SEB Head Teacher Promotion Exam 2026 – Eligibility & Exam Pattern

The State Examination Board (SEB), Gandhinagar has released the official notification for the Special Competitive Examination (SCE) 2026 for promotion to the post of Head Teacher, Class-III under the Directorate of Primary Education, District Primary Education Committees, and Municipal Primary Education Committees.

📌 Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: Special Competitive Examination (SCE) for Head Teacher Promotion
  • Year: 2026
  • Conducting Body: State Examination Board (SEB), Gandhinagar
  • Eligibility: Primary/Upper Primary Teachers with minimum 5 years of service, computer competency, and Head Teacher Aptitude Test qualification
  • Application Mode: Online via ojas.gujarat.gov.in

📝 Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as Lower/Upper Primary Teacher (Class-III).
  • Passed Computer Competency Test as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 2006.
  • Passed Head Teacher Aptitude Test (HTAT).
  • Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Science/Commerce + Primary Teachers Course OR B.Ed./Special Education degree.
  • Basic knowledge of computer applications.
  • Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi language.

📑 Exam Pattern

  • Mode: Written Examination (MCQ based).
  • Total Questions: 150 (Section-1: 50 questions, Section-2: 100 questions).
  • Duration: 135 minutes.
  • Total Marks: 150.
  • Negative Marking: No negative marking.
  • Qualifying Marks: General category – 40% (60 marks); SC/ST category – 35% (52.5 marks).

💻 Application Process

  • Online application available from 11 August 2026 to 27 August 2026.
  • Apply through ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
  • Upload photo and signature in prescribed format.
  • Application fee: ₹350 (General), ₹250 (SC/ST).
  • Payment mode: Online via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI.

📍 Exam Centres

Examination centres will be allotted across Gujarat based on administrative convenience. Candidates must appear at the centre mentioned in their admit card.

⚠️ Important Instructions

  • Applications must be submitted online only; no offline forms will be accepted.
  • Ensure all documents and certificates are uploaded correctly.
  • Keep checking www.sebexam.org for updates.
  • Fraudulent practices or false information will lead to cancellation of candidature.

✅ Conclusion

The SEB Head Teacher Promotion Exam 2026 is a crucial opportunity for eligible primary teachers to advance to the post of Head Teacher (Class-III). Interested candidates must apply online before 27 August 2026 and prepare according to the prescribed exam pattern.

— State Examination Board (SEB), Gandhinagar