HTET 2025: Notification Out, Online Application, Exam Date Syllabus & Exam Pattern

The Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) is a state-level examination conducted by the Board of School Education, Haryana (BSEH) to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in schools affiliated with the state government. The exam is structured into three distinct levels: Level 1 for Primary Teachers (PRT) teaching classes 1 to 5, Level 2 for Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) for classes 6 to 8, and Level 3 for Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) for senior classes.

Aspiring teachers must pass this mandatory aptitude test to qualify for recruitment in government and aided schools across Haryana. The 2025-2026 cycle officially began with registration on December 24, 2025, with the exams as per the schedule. Notably, the HTET certificate is now valid for a lifetime, removing the need for periodic re-qualification. The test consists of 150 multiple-choice questions administered in an offline, OMR-based format without any negative marking.

Eligibility Criteria for HTET 2025

Eligibility is divided based on the level of school you wish to teach:

Level 1: Primary Teacher (PRT) - Classes 1 to 5

Education: Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed/JBT).

Alternative: 10+2 with 45% marks and a 2-year D.El.Ed (per NCTE norms) OR 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).

Mandatory: Matric with Hindi/Sanskrit or Sr. Secondary/Graduation/Post-Graduation with Hindi as one of the subjects.

Level 2: Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) - Classes 6 to 8

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed degree or a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.

Subject Specifics: For TGT Science, Math, English, etc., you must have studied that specific subject as a specialization in your degree.

Mandatory: Matric with Hindi/Sanskrit or Higher Education with Hindi as a subject.

Level 3: Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) or Lecturers- Classes 9 to 12

Level -3 is specifically for candidates aspiring to become Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) or Lecturers, authorized to teach Classes 9 to 12 in Haryana government and aided schools.

Postgraduate Degree: You must hold a Master’s Degree in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.

Professional Qualification: A B.Ed degree is mandatory for almost all subjects.

Language Requirement: You must have passed Matric with Hindi/Sanskrit OR have studied Hindi as one of the subjects in Higher Secondary, Graduation, or Post-Graduation.

Educational Qualification for HTET 2025

Level-I: Primary Teacher (PRT) Requirements

1. To become a teacher for Classes I-V (Primary Teacher, PRT), you need to meet one of these educational qualifications:

• Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, following the NCTE Regulations of 2007. (OR)

• Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, following the NCTE Regulations of 2002. (OR)

• Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.ELEd). (OR)

• Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education). (OR)

• Graduation and completion or enrollment in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.

2. You should have Matriculation with Hindi/Sanskrit or Senior Secondary/Graduation/Post Graduation with Hindi as one of the subjects.

Educational qualifications required for the Level - 2 teacher positions (Classes VI-VIII):

Level—3: PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) Eligibility Criteria:

HTET 2025 Selection Process

The selection process for HTET 2025 is primarily designed to certify your eligibility for teaching roles in Haryana government schools.

The selection involves the following stages:

Stage 1: The HTET Qualifying Exam

The first step is appearing for the offline OMR-based written examination. There is no interview at this stage; selection is based purely on your performance in the 150-mark test.

Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper).

Qualifying Marks: To "pass" and receive your certificate, you must meet the following minimum cut-offs:

General/OBC/Other State Candidates: 60% (90 out of 150 marks).

SC/PH Candidates (Haryana Domicile): 55% (82 out of 150 marks).

Negative Marking: None.

Stage 2: Biometric Verification & Result

After the exam, the Board (BSEH) releases a list of candidates for Biometric Verification. This is a mandatory security step to prevent fraud. Once verification is complete, the final result is declared, and successful candidates are awarded the HTET Certificate, which is now valid for a lifetime.

Stage 3: Recruitment/Screening (The Final Job)

Qualifying HTET does not automatically give you a job; it makes you eligible to apply for teacher recruitment drives (often called the Screening Exam) conducted by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) or Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC).

Notification: The government releases vacancies (e.g., TGT/PRT recruitment).

Screening Test: You must appear for a separate recruitment exam.

Document Verification: Checking your original academic degrees and HTET certificate.

Medical Examination: Final health check-up before the joining letter is issued.