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BPSC TRE 4.0 School Teacher Vacancies 2026, Apply Online
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BPSC TRE 4.0 School Teacher Vacancies 2026, Apply Online - Date Extend

Bihar Public Service Commission, Bihar PSC

Notice Date19 Aug 2026
Last Date to Apply03 Nov 2026(Last Date)

1. Overview

Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the notification for the Fourth Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE-4.0) for recruitment to 32,388 School Teacher posts under the Education Department, Government of Bihar. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official BPSC website.

Key highlights of this notice
FieldDetails
Organization / AuthorityBPSC
Notification TypeOfficial Notice
State PSC19 Aug 202603 Nov 2026(Last Date)
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2. Application Fee

If a candidate applies for more than one school level, the examination fee is payable separately for each category:
Application Fee
FieldDetails
Examination Fee₹100/- per candidate
Biometric Fee₹200/- additionally for candidates who do not provide their Aadhaar number as the identity document in the online application.
  • Classes 1–5
  • Classes 6–8
  • Classes 9–10
  • Classes 11–12
Applicable bank/payment gateway charges are payable separately.

3. Important Dates

Important Dates
FieldDetails
Online Apply Start Date21 September 2026
Online Apply Last DateTo be confirmed from the revised advertisement
Fee Payment Last DateTo be confirmed
Exam DateTo be announced

4. BPSC TRE 4.0 Vacancy Details

BPSC TRE 4.0 Vacancy Details
FieldDetails
Primary School Teacher (Classes 1–5)3,847
Middle School Teacher (Classes 6–8)8,563
Secondary School Teacher (Classes 9–10)3,877
Higher Secondary School Teacher (Classes 11–12)16,101
Total Vacancies32,388

5. Age Limit

Age Limit
FieldDetails
Minimum Age (Classes 1–8)18 Years as on 01 August 2026
Minimum Age (Classes 9–12)21 Years as on 01 August 2026
Maximum Age – UR Male37 Years
Maximum Age – BC / EBC Male & Female40 Years
Maximum Age – UR Female40 Years
Maximum Age – Transgender42 Years
Maximum Age – SC / ST Male & Female42 Years
Age RelaxationApplicable as per notification for government employees, teachers working under Panchayati Raj/Nagar Nikay institutions, PwD candidates and ex-servicemen.

6. Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria
FieldDetails
NationalityIndian Citizen
Primary School Teacher (Classes 1–5)Candidates must possess the prescribed educational and professional qualifications, such as Higher Secondary with the required Diploma in Elementary Education, 4-year B.El.Ed., prescribed Diploma in Special Education, or other qualification combinations specified in the notification.
Middle School Teacher (Classes 6–8)Candidates must have the prescribed Graduation/Post-Graduation qualification along with B.Ed., D.El.Ed., B.El.Ed., B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or other applicable professional qualifications as specified for the relevant subject.
Secondary School Teacher (Classes 9–10)Candidates must possess the prescribed subject-wise educational qualification and professional teaching qualification as specified in the notification.
Higher Secondary School Teacher (Classes 11–12)Candidates must possess the prescribed subject-wise educational qualification and professional teaching qualification as specified in the notification.
Classes 1–5 Teacher Eligibility TestCTET Paper-I or BTET Paper-I
Classes 6–8 Teacher Eligibility TestCTET Paper-II or BTET Paper-II
Classes 9–10 Teacher Eligibility TestSTET Paper-I
Classes 11–12 Teacher Eligibility TestSTET Paper-II
STET 2026 CandidatesCandidates appearing in STET 2026 may apply subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification. They must qualify within the prescribed timeline; otherwise, the admit card may not be issued.
Special School TeacherQualification and eligibility requirements are subject to the prescribed RCI requirements.
Other RequirementsCandidates must fulfil the prescribed educational, professional, TET/STET and other eligibility conditions applicable to the respective school level and subject.

7. Teacher Eligibility Test Requirement

Candidates must have qualified:

  • Classes 1–5 : CTET Paper-I or BTET Paper-I
  • Classes 6–8 :CTET Paper-II or BTET Paper-II
  • Classes 9–10 :STET Paper-I
  • Classes 11–12 :STET Paper-II
  • The notification contains a special provision for teachers appointed and working before 2012 who have qualified the prescribed competency examination.

8. Important STET 2026 Provision

Such candidates must qualify STET 2026 before the preliminary examination. The notification states that if the candidate does not qualify STET 2026, the admit card for the preliminary examination will not be issued.

  1. Candidates who possess the required educational and teacher-training qualifications and are appearing in STET 2026 may also apply, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
  2. Such candidates must qualify STET 2026 before the preliminary examination. The notification states that if the candidate does not qualify STET 2026, the admit card for the preliminary examination will not be issued.
  3. Candidates are also required to provide the prescribed evidence and self-declaration as specified by BPSC.

9. Educational Qualification

Primary Teacher – Classes 1–5
  • The notification provides multiple NCTE-prescribed qualification routes, including combinations such as:
  • Higher Secondary with the prescribed minimum marks + Diploma in Elementary Education
  • Higher Secondary + 4-year B.El.Ed.
  • Higher Secondary + prescribed Diploma in Education (Special Education)
  • Graduation + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
  • The notification also contains specific provisions for Urdu and Bangla teacher posts.

