Bihar STET 2026 Notification Released : Check Eligibility, Exam Dates, Application Fees & CBT Pattern

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has officially released the detailed notification for the Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 under Advertisement Number P.R. 183/2026. Bihar STET is a state-level teacher eligibility examination conducted to determine the candidate's eligibility for secondary (Classes 9–10) and senior secondary (Classes 11–12) teaching posts across government schools in Bihar.

With online registration concluded on September 22, 2026, and the dummy admit card correction window open through September 30, 2026, candidates are gearing up for the online Computer-Based Test (CBT) expected in November 2026. Below is a complete guide covering essential eligibility rules, subject-wise educational qualifications, age limits, fee structures, exam patterns, and passing criteria.

Bihar STET 2026: Key Exam Highlights

Candidates planning to establish a career in teaching within Bihar can review the essential exam highlights in the table below:

Bihar STET 2026 Official Notification

Important Dates for Bihar STET 2026

BSEB announced the official timeline for the Bihar STET 2026 registration and admit card process. Here are the critical dates candidates must track:

• Notification Release Date: August 14, 2026
• Online Registration Start Date: August 17, 2026
• Application & Fee Payment Deadline: September 22, 2026 (Extended)
• Dummy Admit Card Issue Date: September 25, 2026
• Dummy Admit Card Correction Window: September 25 to September 30, 2026
• Exam Date: First week of November 2026 (Tentative)

Category-Wise Application Fee Structure

The application fee for Bihar STET 2026 varies according to the candidate's category and whether they apply for a single paper (Paper 1 or Paper 2) or both papers. The fee must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.

Bihar STET 2026 Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

To appear for Bihar, STET 2026, candidates must fulfill educational qualification standards and age criteria as of August 1, 2026.

1. Educational Qualifications

Paper 1 (Secondary Level — Classes 9–10)

• General Subjects: Bachelor's Degree in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks and a Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution. (Candidates with 45% marks under applicable NCTE regulations or a 4-year integrated B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed. degree are also eligible).
• Special Subjects: Specific qualifications apply for Physical Education (B.P.Ed), Music (B.Mus), Fine Arts (B.F.A), Dance, and Special Education.

Paper 2 (Senior Secondary Level — Classes 11–12)

• General Subjects: Master’s Degree (Post Graduation) in the relevant subject with minimum 50% marks and a Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution.
• Computer Science (Code 226): Qualification options include B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT), MCA, M.Sc (CS), or DOEACC 'A' Level with a Master's degree. Note:Ed. degree is not compulsory for Computer Science candidates.
• Commerce (Code 225):Com with minimum 50% marks and B.Ed..

Relaxation in Qualification Marks

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, EBC, BC, and PwD (Divyang) categories receive a 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks for educational degrees.

2. Age Limit (As of August 1, 2026)

The age criteria for Bihar STET 2026 candidates are categorized as follows:

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• General (Male): Maximum 37 Years
• General (Female) / BC & EBC (Male & Female): Maximum 40 Years
• SC / ST (Male & Female): Maximum 42 Years

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Bihar STET 2026 Exam Pattern

The Bihar STET 2026 examination will be conducted in online Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 follow a standardized structure:

• Question Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Questions: 150 questions per paper
• Total Marks: 150 marks per paper
• Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes (150 minutes)
• Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer
• Negative Marking: No negative marking

Subject Breakdown for Paper 1 & Paper 2

Category-Wise Qualifying / Passing Marks

To secure the Bihar STET eligibility certificate, candidates must obtain the minimum qualifying percentage fixed by the Bihar School Examination Board. The Bihar STET certificate carries lifetime validity.

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How to Download Bihar STET 2026 Dummy Admit Card

Candidates who submitted their online application by September 22 can inspect and modify error details on their dummy admit card between September 25 and September 30, 2026:

1. Visit the official registration website: cbrt.co.in.
2. Click on the "Bihar STET 2026 Dummy Admit Card"
3. Log in using your User ID / Application Number and Password / Date of Birth.
4. Review your personal details, category, subject code, and photograph.
5. Make necessary online corrections before September 30, 2026.

Key Documents Required for Verification

During the registration and verification phase, candidates need self-attested copies of:

• Class 10th Certificate & Mark Sheet (for Date of Birth proof)
• Class 12th Certificate & Mark Sheet
• Graduation Degree & Mark Sheets
• Post-Graduation Degree & Mark Sheets (for Paper 2)
• Ed. / Professional Qualification Certificates
• Residential Certificate issued by a competent authority
• Category / Caste Certificate (for married women, certificate must be issued from the father's name and address)
• Valid PwD / Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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