The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), Patna, has released Advertisement No. 05/STET-17-02/2026-1239 dated 11 August 2026 for the Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026, inviting online applications from eligible candidates seeking appointment as Secondary Teachers in 37,337 posts in Government Secondary Schools in Bihar. STET 2026 comprises two papers – Paper I for Class 9 and 10 (Secondary Level) and Paper II for Class 11 and 12 (Higher Secondary Level). Candidates may appear in one or both papers based on their qualifications. Online applications are open from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026 at 11:59 PM on the official portal stetregistration.cbst.co.in. The written examination is scheduled from 22 September 2026 to 4 October 2026. Admit cards will be released on 15 September 2026. Qualifying marks are 50% for General, 45.5% for SC and ST and 40% for PwD candidates. STET 2026 qualification is valid for 7 years from the date of issue of the certificate.
Important Note: Three things every applicant must be clear on before paying the fee. First, STET 2026 is an eligibility test, not a recruitment to any specific post – qualifying STET does not guarantee a teacher appointment. It establishes your eligibility for appointment to Bihar secondary teacher posts. Actual appointment is subject to a separate vacancy-based selection process conducted by the relevant authority. Second, fee once paid is non-refundable – if you are not eligible or fail to appear, the amount is forfeited. Candidates must carefully verify their eligibility for Paper I or Paper II against the prescribed qualification before paying. Third, there are two separate registration steps – a basic online registration followed by an application form fill-up with document upload and fee payment. Completing only the registration without submitting the full form and fee does not count as a valid application. Verify every step from the official notification on stetregistration.cbst.co.in.
Bihar STET 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Board | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), Patna |
| Advertisement No. | 05/STET-17-02/2026-1239 |
| Notification Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Examination | Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 |
| Purpose | Eligibility for appointment to Secondary Teacher posts in Government Secondary Schools of Bihar |
| Total Teacher Posts | 37,337 |
| Paper I | Class 9 and 10 (Secondary Level) – for candidates with Graduation and B.Ed |
| Paper II | Class 11 and 12 (Higher Secondary Level) – for candidates with Postgraduation and B.Ed |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 years as on 01 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only at stetregistration.cbst.co.in |
| Application Fee | Rs. 960 (General, EBC, BC) per paper; Rs. 760 (SC, ST, PwD, Women) per paper |
| Both Papers Fee | Rs. 1,440 (General, EBC, BC); Rs. 1,140 (SC, ST, PwD, Women) |
| Qualifying Marks | 50% (General), 45.5% (SC/ST), 40% (PwD) |
| Certificate Validity | 7 years from date of issue |
| Application Start | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Admit Card | 15 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 22 September 2026 to 4 October 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR (as applicable) |
| Official Portal | stetregistration.cbst.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 31 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Admit Card Release | 15 September 2026 |
| Written Examination | 22 September 2026 to 4 October 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 August 2026 |
Subject-wise Paper Classification
Paper I – Secondary Level (Class 9 and 10)
| S. No. | Subject Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 101 | Hindi |
| 2 | 102 | Urdu |
| 3 | 103 | Bangla |
| 4 | 104 | Maithili |
| 5 | 105 | Sanskrit |
| 6 | 106 | Arabic |
| 7 | 107 | Persian |
| 8 | 108 | Bhojpuri |
| 9 | 109 | Social Science |
| 10 | 110 | Mathematics |
| 11 | 111 | Science |
| 12 | 112 | Physical Education |
Paper II – Higher Secondary Level (Class 11 and 12)
| S. No. | Subject Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 201 | Hindi |
| 2 | 202 | Urdu |
| 3 | 203 | Sanskrit |
| 4 | 204 | Bangla |
| 5 | 205 | Maithili |
| 6 | 206 | Magahi |
| 7 | 207 | Arabic |
| 8 | 208 | Persian |
| 9 | 209 | Bhojpuri |
| 10 | 210 | English |
| 11 | 211 | Pali |
| 12 | 212 | Prakrit |
| 13 | 213 | Music |
| 14 | 214 | Fine Arts |
| 15 | 215 | Dance |
| 16 | 216 | Home Science |
| 17 | 217 | Entrepreneurship |
| 18 | 218 | Psychology |
| 19 | 219 | Sociology |
| 20 | 220 | Physical Education |
| 21 | 221 | Philosophy |
| 22 | 222 | History |
| 23 | 223 | Geography |
| 24 | 224 | Political Science |
| 25 | 225 | Economics |
| 26 | 226 | Computer Science |
| 27 | 227 | Agriculture |
| 28 | 228 | Music (Instrumental) |
| 29 | 229 | Chemistry |
| 30 | 230 | Physics |
| 31 | 231 | Zoology or Biology |
| 32 | 232 | Botany |
| 33 | 233 | Mathematics |
| 34 | 234 | Commerce |
| 35 | 235 | Accountancy |
| 36 | 236 | Entrepreneurship |
Subject codes for Paper II at Postgraduate level:
| Subject | Codes |