10. Middle School Teacher – Classes 6–8

  • Candidates must possess the prescribed combination of:
  • Graduation / Postgraduation
  • B.Ed.
  • Diploma in Elementary Education
  • B.El.Ed.
  • B.A./B.Sc.-Ed. or equivalent prescribed qualification
  • depending on the applicable eligibility route.
  • Mathematics & Science
  • Social Science
  • Language subjects
  • For Mathematics & Science, prescribed graduation-level subjects include combinations involving Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
  • For Social Science, prescribed subjects include combinations involving History, Geography, Political Science, Philosophy, Economics, Commerce, Psychology, Sociology and Home Science.

11. Secondary Teacher – Classes 9–10

The notification provides detailed subject-specific qualifications, including the required postgraduate degree and prescribed professional qualification wherever applicable.

  • The notification also provides separate qualification requirements for subjects such as:
  • Hindi
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Sanskrit
  • Urdu
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • Fine Arts
  • Dance
  • Other notified subjects
Subject-specific graduation combinations must be checked against the official notification before applying.

12. Higher Secondary Teacher – Classes 11–12

For Classes 11–12, the notification specifies subject-wise postgraduate and professional qualification requirements. The listed subjects include areas such as:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • History
  • Geography
  • Political Science
  • Economics
  • Commerce
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Home Science
  • Music
  • Computer Science
  • Hindi
  • Sanskrit
  • English
  • Other notified subjects
The notification provides detailed subject-specific qualifications, including the required postgraduate degree and prescribed professional qualification wherever applicable.

13. BPSC TRE 4.0 Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

  • 1.Preliminary Examination
  • 2.Main Examination
  • 3.Document Verification
  • 4.Final Selection / Appointment
Candidates who qualify the Preliminary Examination will be invited to submit a separate application for the Main Examination.

14. Preliminary Examination Pattern

Particular Details
Subject General Studies
Type Objective / Multiple Choice
Total Questions 150
Total Marks 150
Duration 2 Hours
Negative Marking 1/3 mark for each wrong answer
The Preliminary Examination is a screening examination.
The paper covers areas including:
General Science Current Affairs of National and International Importance Indian History Major features of Bihar's history General Geography Geography of Bihar Important rivers of Bihar Indian Polity Indian Economy Major economic changes in Bihar after Independence Indian National Movement Bihar's contribution to the freedom movement General Mental Ability

15. Important Negative Marking Rule

Each question has five options.

  • Candidates must select one option from the available choices.
  • If a candidate does not want to answer a question, the prescribed unanswered option must be selected.
  • If none of the five options is selected, the question is also subject to 1/3 negative marking according to the notification.

16. Preliminary Exam Minimum Qualifying Marks

Category Minimum Qualifying Marks
General 40%
BC 36.5%
EBC 34%
SC / ST 32%
Women 32%
PwD 32%
The notification specifies that the 32% minimum qualifying provision for women and PwD candidates, along with the applicable horizontal reservation provisions, is available to native residents of Bihar as specified in the notification.

17. How to Apply for BPSC TRE 4.0

Candidates should follow these steps:

  • Step 1 – One Time Registration
  • Visit the BPSC online application portal and complete One Time Registration (OTR).
  • OTR is mandatory for applying to BPSC examinations.
  • Step 2 – Create Profile
  • 1.Personal Information
  • 2.Address Information
  • 3.Other Information
  • 4.Qualification Information
  • 5.Experience Information
  • 6.Photo, Signature & Profile Lock
  • The notification specifies that an active email ID and mobile number are required for OTR.
  • Step 3 – Select Advertisement
  • After profile creation and locking, go to New Application and select the relevant TRE-4.0 advertisement/post/category.
  • Step 4 – Pay Examination Fee
  • Select the applicable school level and pay the required examination fee.
  • Remember that candidates applying for multiple school levels must pay the examination fee separately for each category.
  • Step 5 – Complete Application Form
  • Open the application
  • Proceed to Application
  • Verify the details
  • Submit the application
  • Complete the final application submission
  • Step 6 – Download Application
After final submission, candidates should download and print the completed application form and preserve copies of the application and supporting documents.
Complete: After successful payment

18. Documents Required

Candidates should keep the required documents ready, including applicable:

  • Educational qualification certificates
  • Teacher-training certificates
  • CTET / BTET / STET certificates or relevant details
  • Experience certificate, where applicable
  • Reservation/category certificate
  • PwD certificate, where applicable
  • Government employee certificate/NOC, where applicable
  • Ex-serviceman certificate, where applicable
  • Photo identity document
  • Recent passport-size photographs
  • Submitted application form
  • e-Admit Card
The appointment authority will verify the original certificates before appointment.

20. Frequently Asked Questions

BPSC TRE 4.0 is the Fourth Teacher Recruitment Examination conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission for recruitment of School Teachers under the Education Department, Bihar.

Official NotificationApply online