Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the notification for Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026. Candidates who are eligible and interested in appearing for the Bihar STET 2026 examination can submit their online application from 17 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
The examination is conducted for candidates who want to establish their eligibility for teaching at the secondary and senior secondary levels in Bihar. Before submitting the application form, candidates should carefully check the eligibility requirements, age limit, examination fee, required documents and other details mentioned in the official notification.
Important: Candidates should verify all details from the official BSEB notification before submitting the application.
Bihar STET 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Paper 1 Exam Date | As per official schedule |
| Paper 2 Exam Date | As per official schedule |
| Admit Card | Before the examination |
| Result | To be notified |
| Official Website | biharboardonline.com |
Bihar STET 2026 Important Dates
- Application Begin: 17/08/2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 31/08/2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 31/08/2026
- Paper 1 Exam Date: As per schedule
- Paper 2 Exam Date: As per schedule
- Admit Card: To be released before the examination
- Result: To be announced
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day to complete the application. After submitting the form, keep a copy of the application and payment receipt for future reference.
Bihar STET 2026 Application Fee
For Single Paper
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EWS | ₹960 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹760 |
For Both Papers
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EWS | ₹1,440 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹1,140 |
The examination fee is to be paid through the available online payment methods such as Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking.
Bihar STET 2026 Age Limit
The age limit mentioned in the provided notification details is as follows:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age – Male: 37 Years
- Maximum Age – Female: 42 Years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Bihar STET 2026 rules.
Candidates belonging to reserved categories should check the official notification for applicable age relaxation and other conditions.
Bihar STET 2026 Eligibility
Bihar STET 2026 is divided into Paper 1 (Secondary) and Paper 2 (Senior Secondary).
Paper 1 – Secondary Level
Candidates may be eligible through the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject with 50% marks along with a passed B.Ed. examination.
- Master’s Degree in the relevant subject along with a passed B.Ed. examination.
- Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s Degree with at least 45% marks, along with B.Ed., as per applicable NCTE norms.
- Four-year BA B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. qualification.
Subject-wise eligibility may differ. Candidates should check the official notification for the qualification applicable to their chosen subject.
Paper 2 – Senior Secondary Level
Candidates may be eligible through the following qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with 50% marks along with B.Ed. / BA B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed.
- Master’s Degree with at least 45% marks along with B.Ed., as per applicable NCTE norms.
- Master’s Degree with 55% marks along with a three-year B.Ed.-M.Ed. course.
The exact subject-wise qualification should be checked in the official Bihar STET 2026 notification before applying.
Documents Required for Bihar STET Application
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Class 10th marksheet/certificate for date of birth
- Class 12th certificate and marksheet
- Bachelor’s Degree certificate and marksheet
- Master’s Degree certificate and marksheet, wherever applicable
- B.Ed. certificate and marksheet, wherever applicable
- Other educational qualification documents
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Domicile certificate, if required
- Valid identity proof
- Active mobile number
- Email ID
The photograph and signature should be uploaded according to the size and format specified on the application portal.
How to Apply Online for Bihar STET 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to submit the Bihar STET 2026 application:
- Visit the official Bihar STET application website.
- Open the Bihar STET 2026 Registration / Apply Online section.
- Complete the registration using the required basic details.
- Log in using the registration credentials.
- Enter personal, educational and other required information carefully.
- Select the appropriate paper and subject.
- Upload the photograph, signature and required documents.
- Review the complete application form before final submission.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment method.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the final application form and payment receipt.
Important Tip
Before final submission, carefully check your name, date of birth, category, educational qualification, selected subject and uploaded documents. Mistakes in these details may create problems later.
Bihar STET 2026 Selection / Examination Process
The recruitment or eligibility process is based on the examination conducted under the Bihar STET framework. Candidates should read the official notification for complete information about the examination pattern, subjects, syllabus, qualifying requirements and subsequent process.
Bihar STET 2026 Exam Date
The Paper 1 and Paper 2 examination dates have been mentioned as “As per Schedule” in the provided notification details. The examination schedule should be checked through the official BSEB website and application portal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When does Bihar STET 2026 registration start?
Bihar STET 2026 online registration starts on 17 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Bihar STET 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 31 August 2026.
What is the minimum age for Bihar STET 2026?
The minimum age mentioned in the provided details is 18 years.
What is the maximum age for Bihar STET 2026?
The maximum age is 37 years for male candidates and 42 years for female candidates, subject to the applicable rules.
Can candidates apply for both Paper 1 and Paper 2?
Yes, candidates who meet the respective eligibility requirements can apply for both papers. The applicable fee for both papers should be paid.
Where can I check the official Bihar STET notification?
Candidates should use the official BSEB website and the official STET application portal to verify the latest notification and updates.
Important Links
| Service | Link |
|---|---|
| Bihar STET 2026 Apply Online | Click Here |
| Bihar STET 2026 Notification | Click Here |
| Bihar STET Application Form | Click Here |
| BSEB Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Group | Click Here |
Note: Replace each “Click Here” with the corresponding official link before publishing the article.
Important Note for Candidates
The information provided above has been prepared from the notification details supplied for this article. Eligibility, fee, dates and other conditions can be changed or updated by the examination authority. Candidates should always read the latest official notification before applying.
For future updates related to Bihar STET Admit Card, Exam Date, Answer Key and Result, candidates should check NaukariLelo.com regularly as well as the official BSEB website.