HTET Eligibility 2024: Age Limit, Qualification, Number of Attempts

HTET eligibility 2024 is laid by the Board of School Education, Haryana. The eligibility criteria for HTET PRT, TGT and PGT is different from each other. Candidates can check eligibility for all three levels in this article.

Abhishek AroraUpdated on : Jul 10 2024 15:15 IST

HTET Eligibility 2024

HTET Eligibility 2024 - The Board of School Education, Haryana (BSEH) specifies the eligibility requirements for HTET exam. Candidates must note that the eligibility criteria for each level of HTET exam, that is - PRT, TGT and PGT levels - is different. HTET eligibility is released along with the official notification. Aspirants must ensure that they fulfil the HTET eligibility criteria before filling out the application form.

There are multiple aspects of the eligibility criteria including age limit, nationality, and educational qualification. Candidates must also note that the conducting body releases subject-wise HTET eligibility criteria.

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HTET Eligibility 2024

Candidates must be read the HTET eligibility 2024 before they fill out the HTET Application Form 2024. The HTET eligibility criteria is provided below.

HTET Age Limit

HTET age limit is one of the first aspects that a candidate must consider before filling out the application form. Candidates must be between 18 to 38 years of age to appear for the HTET exam.

HTET Eligibility Criteria 2024 : Educational Qualification

Another important aspect of HTET eligibility is the educational qualification required for various levels. Candidates can take a look at comprehensive HTET eligibility criteria for all three levels below.

HTET PRT Eligibility Criteria

Candidates appearing for the PRT level can apply for teaching positions in Classes 1 to 5 after qualifying the exam. To appear for HTET PRT (or level 1), the eligibility criteria is provided below.

1. Candidates should have a senior secondary (or equivalent) degree with at least 50% marks. Also, candidates should have passed or are appearing in final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education conferring with the NCTE

Aspirants must attain a degree from senior secondary (or equivalent degree) with at least 45% marks. Also, candidates must have qualified or are appearing in their 2nd-year Diploma in Elementary Education

Candidates must have a degree of senior secondary (or equivalent degree) with minimum 50% marks. Candidates should have passed OR appeared in the 4th year of the final year of B.El.ED

Students should have a senior secondary degree (or equivalent degree) with a minimum of 50% marks. Also, candidates should have passed or appeared in the final year of 2nd year Diploma in Education (Special Education)

Candidate should either have a qualified graduation degree or appear in final year of a 2-year Diploma course in Elementary Education

Candidates should have completed their class 10 with subjects including Sanskrit or Sr. Secondary/Hindi. Also, candidates should have completed Graduation/Post Graduation with Hindi as one of the main subjects.

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HTET TGT Eligibility Criteria

HTET TGT (or Level 2) is conducted for candidates willing to apply for teaching positions in classes 6 to 8. The eligibility requirements vary for different subjects in HTET TGT exam. Candidates can take a look at the in-depth HTET TGT eligibility criteria below.

