Bihar STET 2023: Notification, Exam Date, Application Form, Syllabus & News

Bihar Secondary Teachers Eligibility Test 2023 ( Bihar STET )

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Dewesh Nandan Prasad

Dewesh Nandan PrasadAssociate Senior Executive

Updated on Feb 24, 2023 15:03 IST

Bihar STET 2023 exam dates for application were announced by the BSEB on January 3, 2023, for Paper 2- Accountancy, Entrepreneurship, and Business Studies. The candidates were allowed to fill out the application for the STET exam from January 3 to 23, 2023. The Bihar STET notification 2023 contains important information related to the exam events such as the application process, eligibility criteria, exam dates, syllabus, exam pattern, and other details. 

What is Bihar STET (BSTET)?

Bihar Secondary Teachers Eligibility Test (STET) is conducted by Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) to determine the eligibility of candidates as Secondary level teachers (Class 9- 10) and Higher Secondary level teachers (Class 11- 12). Bihar STET exam comprises two papers, Paper 1 (Secondary) and Paper 2 (Higher Secondary). Candidates need to pass the written exam to become eligible for teaching posts in different schools under Bihar Government. Apart from that, the exam is also conducted to determine the eligibility of Physical Education Teachers. 

Bihar STET 2023 Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Bihar STET 2023 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates

3 Jan '23 -

17 Jan '23

Online application for Commerce Paper 2

Bihar STET Exam Highlights 2023

The table below contains the exam highlights of the Bihar STET 2023.

Exam Particulars

Exam Details

Exam Name

Bihar Secondary Teachers Eligibility Test (STET)

Conducting Body

Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB)

Exam Level

State-level

Exam Frequency

Once a year or as per the decision of BSEB

Exam Mode

Offline

Exam Duration

  • Paper 1 - 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Paper 2 - 2 hours 30 minutes

No. of Paper & Total Marks

  • Paper 1: 150 marks
  • Paper 2: 150 marks

Total Questions

150 MCQs in each paper

Marking Scheme

  • +1 for each correct answer
  • No negative marking

Exam Purpose

To determine the eligibility of teachers for Secondary and Higher Secondary level in the schools of Bihar

Exam Helpdesk No.

011 41733223 

Exam Website

bsebstet2019.in

Also Read: TET 2022: Notification, Exam Date, Syllabus, Eligibility & Results

Bihar STET Application Form 2023

Bihar STET application form 2023 was eleased online. Candidates need to follow the steps given below to fill the application form:

  • Visit the official website of Bihar STET.
  • Click on the tab 'Register new candidate'.
  • Enter the required details.
  • Login to the registered user section and fill out the application form.
  • Upload a scanned copy of the photograph and signature.
  • Proceed to pay the Bihar STET application fee.
  • Submit and save the confirmation page

Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria 2023

A candidate will be considered eligible for Bihar STET if he or she meets the following parameters:

Nationality: The candidate must be an Indian citizen and a resident of Bihar.

Age Limit: The age of applicants must be between 21 and 40 years. However, there is a relaxation in the Bihar STET age limit for the reserved categories as mentioned below.

Categories

Bihar STET Age Limit

General (male)

37

General (female)

40

OBC (male/female)

40

SC (male/female)

42

ST (male/female)

42

Bihar STET Paper 1 Education Qualification

Have a look at the educational qualification required for candidates applying for Bihar STET Paper 1 below.

Bihar STET Paper 1 Subjects

Subject Codes

Educational Qualification 

Hindi

101

Bachelor’s degree in Hindi and B.Ed

Urdu

102

Bachelor’s degree in Urdu and B.Ed

Sanskrit

103

Bachelor’s degree in Sanskrit and B.Ed

English

104

Bachelor’s degree in English and B.Ed

Mathematics

105

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry and B.Ed

Or, BTech with Mathematics and B.Ed

Science

106

Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Zoology or Chemistry and B.Ed

Or, BTech with Science and B.Ed

Social science

107

Gradation with any two of the following subjects-History, Geography, Economics or Political Science (studying History or Geography is compulsory) and B.Ed

Bihar STET Paper 2 Education Qualification

Have a look at the educational qualification required for candidates applying for Bihar STET Paper 2 below.

Bihar STET Paper 2 Subjects

Subject Codes

Educational Qualification 

English

201

Bachelor’s degree in English and B.Ed

Mathematics

202

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and B.Ed

Physics

203

Bachelor’s degree in Physics and B.Ed

Chemistry 

204

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry  and B.Ed

Zoology 

205

Bachelor’s degree in Zoology  and B.Ed

Botany 

206

Bachelor’s degree in Botany, and B.Ed

Computer Science

207

A' level from DOEACC and Post Graduate Degree in any subject. Or,

BE or B.Tech (Computer Science/IT) or an equivalent Degree or Diploma from an Institution/University

Or,

BE or B. Tech (Any Stream) and Post Graduate Diploma in Computers from any recongized University

Or,

M.Sc. (Computer Science) / MCA or Equivalent from a recognized University

Or,

B.Sc. (Computer Science) / BCA or Equivalent and Post Graduate Degree in any subject from a recognized University

Or,

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer and Post Graduate Degree in any subject from a recognized University

Or,

'B' Level from DOEACC and Postgraduate degree in any subject. OR 'C' Level from 'DOEACC' Ministry of Information and Communication Technology and Graduation

Or,

MCA three years course (6 semesters)

Business Studies 

209

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce 

Accountancy

210

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce 

Entrepreneurship

211

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce 

Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria for Physical Education Teacher and Physical Trainer

  • Candidates from any Indian state can apply
  • Candidates must be a Class 10 pass 
  • Candidates must hold a certificate/ diploma/ degree in physical education
  • The age limit will remain the same as mentioned above in Paper 1 and Paper 2

Also Read: Bihar STET Prep Tips 2023

Bihar STET Selection Process 2023

Bihar STET application: BSEB invites online applications for Secondary and Higher Secondary teachers.  Candidates need to apply online by visiting the official website of BSEB.

Bihar STET admit card: BSEB releases Bihar STET admit card one week before the written examination. Candidates need to download the admit card or hall tickets from the link given on the official website.

Bihar STET examination: BSEB conducts the written exam for both the levels, Secondary and Higher Secondary. The exam is conducted as per the Bihar STET syllabus and exam pattern prescribed by the BSEB.

Bihar STET answer key: BESB releases the Bihar STET answer key after the conduct of the written exam. Candidates can send their objections if they find a discrepancy in the official answer key. The final answer key is released after the board analyses the objections received from candidates.

Bihar STET result: BSEB releases the Bihar STET result after the completion of the assessment process.

Bihar STET Syllabus 2023

BSEB prescribes the Bihar STET syllabus 2022 separately for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The syllabus includes important topics from which questions are asked in the exam. The Bihar STET Paper 1 is conducted for the following subjects:

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Urdu
  • Sanskrit
  • Maths
  • Science
  • Social science

On the other hand, the Bihar STET Paper 2 is conducted for the following subjects:

  • English
  • Maths
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Botany
  • Zoology
  • Computer Science

Bihar STET Exam Pattern 2023

The Bihar STET exam pattern 2023 differs for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The Bihar STET Paper 1 is conducted for the Secondary level and Paper 2 is conducted for the Higher Secondary level. Each paper comprises a total of 150 MCQs of one mark each. There is no negative marking in the exam. Candidates are allotted two hours and thirty minutes to attempt each paper.

Bihar STET Qualifying Marks 2023

Candidates need to secure minimum qualifying marks to clear the tests. A candidate from the general category needs to secure 50 per cent marks to qualify the exam and candidates from other categories must secure 45 per cent marks to qualify. The Bihar STET exam for Physical Education and Physical Trainer is conducted separately. The qualifying percentage remains the same as that of Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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Bihar STET 2022 Exam FAQs

Q: Is the notification for Bihar STET released?

A: Yes, the notification for Bihar STET has been released on January 3, 2023.  The candidates can apply for the Bihar STET exam from January 3 to 17, 2023. The exam will be conducted only for the subject commerce for paper 2. The candidates from Commerce background can apply for the Bihar STET Paper 2 exam.

Q: What is Bihar STET?

A: The Bihar STET is an eligibility exam that is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates as Secondary level teachers, Higher Secondary level teachers and Physical Education Teachers. 

Q: Who conducts the Bihar STET exam? 

A: Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) conducts the Bihar STET exam. 

Q: What is the purpose of Bihar STET exam?

A: The purpose of the Bihar STET exam is to determine the eligibility of candidates as teachers for secondary and higher secondary levels under Bihar government schools. 

Q: What is the difference between BTET and BSTET?

A: BSEB conducts BSTET to determine the eligibility of teachers for secondary and higher secondary levels while, BTET is conducted to determine the eligibility of teachers for primary and upper primary levels.

Q: What is the educational qualification for Bihar STET Paper 1?

A: A Bachelor’s degree in the respective subjects along with B.Ed is the essential educational qualification for Bihar STET Paper 1. 

Q: How many subject options are there in Bihar STET Paper 1?

A: There are seven subject options in Bihar STET Paper 1.

Q: What is the educational qualification for Bihar STET Paper 2?

A: A Bachelor’s degree in the respective subjects along with B.Ed is the essential educational qualification for Bihar STET Paper 2.

Q: How many subject options are there in Bihar STET Paper 2?

A: There are seven subject options in Bihar STET Paper 2.

Q: Is Bihar STET conducted in online mode?

A: Bihar STET is conducted offline in pen and paper mode.

Q: Is there any negative marking in the Bihar STET exam?

A: No, there is no negative marking in the Bihar STET exam.

Q: What is the qualifying percentage in Bihar STET?

A: A candidate from the general category needs to secure 50% marks to qualify the exam and candidates from other categories must secure 45% marks to qualify.

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