How to download Bihar STET admit card 2026
Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB)
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- Online Application Start Date : 17 August 2026
- Online Application Last Date : 22 September 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 22 September 2026
- Dummy Admit Card Release : 25 September – 30 September 2026
- 2nd Dummy Admit Card Release : 01 October – 07 October 2026
- Final Admit Card Available : 18 October 2026
- CBT Exam Date : 25 October – 20 November 2026
- Result Declaration : To be announced
- Single Paper (Paper-I or Paper-II) - General / EWS / BC / EBC / Other State : ₹960/-
- Single Paper (Paper-I or Paper-II) - SC / ST / PWD : ₹760/-
- Both Papers (Paper-I & Paper-II) - General / EWS / BC / EBC / Other State : ₹1440/-
- Both Papers (Paper-I & Paper-II) - SC / ST / PWD : ₹1140/-
- Payment Mode : Online payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, or Mobile Wallet
Candidates must meet the following age criteria calculated as of 01 August 2026:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age (Male - UR): 37 Years
- Maximum Age (Female UR, BC/EBC Male & Female): 40 Years
- Maximum Age (SC / ST Male & Female): 42 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar State Government recruitment rules.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) conducts the State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) to determine candidate eligibility for teaching positions across secondary and higher secondary schools in Bihar. Clearing this state-level entrance exam is mandatory for participating in subsequent Bihar Teacher Recruitment (BPSC TRE) vacancies. Qualified candidates will receive lifetime validity eligibility certificates, opening up prestigious government teaching careers across the state.
The Bihar STET 2026 is an eligibility certification examination. The breakdown of test levels is as follows:
| Exam Paper Level | Target Class Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I (Secondary Teacher) | Class 9 to 10 | Eligibility Test |
| Paper II (Senior Secondary Teacher) | Class 11 to 12 | Eligibility Test |
| Paper Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Paper I (Secondary Teacher - Class 9 to 10) | Bachelor's degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed. degree from a recognized university. 5% marks relaxation for SC/ST/EBC/BC/Divyang candidates. |
| Paper II (Senior Secondary Teacher - Class 11 to 12) | Postgraduate degree in the relevant subject with Second Division along with a B.Ed. degree (B.Ed is not required for Computer Science subject). 5% marks relaxation for SC/ST/EBC/BC/Divyang candidates. |
Follow these steps to download your Bihar STET Admit Card 2026:
- Visit the official candidate login portal at stetregistration.cbrt.co.in/login or bsebstet.org.
- Enter your Application Number / Registered Mobile Number and Password in the login fields.
- Click on the Login button to access your applicant dashboard.
- Locate and click on the 'Download Final Admit Card' link.
- Check all examination details including your shift timing, roll number, test centre venue, and exam guidelines.
- Download the PDF file and print out multiple copies for the examination day.
The selection is based entirely on the Computer Based Test (CBT). The examination comprises multiple-choice questions assessing the candidate's subject-matter knowledge along with teaching methodology and general aptitude. There is no negative marking in the evaluation. Candidates scoring the qualifying percentage marks specified for their category will be declared STET qualified.
Candidates must carry a clear printed copy of their Bihar STET Admit Card along with one valid original photo ID card (such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport). Ensure reporting at the allocated CBT test venue strictly as per the reporting time mentioned on the admit card. No candidate will be permitted entry once the examination center gates are closed.