HTET TGT Subject Name	HTET TGT Subject-wise Eligibility Criteria
TGT Social Science	B.A./B.Com + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education OR B.A. /B.Com with minimum 50% marks + 2 years B.E.d OR B.A. /B.Com with a minimum of 45% marks + 2 Years B.E.d OR Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks + 4 Years B. El. Ed OR Senior Secondary (or it's equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks + 4-year BA/B.Com Ed OR B.A./B.Com at least 50% marks + 2 years B.Ed. (Special Education) AND For B.A. / B.Com, in addition to English, at least one of the following subjects with at least 50% marks in aggregate in all years of study: History, Political Science, Economics, Geography, Sociology, Psychology.
TGT Science	B.Sc + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education OR B.Sc with a minimum of 50% marks + 2 Year B.Ed. OR B.Sc with at least 45% marks + 2 Year B.Ed. OR A minimum of 50% marks in Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) + 4 Year degree in B. El. Ed OR Senior secondary degree with a minimum of 50 % marks + 4 Year B.Sc. Ed. OR B.Sc. with at least 50% marks + 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education) AND In the case of B.sc candidates should have a combination of at least three subjects out Physics, Zoology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Botany
TGT Mathematics	A minimum of 50% marks in B.A./B.Sc./B.Com in Mathematics subject (as an elective subject) + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education/ B.Ed. OR B.A./B.Sc./B.Com (minimum 45% marks) as well as 50% marks in Mathematics as an elective subject + 2-year B.Ed. OR Senior Secondary or it's equivalent (with minimum 50% marks) + 4-year B. El. Ed/ B.A./B.Sc/B.Com Ed. or B.A Ed./B.Sc. Ed./B.Com. Ed. OR At least 50% marks in B.A./B.Sc./B.Com as well as in Maths (as elective subject) + 2-year B.Ed
TGT English	1. Candidates must consist of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in English subjects (as compulsory/elective / Core / Honours) + Students should have English as a teaching subject in BTC/JBT/D.Ed/ (B.Ed.)/ B.Ed. (Special Education) OR Students should have a minimum of 50% marks in English Subjects in a 4-year B.El.Ed/ Integrated BA.B.Ed. 2. Candidates are required to have Sanskrit or Hindi as one of the subjects in their class 10 or higher education
TGT Hindi	B.A.(minimum 50% marks) in Hindi (as elective subject) + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education/B.Ed OR At least 45% marks in B.A., as well as 50% marks in Hind (elective subject) + 2 years in B.Ed OR Candidates must have at least 50% marks in senior secondary (equivalent degree) + 4 years B. El. Ed./ BA Ed. OR B.A with a minimum of 50% marks as well as Hindi as an elective subject + 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education) AND Candidates should have complete matric with Hindi/Sanskrit or class 12/BA/MA with Hindi
TGT Sanskrit	Candidates must have a B.A. degree with a minimum of 50% marks in Sanskrit as an elective subject + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education/ B.Ed OR B.A. with a minimum of 45% marks, as well as 50% marks in Sanskrit (elective subject)+ 2-year B.Ed. OR A minimum of 50% marks in senior secondary (or equivalent degree) + 4- years. El. Ed./ BA Ed OR B.A. (with a minimum of 50% marks ) as well as Sanskrit as an elective subject + 1-year r B.Ed. (Special Education) OR Shastri (with a minimum of 50 % marks) from a recognised university AND Candidates should have qualified the class 10 exam with Hindi/Sanskrit OR class 12 /B.A./M.A. with Hindi as one of the subjects
TGT Physical Education	Candidates must have a graduation degree in Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) or Diploma in Physical Education (D.P.Ed.) (Or equivalent degree) from a renowned and recognised university. Candidates should have passed class 10 with Hindi/Sanskrit OR class 12/B.A./M.A. with Hindi as one of the subjects.

HTET PGT Eligibility Criteria

HTET PGT (or Level 3) is conducted for those candidates who wish to teach students of classes 9 to 12. Further, HTET PGT exam has various subjects including English, Hindi, Geography, Home Science, Sociology, Psychology, Punjabi, Urdu, and History. The educational qualification eligibility criteria for all subjects varies accordingly. However, there are some basic HTET PGT eligibility criteria which candidates should be well aware of.

Candidates must possess a postgraduate degree in the concerned subject with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised university.
Aspirants must have a B.Ed. degree from a recognised university.
Candidates must have qualified class 10th with Hindi/Sanskrit or Sr. Secondary / Graduation/Post Graduation with Hindi as one of the subjects.
Candidates must have a consistent academic record.

HTET 2024: Number of Attempts

There is no limit on the number of attempts. Hence, candidates can attempt the HTET exam multiple times.

HTET 2024 Certificate Validity

HTET certificate makes the candidates eligible to apply for teaching posts in various government and government-aided schools in Haryana. The validity of the HTET certificate is for 7 years from the date of issuance for all three levels. A candidate whose HTET result is delayed or revised on their part will have the validity of their certificate taken from the date of the main result declaration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the validity of the HTET certificate?

The validity of HTET certificate is set as 7 seven years from the date of issuance.

How can candidates obtain HTET 2024 certificate?

Candidates must note that Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH) mails the HTET certificate via post to the candidate’s address. The HTET certificate is not released in the soft copy format.

What is the maximum age limit for HTET 2024?

The maximum age limit for HTET examination is 38 years while the minimum age limit is 18 years.

What is HTET PGT eligibility criteria?

Candidates appearing for the HTET level 3- PGT must have a postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject from a recognized university. Additionally, candidates should hold a B.Ed. degree from a recognized university.

How many levels does the HTET exam 2024 have?

There are a total of 3 levels for the HTET exam including HTET level 1- PRT, level 2- TGT and level 3- PGT

Where can I find HTET eligibility 2024?

HTET eligibility 2024 will be released on the official website of BSEH - bseh.org.in. Candidates can also find the detailed eligibility criteria in the above article.

Is HTET eligibility released in Hindi?

No, HTET eligibility is not released in Hindi by the exam conducting body.

What is HTET TGT eligibility criteria?

HTET TGT eligibility criteria requires that a candidate must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognised university. The minimum age of the candidate appearing for HTET TGT exam should be 18 years.