Bihar STET 2022 – The Bihar State Teachers Eligibility Test (BSTET) is an annual statewide exam conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). This eligibility test is conducted for candidates who wish to teach in secondary level and higher secondary level classes in schools within Bihar. Candidates can find more details on BSTET 2022 on the official website of Bihar School Examination Board at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. BSTET has two papers – Paper I and Paper II. Interested candidates will be able to find the complete information regarding the BSTET 2022 examination by going through this article
Bihar STET 2022
The date of examination of Bihar STET is to be declared soon along with the release of the official notification commencing the exam. Candidates can find information regarding how to apply, detailed exam pattern, syllabus, mark distribution, details on downloading BSTET admit cards, preparation tips and necessary books in this article.
| Events | Date |
| Bihar STET 2022 notification date | Not yet announced |
| Start of Bihar STET registration | Not yet announced |
| Last date to apply | Not yet announced |
| Last date to remit application fee | Not yet announced |
| Final verification of fee payment | Not yet announced |
| Form correction | Not yet announced |
| Admit card release date | Not yet announced |
| Bihar STET 2022 exam date | Not yet announced |
| Answer key | Not yet announced |
| Result declaration | Not yet announced |
Quick Links
- Application Form
- Application Form Correction
- Admit Card
- Syllabus
- Previous year question paper
- Answer Key
- Result
Overview of Bihar STET
Bihar STET Exam is a statewide exam conducted every year by Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB).
| Exam name | Bihar State Teachers Eligibility Test 2022 |
| Conducting body | Bihar School Examination Board |
| Level of exam | State level examination |
| Year | 2022 |
| Educational qualification | Graduation with B.Ed 50% for General category45% for SC/ST/PwD/Women |
| Application fee | ₹500 for general/OBC/BC category candidates ₹300 for reserved categories |
| Application mode | Online |
| Exam Pattern | Two papers – Paper I and Paper II Both MCQ format |
| Exam mode | Offline |
| Bihar STET Paper | Paper I Paper II |
| Certificate validity | Lifetime validity |
| Official website | biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in |
Bihar STET Notification
The official notification of Bihar STET 2022 has not yet been released by the BSEB on their official website at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. The notification will contain information like date of exam, starting date of registration and last date of application. Candidates can refer to the image below for the official notification for Bihar STET 2019.
Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria
To apply for BSTET 2022 candidates should satisfy the following eligibility criterias. Detailed eligibility criteria information can be found on the official notification of BSTET 2022.
Age
- Minimum Age: 21
- Maximum Age:
- General Category (Male): 37 years
- General Category (Female): 40 years
- OBC/BC Category: 40 years
- SC/ST: 42 years
Educational Qualification
Graduation and B.Ed
- 50% for general category
- 45% for SC/ST/PwD/Women
Bihar STET Application Form
Below given are steps on how to apply for Bihar STET 2022.
- Visit biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the ‘Registration’ button on the dashboard of the homepage
- Provide personal and educational details
- Upload photograph and signature of prescribed size and format
- Remit the fee and submit the application
| Papers | General/OBC | SC/ST |
| Paper I/Paper II | Rs 500 | Rs 300 |
| Both the papers | Rs 800 | Rs 500 |
| Physical Education Teacher | Rs 500 | Rs 300 |
Bihar STET Syllabus
The Bihar STET syllabus for both papers as given below
Paper I
| Sl.No. | Subjects |
| 1. | English |
| 2. | Hindi |
| 3. | Urdu |
| 4. | Sanskrit |
| 5. | Mathematics |
| 6. | Science |
| 7. | Social Science |
Paper II
| Sl.No. | Subjects |
| 1. | English |
| 2. | Mathematics |
| 3. | Physics |
| 4. | Chemistry |
| 5. | Botany |
| 6. | Zoology |
| 7. | Computer Science |
Bihar STET Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for Bihar STET 2022 should be gone through in detail by every candidate. The BSTET exam pattern is the blueprint of the exam and you will understand the mark distribution and weightage for each subject in this section.
| Particulars | Paper I | Paper II |
| Exam mode | Offline | Offline |
| Total marks | 150 | 150 |
| Number of questions | 150 | 150 |
| Number of sections | 2 | 2 |
| Name of the sections | Specific subject/Teaching techniques and reasoning | Specific subject/Teaching techniques and reasoning/ GK |
| Exam duration | 2.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
| Type of questions | MCQ | MCQ |
| Marking scheme | 1 marks for each correct option No negative marking | 1 marks for each correct option No negative marking |
| Medium of the exam | Hindi | Hindi |
For Paper I: Secondary Level (classes 9-10)
| Sections | Number of questions | Marks allotted |
| Specific subject | 100 | 100 |
| Teachers ability and reasoning/ GK | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
For Paper II: Upper Secondary Level (classes 11-12)
| Sections | Number of questions | Marks allotted |
| Specific subject | 100 | 100 |
| Teachers ability and reasoning/ GK (Computer Science) | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Note: The Physical and Health Instructor eligibility test is conducted for 2.5 hours. The exam is conducted in 2 sections of 50 marks each having a total of 100 MCQ. the two sections consist of questions from GK and the specific subject respectively
Bihar STET Preparation
The biggest question that arises after going through the exam pattern is how to start preparing for the BSTET exam. The syllabus might look vast and complicated for a beginner but in this section candidates will be able to find subject wise guidelines for preparation.
