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Bihar STET 2026 Registration: The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced a major update for candidates preparing for teaching jobs in the state. The Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 application process will begin online from August 17, 2026.
The announcement was made following instructions from the Bihar Education Department. The examination is conducted for candidates seeking eligibility to teach at the secondary level, Classes 9 to 10, and higher secondary level, Classes 11 to 12 in Bihar.
According to the latest information available, Bihar STET 2026 will be conducted as a computer-based test (CBT) consisting of multiple-choice questions. The examination will have two papers, with Paper 1 meant for secondary-level teaching and Paper 2 for higher-secondary-level teaching.
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Bihar STET 2026: What’s New
The most important development for candidates is the opening of the online application window.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 |
| Conducting body | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application starts | August 17, 2026 |
| Exam mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Question type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Papers | Paper 1 and Paper 2 |
| Paper 1 | Classes 9-10 |
| Paper 2 | Classes 11-12 |
| Duration | 150 minutes |
| Total marks | 150 per paper |
| Negative marking | No |
The application start date of August 17 has been reported by both TOI and Careers360 following the announcement from the BSEB chairman.
Bihar STET 2026 Application Date
The Bihar STET 2026 online registration will start on August 17, 2026.
Candidates should visit the official STET portal once the registration window opens and complete the application within the prescribed period.
At present, the latest announcement confirms the starting date, but candidates should wait for the detailed BSEB notification for the last date to apply, correction window, examination dates, admit card schedule and other final instructions.
Candidates should not rely on old or unofficial schedules because several websites had earlier published expected dates before the latest announcement.
Where to Apply for Bihar STET 2026?
Candidates can apply through the official Bihar STET website:
The BSEB STET portal is expected to provide the registration and application links when the application window opens. The latest reports specifically identify bsebstet.org as the website for the registration process.
Bihar STET 2026: How to Apply Online
Candidates can follow these steps after the registration link becomes active:
Step 1: Visit the official website
Go to the Bihar STET official website and look for the registration link for STET 2026.
Step 2: Register as a new candidate
Click on the New Registration or corresponding registration option.
Enter the required basic information and submit the registration form.
Step 3: Receive login credentials
After successful registration, the candidate will receive a registration number or user ID and password on the registered mobile number and email address.
Step 4: Log in
Use the generated credentials to log in to the STET application portal.
Step 5: Complete the application form
Enter personal, educational and other required information carefully.
Candidates should make sure that their name, date of birth, educational qualifications and other details match their official documents.
Step 6: Pay the application fee
Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment method.
The exact fee applicable to the 2026 cycle should be confirmed from the official notification before payment. Previous Bihar STET cycles had different fees according to category and the number of papers, but candidates should not assume that the previous fee structure will automatically apply to 2026.
Step 7: Upload documents
Upload the photograph, signature, and other documents in the format and size prescribed by BSEB.
Step 8: Submit and save the form
After checking all details, submit the application form.
Candidates should download and save the confirmation page/application form for future reference. The registration procedure reported by TOI and Careers360 follows these steps.
Bihar STET 2026 Exam Pattern
The Bihar STET examination will contain two papers.
Candidates interested in teaching Classes 9 to 10 generally appear for Paper 1, while candidates seeking eligibility for Classes 11 to 12 appear for Paper 2.
Candidates who want eligibility for both levels need to check the official notification regarding the option to appear for both papers.
Each paper will carry 150 marks, and the examination duration will be 150 minutes, or 2 hours 30 minutes. The test will be conducted in computer-based mode.
Bihar STET 2026 Paper Structure
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Specified Subject Matter | 100 |
| Teaching Arts and Other Competencies | 50 |
| Total | 150 |
Each question carries one mark.
Most importantly, there will be no negative marking for incorrect answers, according to the latest information released about the 2026 examination.
Bihar STET 2026 Qualifying Marks
BSEB has specified different minimum qualifying percentages for different categories.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage | Equivalent Marks out of 150 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 50% | 75 |
| OBC | 45.50% | 68.25 |
| EBC | 42.50% | 63.75 |
| SC/ST | 40% | 60 |
| PwD | 40% | 60 |
| Women | 40% | 60 |
The qualifying percentages of 50% for General, 45.50% for OBC, 42.50% for EBC, and 40% for SC/ST, PwD and women have been reported in the latest Bihar STET 2026 announcement.
These are qualifying marks, not necessarily the final marks required to secure a particular teacher vacancy. STET is an eligibility examination, and recruitment to teaching posts can involve separate recruitment procedures, vacancies, merit criteria and other conditions.
Bihar STET 2026 Eligibility
The detailed 2026 notification should be checked before applying because eligibility can vary according to the subject and paper.
Based on the eligibility framework used for Bihar STET, candidates generally need the relevant educational qualification for the subject they wish to teach.
For Paper 1, candidates normally need a relevant bachelor’s-level qualification along with the prescribed teacher-training qualification, such as B.Ed., subject to the specific subject-wise rules.
For Paper 2, candidates generally require a relevant postgraduate qualification and the prescribed teacher-training qualification. There are separate rules for specialised subjects such as Computer Science, Physical Education, Music, Fine Arts and others.
Therefore, candidates should not determine eligibility only from their general degree. The subject-wise qualification in the official notification is important.
Age Limit
Previous Bihar STET eligibility rules have generally prescribed a minimum age of 21 years, with different upper-age limits and relaxations for categories such as women, OBC/EBC and SC/ST candidates.
