The Samagra Shiksha Chandigarh (SSA) has released the admit cards for the Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) recruitment exam 2025. Students who applied can now download their hall tickets from the official website, ssachd.nic.in . The admit cards were made available on September 30, 2025 . The written exam for 218 JBT posts will take place on October 5, 2025 .
This exam aims to fill 218 Junior Basic Teacher positions in Chandigarh. Candidates must download their admit card and carry it to the exam hall. This article explains all important details about the exam, including important dates, exam pattern, and how to download your admit card.
Important Dates for JBT Teacher Recruitment
Here are the key dates for the Chandigarh JBT Teacher recruitment 2025:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | August 7, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | August 7, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 28, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | August 28, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | September 30, 2025 |
| Exam Date | October 5, 2025 |
| Answer Key Date | October 7, 2025 |
| Result Date | Will be announced soon |
Total Posts and Eligibility
SSA Chandigarh is hiring for a total of 218 Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) posts. Here is the breakdown by category:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 111 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 22 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 44 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 41 |
| Total | 218 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for these JBT posts, candidates must have:
- A 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) recognized by NCTE.
- Passed the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET).
Age Limit and Application Fee
Age Limit
As of January 1, 2025 , candidates must be:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 37 years
Please check the official notification for any age relaxation rules.
Application Fee
Candidates had to pay the following fees to apply for the exam:
- General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹1000/-
- SC / ST candidates: ₹500/-
The fee was paid online using a Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through E-Challan.
Salary for Chandigarh JBT Teachers
Selected Junior Basic Teachers in Chandigarh will receive a monthly salary. The pay scale ranges from ₹9,300 to ₹34,800 . Additionally, they will get a Grade Pay of ₹4,200 . Other allowances will be given as per government rules.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written exam will have 150 questions for a total of 150 marks . Candidates will get 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete the exam. There is a negative marking system.
- Correct Answer: +1 Mark
- Wrong Answer: -0.25 Mark will be deducted
Here are the subjects and marks for the exam:
| Subject Name | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Reasoning Ability | 15 | 15 |
| Arithmetical and Numerical Ability | 15 | 15 |
| Teaching Aptitude | 15 | 15 |
| Information & Communication Technology (ICT) | 15 | 15 |
| Test of Punjabi Language and Comprehension | 10 | 10 |
| Test of Hindi Language and Comprehension | 10 | 10 |
| Test of English Language and Comprehension | 10 | 10 |
| Mathematics | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 15 | 15 |
| Social Science | 15 | 15 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected for the Chandigarh JBT Teacher posts through the following stages:
- Written Exam
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
How to Download Your Admit Card
Follow these simple steps to download your Chandigarh JBT Teacher Admit Card 2025:
- Visit the official website of Samagra Shiksha Chandigarh (SSA): ssachd.nic.in .
- Look for the link that says “Chandigarh JBT Teacher Admit Card 2025” or “Hall Ticket Download”. Click on it.
- A new page will open. You will need to enter your details, such as your Application Number and Date of Birth .
- After entering the details, click on the “Submit” button.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download and print a copy of your admit card. You must carry this printed copy to the examination hall.
- Also, remember to carry a valid photo ID proof (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, Driving License) along with your admit card to the exam center.
Keep checking the official website for any further updates regarding the exam and results.