The Bihar Secondary Teachers Eligibility Test, also known as Bihar STET 2025, is one of the most awaited recruitment exams in the state. The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), Patna, has announced that the online application process for the exam will begin from 8 September 2025. The detailed STET notification 2025 will soon be released on the official website.
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Candidates aspiring to become teachers in Bihar schools will be able to apply online. The last date to submit the application form is 16 September 2025. Those who qualify the STET exam will be eligible to apply for the BPSC TRE-4 recruitment drive. This recruitment is expected to fill thousands of teaching posts in secondary and higher secondary schools across Bihar.
Bihar STET 2025 Exam Dates and Result
The examination schedule has already been finalized by the Bihar School Examination Board. The STET exam 2025 will be conducted from 4 October to 25 October 2025. The STET result 2025 will be declared on 1 November 2025.
This timeline allows successful candidates to immediately prepare for the next step, the TRE-4 teacher recruitment exam, which will be conducted later in the year.
STET Papers and Subjects
The Bihar STET 2025 will be conducted in two parts, Paper 1 for secondary classes and Paper 2 for higher secondary classes. The syllabus for both papers is aligned with the state curriculum.
Subjects in Paper 1 (Secondary Level)
Paper 1 will be held for the following subjects: Hindi, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili, Sanskrit, English, Bhojpuri, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Economics, Commerce, Political Science, Physical Education, Music, Dance, Fine Arts, and Special Education.
Subjects in Paper 2 (Higher Secondary Level)
Paper 2 will include: Hindi, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili, Sanskrit, English, Bhojpuri, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Economics, Commerce, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Home Science, Arabic, Persian, Computer Science, Agriculture, and Music.
Candidates who qualify either Paper 1 or Paper 2 will be awarded a STET pass certificate with lifetime validity, which is a major advantage compared to earlier limited validity.
Bihar STET 2025 Age Limit
The maximum age limit for candidates is 37 years. However, relaxation has been provided for different categories:
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Women, Backward Class (BC), and Most Backward Class (MBC) candidates get a relaxation of 3 years.
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Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates get a relaxation of 5 years.
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Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are given a relaxation of 10 years.
This ensures wider participation and provides opportunities for deserving candidates from all communities.
Passing Marks for Bihar STET 2025
The Bihar STET 2025 has set different passing marks for different categories. The criteria are as follows:
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General category: 50%
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Backward Class: 45.5%
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Most Backward Class: 42.5%
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Scheduled Caste: 40%
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Scheduled Tribe: 40%
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Women candidates: 40%
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Disabled candidates: 40%
Candidates who meet these marks will be considered qualified and will receive the STET eligibility certificate.
Bihar STET 2025 Exam Pattern
The Bihar STET exam pattern has been designed to test both subject knowledge and teaching aptitude.
For Paper 1 and Paper 2, the exam will have 150 questions in total. Out of these, 100 questions will be from the chosen subject, while 50 questions will assess teaching skills and other competencies. Each question will carry one mark, and there will be no negative marking.
The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. The duration of the exam will be 2 hours and 30 minutes. Questions will be of multiple-choice type (MCQs).
This pattern ensures that both academic knowledge and teaching skills are evaluated equally.
Eligibility Criteria for Bihar STET 2025
The eligibility requirements for Paper 1 and Paper 2 differ depending on the level of teaching.
Paper 1 (Secondary Level) Eligibility
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A bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks along with B.Ed.
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A master’s degree in the relevant subject with B.Ed.
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Candidates with bachelor’s or master’s degree with at least 45% marks and B.Ed. as per NCTE norms.
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A four-year integrated BA B.Ed. or B.Sc. B.Ed. course is also accepted.
Paper 2 (Higher Secondary Level) Eligibility
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A master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and B.Ed.
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A master’s degree with at least 45% marks and B.Ed. as per NCTE norms.
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A master’s degree with 55% marks along with a three-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed. program.
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Four-year integrated B.Ed. programs like BA B.Ed. or B.Sc. B.Ed. are also valid.
Candidates should carefully check the official STET 2025 notification for subject-specific qualifications before applying.
Previous Year STET Result Performance
The results of Bihar STET 2024 reflect the competitive nature of this exam.
In Paper 1, a total of 2,63,911 candidates appeared. Out of these, 1,94,697 candidates qualified, recording a pass percentage of 73.77%.
In Paper 2, 1,59,911 candidates appeared, and 1,03,050 candidates cleared the exam. The overall pass percentage for Paper 2 was 64.44%.
These figures show that although a large number of candidates qualify, the competition is still tough due to the high volume of applicants.
BPSC TRE-4 Teacher Recruitment After STET
The BPSC TRE-4 exam is the fourth phase of the large-scale teacher recruitment drive in Bihar. Only candidates who qualify the Bihar STET 2025 will be eligible to apply for these posts.
The TRE-4 examination will be conducted in December 2025. The exam is scheduled between 16 to 19 December 2025. The TRE-4 result will be released between 20 to 26 January 2026.
This recruitment is expected to fill thousands of vacant posts in government schools across Bihar, making it a golden opportunity for qualified candidates.
Why Bihar STET 2025 is Important
The Bihar STET 2025 is not only a gateway to the prestigious TRE-4 teacher recruitment but also a crucial exam for young graduates and postgraduates aspiring for teaching careers. The lifetime validity of the STET certificate makes it a highly valuable qualification.
Moreover, the state government has been focusing on improving education quality by appointing skilled and qualified teachers. With increasing demand for teachers across secondary and higher secondary levels, the STET exam ensures that only capable candidates enter the system.
How to Prepare for Bihar STET 2025
Candidates planning to appear in Bihar STET 2025 should focus on both their subject knowledge and teaching aptitude. Revision of core subjects is essential, as 100 questions in each paper will come directly from the subject area.
For the teaching aptitude section, candidates should prepare topics like pedagogy, child psychology, classroom management, and evaluation methods. Practicing previous year STET question papers will help understand the pattern better. Online mock tests are also recommended since the exam will be in CBT mode.
The Bihar STET 2025 exam is a major opportunity for aspiring teachers in Bihar. With applications opening on 8 September 2025 and closing on 16 September 2025, candidates must apply on time. The exam will be held from 4 to 25 October 2025, and results will be declared on 1 November 2025.
Qualifying this exam opens the door to the BPSC TRE-4 recruitment, scheduled in December, making it an essential step in a teaching career. With a clear exam pattern, defined eligibility, and lifetime certificate validity, the Bihar STET 2025 is an exam that every eligible candidate should aim for.
As Bihar prepares for another round of teacher recruitment, this exam will play a crucial role in shaping the future of education in the state.
