The HP TET 2025 (Himachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test) is organized by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala. The exam is held to certify the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in primary and upper primary schools across the state. This year, the exam will cover 10 subjects, including a newly introduced category for Special Educator.
Applications for HP TET 2025 June session started on 10 April 2025, and the deadline without a late fee is 30 April 2025. Candidates can also apply with a late fee from 1 May to 3 May 2025. The exam will be conducted in offline mode in two sessions—June and November.
Important Dates for HP TET 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 9 April 2025 |
| Registration Start | 10 April 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 April 2025 |
| Late Fee Application Dates | 1 May to 3 May 2025 |
| Form Correction Window | 4 May to 6 May 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 4 days before the exam |
| Exam Dates | 1 June to 14 June 2025 and 2 Nov to 16 Nov 2025 |
HP TET 2025 Exam Schedule
June 2025 Session
| Exam Name | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| TGT (Arts) | 1 June | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| TGT (Medical) | 1 June | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
| JBT | 7 June | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| TGT (Sanskrit) | 7 June | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
| TGT (Non-Medical) | 8 June | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| TGT (Hindi) | 8 June | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
| Special Educator (Up to V) | 11 June | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Special Educator (Up to VI & Above) | 11 June | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
| Punjabi | 14 June | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Urdu | 14 June | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
November 2025 Session
| Exam Name | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Punjabi | 2 Nov | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Urdu | 2 Nov | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
| TGT (Arts) | 5 Nov | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| TGT (Medical) | 5 Nov | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
| TGT (Non-Medical) | 9 Nov | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Language Teacher | 9 Nov | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
| Special Educator (Up to V) | 16 Nov | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Special Educator (Up to VI & Above) | 16 Nov | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
Eligibility Criteria for HP TET 2025
HP TET 2025 has different eligibility standards based on the subject and teaching level. Candidates must have a relevant educational qualification from an NCTE/RCI recognized institution. The general requirement is graduation with 50% marks along with a B.Ed, D.El.Ed, or equivalent qualification.
Detailed eligibility for TGT Arts, Non-Medical, Medical, Hindi, Sanskrit, JBT, Punjabi, Urdu, and Special Educator is provided in the official notification. Aspirants currently pursuing their final year of a teacher education program are also eligible to apply.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 1200 |
| OBC/SC/ST/PHH | Rs. 700 |
| Late Fee (All Categories) | Rs. 600 extra |
Candidates can pay the application fee via online payment modes such as net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card.
Exam Pattern for HP TET 2025
- Mode: Offline (pen and paper)
- Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 150
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Marking: +1 for each correct answer, no negative marking
- Languages: Hindi and English
HP TET 2025 Admit Card
The HP TET 2025 admit card will be available for download on the official HPBOSE website, four days before the respective exam date. Candidates must carry a printed copy of their admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam center.
Syllabus for HP TET 2025
The syllabus for HP TET varies for each subject. However, it broadly covers the following areas:
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language Comprehension (Hindi & English)
- General Awareness and Current Affairs
- Subject-specific knowledge (relevant to the applied TET category)
Candidates are advised to download the official syllabus PDF from the HPBOSE website for detailed topic lists.
HP TET 2025 Result
The HP TET 2025 results will be published on the HPBOSE official portal approximately one month after the exams. The result will include subject-wise scores and qualifying status. Candidates need to secure a minimum of 60% marks to qualify.
FAQs
A. HP TET stands for Himachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test, conducted by HPBOSE to certify candidates for teaching roles in the state’s schools.
A. HP TET 2025 will cover 10 subjects including new categories for Special Educators.
A. The HP TET certificate is valid for a lifetime as per the recent guidelines by NCTE.
A. No, there is no negative marking in the HP TET exam.
A. HP TET 2025 will be conducted in two phases—from 1 June to 14 June and again from 2 November to 16 November 2025.