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Bihar STET 2026 Notification Out: Check Application Dates, Eligibility, Fee and Exam Pattern
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 notification under Advertisement No. PR. 183/2026. The notification was issued on August 14, 2026, and the online application process has started from August 17, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until August 31, 2026.
Bihar STET 2026 is conducted as an eligibility examination for secondary and higher secondary teaching posts. It is not a direct recruitment examination, and therefore, the notification does not mention a fixed number of teacher vacancies. Candidates qualifying in STET may become eligible for teaching opportunities subject to the recruitment rules and vacancies announced by the concerned authorities.
Bihar STET 2026 Application Dates
The Bihar STET 2026 application window opened on August 17, 2026, and candidates can apply online until August 31, 2026. Applicants should complete registration, OTP-based mobile verification, application form submission, document upload and fee payment within the prescribed deadline.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to complete the application process. Before submitting the form, they should carefully verify their name, date of birth, educational qualifications, category and other personal details.
Bihar STET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility requirements vary according to the paper and subject selected by the candidate. Paper I is intended for teaching at the secondary level, while Paper II is for higher secondary classes.
For Paper I, candidates generally need a graduation degree along with B.Ed. or an equivalent recognised qualification, subject to the specific requirements of the selected subject.
For Paper II, candidates generally require a postgraduate degree along with B.Ed. or an equivalent qualification. However, requirements can differ for subjects such as Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Languages, Computer Science, Physical Education, Music and Fine Arts.
Candidates should therefore check the subject-wise qualification requirements in the official Bihar STET 2026 notification before applying.
Bihar STET 2026 Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for Bihar STET 2026 is 21 to 42 years, calculated as on August 1, 2026. Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories will receive age relaxation according to the applicable government rules.
Applicants should ensure that they satisfy the age and educational qualification requirements before submitting the application form.
Bihar STET 2026 Application Fee
The examination fee depends on the candidate's category and whether they are appearing for one paper or both papers.
| Category | One Paper | Both Papers |
| UR/EWS/BC/EBC | ₹960 | ₹1,440 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹760 | ₹1,140 |
Candidates from outside Bihar will not be entitled to Bihar's reservation benefits and will be considered under the applicable General category provisions for fee and reservation purposes.
Bihar STET 2026 Exam Pattern
The Bihar STET examination will consist of Paper I and Paper II. Candidates can appear for the paper corresponding to the level and subject for which they meet the prescribed educational qualifications.
The examination assesses candidates on subject knowledge and other prescribed areas. Candidates should carefully review the official syllabus and paper-wise pattern before beginning their preparation.
Since Bihar STET is an eligibility test, candidates should also understand that qualifying the examination does not itself guarantee appointment as a teacher. Recruitment will depend on subsequent vacancies, recruitment notifications and the applicable selection rules.
How to Apply for Bihar STET 2026
Candidates can follow these general steps to submit the application:
1. Visit the official BSEB/STET application portal.
2. Complete the registration process.
3. Verify the registered mobile number through OTP.
4. Enter personal and educational details.
5. Select the appropriate paper and subject.
6. Upload the required documents and photograph/signature as specified.
7. Pay the applicable examination fee online.
8. Review all details carefully.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Download and preserve the confirmation page for future reference.
Bihar STET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification released | August 14, 2026 |
| Application begins | August 17, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | August 31, 2026 |
| Age calculation date | August 1, 2026 |
Candidates should keep checking the official BSEB website for updates regarding the examination schedule, admit card, syllabus, answer key and result.
Bihar STET 2026: Key Points
The Bihar STET 2026 notification provides an opportunity for eligible candidates seeking teaching eligibility at the secondary and higher secondary levels. Candidates should carefully check the subject-wise eligibility criteria, age requirements, category provisions, application fee and document specifications before completing the form.
As Bihar STET is an eligibility examination rather than a direct recruitment test, candidates should not interpret the notification as announcing a specific number of teacher vacancies. Those who qualify can use the eligibility for future teaching recruitment opportunities as per the applicable rules.
Applicants are advised to complete their applications before August 31, 2026, and retain copies of the submitted form, fee receipt and other relevant documents for future use.
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