|---|---|
| Physics | Physics or Nuclear Physics |
| Chemistry | Chemistry or Biochemistry |
| Commerce | Economics or Masters Degree in Commerce or Business Economics. Holders of Degree of BA Economics or MBA Economics shall NOT be eligible |
| Botany or Zoology | Biology or Botany or Zoology or Genetics or Entomology or Molecular Biology or Plant Physiology or Microbiology |
| Maths | Mathematics or Applied Mathematics |
| Agriculture | Agronomy or Plant Breeding and Genetics or Entomology or Plant Pathology or Horticulture or Agriculture Extension |
| Music (Classical) | Multi Media and Web Technology |
Eligibility Criteria
Paper I – Class 9 and 10 (Secondary Level)
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation (Bachelor’s degree) from a recognised university in the relevant subject |
| Teaching Qualification | B.Ed or equivalent from a recognised institution |
| Special (Language Posts) | Graduation with the relevant language as a subject, plus B.Ed |
| Special (Physical Education) | Graduation or B.P.Ed from a recognised institution |
| Special (Home Science) | Graduation in Home Science |
| Special (Fine Arts) | Graduation or equivalent in Fine Arts |
| Special (Music) | Graduation or equivalent in Music |
| Special (Computer Science) | BCA or B.Sc (Computer Science) or equivalent with B.Ed or equivalent |
Paper II – Class 11 and 12 (Higher Secondary Level)
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Postgraduate degree (Master’s) in the relevant subject from a recognised university |
| Teaching Qualification | B.Ed or equivalent from a recognised institution |
| Special (Commerce – Code 234) | Master’s Degree in Commerce or Business Economics. BA Economics or MBA Economics is NOT eligible |
| Special (Biotechnology subjects) | Relevant Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science or Agriculture Science |
| Special (Multi Media – Code) | Graduation in Multi Media and Web Technology |
Note on Special Education: Candidates with a Degree in Special Education for persons with disabilities may also be eligible for certain posts – verify from the detailed notification.
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age – General | 42 years |
| Maximum Age – BC, EBC | 42 years (additional relaxation as per Bihar rules) |
| Maximum Age – SC, ST | 42 years (additional relaxation as per Bihar rules) |
| Maximum Age – PwD | 42 years (additional relaxation as per Bihar rules) |
| Maximum Age – Women (UR) | 42 years (additional relaxation for Bihar domicile women) |
| Maximum Age – Ex-Servicemen | As per Bihar Government rules |
Detailed category-wise age relaxation is as per the Bihar Government norms for competitive examinations. Verify from the official notification at stetregistration.cbst.co.in.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee per Paper | Fee for Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General, EBC (Extremely Backward Class), BC | Rs. 960 | Rs. 1,440 |
| SC, ST, PwD, Women | Rs. 760 | Rs. 1,140 |
Payment is online only. The fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Candidates appearing in both Paper I and Paper II must pay the combined fee. Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Exam Pattern
Both papers are objective multiple choice type.
Paper I (Class 9 and 10)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Subject-specific knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language (Hindi or Urdu) | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II (Class 11 and 12)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Subject-specific knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| Language and Comprehension | 30 | 30 |
| General Studies | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Qualifying Marks (Normalised Score)
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 50% |
| SC and ST | 45.5% |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 40% |
| Other reserved categories | As per Bihar Government norms |
The Bihar STET 2026 score will be normalised if the examination is held in multiple shifts or sessions. Normalised Score (NS) is computed from the Raw Score (RS) to account for difficulty variations across shifts. The Normalised Score determines whether a candidate qualifies, not the Raw Score alone. Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifying percentage in their category are not issued a STET certificate.
How to Apply for Bihar STET 2026
- Visit the official Bihar STET 2026 registration portal – Click Here
- Click New Registration and complete the registration form with your name, date of birth, email ID and mobile number.
- After registration, log in using the User ID and Password generated and sent to your registered mobile and email.
- Fill in the detailed application form with personal, educational and subject details.
- Select Paper I, Paper II or both as applicable to your qualification.
- Upload your recent photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, light background, JPEG) and signature in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the applicable fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI via the Selected Payment Gateway on the portal.
