htat gujarat
HTAT stands for Head Teacher Aptitude Test in Gujarat. It is a competitive exam conducted by the State Examination Board (SEB), Gandhinagar, for recruiting head teachers (mukhya shikshak) in government primary schools (Std 1-8).[1][2]
Purpose
The test qualifies experienced primary teachers for leadership roles like head teachers in Class-3 cadre. It aligns with Gujarat’s education policies, including NEP 2020 updates for better school management.[3]
Eligibility
Candidates need a TET pass, at least 5 years of teaching experience as vidyasahayak or primary teacher, and no disciplinary issues. Language proficiency in Gujarati/Hindi and basic computer skills are required.[3][4]
Exam Details
- Format: 150 MCQs (75 general knowledge + 75 subject-specific), 2 hours, no negative marking.
- Passing marks: 60% (90/150) for general; 55% (82/150) for reserved categories.
- Certificate validity: 7 years (updated in 2025).[2][3]
Recent Updates
A special HTAT for persons with disabilities occurred on September 21, 2025. For 2025-26, notifications were expected around August 2025, with exams in October; check official sites for 2026 schedules.[1][3]
Application Process
Apply online via ojas.gujarat.gov.in or seb.gujarat.gov.in with documents like photo, signature, and TET certificate. Fees: ₹250 (reserved), ₹350 (general).[2]
Official sources: seb.gujarat.gov.in, education.gujarat.gov.in.[8]
Citations:
[1] Gujarat Special TET 2025 and HTAT Exam Dates Announced https://www.telegraphindia.com/edugraph/news/gujarat-state-examination-board-announces-special-tet-and-htat-exam-schedule/cid/2123506
[2] HTAT Exam – Head Teachers Aptitude Test Gujarat – RIJADEJA.com https://www.rijadeja.com/other-exams/head-teacher-htat-exam/
[3] HTAT New Rules Gujarat 2025 – educationparipatr.com https://educationparipatr.com/htat-new-rules-gujarat-2025/
[4] Head Teacher Aptitude Test (HTAT) 2025 – Gujarat Educare https://www.gujarateducare.in/2025/05/head-teacher-aptitude-test-htat-2025.html
[5] [PDF] The Gujarat Gobernment Gaette – State Examination Board https://sebexam.org/AdvertiseFiles/2025/HTAT%20(PH)%20Notification-%202025.pdf
[6] Head Teachers Aptitude Test – (HTAT) – 201718 https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in/AdvtDetails.aspx?sid=BawiY%2FeTJhQ%3D&yr=bJSkplZlA+A%3D&ano=a2GSpnDbruI%3D
[7] HTAT ભરતી 2025| TET I – II અને HTAT | પરીક્ષા ક્યારે આવશે?ગ્રાન્ટેડ … https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9L-pZrbn4F8
[8] Government of Gujarat – State Examination Board https://seb.gujarat.gov.in/Home/seb/AboutUs
[9] TET/TAT/HTAT – MaruGujarat.in Official Website https://www.marugujarat.in/tat/
[10] HTAT Exam 2026: હેડ ટીચર બનવા માટેની સંપૂર્ણ A to Z માહિતી! | HTAT Exam Full Details શિક્ષકો માટે https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCxGngRTgCg