What is the eligibility criteria for Bihar STET?

The Bihar STET eligibility criteria is different for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Have a look at the Bihar STET eligibility 2026 below in terms of educational qualification below: 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 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 recognised University Or, B.Sc. (Computer Science) / BCA or Equivalent and Post Graduate Degree in any subject from a recognised University Or, Post Graduate Diploma in Computer and Post Graduate Degree in any subject from a recognised 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

How to Apply for Bihar STET 2026 Exam?

The Bihar School Education Board will release the Bihar STET notification on its official website - secondary.biharboardonline.com. The Bihar STET 2026 applications will start along with the notification. Candidates can apply online in the following manner. Visit the official website of Bihar STET - secondary.biharboardonline.com 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.

What is the age limit to appear for Bihar STET exam?

The Bihar STET age limit is 21 to 42 years(for some categories). However, there is a relaxation in the Bihar STET age limit for the reserved category candidates. Have a look at the Bihar STET age limit relaxation below. Categories Bihar STET Age Limit General (male) 37 General (female) 40 OBC (male/female) 40 SC (male/female) 42 ST (male/female) 42

What is the validity of Bihar STET?

The validity of Bihar STET is lifetime. Candidates who qualify the Bihar STET exam will be provided with the eligibility certificate so that they can apply for the teacher recruitment in Bihar schools for Classes 9-10 or Classes 11-12 or both. However, candidates need to fulfill the age limit and eligibility criteria prescribed by the respective teacher recruitment agency to apply for the job.

What is the age limit to appear for Bihar STET exam?

The Bihar STET age limit is 21 to 42 years(for some categories). However, there is a relaxation in the Bihar STET age limit for the reserved category candidates. Have a look at the Bihar STET age limit relaxation below. Categories Bihar STET Age Limit General (male) 37 General (female) 40 OBC (male/female) 40 SC (male/female) 42 ST (male/female) 42

Is there negative marking in Bihar STET?

No, there is no negative marking in Bihar STET exam. Candidates get zero marks for an incorrect answer. There are total 150 questions in Bihar STET Paper 1 and Paper 2 each. In the exam, one mark is given for each correct answer and 0 for the incorrect answer.

How many times is Bihar STET conducted in a year?

The Bihar STET exam is generally conducted once a year. However, the decision regarding the frequency of exam is taken by the exam conducting body, that is, Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). It is a state-level Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) exam that is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates as Secondary or Higher Secondary level teachers.

Is Bihar STET conducted online or offline?

Bihar STET exam is held online in computer-based test mode. In the exam, candidates need to mark their answers on the desktop. Candidates need to complete the exam in two hours and thirty minutes.

When will Bihar STET 2026 application start?

The Bihar STET 2026 application will start along with the release of the notification. The last date to apply will also be mentioned in it. The application form will be released on the official website. The Commission will conduct the BSEB BSTET exam and the dates will be released soon.

How many marks are there in Bihar STET exam?

The Bihar STET exam has total of 150 marks in Paper 1 and Paper 2. In the Bihar STET exam, 150 questions are asked in each paper. Each question is for 1 mark and there is no negative marking in the exam. Candidates are awarded +1 mark for each correct answer and 0 marks for an incorrect answer.

When was the Bihar STET 2025 exam conducted?

The Bihar government announced the Bihar STET 2025 exam on the microblogging site, Twitter. The Bihar School Education Board released the Bihar STET 2025 applications on September 19. The Bihar STET 2025 exam was conducted from October 14 to November 16 on multiple days in multiple shifts. The BSEB will declare the Bihar STET result 2025 soon.

Is there negative marking in Bihar STET?

No, there is no negative marking in Bihar STET exam. Candidates get zero marks for an incorrect answer. There are total 150 questions in Bihar STET Paper 1 and Paper 2 each. In the exam, one mark is given for each correct answer and 0 for the incorrect answer.

What is the validity of Bihar STET?

