Bihar STET Exam Date 2026 Announced – CBT from 25 Oct, Admit Card on 18 Oct
The Bihar STET Exam Date 2026 has been announced by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). The Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 will be conducted in computer-based mode from 25-10-2026 to 20-11-2026, and the admit cards will be issued on 18-10-2026 through the official portal stetregistration.cbrt.co.in. Candidates who completed their applications under Advt No. P.R.183/2026 should watch the board's website for the hall ticket and their individual exam schedule.
📋 Overview
| Organization | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Examination | Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | P.R.183/2026 |
| Papers | Paper 1 (classes 9-10), Paper 2 (classes 11-12) |
| Exam mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam window | 25-10-2026 to 20-11-2026 |
| Admit card release | 18-10-2026 (afternoon, expected) |
| Official portal | https://stetregistration.cbrt.co.in/ |
| Board website | https://biharboardonline.com/ |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application began | 17-08-2026 |
| Last date to apply (extended) | 22-09-2026 |
| Fee payment last date | 22-09-2026 |
| Dummy admit card window | 25-09-2026 to 30-09-2026 (2nd window 01-10-2026 to 07-10-2026) |
| Admit card release | 18-10-2026 |
| Exam dates | 25-10-2026 to 20-11-2026 |
| Result | To be notified |
💼 Vacancy Details
Bihar STET 2026 is a qualifying eligibility test, not a direct recruitment against a fixed number of posts. BSEB has therefore announced no vacancy count. Candidates who qualify become eligible to apply for secondary and senior secondary teacher positions in Bihar schools when those recruitments are advertised.
🎓 Eligibility
Paper 1 (classes 9-10): a bachelor's degree in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks along with B.Ed, or a master's degree in the concerned subject with B.Ed, or a bachelor's/master's degree with 45% marks under NCTE norms with B.Ed, or a 4-year integrated B.A. B.Ed / B.Sc. B.Ed course.
Paper 2 (classes 11-12): a master's degree in the concerned subject with at least 50% marks along with B.Ed / B.A. B.Ed / B.Sc. B.Ed, or a master's degree with 45% marks under NCTE norms with B.Ed, or a master's degree with 55% marks with a 3-year integrated B.Ed. M.Ed. course.
Candidates should confirm subject-wise conditions in the official notification before relying on these summaries.
📏 Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)
| Category | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| Maximum age — male (general) | 37 years |
| Maximum age — female / BC / EBC | 40 years |
| Maximum age — SC / ST | 42 years |
| Relaxation | As per BSEB STET rules |
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Single paper — Gen / BC / EBC / EWS | Rs. 960 |
| Single paper — SC / ST / PH | Rs. 760 |
| Both papers — Gen / BC / EBC / EWS | Rs. 1,440 |
| Both papers — SC / ST / PH | Rs. 1,140 |
| Payment mode | Online only — debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI |
🧾 Exam Pattern
| Detail | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 150 questions / 150 marks, 2.5 hours |
| Paper 2 | 150 questions / 150 marks, 2.5 hours |
| Negative marking | None |
📥 How to Download the Admit Card
- Open the official registration portal https://stetregistration.cbrt.co.in/.
- Log in with your user ID and password.
- Open the Bihar STET 2026 admit card link and download the document.
- Verify your name, roll number, photograph, signature, subject, exam date, shift and centre, then take a printout.
- Read the instructions on the admit card and follow them at the examination centre.
🏛 About the Organization
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), Patna, conducts school-level examinations and teacher eligibility tests for the state. The Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test certifies candidates for teaching posts in classes 9-12 in Bihar's schools, and BSEB runs the process end to end — from applications and dummy admit cards to the computer-based examination and result declaration.
🔗 Important Links
- Download Bihar STET 2026 Admit Card (from 18-10-2026)
- BSEB Official Website
- Bihar STET 2026 Exam Date details (discovery source)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Bihar STET 2026 exam be held?
The Bihar School Examination Board will conduct the STET 2026 in computer-based mode from 25-10-2026 to 20-11-2026. Your individual exam date, shift and centre will be printed on the admit card.
When will the Bihar STET 2026 admit card be released?
BSEB will release the Bihar STET 2026 admit cards on 18-10-2026, expected in the afternoon, on stetregistration.cbrt.co.in.
How do I download the Bihar STET 2026 admit card?
Visit stetregistration.cbrt.co.in, log in with your user ID and password, and download the admit card from the available link. Carry a printed copy to the exam centre.
What was the Bihar STET 2026 application window?
Online applications under Advt No. P.R.183/2026 were accepted from 17-08-2026 to 22-09-2026 (extended), with the examination fee payable online by 22-09-2026.
What is the age limit for Bihar STET 2026?
As on 01-08-2026: minimum 21 years; maximum 37 years for male (general), 40 years for female / BC / EBC candidates, and 42 years for SC / ST candidates. Relaxation applies as per BSEB rules.
What is the Bihar STET 2026 exam pattern?
Both papers carry 150 questions for 150 marks with a 2.5-hour duration, and there is no negative marking. Paper 1 is for classes 9-10 and Paper 2 for classes 11-12.
Is there any vacancy number for Bihar STET 2026?
No. STET is an eligibility test, not a vacancy-driven recruitment, so BSEB has announced no post count. Qualifying the test makes candidates eligible for teacher posts in Bihar schools.