Bihar STET Exam Guide 2026
Bihar STET 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| S. No. | Category | Maximum Bihar STET Age limit (as of 01.08.2024) |
|---|---|---|
| (i) | Unreserved Men | 37 |
| (ii) | Unreserved Women | 40 |
| (iii) | Backward Class | 40 |
| (iv) | Highly Backward Class | 40 |
| (v) | Scheduled Caste | 42 |
| (vi) | Scheduled Tribe | 42 |
📊 Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria- Educational Qualifications Secondary
| No. | Subject Group | Subject | Subject Code | Academic / Professional Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | General Subjects | 1. Hindi | 101 | At least 50% marks in Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in the specific subject/group. Equivalent in Postgraduate (or its equivalent) from a recognized institution by UGC / National Council for Teacher Education. Qualified in Postgraduate or equivalent in Education from an institution recognized by UGC / NCTE. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized university. OR Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent. At least 45% marks in Postgraduate (or its equivalent) in the subject or equivalent. Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree with a minimum of 45% marks in the subject from a recognized university or equivalent. Recognized by UGC/NCTE on 13.11.2002. (Application letter for recognition submission) Timeframe for recognition of teacher education programs and compliance with standards. Determination of criteria and standards, and new curriculum or training programs to start. Permission to start training under regulations 2002 and 2007 of the NCTE. OR Recognized by NCTE as per criteria and procedure of NCTE Regulations 2007, or equivalent from any institution recognized by NCTE. |
| 2. Urdu | 102 | |||
| 3. Bengali | 103 | |||
| 4. Maithili | 104 | |||
| 5. Sanskrit | 105 | |||
| 6. Arabic | 106 | |||
| 7. Persian | 107 | |||
| 8. Bhojpuri | 108 | |||
| 9. English | 109 | |||
| 10. Mathematics | 110 | |||
| 11. Science | 111 | |||
| 12. Social Science | 112 | |||
| 2. | Physical Education | Physical Education | 113 | A Bachelor's degree in Physical Education with 50 percent marks in Physical Education as an optional subject, OR A Bachelor's degree in Physical Education with 45 percent marks in Physical Education as an optional subject and recognition by the Association of Indian Universities or the Indian Olympic Association for participation in national, state, or inter-university sports or games, or athletics with a Bachelor's degree and 45 percent marks and participation in national, state, or inter-university sports or games, or athletics, OR Applicants for reappointed services (i.e., trained physical instructors / coaches) - A Bachelor's degree with 45 percent marks and a minimum of 03 years of teaching experience as per the norms of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) Regulations and Procedure, 2009, OR A Bachelor's degree in Physical Education with 45 percent marks, or as an optional subject with a minimum of 40 percent marks, OR A Bachelor's degree with participation in sports/games at the school or inter-collegiate level, or having passed the NCTE notification (dated 02.02.2007) with the 'C' certificate, OR A Bachelor's degree with a 3-year duration in Physical Education i.e., B.P.Ed. course (or its equivalent), or a Bachelor's degree with representation at the state/university level in sports/games or athletics, OR A Bachelor's degree with a first, second, or third-place ranking in inter-collegiate sports/games competitions, holder of an 'C' certificate of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), or having completed a foundational course in high-risk sports, OR As per the norms of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) Notification on 4th April 2002, a Bachelor's degree with a one-year training program in subjects like Sports Science, Sports Management, Sports Coaching, Yoga, Olympic Education, Sports Journalism, etc., and recognition from the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), along with a minimum of one year's Bachelor's degree (B.P.Ed.) or its equivalent in Physical Education from an institution recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). |
| 3 . | Music Subject | Music | 114 | Minimum 50% marks in Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university or institution in Music education. In case of any dispute regarding an institution's recognition, the decision of the administrative department will be final. |
| 4 . | Fine Arts Subject | Fine Arts | 115 | Minimum 50% marks in Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university or institution in Fine Arts education. In case of any dispute regarding an institution's recognition, the decision of the administrative department will be final. |
| 5 . | Dance Subject | Dance | 116 | Minimum 50% marks in Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution/university in Dance education. In case of any dispute regarding an institution's recognition, the decision of the administrative department will be final. |
| 6. | Teachers in state, middle and high schools for students with special needs under inclusive education such as Orthopedic impairment, Total blindness, Deafness, Low vision, Speech and Language Disability Intellectual disability, Autism spectrum disorder, Specific learning disability Multiple disabilities | 117 | (a) A Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50 percent marks and (b) From an institution recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India, a Bachelor's in Education (B.Ed.) in Special Education with a valid C.R.R. number from the Rehabilitation Council of India OR A Certificate/Diploma from an institution recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India equivalent to B.Ed. in Special Education and with a valid C.R.R. number from the Rehabilitation Council of India or (c) A 6-month teaching training in the field of inter-disability, provided that in cases where the commencement of the 6-month teaching training in the field of inter-disability by the Rehabilitation Council of India has not started, the eligibility will be relaxed with the condition that the concerned candidate will ensure its completion within 2 years from the date of commencement of the said training course. For the purpose of completing this training, if necessary, a continuous leave of up to 6 months will be considered valid. |
