Bihar TET 2026 Notification: Exam Pattern, Eligibility & Application Details

Jun 17, 2026 10:58 AM IST
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The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will soon publish the official Bihar TET Notification 2026 on its portal, http://secondary.biharboardonline.com/. This exam is a gateway for aspiring educators aiming to teach classes 9th through 12th across Bihar. Candidates must prepare for Paper 1 for secondary levels (9th & 10th) and Paper 2 for senior secondary levels (11th & 12th), with separate provisions for physical and health instructors. This guide provides comprehensive details regarding the upcoming BSTET 2026 recruitment cycle.

Bihar TET Notification 2026 PDF

The official Bihar TET 2026 notification PDF will be accessible via the BSEB website at http://secondary.biharboardonline.com/. This document serves as the master guide, detailing crucial dates, registration procedures, exam patterns, subject-wise syllabi, eligibility requirements, and fee structures. Once officially released, we will provide a direct link here to help you download the Bihar TET 2026 notification instantly.

Bihar TET Notification 2026- Highlights

The Bihar TET is a mandatory state-level teacher eligibility test administered by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). To ensure a successful application, candidates must familiarize themselves with the full scope of the Bihar TET 2026 exam. We strongly recommend reviewing the official Bihar TET notification 2026 in detail to avoid any errors during the registration process.

Bihar TET Exam 2026- Highlights
Name of the ExamBihar Teacher Eligibility Test (Bihar TET)
Exam Conducting BodyBihar School Examination Board (BSEB)
Level of ExamState Level (Bihar)
CategoryGovt Jobs
Registration DatesTo be announced
Mode of ApplicationOnline
Mode of ExamOffline (Pen & Paper Mode)
Official Websitehttp://secondary.biharboardonline.com/

Bihar TET 2026- Important Dates

Important dates regarding the Bihar TET 2026, such as application window openings, correction periods, and the official exam date, will be announced alongside the detailed notification. Bookmark this page for real-time updates on the BSTET 2026 schedule as soon as they are made public by the BSEB.

Bihar TET 2026 – Important Dates
Important EventsDates 
Bihar TET 2026 Notification PDF-
Bihar TET Application Form Start Date-
Bihar TET Application Form End Date-
Bihar TET Exam date-

Bihar TET 2026 Online Form

Following the official notification, the online application portal will open for eligible candidates. Interested applicants must submit their Bihar TET 2026 application form exclusively through the authorized website before the deadline. We will provide a direct application link here the moment it is activated by the BSEB.

Steps to Apply Online for Bihar TET 2026

To ensure a smooth registration experience, candidates should follow the prescribed application protocol. Below, we have outlined the mandatory steps to accurately complete and submit your Bihar TET 2026 application form online.

  1. Visit the official website of BSEB.
  2. Click on the ‘New Registration’.
  3. The Bihar TET Online Application will appear on the next page.
  4. Fill out the details such as the Name of the Applicant, Date of Birth, Mother’s Name, Father’s Name, Mobile Number, Email ID, Nationality, Subjects Appearing for, and so on.
  5. Next, upload your scanned passport-size photographs and signatures.
  6. Upload all the required documents that are asked to upload in the BSTET application form.
  7. Now, pay the Bihar TET application fees through Debit Card, Credit Card or Internet Banking.
  8. Review the Bihar TET Application Form 2026 before final submission.
  9. Now, click on the submit button.
  10. After the final submission, Download the PDF of the Bihar TET Application form for future reference.

Bihar TET 2026 Application Fee

The Bihar TET 2026 application fee must be paid via the secure online payment gateway. Candidates registering for either Paper I or Paper II will be charged Rs. 500, while those applying for both papers must pay a combined fee of Rs. 800. Please refer to our detailed table below for a comprehensive breakdown of the category-wise application fees.

CategoryPaper I or IIBoth Paper I & IIPhysical Education & Health Instructor Ability test
General /OBCRs.500Rs.800Rs.500
Reserved CategoryRs.300Rs.500Rs.300

Bihar TET Exam 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must thoroughly review the Bihar TET eligibility criteria to confirm their suitability for the 2026 examination. Failure to meet these requirements will result in application rejection. Carefully verify your academic and age qualifications against the criteria listed below.

Bihar TET Educational Qualification Criteria

Applicants for the Secondary Teachers Eligibility Test (STET) must possess a relevant graduation degree along with a B.Ed. degree. Candidates aiming for Physical Education & Health Instructor roles need a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject plus a B.Ed. We have outlined the specific educational qualification requirements for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 below.

