Bihar STET 2026 Online Form – BSEB STET 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the official notification for the Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test (BSTET/STET 2026) Examination 2026 under Advertisement No. P.R.183/2026. This is a qualifying examination for candidates seeking eligibility for teaching posts at the Secondary (Class 9–10) and Senior Secondary (Class 11–12) levels in Bihar, covering a wide range of subjects from Hindi, English, and Mathematics to Computer Science, Commerce, Agriculture, and Physical/Fine Arts education. Eligible candidates holding the prescribed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree along with a B.Ed. qualification can apply online from 17 August 2026, with the last date for registration and fee payment set for 31 August 2026. Since the qualification requirements differ significantly by paper and subject code, candidates are strongly advised to carefully check the subject-wise eligibility criteria, keep all required certificates ready in scanned self-attested format, and complete their application well before the closing date.
Bihar STET 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Exam Name | Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test (BSTET/STET-2026) |
| Advt. No. | P.R.183/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | stetregistration.cbrt.co.in |
Bihar STET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 17 August 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Answer Key Objection | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Bihar STET 2026 Application Fee
| Paper | Category | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I or II | General/EWS/BC/EBC/Other State | ₹960/- |
| Paper I or II | SC/ST/PWD | ₹760/- |
| Both Paper I & II | General/EWS/BC/EBC/Other State | ₹1,440/- |
| Both Paper I & II | SC/ST/PWD | ₹1,140/- |
Mode of Payment: Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking only.
Bihar STET 2026 Age Limit
(As on 01-08-2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Male) | 21–37 Years |
| General (Female)/BC, EBC (Male & Female) | 21–40 Years |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 21–42 Years |
Minimum Age: 21 Years. Read the official notification for detailed age relaxation.
Bihar STET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Paper-I (Secondary, Class 9–10): Bachelor’s Degree in the related subject with minimum 50% marks and B.Ed. Exam Passed.
- Paper-II (Senior Secondary, Class 11–12): Post Graduate (PG) Degree with Second Division in the related subject and B.Ed. Exam Passed. (For Computer Science subject candidates, B.Ed. Degree is not compulsory.)
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Important Notes:
- SC/ST/EBC/BC and Divyang candidates get relaxation of up to 5% in marks.
- Degrees must be from UGC/NCTE-recognized institutions.
- Age/Qualification for Other State candidates (all categories) is treated as General Category.
- Candidates must be Indian citizens.
Bihar STET 2026 Paper I (Secondary Level – Classes 9–10)
General Subjects (Code 101 to 112): 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).
Qualification: Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in the concerned subject with minimum 50% marks and B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution (OR 45% marks in Graduation/PG as per NCTE 2002/2007 norms with B.Ed.) OR 4-Year integrated B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed degree in the specified subject.
| Subject Code | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Physical Education (113) | B.P.Ed or Graduation with Physical Education as elective, minimum 50% marks (45% for national/inter-university sports participants) |
| Music Teacher (114) | Bachelor’s Degree in Music (B.Mus) or equivalent, minimum 50% marks |
| Fine Arts Teacher (115) | Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts (B.F.A) or equivalent, minimum 50% marks |
| Dance Teacher (116) | Bachelor’s Degree in Dance or equivalent, minimum 50% marks |
| Special Education Teacher | Graduation (min. 50%) + B.Ed. in Special Education (valid CRR No. registered with RCI) + 6 Months Teaching Training in Cross Disability |
Bihar STET 2026 Paper II (Higher Secondary Level – Classes 11–12)
General Subjects (Code 201–224 & 229): 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), Botany (229).
