Bokaro to deploy elaborate security for JTET; 46,181 candidates to appear

Bokaro: A total of 46,181 candidates are set to appear across 72 centres in Bokaro district for the Jharkhand Teachers Eligibility Test (JTET) scheduled to take place in the state on Nov 1, officials said on Thursday during a joint briefing by deputy commissioner Ajay Nath Jha and SP Nathu Singh Meena with the centre superintendents, magistrates and police officers for ensuring a free and fair examination.Jha said, “Maintaining the integrity and transparency of the examination is the key priority and anyone showing laxity will be taken to task. Everyone must be vigilant to curb any attempts to leak question papers and fraudsters seeking to cheat candidates by circulating fake papers.”Meena said, “Cyber cell and social media monitoring team would keep a close watch on misleading information. A proper plan has been readied to ensure proper screening of candidates, bar unauthorised entry, and secure transportation of question papers under police escort. Vehicles carrying question papers will be monitored through GPS.”The examination will be conducted in two shifts. The first shift, from 9.30 am to noon, will cater to 31,326 candidates appearing for Classes VI to VIII, while 14,855 candidates seeking eligibility for Classes I to V will take the test from 2 pm to 4.30 pm.The administration has imposed strict restrictions on electronic devices and other prohibited items at examination centres for the JTET-2026. Candidates must undergo mandatory screening, while invigilators must deposit their mobile phones before entering examination rooms. Only centre superintendents and static magistrates can use mobile phones under prescribed guidelines to ensure malpractice-free examinations.Stay updated with the latest Ranchi news. Download the TOI App.