TAT HS Recruitment 2026: notification released. Check eligibility, exam dates, syllabus, fees, and apply online for Teacher Aptitude Test Higher Secondary.
State Examination Board, Gandhinagar has released the official notification for Teacher Aptitude Test (Higher Secondary) – TAT HS 2026. This examination is mandatory for candidates aspiring to become Higher Secondary teachers in government and registered private schools of Gujarat. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website within the prescribed dates.
TAT HS Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Examination Board, Gandhinagar |
| Exam Name | Teacher Aptitude Test (Higher Secondary) – TAT HS 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | SEB/TAT-HS/2026 |
| Post Name | Higher Secondary Teacher (Eligibility Test) |
| Apply Start Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 February 2026 |
| Fee Last Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | sebexam.org / ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Post Details
TAT HS is an eligibility examination conducted for recruitment of Higher Secondary Teachers in Gujarat government and registered private schools. Passing this exam does not guarantee appointment but makes candidates eligible for teacher recruitment.
Educational Qualification / Eligibility
Candidates must possess the educational and training qualifications prescribed by the Education Department of Gujarat Government for Higher Secondary Teachers.
- Final-year students of Graduation / Training course (2025-26) are also eligible
- Eligibility will be subject to final result and document verification during recruitment
Age Limit
- No specific age limit is prescribed for appearing in TAT HS 2026
- Age rules will be applicable as per recruitment norms during teacher appointment
Salary / Pay Scale
Salary will be paid as per Gujarat Government norms applicable at the time of teacher recruitment.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / PH | ₹400 |
Note: Fees once paid will not be refunded.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 05 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 10 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 29 March 2026 |
| Main Exam Date | May 2026 (Tentative) |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of two stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Main Examination (Descriptive Written Exam)
Candidates qualifying the preliminary exam cut-off will be eligible for the main examination.
Exam Pattern / Syllabus
Preliminary Exam
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 180 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer
Section-1 (100 Marks)
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Teaching Aptitude
- Educational Psychology
- Reasoning Ability
- Gujarati Language
- English Language
Section-2 (100 Marks)
- Subject-specific questions (based on the subject applied)
Main Examination
- Total Marks: 200
- Paper-1: Language Ability (100 Marks)
- Paper-2: Subject Knowledge & Teaching Methodology (100 Marks)
- Descriptive Answer Type Questions
Medium of Examination
- Gujarati
- Hindi
- English
(Candidates must appear in the same medium in both Preliminary and Main exams)
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on Apply Online
- Select TAT (Higher Secondary) – 2026
- Fill personal and educational details carefully
- Upload photo and signature in prescribed format
- Confirm application and note confirmation number
- Pay application fees online
- Take a printout of the application form
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official Notification | Download Here |
| Exam Updates | sebexam.org |
TAT HS 2026 is a crucial eligibility examination for candidates aiming to build a career as a Higher Secondary Teacher in Gujarat. Applicants are advised to apply early, verify eligibility, and prepare thoroughly as per the updated syllabus.