Applications Open! Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the State Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 notification for Paper I (Secondary) and Paper II (Senior Secondary) teacher eligibility. Apply online from 17 – 31 August 2026.
Overview
| Organization | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Exam Name | State Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 |
| Papers | Paper I (Secondary), Paper II (Senior Secondary) |
| Application Mode | Online (stetregistration.cbrt.co.in) |
| Official Website | biharboardonline.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Paper I Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Paper II Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before examination |
| Result | To be notified |
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|
| Minimum | 18 Years |
| Maximum (Male) | 37 Years |
| Maximum (Female) | 42 Years |
| Relaxation | As per BSEB Rules |
Educational Qualification
- Paper I (Secondary): Bachelor’s degree with 50% + B.Ed, OR Master’s degree + B.Ed, OR Bachelor’s/Master’s with 45% (NCTE norms) + B.Ed, OR 4-year BA/B.Sc B.Ed course
- Paper II (Senior Secondary): Master’s degree with 50% + B.Ed/BA/B.Sc B.Ed, OR Master’s with 45% (NCTE norms) + B.Ed, OR Master’s with 55% + 3-year B.Ed M.Ed
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Type | Duration |
|---|
| Paper I | Objective (MCQ) – Subject + Teaching Aptitude | 2.5 Hours |
| Paper II | Objective (MCQ) – Subject + Teaching Aptitude | 2.5 Hours |
Application Fee
| Category | Single Paper | Both Papers |
|---|
| General / BC / EWS | ₹960 | ₹1,440 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹760 | ₹1,140 |
Selection Process
- Online Application – via stetregistration.cbrt.co.in (17–31 August 2026)
- Written Examination – Paper I / Paper II (Objective type)
- STET Certificate issued to qualified candidates (used for future teacher recruitment eligibility)
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal: stetregistration.cbrt.co.in
- Register and fill the STET 2026 application form, selecting Paper I / Paper II / both
- Upload scanned photo, signature and educational documents
- Pay application fee online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking)
- Submit and download the final application form for future reference
Required Documents
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree certificate & marksheets
- B.Ed certificate
- Class 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
- Caste / EWS / PH certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs & valid photo ID
Pro Tip: STET is an eligibility test, not a recruitment exam — qualifying is mandatory for TGT/PGT teacher recruitment in Bihar (e.g. TRE). Apply for both papers if eligible to keep more options open for future vacancies.
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