up at your district headquarters or in the twin capital cities (Srinagar and Jammu).
Education is the key to a bright future, and good teachers are the ones who make it happen! Would you like me to help you find the detailed NCTE CTET syllabus topics so you can start preparing for the upcoming JKBOSE exam today?
