Ranchi, Jharkhand: The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi has officially started the JAC 9th Special Examination 2026 application process for students who were either absent or unsuccessful in the Annual Class 9 Examination 2026. The special examination has been introduced to provide eligible students with another opportunity to continue their academic studies without losing an academic year.
According to the official notification, the application process will be completed online through the designated JAC examination portal. School authorities have been instructed to complete the registration and verification process within the prescribed schedule.
JAC 9th Special Exam 2026 Overview
| Board Name | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi |
| Examination Name | JAC 9th Special Examination 2026 |
| Class | 9th |
| Academic Session | 2025–27 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | jac.jharkhand.gov.in |
The special examination is intended for students who could not qualify or were unable to appear in the regular annual examination.
Important Dates
Candidates and schools must complete all formalities within the timeline announced by the council.
| Online Application Start Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Last Date Without Late Fee | 10 June 2026 |
| Application With Late Fee | 11 June 2026 to 16 June 2026 |
| Challan Generation Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 12 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment With Late Fee | 18 June 2026 |
Schools are advised to submit applications before the deadline to avoid late fees.
Eligibility Criteria
The following categories of students are eligible to appear in the JAC 9th Special Examination 2026:
- Students who remained absent in the Annual Examination 2026
- Students who failed in the Annual Examination 2026
- Candidates whose registration validity period has expired
- Students registered in the 2021 session (2021–23) or earlier
- Fresh registration candidates permitted under council guidelines
Only eligible students will be allowed to participate in the special examination.
Examination Pattern
The special examination will be conducted according to the guidelines issued by JAC.
| Examination Mode | OMR-Based |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Application Submission | Through School Login |
| Self-Application by Students | Not Allowed |
| Application Portal | JAC Exam Form Portal |
School principals will be responsible for verifying and approving student information before final submission.
Important Age-Related Notice
JAC has clarified that registrations of candidates born after 01 March 2013 will be cancelled. School authorities must ensure that all student details are entered correctly, as responsibility for incorrect information will rest with the concerned institution.
Documents Required
Students should ensure the following documents are available before the application process begins:
| Required Documents |
|---|
| Aadhaar Card |
| Passport Size Photograph |
| School Certificate |
| Date of Birth Certificate |
| Previous Examination Details |
All documents must be verified before submission.
How to Apply for JAC 9th Special Exam 2026
The application process can be completed through the following steps:
- Visit the official JAC examination portal.
- Open the School Login section.
- Enter the required login credentials.
- Fill in student details carefully.
- Upload necessary documents.
- Complete fee payment.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the acknowledgement for future reference.
Students should contact their respective schools for application-related assistance.
Important Instructions
Applicants and school authorities must keep the following points in mind:
- Students cannot submit applications individually.
- Applications will be accepted only through authorised school login credentials.
- Incorrect details may lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Schools must verify all student information before submission.
- Applications received after the deadline may not be considered.
Important Links
| Online Application Portal | Click Here |
| Student Information Sheet | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| JAC 8th Special Examination | Click Here |
| JAC 9th Special Examination | Click Here |
| JAC 11th Special Examination | Click Here |
| Result Portal | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Conclusion
The JAC 9th Special Exam 2026 provides an important opportunity for students who were absent or failed in the annual examination. Eligible candidates should coordinate with their schools and complete the application process within the prescribed timeline. Schools are advised to carefully verify student details and follow all instructions issued by the Jharkhand Academic Council.