However, candidates should check the official 2026 notification for the exact cut-off date and age relaxation applicable to this cycle.
Bihar STET Paper 1 and Paper 2
Paper 1: Secondary Level
Paper 1 is intended for candidates seeking eligibility for teaching at the secondary level, Classes 9 and 10.
The subjects can include areas such as:
- Hindi
- Urdu
- English
- Sanskrit
- Bengali
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Science
- Physical Education
- Music
- Fine Arts
- Dance
- Other subjects as specified by BSEB
Subject availability and exact qualification requirements should be checked in the 2026 notification.
Paper 2: Higher Secondary Level
Paper 2 is intended for candidates seeking eligibility for teaching at the higher secondary level, Classes 11 and 12.
Depending on the notification and subject list, candidates may find subjects such as:
- Hindi
- Urdu
- English
- Sanskrit
- Bengali
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Botany
- Zoology
- Computer Science
- Commerce
- Economics
- Geography
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Philosophy
- Home Science
- Agriculture
- Music
- Other specified subjects
The subject-wise eligibility conditions are not identical for every subject, so applicants should carefully read the official information brochure before selecting their paper and subject.
Bihar STET 2026 Syllabus
The examination is divided into two broad areas:
1. Specified Subject Matter
This section carries 100 marks and tests the candidate’s knowledge of the subject selected for the examination.
2. Teaching Arts and Other Competencies
This section carries 50 marks and assesses teaching-related knowledge and other prescribed competencies.
The total paper therefore carries 150 marks.
Candidates should prepare according to the detailed subject-wise syllabus issued by BSEB rather than depending only on generic TET preparation material.
Is There Negative Marking in Bihar STET 2026?
No.
According to the latest information, Bihar STET 2026 will have no negative marking.
Each correct answer will carry one mark, while an incorrect answer will not result in a deduction.
This makes time management particularly important because candidates can attempt questions without the risk of losing marks for an incorrect response.
Bihar STET 2026: What Candidates Should Keep Ready
Candidates should keep the following information and documents ready before the registration window opens:
- Active mobile number
- Valid email ID
- Aadhaar or other prescribed identification details
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Graduation/postgraduation certificates and marksheets
- B.Ed. or other applicable teacher-training certificate
- Category certificate, where applicable
- PwD certificate, where applicable
- Other subject-specific qualification documents
The exact file size, format, and document requirements will be given in the official application instructions.
Important Points Before Filling Bihar STET Form
Candidates should take a few precautions while completing the online application.
Check subject eligibility first: A candidate should not select a subject simply because it appears in the STET list. The candidate must satisfy the qualification requirements for that particular subject.
Use correct personal details: Name, date of birth and other details should match official documents.
Keep login credentials safe: The registration number and password may be required later for downloading the admit card, checking the answer key and accessing the result.
Save the confirmation page: Do not depend only on the online portal. Keep a PDF or printed copy of the submitted application.
Check the official notification: The detailed notification will contain the final application dates, eligibility rules, subject list, fee, syllabus, examination schedule, and other instructions.
Bihar STET 2026 Exam Date
The latest announcement confirms the application start date of August 17, 2026, but the detailed examination schedule has not been provided in the reports currently available.
Therefore, candidates should not rely on unofficial websites claiming a fixed Bihar STET 2026 exam date until BSEB publishes the final schedule.
The same applies to the application closing date and admit-card release date.
What Happens After Qualifying Bihar STET?
Bihar STET is an eligibility examination. Passing the examination does not by itself mean that a candidate is appointed as a government teacher.
After qualifying STET, candidates may become eligible to participate in relevant teacher recruitment processes, subject to the recruitment notification, educational qualifications, vacancies and other conditions.
In other words:
STET qualification → Eligibility for relevant recruitment → Recruitment process → Appointment if selected
Candidates should therefore treat STET as an important qualification step rather than as a direct appointment examination.
Bihar STET 2026: Preparation Strategy
Candidates still have an important opportunity to prepare strategically.
First, complete the 100-mark subject section thoroughly because it carries the largest share of the paper.
Next, prepare the 50-mark Teaching Arts and Other Competencies section.
Candidates should also solve previous Bihar STET question papers and take computer-based mock tests. Since there is no negative marking, practice should focus not only on accuracy but also on completing the full paper within the 150-minute time limit.
A practical preparation approach would be:
- Complete the official syllabus.
- Divide the subject into small topics.
- Revise important concepts regularly.
- Practise previous-year questions.
- Attempt full-length mock tests.
- Analyse mistakes after every mock.
- Improve speed and question selection.
- Revise weak topics before the examination.
Bihar STET 2026: Key Takeaway
The biggest update for teaching aspirants in Bihar is that Bihar STET 2026 registration will begin on August 17, 2026.
The examination will be conducted in computer-based mode, with 150 questions/marks per paper and a duration of 150 minutes. The paper will contain 100 marks from specified subject matter and 50 marks from Teaching Arts and Other Competencies. There will be no negative marking.
The minimum qualifying percentage is 50% for General candidates, 45.50% for OBC, 42.50% for EBC, and 40% for SC/ST, PwD and women candidates.
Candidates should now keep their documents ready and regularly check the official BSEB STET website for the detailed notification. The final notification should be treated as the authoritative source for the application deadline, fee, subject-wise eligibility, syllabus and examination schedule.
