Bihar STET Online Form 2026 – Apply Online

Important Dates

Application Fee

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age for Male Candidates: 37 Years
• Maximum Age for Female Candidates: 42 Years
• Age Limit as on 01/08/2026.
• Age relaxation is applicable to eligible categories as per Bihar Government rules.

Eligibility / Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess the required educational qualification for the selected subject and paper.
• For Paper I — Secondary Level, Classes 9–10, candidates generally require a Bachelor's Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and B.Ed., or a Master's Degree in the relevant subject with B.Ed.
• A four-year B.A. B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. qualification may also be accepted for Paper I, subject to the official subject-wise rules.
• For Paper II — Senior Secondary Level, Classes 11–12, candidates generally require a Master's Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. or an equivalent prescribed qualification.
• A Master's Degree with 55% marks and a three-year B.Ed.-M.Ed. qualification may also be accepted for Paper II, subject to the official notification.
• The subject selected in the application must match the subject studied at graduation or post-graduation level.
• Candidates should check the complete subject-wise qualification table in the official notification before applying. [web:158]

Paper Details

Examination Pattern

Subjects

The available subjects may include Hindi, English, Urdu, Sanskrit, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Political Science, Commerce, Computer Science and other subjects notified by BSEB.

Candidates must choose a subject according to their educational qualification and the subject-wise eligibility conditions.

Selection Process

• Computer-Based Test
• Subject-wise qualifying assessment
• Eligibility certificate for qualified candidates
• Separate teacher recruitment by the concerned authority

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official Bihar STET portal.
2. Click on New Registration – Bihar STET 2026.
3. Enter your name, mobile number, email ID and date of birth.
4. Generate your registration number and password.
5. Log in and select Paper I, Paper II or Both Papers.
6. Select the subject according to your qualification.
7. Enter personal, educational and communication details.
8. Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates.
9. Pay the application fee online.
10. Preview the form carefully before final submission.
11. Submit the application and download the confirmation page.

Documents Required

• Class 10 certificate and marksheet
• Graduation certificate and marksheets
• Post-graduation certificate and marksheets, wherever applicable
• B.Ed. / B.A. B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. / B.Ed.-M.Ed. certificate, wherever applicable
• Category certificate, wherever applicable
• PwD certificate, wherever applicable
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Valid identity proof
• Active mobile number and email ID

Important Instructions

• Apply only through the official BSEB STET website.
• Choose the correct paper and subject according to your qualification.
• Check the subject-wise eligibility before paying the examination fee.
• Use an active mobile number and email ID during registration.
• Upload clear documents in the prescribed format and size.
• Review all details before final submission.
• Keep the registration number, password and payment receipt safely.
• Check the official website regularly for the admit card, exam date and result.

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q1. What is Bihar STET?
  Bihar STET is the Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by BSEB for Secondary and Senior Secondary teaching eligibility.
• Q2. When will the Bihar STET 2026 application begin?
  The application process begins on 17 August 2026.
• Q3. What is the last date to apply?
  The last date to apply online is 31 August 2026.
• Q4. What is the age limit?
  The reported age limit is 18 to 37 years for male candidates and 18 to 42 years for female candidates as on 01 August 2026.
• Q5. What is the qualification for Paper I?
  Candidates generally need a relevant Bachelor's Degree with B.Ed. or another prescribed teacher-training qualification.
• Q6. What is the qualification for Paper II?
  Candidates generally need a relevant Master's Degree with B.Ed. or another qualification prescribed for Senior Secondary teaching.
• Q7. Can I apply for both papers?
  Yes, eligible candidates may apply for Paper I, Paper II or both papers by paying the applicable fee.
• Q8. What is the application fee?
  For one paper, the reported fee is ₹960/- for General/BC/EBC/EWS candidates and ₹760/- for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• Q9. What is the examination mode?
  The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test mode.