BPSC Bihar TRE-4 Notification 2026 – Out for 32388 Teacher Posts
BPSC BIHAR TRE-4.0 RECRUITMENT 2026
SCHOOL TEACHER (CLASSES 1 TO 12)
📢 32,388 Vacancies | Salary ₹32,000
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Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification for the Bihar Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE 4.0) 2026 under Advertisement No. 15/2026 dated 22 September 2026. This new advertisement cancels the earlier Advertisement No. 14/2026 [citation:1][citation:16].
This recruitment drive aims to fill 32,388 vacancies for School Teacher posts across Classes 1 to 5, 6 to 8, 9 to 10, and 11 to 12 in government schools across Bihar. The online application window opens on 25 September 2026 and closes on 26 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5].
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 15/2026 (Revised) [citation:1] |
| Total Vacancies | 32,388 [citation:2][citation:5] |
| Posts | Primary Teacher, Middle School Teacher, Secondary Teacher, Senior Secondary Teacher |
| Application Start Date | 25 September 2026 [citation:2][citation:17] |
| Application Last Date | 26 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 25 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:17] |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 26 October 2026 [citation:1] |
| Official Website | bpsc.bih.nic.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Revised Notification Release | 22 September 2026 [citation:1] |
| Online Application Start | 25 September 2026 [citation:2][citation:17] |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:17] |
| Online Application Close | 26 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Eligibility Cut-off | 26 October 2026 [citation:1] |
| Exam Date | To be notified separately [citation:1][citation:5] |
📊 Vacancy Details (Level-wise)
| Teaching Level | Classes | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | Classes 1 to 5 | 3,847 [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5] |
| Middle School Teacher | Classes 6 to 8 | 8,563 [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5] |
| Secondary Teacher | Classes 9 to 10 | 3,877 [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5] |
| Senior Secondary Teacher | Classes 11 to 12 | 16,101 [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5] |
| Total | 32,388 | |
📌 Subject-wise Highlights (Classes 11-12): Chemistry (3,695), Physics (1,758), English (1,321), Botany (1,078), Psychology (1,030), Urdu (877), Hindi (739), Sanskrit (746), Music (736), Political Science (665), Maths (657), History (608), Zoology (449), Home Science (418), Computer Science (407), Sociology (266), Geography (176), Economics (138), Business Studies (133), Philosophy (80), Accountancy (66), Entrepreneurship (58) [citation:6].
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & TET/STET Requirement:
| Level | Qualification | TET/STET |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (1-5) | Class 12 with D.El.Ed/JBT/B.El.Ed or equivalent [citation:5][citation:6] | CTET Paper-I / BTET Paper-I [citation:1][citation:5] |
| Middle (6-8) | Graduation with B.Ed/B.El.Ed or equivalent [citation:5][citation:6] | CTET Paper-II / BTET Paper-II [citation:1][citation:5] |
| Secondary (9-10) | Graduation in relevant subject with B.Ed [citation:1][citation:5] | STET Paper-I [citation:1][citation:5] |
| Sr. Secondary (11-12) | Post-Graduation in concerned subject with B.Ed [citation:1][citation:5] | STET Paper-II [citation:1][citation:5] |
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026):
| Level | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Primary & Middle (Classes 1-8) | 18 Years [citation:6][citation:15] | 37 Years [citation:6][citation:15] |
| Secondary & Sr. Secondary (Classes 9-12) | 21 Years [citation:6][citation:15] | 37 Years [citation:6][citation:15] |
📌 Age Relaxation: BC/EBC (Male & Female) – 40 Years, Unreserved Female – 40 Years, Transgender – 42 Years, SC/ST – 42 Years [citation:6].
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD | ₹100/- per category [citation:2][citation:5][citation:6] |
📌 Note: Candidates applying for more than one teaching category (e.g., Primary and Middle) must pay the examination fee separately for each category [citation:2]. Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI [citation:2].
📌 Selection Process
| Stage | Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Test | Objective Test (150 Questions, 150 Marks) | Qualifying [citation:8][citation:13] |
| Main Examination | Objective Test (Post-specific structure) | Merit [citation:8][citation:13] |
| Document Verification | Original Documents | Final Verification [citation:5] |
📌 Important: The Preliminary Test is qualifying in nature; marks scored here are not counted for the final merit list. Final selection is based solely on Main Examination performance [citation:8][citation:13].
