The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has officially opened the online application process for the Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026. Eligible candidates can fill out the online registration form from 17 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
The Bihar STET 2026 serves as the official eligibility test for teaching positions at the Secondary level (Classes 9–10) and Higher Secondary level (Classes 11–12) in government and government-aided schools across Bihar under Advertisement Number P.R. 183/2026.
Bihar STET 2026 application process, eligibility, fee and important dates.
Bihar STET 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 |
| Short Name | Bihar STET 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Exam Type | Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Advertisement Number | P.R. 183/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
| Result | To be notified |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 150 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Official Website | secondary.biharboardonline.com |
Bihar STET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 17 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Date | To be notified |
| Result Date | To be notified |
Candidates should complete the application and fee payment within the stated dates. The exam, admit card and result dates are to be checked on the official website when announced.
Bihar STET 2026 Eligibility
Bihar STET 2026 is divided into two distinct papers based on the level of teaching:
Paper I: Secondary (Classes 9–10)
Paper I is designated for teaching at the Secondary level (Classes 9–10).
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the specified subject or subject group with the required percentage of marks.
- B.Ed. or another prescribed teacher-training qualification from a recognized institution, wherever applicable.
Paper II: Higher Secondary (Classes 11–12)
Paper II is designated for teaching at the Higher Secondary level (Classes 11–12).
- Candidates must possess a Postgraduate degree in the specified subject or subject group with the prescribed percentage of marks.
- B.Ed. or another qualification prescribed by the notification, wherever applicable.
Note: Subject-wise qualifications differ based on the selected discipline. Candidates should carefully check the official BSEB notification before final submission.
Bihar STET 2026 Age Limit
The age limit for Bihar STET 2026 is calculated as on 1 August 2026:
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved Male | 37 years |
| Unreserved Female | 40 years |
| BC / EBC Male & Female | 40 years |
| SC / ST Male & Female | 42 years |
- Minimum Age: 21 years (as on 01/08/2026).
- Divyang Candidates: Relaxation up to 10 years as per applicable rules.
- Ex-servicemen: Additional relaxation based on qualifying service, subject to applicable maximum-age rules.
Bihar STET 2026 Application Fee
The application fee varies depending on the candidate’s category and whether they apply for a single paper or both papers:
| Category | One Paper | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC / EBC | ₹960 | ₹1,440 |
| SC / ST / Divyang | ₹760 | ₹1,140 |
Accepted Payment Modes
Candidates can pay the application fee online through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card
- Mobile Wallet
Bihar STET 2026 Paper Details & Subject Codes
Paper I: Secondary, Classes 9–10
| Subject | Code |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 101 |
| Urdu | 102 |
| Bangla | 103 |
| Maithili | 104 |
| Sanskrit | 105 |
| Arabic | 106 |
| Persian | 107 |
| Bhojpuri | 108 |
| English | 109 |
| Mathematics | 110 |
| Science | 111 |
| Social Science | 112 |
| Physical Education | 113 |
| Music | 114 |
| Fine Arts | 115 |
| Home Science | 116 |
Paper II: Higher Secondary, Classes 11–12
| Subject | Code |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 201 |
| Urdu | 202 |
| English | 203 |
| Sanskrit | 204 |
| Bangla | 205 |
| Maithili | 206 |
| Magahi | 207 |
| Arabic | 208 |
| Persian | 209 |
| Bhojpuri | 210 |
| Pali | 211 |
| Prakrit | 212 |
| Mathematics | 213 |
| Physics | 214 |
| Chemistry | 215 |
| Zoology | 216 |
| History | 217 |
| Geography | 218 |
| Political Science | 219 |
| Sociology | 220 |
| Economics | 221 |
| Philosophy | 222 |
| Psychology | 223 |
| Home Science | 224 |
| Commerce | 225 |
| Computer Science | 226 |
| Agriculture | 227 |
| Music | 228 |
| Botany | 229 |
Bihar STET 2026 Exam Pattern
The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 150 minutes |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Normalization | Applicable where CBT is conducted in multiple sittings/dates |
Bihar STET 2026 Qualifying Marks
To qualify in the Bihar STET 2026, candidates must secure the minimum prescribed percentage according to their category:
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| BC | 45.5% |
| EBC | 42.5% |
| SC / ST | 40% |
| Divyang | 40% |
| Female | 40% |
Bihar STET 2026 Selection Process & Certificate Validity
Selection Process
The selection process comprises a Computer Based Test (CBT). Bihar STET is a qualifying eligibility examination and does not carry a specific recruitment vacancy count.
Certificate Validity
Candidates who qualify in the Bihar STET 2026 examination will be awarded a STET Qualification Certificate which carries Lifetime Validity.
Bihar STET 2026 Application Process
Candidates can register online through the official registration portal by following these steps:
- Visit the official Bihar STET Registration Portal.
- Complete the initial candidate registration.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature as per prescribed specifications.
- Pay the applicable examination fee using the online payment gateway.
- Carefully review all details entered in the application form before final submission.
- Submit the online application form.
- Save or download the final application form and payment confirmation receipt for future reference.
What Candidates Should Check Before Submitting the Form
Before final submission, candidates should carefully verify:
- Personal details (Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name)
- Date of birth and age calculation (as of 1 August 2026)
- Category information and applicable fee status
- Selected paper (Paper I, Paper II, or Both)
- Selected subject and subject code
- Educational and teacher-training qualifications
- Uploaded photograph and signature clarity
- Fee payment status confirmation
- Final application form preview
Important Instructions
- Read the official notification thoroughly before filling out the form.
- Verify your subject-wise eligibility requirements for Paper I and/or Paper II.
- Ensure all personal and educational information matches your official certificates.
- Incorrect or incomplete application forms may be rejected.
- Keep a printed copy of the final submitted application form and fee payment receipt.
- Rely exclusively on the official registration portal for all application activities.
- Regularly check the official BSEB website for announcements regarding exam dates, admit cards, and results.
Bihar STET 2026 Exam Date, Admit Card & Result Updates
- Vacancy: Bihar STET 2026 is an eligibility test, so a specific recruitment vacancy count is not applicable.
- Exam Date: Not yet announced. Will be updated upon official notice from BSEB.
- Admit Card: Release date will be notified prior to the CBT exam.
- Result: Result date and scorecards will be published on the official portal post-examination.
Official Sources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Bihar STET Registration Portal | stetregistration.cbrt.co.in |
| BSEB Official Website | secondary.biharboardonline.com |
Source Authority: Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) | Advertisement Number: P.R. 183/2026
Conclusion & Related Links
The Bihar STET Online Form 2026 application window is open from 17 August 2026 to 31 August 2026. Candidates are advised to confirm their paper, subject-wise eligibility, and category details before completing their online application and fee payment.
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