Ranchi, Jharkhand: District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Ratu, Ranchi has officially invited applications for D.El.Ed Admission Session 2026–28. Eligible candidates can apply through Speed Post or Registered Post before the last date, 18 April 2026 (5:00 PM).
The admission process will be conducted purely on a merit basis, and no entrance examination has been announced.
Jharkhand D.El.Ed Admission 2026–28
Jharkhand D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education) programme is designed for candidates aspiring to become primary school teachers. DIET Ratu offers 50 seats across multiple subject streams.
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 April 2026 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Merit List Publication | To be announced (via newspapers) or via College Noticeboard |
| Selection Process | Merit-based (No Entrance Exam) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility conditions to apply:
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent with minimum 50% marks |
| Relaxation | 45% marks for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years as on 1 July 2025 |
| Domicile | Must possess Jharkhand Residential Certificate |
Application Process
Candidates must follow the offline application procedure carefully:
- Application Form: Download or fill the prescribed format.
- Attach Documents: Include self-attested copies of all required certificates.
- Demand Draft: Prepare a Bank Draft (DD) for the application fee.
- Submission: Send the completed application via Speed Post or Registered Post to the address below.
Submission Address
Regional Joint Director of Education
South Chhotanagpur Division
Kalibari Street, Kutchery, Ranchi – 834001, Jharkhand
Important: Write “D.El.Ed Admission Session 2026–28” and your category clearly on the envelope.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | ₹30 |
| Payment Mode | DD |
| Payable At | Regional Joint Director of Education South Chhotanagpur Division Kalibari Street, Kutchery, Ranchi – 834001, Jharkhand |
Admission Fee (At the Time of Enrollment)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class | ₹3000 |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | ₹1000 |
Education Fee (After Admission in College)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | ₹200 per month |
| Sports Fee | ₹100 per month |
| Common Room Fee | ₹100 per month |
| Electricity & Other Charges | ₹100 per month |
| College Development Fee | ₹1000 (one-time for entire course duration) |
Examination Fee (After Training Completion)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class | ₹1500 |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | ₹500 |
Required Documents
Applicants must attach the following documents:
- Class 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Jharkhand Residential Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PH/Divyang Certificate (if applicable)
- Original Bank Draft (DD)
Merit List Calculation (Weightage System)
Admission will be based on academic performance using the following marking system:
| S. No. | Percentage (General / Reserved Category) | Estimated merit score by examination and score percentage | ||||
| Matric | Higher Secondary (+2) | Graduation (Pass Course) | Trained (Training) | Postgraduate | ||
| 1 | 50% (General) / 45% (Reserved) and below 60% | 5 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 5 |
| 2 | 60% to 65% | 6 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 6 |
| 3 | Above 65% up to 70% | 7 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 7 |
| 4 | Above 70% up to 75% | 8 | 8 | 8 | 13 | 8 |
| 5 | Above 75% up to 80% | 9 | 9 | 9 | 14 | 9 |
| 6 | Above 80% | 10 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 10 |
Additional Weightage
Candidates with NCC (C Certificate) or national-level sports participation may receive preference as per rules.
| S. No. | Qualification | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | NCC (B Certificate) | 2 |
| II | NCC (C Certificate) | 3 |
| III | Sports (State-level representation with valid certificate) | 3 |
| IV | Sports (National-level representation with valid certificate) | 5 |
Seat Distribution (Stream-wise)
The total 50 seats are distributed across different streams:
| Stream | Seat Percentage |
|---|---|
| Language (Hindi/Sanskrit/English/Urdu, etc.) | 30% |
| Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths) | 30% |
| Social Science (History, Civics, Geography, etc.) | 30% |
| Regional Languages | 10% |
Reservation Policy
Admissions will follow the Jharkhand Government reservation norms:
- SC/ST/OBC: As per state rules (vertical reservation)
- EWS: 10% reservation (Income & Asset Certificate required)
- Divyang (PH): 5% horizontal reservation
Merit List Process
The admission process involves multiple stages:
- Provisional Merit List: Displayed on DIET Ratu notice board and published in newspapers
- Objection Window: Candidates can raise objections within one week
- Final Merit List: Prepared after resolving objections and used for final admission
Syllabus and Selection Criteria
Since the admission is merit-based, there is no entrance exam syllabus. However, seat allocation depends on subject streams such as:
- Languages (Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu, etc.)
- Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics)
- Social Science (History, Civics, Geography)
Important Note
Applicants must ensure that their application reaches the designated office before 18 April 2026 (5:00 PM). Any delay due to postal issues will not be entertained.
Important Links
| Official PRD Jharkhand Website | www.prdjharkhand.in |
| Join WhatsApp Channel for latest updates | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Here |
| DIET Ratu, Ranchi Official Portal | Visit Website |
| Application Form Format | Refer to Newspaper Advt/Official PDF |
| Check Merit List (Provisional/Final) | Notice Board of Regional Joint Director |