- Click Preview to review all details, then Submit. Print the final submitted form and the payment receipt.
- Download the Admit Card from 15 September 2026 from your login on the portal. Admit cards are not sent by post.
- Report to the allotted exam centre on your exam date as per the schedule published on the portal.
Important Instructions
- STET 2026 is an eligibility test, not a direct appointment. Qualifying does not guarantee appointment to any specific teaching post.
- The STET certificate is valid for 7 years from the date of issue.
- Fee is non-refundable once paid, for any reason including ineligibility discovered later.
- Candidates should complete registration and form-fill as two distinct steps; registration alone without form fill-up and fee payment is not a valid application.
- No OBC certificate is required for reserved-category benefit claims specific to Bihar; the applicable categories are SC, ST, BC, EBC as per Bihar’s own classification.
- Any corrigendum or addendum to the notification will be published only on stetregistration.cbst.co.in. Candidates must check the portal regularly.
- Candidates must carry the printed Admit Card along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
- Prohibited items in the examination hall include mobile phones, electronic gadgets, calculators and smart watches.
- Candidates found using unfair means face cancellation of candidature and debarment from future BSEB examinations.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online and Official Notification | Click Here |
| Bihar School Examination Board Official Website | Click Here |
Bihar STET 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is Bihar STET 2026?
✅ Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 is conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), Patna, under Advertisement No. 05/STET-17-02/2026-1239 dated 11 August 2026, to establish eligibility for appointment to 37,337 Secondary Teacher posts in Government Secondary Schools of Bihar. It has two papers: Paper I for Class 9-10 teachers and Paper II for Class 11-12 teachers.
Q2. What is the last date to apply and when is the exam?
✅ Online applications close on 31 August 2026 at 11:59 PM at stetregistration.cbst.co.in. The written examination is from 22 September 2026 to 4 October 2026. Admit cards are released on 15 September 2026.
Q3. What qualification is needed for Paper I and Paper II?
✅ For Paper I (Class 9-10): Graduation in the relevant subject plus B.Ed or equivalent. For Paper II (Class 11-12): Postgraduate degree in the relevant subject plus B.Ed or equivalent. Subject-specific qualification conditions apply for Commerce, Agriculture, Computer Science, Music, Fine Arts, Home Science and Physical Education.
Q4. Can I appear in both Paper I and Paper II?
✅ Yes, provided you meet the eligibility criteria for both papers. Applying for both papers requires payment of the combined fee – Rs. 1,440 for General, EBC and BC, and Rs. 1,140 for SC, ST, PwD and Women candidates.
Q5. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 960 per paper for General, EBC and BC candidates and Rs. 760 per paper for SC, ST, PwD and Women candidates. For both papers: Rs. 1,440 (General/EBC/BC) and Rs. 1,140 (SC/ST/PwD/Women). The fee is non-refundable.
Q6. What is the age limit for Bihar STET 2026?
✅ Minimum 18 years, maximum 42 years as on 01 August 2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per Bihar Government norms.
Q7. What are the qualifying marks?
✅ Candidates must score at least 50% for General, 45.5% for SC and ST and 40% for PwD candidates in the Normalised Score. Score normalisation is applied if the exam is held in multiple shifts.
Q8. How long is the STET 2026 certificate valid?
✅ The STET 2026 qualification certificate is valid for 7 years from the date of issue.
Q9. Does passing STET 2026 guarantee appointment as a teacher?
✅ No. Passing STET establishes your eligibility for appointment to Secondary Teacher posts in Bihar Government schools. Actual appointment is subject to a separate vacancy-based selection process. STET is a prerequisite, not a final selection.
Q10. How many subjects are covered in Paper I and Paper II?
✅ Paper I covers 12 subjects including Hindi, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili, Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, Bhojpuri, Social Science, Mathematics, Science and Physical Education. Paper II covers 36 subjects at the higher secondary level including all languages, science streams, commerce, social sciences, music, fine arts, agriculture and computer science.
Disclaimer
The information above is based on the Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 notification, Advertisement No. 05/STET-17-02/2026-1239 dated 11 August 2026, issued by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), Patna, as published in the Hindustan newspaper on 14 August 2026. The official notification and all further updates, addenda and corrigenda are published on the official Bihar STET 2026 portal stetregistration.cbst.co.in, which is the sole authoritative source. Candidates must read the complete official notification before applying. Passing STET is an eligibility qualification and does not guarantee appointment to any teacher post. All links above lead only to the official Bihar STET portal and the Bihar Board official website.
