The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the official notification for the Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (BSTET / STET 2025). This is a golden opportunity for aspirants who wish to secure Bihar Government teaching jobs at the secondary (Classes 9–10) and higher secondary (Classes 11–12) levels.

The Bihar STET Online Application 2025 has started on 19th September 2025 and will remain open until 27th September 2025. Interested candidates must carefully check the eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and application process before applying.

The Bihar STET exam will be held between 04 October and 25 October 2025, and the results are expected in November 2025.

Bihar STET Recruitment 2025 – Key Highlights

Bihar STET 2025 – Application Fee

Candidates must pay the application fee online to complete the registration.

For Paper I or Paper II (Single Paper):

• General / EWS / BC / EBC: ₹960/-

• Other States (All Categories): ₹960/-

• SC / ST / PwD: ₹760/-

For Both Papers (Paper I & II):

• General / EWS / BC / EBC: ₹1440/-

• Other States (All Categories): ₹1440/-

• SC / ST / PwD: ₹1140/-

Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallet.

Bihar STET 2025 – Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 years

• Maximum Age (Male, UR): 37 years

• Maximum Age (Female UR, BC/EBC Male & Female): 40 years

• Maximum Age (SC/ST Male & Female): 42 years

👉 Additional age relaxation will be applicable as per Bihar Government rules.

Bihar STET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for Bihar STET 2025, candidates must fulfill the following:

• For Paper 1 (Classes 9–10):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject

  • B.Ed. or equivalent qualification

• For Paper 2 (Classes 11–12):

  • Master’s Degree in the relevant subject

  • B.Ed. or equivalent qualification

• For Special Subjects (Music, Physical Education, etc.):

  • Diploma or Degree in respective discipline

Bihar STET 2025 Exam Pattern

The Bihar STET exam will have two papers, both conducted in online CBT mode.

• Total Questions: 150

• Total Marks: 150

• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

• Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer, No negative marking

Bihar STET Paper 1 Exam Pattern (Classes 9–10)

Bihar STET Paper 2 Exam Pattern (Classes 11–12)

Bihar STET Syllabus 2025

The Bihar STET syllabus is divided into:

1. Specific Subject: Chosen by the candidate (Hindi, English, Science, Mathematics, Social Science, Agriculture, Music, Fine Arts, etc.)

2. General Subjects: Common for all candidates

Paper 1 Syllabus (Classes 9–10)

• Art of Teaching: Bloom’s Taxonomy, teaching methods, lesson plans, micro-teaching, classroom ecosystem, role of textbooks, teacher qualities, evaluation and assessment.

• General Knowledge: Indian states, capitals, countries, currencies, solar system, sports, world geography.

• Environmental Science: Natural resources (air, water), universe, living organisms, environment, natural phenomena.

• Mathematical Aptitude: Arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, statistics, mensuration, data analysis.

• Logical Reasoning: Number series, blood relations, coding-decoding, direction tests, analogies.

Paper 2 Syllabus (Classes 11–12)

• Art of Teaching: Advanced pedagogy, ICT in teaching, curriculum design, evaluation, experiential learning.

• General Knowledge: Current affairs, sports, polity, important events, geography.

• Environmental Science: Ecology, biodiversity, conservation, environmental issues.

• Mathematical Aptitude: Advanced arithmetic, probability, statistics, data interpretation.

• Logical Reasoning: Analytical reasoning, puzzles, coding-decoding, logical sequences.

• Specific Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, History, Geography, Commerce, Economics, Philosophy, Agriculture Science, Music, Computer Science, etc.

Bihar STET Qualifying Marks 2025

How to Apply Online for Bihar STET 2025?

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official website: secondary.biharboardonline.com.

2. Click on the “Bihar STET Online Form 2025” link.

3. Register using your email ID and mobile number.

4. Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and subject details.

5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and certificates.

6. Pay the application fee through online payment modes.

7. Submit the application and take a printout for reference.

Bihar STET Online Applications Weblinks

Bihar STET 2025 Preparation Tips

• Understand the Syllabus: Break the syllabus into manageable parts.

• Solve Previous Year Papers: Helps identify exam trends.

• Daily MCQ Practice: Boosts speed and accuracy.

• Focus on GK & Current Affairs: Especially Bihar state updates.

• Regular Revision: Revise teaching aptitude and pedagogy topics frequently.

• Take Mock Tests: Simulate exam conditions and self-assess.

Final Thoughts

The Bihar STET Notification 2025 has opened the gateway for aspirants aiming to secure secondary and higher secondary teaching jobs in Bihar Government schools. With applications open from 19th to 27th September 2025, candidates should not delay filling out their forms.