- Languages – Urdu/Hindi/Sanskrit/English
For language sections comprehension skills is essential.
Paragraph based questions are mostly asked for language papers.
Candidates can practice those types of questions.
Candidates can also put in effort to improve their vocabulary and grammar with the help of the videos available on YouTube and other learning platforms
- Mathematics
For mathematics, NCERT textbooks are the best way to go.
Solving questions given in the Example sections is also a good practie.
Geometry and Trigonometry based questions of the same model as provided in the NCERT textbooks are often asked.
Practice basic computations without calculators for ensuring speed and accuracy
- Science
Previous year question papers and mock tests are the best way to score more points in the section.
Candidates can also refer to standardized textbooks like the NCERT textbooks.
For Paper I Physics, Chemistry and Biology of class IX and X should be referred to and for Paper II Science text from XI and XII
- Social Studies
History, geography, politics and economics till the 12th level education along with some current affairs from newspaper and digests will help the candidates to ace this section
Bihar STET Preparation Books
Candidates can refer to these below given books to effectively prepare for BSTET.
- CTET: Paper I and II – Child Development and Pedagogy by Sandeep Kumar
- Child development and pedagogy – Disha publication
- CTET & STET- Himanshi Singh
- Success Master CTET Paper-I by Arihant
- Hindi language – Arihant publication
- Hindi vyakaran – Kamta Prasad Guru
- English language – Pearson publication
- Environmental Studies & Pedagogy for CTETs & TETs by CTET Cracker
- Mathematics handbook – Arihant Experts
- Environmental studies – Wiley publication
- Environmental studies and pedagogy for CTET /TET – Om Prakash
- Quick Indian history – Disha experts
- Indian polity – M. Laxmikanth
Bihar STET Admit Card
Candidates can download Bihar STET 2022 admit card from the official website of the Bihar School Examination Board at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. They can login using their BSTET roll number, security key and password to download their admit card. The BSTET 2022 admit card will have details like the candidate’s name, photograph and signature, date, time and venue of the exam and general instructions for the candidate. The print out of the admit card along with a valid original photo identity proof are mandatory for BSTET.
Bihar STET Answer Key
The provisional answer key releases under the circulars and press releases section of the official website of Bihar School Examination Board at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. BSTET 2022 answer key could be utilized by the candidates to find their tentative score. If any incorrect answers are noticed in the answer key of BSTET 2022, candidates can challenge the answer key with proof to back the claim. After the time for challenging the answer key is closed, the BSEB publishes the final/revised answer key.
Bihar STET Result
The Bihar STET result will be released on the official website of BSEB at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. Candidates can visit the website and click on the “Results” tab on the dashboard. A PDF file containing roll numbers of the candidates who qualified in BSTET 2022 opens. Candidates, if qualified, can find their roll number amongst them by entering Cntrl+F followed by their BSTET roll number. Those who qualify the Bihar STET examination will be handed a certification by the BSEB proving eligibility as a secondary level teacher. The certification awarded will have a lifetime validity and is valid only in the state of Bihar.
Bihar STET Cut Off Marks
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) decides the Bihar STET cut off marks and releases it in the official notification itself. The candidates must qualify the decided cut off marks in order to become Bihar STET qualified.
| Category | Cut off Marks |
| General/ OBC | 50% |
| SC/ST/PWD/Woman | 45% |
About BSEB
The Bihar School Examination Board or BSEB was established in 1952 as a statutory body under section 3 of Bihar School Examination Act. This 70 year old institution was founded by the Government of Bihar. Bihar School Examination Board conducts various state level examinations including Teachers eligibility tests like BTET, BSTET etc. BSEB also conducts departmental examinations such as Diploma in Physical Education, Certificate in Physical Education for Bihar state, Simultala Residential Entrance Examinations, Examination for Diploma in Elementary Education etc.
Bihar STET 2022 FAQs
Ans: The exam notification of Bihar STET 2022 has not yet been published on the official website of the BSEB at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in.
Ans: Yes, BSTET is conducted as an eligibility test for secondary level teachers whereas BTET exam is held for primary level teachers.
Ans: General category candidates require 50% and reserved categories like SC/ST/PwD/Women candidates require a minimum of 45% marks to qualify for BSTET.
Graduation in history as major subject and one side subject public adminstration of student from IGNOU is eligible for as per notification of stet 2019 as subject teacher of the social science