The validity of Bihar STET is lifetime. Candidates who qualify the Bihar STET exam will be provided with the eligibility certificate so that they can apply for the teacher recruitment in Bihar schools for Classes 9-10 or Classes 11-12 or both. However, candidates need to fulfill the age limit and eligibility criteria prescribed by the respective teacher recruitment agency to apply for the job.

What are the details given on the Bihar STET notification?

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) releases the Bihar STET notification as a PDF download file that has the details regarding the exam including the exam dates, application process, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, result declaration criteria, etc. Candidates who want to appear for the Bihar STET exam must go through the official notification PDF carefully before submitting their applications online.

What are the passing marks for Bihar STET?

Candidates need to obtain the minimum qualifying marks to clear the Bihar STET exam. Have a look at the STET passing or qualifying marks below: Category Qualifying Percentage Qualifying Marks General 50% 75 BC 45.5% 68.25 OBC 42.5% 63.75 SC/ ST/ PwD 40% 60 Women 40% 60

How many sections are there in Bihar STET Paper 2?

Bihar STET Paper 2 contains two sections - Subject related paper and teaching ability and other knowledge (GK, Reasoning). The candidates have to prepare for the Bihar STET paper 2 exam thoroughly to qualify for the exam with high scores. The candidates are advised to go through the sections and analyse it to find out the easy and difficult points in the sections. After sorting the sections weak and difficult areas, the candidates have to divide the section topics in the time table accordingly to prepare for the exam.

What is the syllabus of the Bihar STET Exam?

The Bihar STET exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The Bihar STET syllabus and subjects differs for both papers. Have a look at the Bihar STET syllabus for Paper 1 below Language- English/ Hindi/ Urdu/ Sanskrit Maths Science Social science Have a look at the Bihar STET syllabus for Paper 2 below English: The questions will be asked from the topics studied in Graduation and Higher Secondary levels. Basic understanding of the subject, grammar, vocabulary etc. will be part of the question paper. Maths/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Botany/ Zoology - The questions in this subject will be of graduation and higher secondary level. Computer science: Basic computer literacy, Operating system, Digital logic, Programming and data structure, Computer organisation and architecture, Compiler design, Computer networks, Algorithms, databases.

What is the exam pattern for Bihar STET?

The Bihar STET exam pattern is almost the same for Paper 1 and Paper 2 in terms of number of questions, marks and exam duration. Bihar STET Paper 1 is conducted for Classes 9 to 10 teachers and Paper 2 is for Classes 11 to 12 teachers. Have a look at the detailed Bihar STET exam pattern for Paper 1 and 2 below. Sections Total Questions Total Marks Duration Specific Subject 100 100 2 hours 30 minutes Pedagogy and Other Skills 50 50 2 hours 30 minutes Total 150 150 2 hours 30 minutes

Bihar STET Application Form 2026: Apply Online Steps & Eligibility Criteria

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Updated on Jan 12, 2026 10:13 IST

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Bihar STET Application Form 2026: The Bihar School Examination Board will release the Bihar STET 2026 application form on the official portal at bsebstet.org. It will be released along with the notification PDF. The Bihar STET notification consists of the details of the exam including the application process, dates, application correction window, eligibility, pattern, syllabus, etc. The application deadline will be mentioned in the notification or information brochure.
Candidates need to fill the application form online for the Bihar STET exam. The authority will not accept the form in any other mode. Once it is released, a direct link will also be updated here. Scroll down in detail about the Bihar STET application form.

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Bihar STET Registration 2026: How to Apply Online?
Bihar STET Dates 2026
Details to be filled in Bihar STET Application Form 2026
Bihar STET Application Correction 2026
Important Instruction Regarding Bihar STET Application 2026
Bihar STET Registration 2026 FAQs

Bihar STET Registration 2026: How to Apply Online?

Bihar STET Dates 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Bihar STET 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
14 Oct ' 25 - 16 Nov ' 25	Bihar STET Exam 2025
19 Sep ' 25 - 05 Oct ' 25	Bihar STET Registration 2025
19 Sep ' 25 - 05 Oct ' 25	Bihar STET Notification 2025
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