Educational Qualification for Paper I

Bihar STET Paper 1 SubjectsEducational Qualification Criteria
SanskritApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Sanskrit and B.Ed
EnglishApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in English and B.Ed
Mathematic

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry, along with a B.Ed qualification.

Alternatively, a B.Tech degree with Mathematics and a B.Ed is also accepted.

Science

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Zoology, or Chemistry, along with a B.Ed qualification.

Alternatively, a B.Tech degree in Science subjects and a B.Ed is also accepted.

Social ScienceApplicants must have Gradation with any two of the following subjects-History, Geography, Economics or Political Science (studying History or Geography is compulsory) and B.Ed
HindiApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Hindi and B.Ed
UrduApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Urdu and B.Ed

Educational Qualification for Paper II

Bihar STET Paper 2 SubjectsEducational Qualification Criteria
ChemistryApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and B.Ed
ZoologyApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Zoology and B.Ed
BotanyApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Botany and B.Ed
EnglishApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in English and B.Ed
MathematicsApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and B.Ed
PhysicsApplicants must have Bachelor’s degree in Physics and B.Ed
Computer Science

An 'A' Level certificate from DOEACC and a Post Graduate degree in any subject is required, OR,

A BE or B.Tech degree (Computer Science/IT) or an equivalent recognized University degree or diploma.

OR,

A BE or B.Tech degree (in any stream) with a Postgraduate Diploma in Computers from a recognized University.

OR,

A B.Sc. (Computer Science) / BCA degree or equivalent, plus a Post Graduate degree in any subject from a recognized University.

OR,

A Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications and a Post Graduate degree in any subject from a recognized University.

OR,

An M.Sc. (Computer Science) / MCA degree or equivalent from a recognized University.

OR,

A 'B' Level certificate from DOEACC with a Postgraduate degree, OR a 'C' Level certificate from the DOEACC/Ministry of Information and Communication Technology with a graduation degree.

OR,

A three-year MCA course (spanning 6 semesters).

Age Limit

Candidates applying for the Bihar TET 2026 must adhere to the specific age limit requirements detailed in our overview table below.

CategoryAge Limit
OBC (male/female)42 year
SC/ST (male/female)40 year
General (male)37 year
General (female)40 year

Bihar TET 2026 Exam Pattern

Reviewing the Bihar TET Exam Pattern 2026 is vital for effective preparation. Detailed exam patterns for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 are provided below to guide your study planning.

  1. There will be 150 questions in each paper of 150 marks.
  2. The time duration for the Bihar TET exam will be 150 minutes.
  3. There will be no negative marking for incorrect answers.
  4. The Bihar TET exam will be held in offline mode.

Bihar TET Exam Pattern for Paper 1

The Bihar TET exam covers sections including Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. We have provided a detailed breakdown of the mark distribution for each section.

SubjectsNo. of QuestionsMarks Duration
Child Development and Pedalogy3030150 minutes
Language I (compulsory)3030
Language II (compulsory)3030
Mathematics3030
Environmental Studies3030
Total 150 150150 minutes

Bihar TET Exam Pattern for Paper 2

The Bihar TET paper structure is divided into four main sections: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I (compulsory), Language II (compulsory), and a specialized subject section (Mathematics & Science or Social Studies/Social Science).

Subjects No. of Questions Marks Duration
Child Development and Pedalogy3030150 minutes
Language I (compulsory)3030
Language II (compulsory)3030
Mathematics & Science
Or Social Studies/Social Science
6060
Total150150150 minutes

Bihar TET 2026 Syllabus

The comprehensive syllabus for the Bihar TET 2026 examination is outlined below for your reference.

For Paper I: Candidates should focus on the core curriculum of their respective graduation-level subjects, supplemented by the standard syllabus for classes 9th and 10th.

For Paper II: Candidates must thoroughly cover their graduation and post-graduation subject syllabi, along with the curriculum prescribed for classes 11th and 12th.

Bihar TET Syllabus & Exam Pattern - Click to Check

Bihar TET Cut Off 2026

The Bihar TET cut-off marks are announced by the BSEB upon the publication of the final exam results. Please review our category-specific cut-off projections below.

CategoryMinimum Qualifying PercentageMaximum MarksMinimum Marks
OBC/SC/ST45%15067.5
General50%15075

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