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HP TET Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Himachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (HP TET) actually get you? These bands map a mock/exam percentage to the rank window and outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns — indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
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Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (Indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 60-65% (90-98 marks out of 150) |
| EWS | 58-63% (87-95 marks out of 150) |
| OBC | 55-60% (83-90 marks out of 150) |
| SC | 50-55% (75-83 marks out of 150) |
| ST | 50-55% (75-83 marks out of 150) |
| PwD | 45-50% (68-75 marks out of 150) |
- The General-to-OBC gap typically ranges 5-8 marks, while SC/ST categories usually see 10-15 marks relaxation from General cutoffs. PwD candidates receive additional 5-7 marks concession across categories.
- HP TET cutoffs fluctuate based on paper difficulty, number of applicants, and vacancy requirements for primary vs. upper primary levels (TGT positions may see slightly higher thresholds).
- Scoring above 70% (105+ marks) ensures comfortable qualification with strong merit positioning, while candidates near the minimum threshold should focus on accuracy as cutoffs may rise marginally in competitive years.
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Outstanding — state topper range
94–100%
- Top percentile HP TET score
- Virtually guaranteed selection in preferred district and school type
- Eligible for: Senior PGT positions and administrative teaching roles
- Strong profile for: Model Schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas in HP
- May receive commendation from HP Board of School Education
- Excellent foundation for pursuing B.Ed/M.Ed leadership roles in education
Very good score — top tier
88–93%
- Excellent HP TET performance
- High merit position in state teacher recruitment lists
- Strong candidate for: PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) posts in government senior secondary schools
- Competitive for: Principal posts in primary schools (with experience)
- First preference districts likely in initial selection (Shimla, Kangra)
- Eligible for central government teaching posts (KVS, NVS) with this certificate
Good score — strong contender
80–87%
- Strong HP TET qualification
- Competitive for: TGT posts in Shimla, Dharamshala, and other district headquarters
- Eligible for: Shastri/Language Teacher positions in government schools
- Good prospects in: Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) HP region recruitments
- Likely selection within 1-2 recruitment cycles for most districts
Moderate score — decent prospects
70–79%
- HP TET qualified with reasonable margin
- Eligible for: Primary Teacher (Class I-V) posts across HP districts
- Eligible for: TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) posts in government schools
- Competitive for vacancies in Tier-2/Tier-3 districts (Mandi, Solan, Una)
- May need to wait for multiple recruitment cycles in urban areas
Just qualified — needs improvement
60–69%
- HP TET certificate awarded (valid 7 years)
- Eligible for Himachal Pradesh government primary/upper primary teacher recruitment
- Low competitive edge in merit-based selections
- Suitable for: JBT (Junior Basic Training) posts in remote areas
- Recommend attempting again for better score to improve selection chances
Below qualifying threshold
0–59%
- Does not meet HP TET minimum qualifying marks (60% General category)
- Certificate not awarded
- Recommend thorough revision of NCERT pedagogy and subject concepts
- Focus on Child Development & Pedagogy and Language sections
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