Qualification: Master’s Degree (PG) in the specified subject with minimum 50% marks + B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution (OR 45% marks in PG with B.Ed. as per NCTE 2002/2007 norms) OR BA.Ed/B.Sc.Ed OR minimum 55% in PG with 3-Year Integrated B.Ed-M.Ed.
| Subject Code | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Commerce (225) | M.Com with minimum 50% marks + B.Ed.; eligible branches include Entrepreneurship (EPS), Accountancy, and Business Studies (M.Com in Applied/Business Economics not eligible) |
| Computer Science (226) | DOEACC ‘A’ Level + Master’s Degree OR B.E/B.Tech (CS/IT) OR B.E/B.Tech (any stream) + PG Diploma in Computer OR M.Sc (CS)/MCA OR B.Sc (CS)/BCA + PG Degree in any subject OR DOEACC ‘B’/’C’ Level + Graduation/PG. B.Ed. not compulsory. |
| Agriculture (227) | Graduation in Agriculture/Horticulture (min. 50%) + Master’s Degree in Agronomy/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Entomology/Plant Pathology/Seed Science & Technology/Soil Science/Horticulture |
| Music Teacher (228) | Master’s Degree (M.Mus) in Music Education or equivalent, minimum 50% marks |
Subject Group Details (PG Level Eligibility):
- Physics: Physics/Electronics/Applied Physics/Nuclear Physics
- Chemistry: Chemistry/Biochemistry
- Economics: Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics
- Commerce: Master’s Degree in Commerce (Applied/Business Economics excluded)
- Botany/Zoology: Botany/Zoology/Life Science/Bio Science/Genetics/Micro Biology/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Plant Physiology
- Mathematics: Mathematics/Applied Mathematics
Bihar STET 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Type | CBT (Computer Based Test) Mode |
| Question Type | All Multiple Choice |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Marks per Question | 1 Mark |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 150 Minutes |
Bihar STET 2026 Documents to Upload
Candidates must upload self-attested copies of the following certificates to prove their eligibility:
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate and Marksheet (also required for date of birth)
- Intermediate (12th) Certificate and Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate and Marksheet
- Post-Graduation Certificate and Marksheet
- B.Ed. Certificate and Marksheet
- Any other academic qualification certificate, if applicable
- Residential Certificate issued by a competent authority
- Caste Certificate issued by a competent authority, for SC/ST candidates
- Creamy-Layer-Free Certificate issued by a competent authority, for EBC/BC candidates
- Valid Divyang (Disability) Certificate issued by a competent authority, if claiming disability relaxation
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate, for age relaxation on that basis
Bihar STET 2026 Help Desk
- Email: bseb.support@cbrt.co.in
- Helpline Number: +91 8047282787
How to Apply for Bihar STET 2026
- Visit the official website stetregistration.cbrt.co.in.
- Click on the “New Registration/Apply Online” link for Bihar STET 2026.
- Enter your basic details (Name, Mobile Number, Email ID) and complete the registration process.
- Log in using the Registration Number/User ID and Password received on your registered mobile/email.
- Fill the complete application form carefully with personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and other necessary documents as per the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page. Take a printout for future reference.
Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute issues.
Bihar STET 2026 Important Links
Eligible candidates should apply well before the last date of 31 August 2026 to avoid last-minute rush. Keep your Matriculation, Intermediate, Graduation, Post-Graduation, and B.Ed. certificates ready in scanned self-attested format, and regularly check the official website for admit card and exam date updates.
FAQs
Q1. When does the Bihar STET 2026 form start?
The online application process starts on 17 August 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Bihar STET 2026?
The last date for registration and fee payment is 31 August 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for Bihar STET 2026?
For a single paper, General/EWS/BC/EBC candidates pay ₹960/- and SC/ST/PWD candidates pay ₹760/-. For both papers, the fee is ₹1,440/- for General/EWS/BC/EBC and ₹1,140/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
Q4. What is the age limit for Bihar STET 2026?
The age limit as on 01-08-2026 is 21–37 years for General Male candidates, up to 40 years for General Female/BC/EBC candidates, and up to 42 years for SC/ST candidates.
Q5. What is the eligibility criterion for Bihar STET 2026?
Paper-I requires a Bachelor’s Degree in the related subject with minimum 50% marks plus B.Ed., while Paper-II requires a Postgraduate Degree with Second Division in the related subject plus B.Ed. (B.Ed. is not compulsory for Computer Science candidates).
Q6. What is the exam pattern for Bihar STET 2026?
The exam is a CBT with 150 multiple-choice questions worth 150 marks, to be completed in 150 minutes, with no negative marking.
