📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET), 2026 – Paper I & Paper II
The Bihar Vidyalaya Pariksha Samiti has released the notification for the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026, a computer-based examination for teacher eligibility certification for Secondary and Higher Secondary schools in Bihar. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 August to 31 August 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Vidyalaya Pariksha Samiti |
| Exam Name | Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET), 2026 |
| Advt. No. | P.R. 183/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Online Application Dates | 17.08.2026 to 31.08.2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | stetregistration.cbrt.co.in |
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:Not Applicable (Eligibility Test)
Papers & Subjects Offered
| Paper | Teaching Level | Subjects Offered (with Codes) |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Secondary Level | Hindi (101), Urdu (102), Bangla (103), Maithili (104), Sanskrit (105), Arabic (106), Farsi (107), Bhojpuri (108), English (109), Mathematics (110), Science (111), Social Science (112), Physical Education (113), Music (114), Fine Arts (115), Dance (116). Special Category: Special School Teacher (Divyang/Special Education) as per NCTE/RCI guidelines. |
| Paper-II | Higher Secondary Level | Hindi (201), Urdu (202), English (203), Sanskrit (204), Bangla (205), Maithili (206), Magahi (207), Arabic (208), Farsi (209), Bhojpuri (210), Pali (211), Prakrit (212), Mathematics (213), Physics (214), Chemistry (215), Zoology (216), History (217), Geography (218), Political Science (219), Sociology (220), Economics (221), Philosophy (222), Psychology (223), Home Science (224), Commerce (225), Computer Science (226), Agriculture (227), Music (228), Botany/Zoology (Life Science stream) (229). |
Eligibility Criteria (As on 01.08.2026)
| Paper | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (Secondary) | Graduation with 50% marks in the relevant subject/subject group + B.Ed. (or equivalent) from an NCTE-recognized institution. (45% relaxation for specified categories). | Minimum: 21 years Maximum: 37 years (UR Male) / 40 years (UR Female, BC, EBC) / 42 years (SC/ST). Relaxation: Divyang (10 years); Ex-Servicemen (Service period + 3 years). |
| Paper-II (Higher Secondary) | Post-Graduation with 50% marks in the relevant subject + B.Ed. (or equivalent) from an NCTE-recognized institution. (45% relaxation for specified categories). |
Note: Detailed qualification norms for Physical Education, Music, Fine Arts, Dance, and Special School Teacher categories are specified in the official notification's Annexures (Parishisht-1 & 2). Candidates must be Indian citizens.
Educational Qualification:Post-specific qualifications as detailed in the eligibility table. All qualifications must be from recognized universities/institutions. Equivalence of degrees will be decided by the Department in consultation with NCTE.
Age Limit:Minimum 21 years as on 01.08.2026. Maximum age varies by category (UR Male: 37, UR Female/BC/EBC: 40, SC/ST: 42). Relaxations for Divyang (10 years) and Ex-Servicemen (Service period + 3 years).
Exam Fee (Online Payment):
- One Paper: ₹960 (General/EWS/BC/EBC) / ₹760 (SC/ST/Divyang).
- Both Papers: ₹1,440 (General/EWS/BC/EBC) / ₹1,140 (SC/ST/Divyang).
- Note: Candidates domiciled outside Bihar are treated as General category.
Exam Pattern & Qualifying Marks:
- Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT), Objective Type.
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes per paper.
- Total Marks: 150 (Subject Content: 100, Teaching Aptitude: 50).
- Negative Marking: No negative marking.
- Qualifying Marks: General (50%), BC (45.5%), EBC (42.5%), SC/ST/Divyang/Women (40%).
- Normalization: Applied for multi-shift exams; final result is based on Normalized Score.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must apply online through the official STET registration portal. No offline applications are accepted.
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to stetregistration.cbrt.co.in.
- Register: Complete first-time registration to generate a User ID and Password (sent via SMS/e-mail).
- Fill the Application Form: Log in and enter accurate personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload Documents: Upload a recent colour photograph (20 KB–200 KB, 3.5cm × 4.5cm) and scanned signature (10 KB–50 KB).
- Preview and Save: Click "Preview" to verify all details; use "Save" to correct errors before final submission.
- Pay Fee: Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit Application: Click "Submit" to finalize. No changes are permitted after final submission.
- Print Confirmation: Download and print a copy of the confirmed application.
Important Dates: Online application opens on 17 August 2026 (afternoon) and closes on 31 August 2026.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 17 August 2026 (afternoon) |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 August 2026 |
🔗 Important Official Links
Official Registration Portal: https://stetregistration.cbrt.co.in
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification
Note: The official notification PDF is available from the provided link. Candidates are advised to read it thoroughly for detailed subject-wise qualification norms and other instructions.
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Online Application Only: Applications are accepted only online. No offline mode is available.
- Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the educational qualification and age criteria for the specific paper (Paper-I or Paper-II) before applying.
- Category Selection: Choose the correct category carefully (UR/BC/EBC/SC/ST/Divyang). This affects the fee, age limit, and qualifying marks. EBC candidates should not select EWS.
- Document Upload: Upload clear photographs and signatures in the prescribed format and size.
- Fee Payment: Pay the correct fee online. No other mode is accepted. Fee is non-refundable.
- Application Preview: Review all details before final submission. No changes are allowed after submission.
- Lifetime Validity: The STET 2026 qualifying certificate has lifetime validity as per Departmental Order dated 22.06.2021.
- Normalization: Be aware that normalization will be applied to scores for multi-shift exams.
- Check Website: Regularly visit the official portal for updates, admit cards, and results.