Bihar STET 2026 – Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Post Name: Bihar STET 2026
Exam Name: Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET), 2026
Conducting Authority: Bihar School Examination Committee
State: Bihar
Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Application Mode: Online
Application Start Date: 17 August 2026
Last Date: 31 August 2026
Exam Duration: 150 Minutes
Official Website: stetregistration.cbrt.co.in
Short Information
Bihar School Examination Committee has announced the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET), 2026 for eligible candidates who want to appear for the teacher eligibility examination for Secondary and Higher Secondary level subjects in Bihar.
The examination will be conducted through Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates can apply online from 17 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
STET 2026 has two papers:
- Paper-I – Secondary
- Paper-II – Higher Secondary
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / Advertisement | August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Bihar STET 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Paper-I or Paper-II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC / EBC | ₹960 | ₹1440 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹760 | ₹1140 |
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved Male | 37 Years |
| Unreserved Female | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC | 40 Years |
| SC | 42 Years |
| ST | 42 Years |
Educational Qualification
- Graduation
- Post Graduation
- B.Ed.
- B.A.Ed.
- B.Sc.Ed.
- Integrated teacher education qualifications
How to Apply for Bihar STET 2026
Step 1
Visit the official application website.
Step 2
Complete the Registration process.
Step 3
Enter your personal details and generate OTP.
Step 4
Complete registration using the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
Step 5
Login using your User ID and Password.
Step 6
Select STET 2026 and choose the appropriate Paper and Subject.
Step 7
Fill in your educational and other required details.
Step 8
Upload the required documents.
Step 9
Pay the applicable examination fee.
Step 10
Check the complete application using the Preview option.
Step 11
Submit the application form.
Step 12
Download and save a hard copy of the submitted application form.
The application process consists of three main stages: Registration, Form Filling and Payment.
Documents Required
- 10th Certificate & Marksheet
- 12th Certificate & Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate & Marksheet
- Post Graduation Certificate & Marksheet
- B.Ed. Certificate & Marksheet
- Other educational qualification documents, if applicable
- Residence Certificate
- SC/ST Certificate, if applicable
- BC/EBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, if applicable
- PwD Certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate, where applicable
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| STET Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
FAQs – Bihar STET 2026
Q1. What is Bihar STET 2026?
Bihar STET 2026 is the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test for Secondary and Higher Secondary level subjects.
Q2. When will the application start?
The application process starts on 17 August 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 31 August 2026.
Q4. What is the exam duration?
The exam duration is 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes).
Q5. How many marks is the STET exam?
The examination is of 150 marks.
Q6. Is there negative marking?
No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers.
Q7. What is the minimum age?
The minimum age is 21 years as on 01 August 2026.
Q8. What is the application fee?
For General/EWS/BC/EBC candidates, the fee is ₹960 for one paper and ₹1440 for both papers. For SC/ST/PwD candidates, it is ₹760 for one paper and ₹1140 for both papers.
Q9. How many papers are there?
There are two papers: Paper-I for Secondary and Paper-II for Higher Secondary.
Q10. Where can I apply?
Candidates can apply through the official STET application portal.