📊 Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria- Educational Qualifications Higher Secondary
| No. | Subject Group | Subject | Subject Code | Academic / Professional Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | General Subjects | 1. Hindi | 201 | Candidates must have completed a postgraduate degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in the specified subject, along with recognition from a recognized university. Alternatively, candidates with a postgraduate degree from a recognized university with at least 45% marks (or equivalent) and meeting the eligibility criteria specified by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) regulations of 2002 and the NCTE regulations of 2007 as of April 3, 2002. OR Candidates must have completed a postgraduate degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in the specified subject, along with recognition from a recognized university, and have completed a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program from an institution accredited by the NCTE. OR Candidates must have completed a postgraduate degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent) in the specified subject and have completed a three-year integrated B.A.B.Ed./B.Sc.B.Ed. program. In case of disputes regarding degree recognition or equivalency, the final decision will be made according to the recommendations of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) regulations (No. 5075). |
| 2. Urdu | 202 | |||
| 3. English | 203 | |||
| 4. Sanskrit | 204 | |||
| 5. Bengali | 205 | |||
| 6. Maithili | 206 | |||
| 7. Maghi | 207 | |||
| 8. Arabic | 208 | |||
| 9. Persian | 209 | |||
| 10. Bhojpuri | 210 | |||
| 11. Pali | 211 | |||
| 12. Prakrit | 212 | |||
| 13. Mathematics | 213 | |||
| 14. Physics | 214 | |||
| 15. Chemistry | 215 | |||
| 16. Biology | 216 | |||
| 17. History | 217 | |||
| 18. Geography | 218 | |||
| 19. Political Science | 219 | |||
| 20. Sociology | 220 | |||
| 21. Economics | 221 | |||
| 22. Philosophy | 222 | |||
| 23. Psychology | 223 | |||
| 24. Home Science | 224 | |||
| 2. | Commerce | Commerce | 225 | A minimum of 50% marks along with a degree from a recognized university in the subject of Commerce, or equivalent. |
| 3. | Computer | Computer | 226 | A minimum of 50% marks in the following subject group from a recognized university / institution in Computer Science: a. Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university or institution in Computer Science. b. B.E. or B.Tech. (Computer Science / IT) or equivalent from a recognized university or institution recognized by the Government of India, or Diploma or equivalent from a recognized university or institution in Computer Science. c. M.Sc. or equivalent from a recognized university or institution in Computer Science or equivalent. d. "Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any subject from a recognized university or institution, and Postgraduate diploma in Computer Science or equivalent from a recognized university or institution, or Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university in Computer Science or equivalent." Note: Qualification of B.Ed. is not mandatory for candidates with Computer Science subject. |
| 4. | Agriculture | Agriculture | 227 | A minimum of 50% marks along with a degree in Agriculture / Horticulture from a recognized university / institute in the following subject group: Agronomy/ Plant Breeding and Genetics/ Entomology/Plant Pathology/Seed Science and Technology/ Soil Science/Horticulture obtaining postgraduate eligibility qualification in any subject from among these subjects will be necessary. Note: In case of any dispute related to a recognized institution, the decision of the administrative department will be final. |
| 5. | Music | Music | 228 | A postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification in Music Education from a recognized university or a recognized board / institution with a minimum of 50% marks. In case of any dispute related to a recognized institution, the decision of the administrative department will be final. |
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Q1.What is the Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria?
The Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria are the set of requirements that candidates must meet to be eligible for appearing in the Bihar Secondary Teachers Eligibility Test.
Q2.What are the age limits for STET eligibility?
The age limits vary based on different categories, with relaxation provided for Divyang candidates, ex-servicemen, and trained applicants.
Q3.What educational qualifications are required?
Candidates need specific academic qualifications aligned with the subject they intend to teach, as well as meeting standards set by recognized institutions.
Q4.Can candidates from other states apply for Bihar STET?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply if they fulfill the eligibility criteria, but preference is often given to Bihar residents.
Q5.Are there relaxations for differently-abled candidates?
Yes, Divyang candidates are given age relaxation and reduced minimum marks requirements in educational qualifications.
Q6.What is the minimum required percentage in educational qualifications?
The minimum required percentage is often 50%, but it may vary based on subject and category.
Q7.Can candidates from any educational background apply?
No, candidates must have relevant educational backgrounds matching the subject they intend to teach.
Q8.Is the Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria the same for all subjects?
No, the criteria may vary depending on the subject group, such as science, arts, commerce, etc.
Q9.Are there any changes to theBihar STET Eligibility Criteria for the current year?
Eligibility criteria may change with each year's official notification, so it's important to refer to the latest guidelines.
Q10.How does the Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria ensure quality teaching?
By setting strict age and qualification standards, the criteria ensure that only competent candidates become eligible to teach in Bihar schools.
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