JK TET Syllabus 2026 Complete Guide: Paper 1 & Paper 2 Topic-wise Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Preparation Strategy
The Jammu and Kashmir Teacher Eligibility Test (JK TET) is conducted to recruit teachers for primary and upper primary classes. Understanding the complete syllabus is essential for effective preparation.
JK TET includes two papers:
Paper I → Classes 1 to 5 teachers
Paper II → Classes 6 to 8 teachers
Paper I → Classes 1 to 5 teachers
Paper II → Classes 6 to 8 teachers
JK TET Exam Pattern 2026
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 Questions |
| Total Marks | 150 Marks |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours |
| Passing Marks | 60% (90 Marks) |
JK TET Paper I Syllabus (Classes I–V)
1. Child Development and Pedagogy
- Child development and learning
- Learning theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg)
- Teaching-learning process
- Learning and motivation
- Assessment and evaluation
2. Language I
- Grammar and vocabulary
- Reading comprehension
- Language skills
- Language pedagogy
3. Language II
- Comprehension
- Grammar
- Language teaching methods
4. Mathematics
- Number system
- Fractions and decimals
- Geometry
- Measurement
- Data handling
5. Environmental Studies
- Environment and society
- Natural resources
- EVS pedagogy
JK TET Paper II Syllabus (Classes VI–VIII)
1. Child Development and Pedagogy
- Learning theories
- Teaching methods
- Student assessment
2. Language I and II
- Grammar
- Comprehension
- Language pedagogy
3. Mathematics
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Data handling
4. Science
- Living organisms
- Natural phenomena
- Materials
- Science pedagogy
5. Social Studies
- History
- Geography
- Political science
- Social science pedagogy
Most Important Topics for JK TET 2026
Focus on these high-weightage topics:
• Child Development and Pedagogy
• Learning theories
• Teaching methods
• Language pedagogy
• Mathematics basics
• Child Development and Pedagogy
• Learning theories
• Teaching methods
• Language pedagogy
• Mathematics basics
Preparation Strategy for JK TET 2026
- Study syllabus thoroughly
- Focus on pedagogy topics
- Solve previous year papers
- Practice regularly
- Revise important concepts
Final Advice
Candidates who understand syllabus clearly and practice regularly have higher chances of qualifying JK TET exam.
