The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the notification for the Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026, the mandatory gateway for candidates who want to become secondary and senior secondary teachers in Bihar government and aided schools. The application link has been extended and is currently active.
Bihar STET 2026: Short Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Exam Name | State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) |
| Category | Teacher Eligibility Test (State) |
| Purpose | Eligibility for Secondary (Paper I) & Senior Secondary (Paper II) teacher posts |
Important Dates
- Application Start: 17 August 2026
- Application Last Date: 15 September 2026 (Extended)
Application Fee
| Category | One Paper | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/BC/EBC | ₹960/- | ₹1,440/- |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹760/- | ₹1,140/- |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 Years (General), 42 Years (Reserved Categories, as applicable)
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need Graduation/Post-Graduation with B.Ed from a recognized university, as per Bihar State School Teacher (Appointment, Transfer, Disciplinary Action and Service Conditions) Rules 2023. Eligibility differs subject-wise, so candidates should verify the exact qualification for their chosen subject code in the official notification.
Exam Pattern
- Computer-Based Test with no negative marking
- Total 150 marks: 100 marks for the concerned subject, 50 marks for Teaching Art and Other Competencies
- Duration: 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes)
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website (bsebstet.org)
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in personal, academic, and subject-code details
- Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and save a printout
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Written Test
- Merit List preparation
- Document Verification
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Bihar STET 2026: Important Questions
Question: What is the last date for Bihar STET 2026 form? Answer: The extended last date to apply online is 15 September 2026.
Question: Is there negative marking in Bihar STET? Answer: No, each question carries one mark and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Question: What is the application fee for both papers? Answer: ₹1,440/- for General/EWS/BC/EBC candidates and ₹1,140/- for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Question: What qualification is required for Bihar STET? Answer: Graduation/Post-Graduation with B.Ed from a recognized university, with subject-specific requirements varying by subject code.