SEB TAT Higher Secondary Notification 2026

SEB TAT Higher Secondary Notification 2026 : The State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat, has released the official notification for the Teacher Aptitude Test (Higher Secondary) – 2026. This examination is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of teachers in registered government and private higher secondary schools in Gujarat.

SEB TAT Higher Secondary Notification 2026 : The online registration process begins on 10 February 2026 and will conclude on 19 February 2026. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 29 March 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official OJAS portal.

Exam Highlights of SEB TAT Higher Secondary Notification 2026

Feature	Details
Organization	State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat
Exam Name	Teacher Aptitude Test (Higher Secondary) – 2026
Notification No.	SEB/TAT-HS/2026/2042-2082
Application Dates	10/02/2026 to 19/02/2026
Prelims Exam Date	29 March 2026
Mains Exam Date	May 2026 (Tentative)
Official Website	sebexam.org \| ojas.gujarat.gov.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Date	05/02/2026
Online Application Start	10/02/2026
Online Application End	19/02/2026
Fee Payment Dates	10/02/2026 to 20/02/2026
Preliminary Exam (MCQ)	29/03/2026
Mains Exam (Descriptive)	May 2026 (Tentative)

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the requisite educational and professional qualifications as prescribed by the State Government for the post of Higher Secondary Teacher.
Students studying in the final year of their Post Graduation and B.Ed. (during the academic year 2025-26) are also eligible to apply. However, they must produce the mark sheet of the qualifying exam before the recruitment process begins.

Examination Fee

General Category: ₹ 500/-
SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PH: ₹ 400/-
Payment Mode: Online (ATM-Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallet).
Note: Fees once paid will not be refunded.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus of SEB TAT Higher Secondary Notification 2026

About SEB TAT Higher Secondary Notification 2026 : The TAT (Higher Secondary) exam consists of two stages: Preliminary (MCQ) and Mains (Descriptive).

1. Preliminary Examination (MCQ) – 200 Marks

Part 1: General Studies (100 Marks)
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs (20 Marks)
- Teacher Aptitude (35 Marks)
- Logical Aptitude (15 Marks)
- Gujarati Language Proficiency (15 Marks)
- English Language Proficiency (15 Marks)
Part 2: Special Subject Test (100 Marks)
- Subject Content (80 Marks)
- Subject Method (20 Marks)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Qualifying Marks: Candidates clearing the cut-off set by the board will be eligible for Mains.

2. Main Examination (Descriptive) – 200 Marks

Paper 1: Language Proficiency (100 Marks) – Gujarati/Hindi/English (depending on medium).
Paper 2: Content & Method (100 Marks).
Qualifying Standard: General Category (60%), Reserved Category (55%).

How to Apply

Visit the official OJAS website: ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
Click on “Apply Online” and select “TAT (Higher Secondary) – 2026”.
Fill in the application form with accurate personal and educational details.
Upload your photograph and signature in JPG format.
Confirm the application to generate a Confirmation Number.
Pay the examination fee online.
Take a printout of the application form and fee receipt.

Key Takeaways

Two-Tier Exam: The exam includes a Preliminary (Objective) and a Mains (Descriptive) stage.
Eligibility: Post Graduates with B.Ed. Final year students can also apply.
Medium: The exam will be conducted in Gujarati, Hindi, and English mediums.
Validity: The merit list remains valid until the next TAT (HS) merit list is declared.

Important Links

Link Description	Link
OJAS Apply Online Link	Click Here
Download Notification PDF	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
More Information	Click Here

FAQs

Q1. Who is eligible for TAT Higher Secondary Exam 2026?
Ans. Candidates with a Post Graduate degree and B.Ed. qualification are eligible. Final year students can also apply.

Q2. What is the exam date for TAT HS Prelims?
Ans. The Preliminary Exam will be held on 29 March 2026.

Q3. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Ans. Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks in the Preliminary Examination.

Q4. Can I apply if I am in the final year of B.Ed?
Ans. Yes, candidates appearing in the final year of the qualifying exam in 2025-26 are eligible to apply.

Final Thoughts

The TAT (Higher Secondary) exam is a crucial step for aspirants aiming to become teachers in higher secondary schools in Gujarat. With the implementation of the two-tier exam system (Prelims + Mains), candidates need to prepare thoroughly for both objective and descriptive formats. Ensure you complete your application before the deadline of 19 February 2026 to avoid any last-minute issues.