📘 Exam Pattern
Preliminary Test (Common for All):
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 150 | 150 [citation:8][citation:13] |
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes [citation:8]. Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark per wrong answer [citation:2][citation:5].
Main Examination (Post-wise Structure):
| Level | Part I (Language) | Part II (General Studies) | Part III (Concerned Subject) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary (1-5) | 30 Q (30 M) – Qualifying [citation:3][citation:8] | 120 Q (120 M) [citation:3][citation:8] | – | 150 Q (150 M) |
| Middle (6-8) | 30 Q (30 M) – Qualifying [citation:3][citation:8] | 40 Q (40 M) [citation:3][citation:8] | 80 Q (80 M) [citation:3][citation:8] | 150 Q (150 M) |
| Secondary (9-10) | 30 Q (30 M) – Qualifying [citation:3][citation:8] | 40 Q (40 M) [citation:3][citation:8] | 80 Q (80 M) [citation:3][citation:8] | 150 Q (150 M) |
| Sr. Secondary (11-12) | 30 Q (30 M) – Qualifying [citation:3][citation:8] | 40 Q (40 M) [citation:3][citation:8] | 80 Q (80 M) [citation:3][citation:8] | 150 Q (150 M) |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit Official Website: Go to bpsc.bihar.gov.in [citation:2][citation:5].
- Complete OTR: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done [citation:5][citation:12].
- Login: Log in using your registration credentials [citation:5].
- Select TRE 4.0 Link: Click on the BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment link [citation:2][citation:5].
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal and educational details correctly [citation:5].
- Upload Documents: Upload photo, signature, and required certificates (educational, STET, category) [citation:5].
- Pay Application Fee: Pay ₹100 per category online [citation:2][citation:5].
- Submit: Review and submit the application before 26 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:2].
- Take Printout: Download and save the confirmation page [citation:2].
📌 Important Notes
- This is a revised notification (Advt. No. 15/2026) that cancels the earlier Advertisement No. 14/2026. Candidates should refer only to the latest notification [citation:1][citation:16].
- The application window is from 25 September to 26 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:2].
- The fee payment deadline is 25 October 2026, one day before the application deadline [citation:1][citation:17].
- The eligibility cut-off date is 26 October 2026 [citation:1].
- Candidates must possess the required TET/STET qualification for their chosen level [citation:1][citation:5].
- The exam date will be notified separately on the official website [citation:1][citation:5].
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026?
BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission for 32,388 School Teacher posts in government schools across Bihar [citation:2][citation:5].
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
There are a total of 32,388 vacancies across Primary (3,847), Middle (8,563), Secondary (3,877), and Senior Secondary (16,101) levels [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5].
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 26 October 2026. Fee payment can be made until 25 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:2][citation:17].
Q4. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹100 per category for all candidates. Candidates applying for multiple categories must pay separately for each [citation:2][citation:5][citation:6].
Q5. What is the required educational qualification?
Primary: Class 12 with D.El.Ed/JBT. Middle: Graduation with B.Ed. Secondary: Graduation in relevant subject with B.Ed. Sr. Secondary: Post-Graduation in concerned subject with B.Ed. TET/STET qualification is also mandatory [citation:1][citation:5][citation:6].
Q6. What is the age limit?
Minimum 18 years for Classes 1-8 and 21 years for Classes 9-12. Maximum age is 37 years as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories [citation:6][citation:15].
Q7. What is the salary for these posts?
The salary is ₹32,000 for School Teacher posts [citation:6].
Q8. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Preliminary Test (Qualifying) → Main Examination (Merit) → Document Verification [citation:8][citation:13].
Q9. What is the exam pattern?
Prelims: 150 questions for 150 marks in 2.5 hours. Mains: 150 questions for 150 marks in 2.5 hours (structure varies by level). Negative marking of 1/3rd applies [citation:2][citation:5][citation:8].
Q10. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3rd mark is deducted for each wrong answer [citation:2][citation:5].
Q11. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, eligible Indian citizens can apply, but reservation benefits are available only to Bihar domicile candidates [citation:6].
Q12. How can I apply for BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in between 25 September and 26 October 2026 [citation:1][citation:2].
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