The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced the Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) for 2025. This exam determines who is eligible for teaching positions in Bihar’s secondary (Classes 8–10) and senior secondary (Classes 11–12) schools. Aspiring teachers must qualify in this test to apply for teaching jobs at government and government-aided schools in the state.
Exam Timeline and Application Dates
- Notification release: September 10, 2025
- Application period: September 11 to September 19, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
- Exam dates: October 4 to October 25, 2025
- Result declaration: November 1, 2025 (expected)
All eligible candidates should register online during the application window via the official BSEB portal, secondary.biharboardonline.com.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
- Citizenship: Applicants must be Indian citizens.
- Age Limit: Between 21 and 37 years as of August 1, 2025 (reserved categories get relaxations).
- Educational Qualification:
- For Paper I (Secondary Teacher, Classes 8-10): Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject with B.Ed. or B.El.Ed.
- For Paper II (Senior Secondary Teacher, Classes 11-12): Master’s degree in the relevant subject plus B.Ed. or B.El.Ed.
- Computer Science and Commerce subjects have specific degree combinations. Always check the official notification for details.
How to Apply for Bihar STET 2025?
- Visit the Official website secondary.biharboardonline.com.
- Click on “Apply Online for Bihar STET 2025”.
- Register as a new candidate and fill out personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, and submit the form.
- Save a copy of the application and payment receipt for future reference.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Fee – One Paper | Fee – Both Papers |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹960 | ₹1,140 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹760 | ₹1,140 |
Fees may vary based on the category and number of papers selected.
Bihar STET Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2025
- The Bihar STET consists of two papers:
- Paper I: For Secondary level teachers (Classes 8–10)
- Paper II: For Senior Secondary level teachers (Classes 11–12)
- Each paper contains 150 multiple-choice questions, with a total mark of 150.
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes per paper.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Subject-specific syllabus and paper structure are shared in the official notification.
Admit Card and Results
- Admit cards will be made available online ahead of the exam dates.
- Candidates must download and print the hall ticket for entry into the exam hall.
- Results will likely be published on November 1, 2025.
- Qualifiers receive a digital STET certificate with lifetime validity, required for teaching recruitment in Bihar government schools.
Final Words
The Bihar STET 2025 is the essential eligibility exam for anyone who dreams of teaching in Bihar’s government secondary or senior secondary schools. Applicants should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria and complete the application process as early as possible. Stay tuned to the official website for updates on admit cards, exam links, and results.
Also Read:
- Bihar STET Syllabus and Exam Pattern in Hindi: Papers I & II
- Join Online BSTET Paper 1 2025 Target Batch (Hindi Medium)
