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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for HTET Exam 2021
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Updated on: September 25th, 2023
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for HTET Exam 2021 – Board of School Education Haryana released the official notification for HTET 2021 on 15 November 2021. The Online registration for HTET Exam also started on 15 November 2021 itself. The eligible and interested candidates can apply for the HTET exam as the last date to apply online is 3rd December 2021. The HTET is scheduled to be conducted on 18th & 19th December 2021.
We are now going to share some frequently asked questions (FAQ) for Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test 2021 which will certainly provide the basic knowledge about the online application and preparation for this exam.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for HTET Exam 2021
1. What are the important dates for HTET Exam 2021?
Ans. HTET 2021 Exam: Important Dates
| S.N. | Exam Detail | Important Dates |
| 1 | Starting Date of Online Application | 15th November 2021 |
| 2 | Last date of Online Application | 3rd December 2021 |
| 3 | Last Date for Submission of Fee | 3rd December 2021 |
| 4 | The period for Online Corrections | 5 December to 8 December 2021 |
| 5 | Downloading of Admit Card | 10th December 2021 |
| 6 | Exam Date | 18th & 19th December 2021 |
2. What is the eligibility criteria for HTET Exam 2021?
Ans. Check here to know the eligibility criteria for HTET Exam 2021 for Levels 1,2 & 3.
HTET Eligibility Criteria for Primary Teacher (Level – 1)
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2- year Diploma in Elementary Education, in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations, 2007 notified on 31 August 2009. OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2- year Diploma in Elementary Education, in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations, 2002. OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4- year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed). OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 2- year Diploma in Education (Special Education)*. OR
- Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known).
- Matric with Hindi/Sanskrit or Senior Secondary/ Graduation/ Post Graduation with Hindi as one of the subjects.
HTET Eligibility Criteria for Trained Graduate Teacher (Level – 2)
- Graduation in the relevant discipline and passed or appearing in the final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education OR
- Graduation in relevant discipline with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed). OR
- Graduation in relevant discipline with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in 1- year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed), in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time in this regard. OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4- year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) OR
- Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of 4- year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed. OR
- Graduation in relevant discipline with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
HTET Eligibility for Post Graduate Teacher (Level – 3)
- Post Graduate degree in concerned subject with at least 50% marks from a recognized university.
- Passed Bachelor of Education from the recognized university.
- Matrics with Hindi & Sanskrit or Sr. Secondary/ Graduation/ Post Graduation in Hindi as subjects and
- Consistent good academic record
3. What is the Application Fee for HTET Exam 2021?
Ans. Check here the application fees for HTET Exam 2021 for all categories
| Category | For One Level Only | For Two Levels | For Three Levels |
| SC & PH Candidates of Haryana | 500 | 900 | 1200 |
| Other Candidates Except (SC & PH of Haryana) | 1000 | 1800 | 2400 |
| Other State Candidates | 1000 | 1800 | 2400 |
4. What is the validity period of the HTET certificate?
Ans. The validity period of the HTET qualifying certificate for appointment will be 7 years from the date of declaration of result for all levels. Earlier the validity was for 5 years.
5. How many times can a Candidates attempt for HTET Exam?
Ans. There is no limit on the number of attempts for appearing in the HTET Exam. A person already qualified can also appear again for improving his/her score.
6. What is the exam pattern for HTET Exam 2021?
Ans. Check here the exam pattern for HTET Exam 2021
HTET Exam Pattern for Primary Teacher 2021 (Level -1):
| Subject Detail | Number of Questions | Total Marks | |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | |
| Language | Hindi Language | 15 | 15 |
| English Language | 15 | 15 | |
| General Studies | Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 | |
| Haryana G.K. | 10 | 10 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
HTET Exam Pattern for Trained Graduate Teacher 2021 (Level – 2):
| Subject Detail | Number of Questions | Total Marks | |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | |
| Language | Hindi Language | 15 | 15 |
| English Language | 15 | 15 | |
| General Studies | Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 | |
| Haryana G.K. | 10 | 10 | |
| Concerned Subjects | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
HTET Exam Pattern for Post Graduate Teacher 2021 (Level -3):
| Subject Detail | Number of Questions | Total Marks | |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | |
| Language | Hindi Language | 15 | 15 |
| English Language | 15 | 15 | |
| General Studies | Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 | |
| Haryana G.K. | 10 | 10 | |
| Concerned Subjects | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
7. What is the syllabus for HTET Exam 2021?
Ans. Understanding the syllabus for HTET 2021 exam is very important to crack the exam. Read given below article to know the detailed syllabus of HTET 2021 exam.
HTET 2021 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
8. How to apply for the HTET 2021 exam?
Ans. Once the official notification is released the students can apply online for HTET 2021 Exam through its official website. You can apply directly from the given link:
HTET Online Application 2021
9. What are the qualifying marks and awards of the HTET certificate?
Ans. Check here the qualifying marks and awards of the HTET Certificate
| Category | Qualifying Percentage | HTET Passing Marks | HTET Validity |
| SC & Differently abled Candidates of Haryana | 55% | 82 out of 150 | 7 years |
| Other Candidates Except (SC & PH of Haryana) | 60% | 90 out of 150 | |
| Other State Candidates including (SC & PH) | 60% | 90 out of 150 |
10. What will be the medium of question paper in HTET?
Ans. The Main question paper shall be Bilingual (Hindi/English) only.
11. Will the exam be conducted online or offline(OMR Based)?
Ans. The exam will be conducted in offline mode (OMR Based).
12. Is there be any negative marking in HTET 2021 Exam?
Ans. There will be no negative marking in HTET 2021 Exam.
13. What are the opportunities after HTET?
Ans. HTET certificate is the minimum eligibility for a Haryana government teaching job.
14. Can a student appear in all 3 exams in different cycles?
Ans. Yes, If the candidate satisfies all the eligibility criteria.
15. Can an appearing student fill the application form?
Ans. Yes, appearing students can fill the application form.
16. Can B.Ed students apply for the Paper-1?
Ans. No, B.Ed students can’t apply for the HTET Paper-1. They can apply for Level-2 and Level-3.
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