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BPSC TRE 4.0 School Teacher Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 32,388 Teaching Posts Across Bihar

Advt No: Advt. No. 14/2026 (TRE 4.0)

Total Vacancies

32,388 Posts

Eligibility

TWELFTH PASS

Salary Range

₹25,000 - ₹32,000

Last Date to Apply

20 October 2026

About this Recruitment

Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially published the recruitment notification Advt. No. 14/2026 for the School Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE 4.0), announcing a total of 32,388 permanent teaching vacancies across government schools in Bihar. The vacancies are distributed across Primary Teachers for Classes 1–5 (3,847 posts), Middle School Teachers for Classes 6–8 (8,563 posts), Secondary Teachers for Classes 9–10 (3,877 posts), and Higher Secondary Teachers for Classes 11–12 (16,101 posts). Online registration and application submissions commence on 21 September 2026 and conclude on 20 October 2026 at onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in. Candidates must possess the relevant professional qualifications (D.El.Ed or B.Ed) alongside qualifying status in CTET Paper-I/II, BTET Paper-I/II, or Bihar STET Paper-I/II according to the chosen teaching cadre.

✨ Copilot Highlights

Mega recruitment drive featuring 32,388 government teacher positions across four distinct school levels in Bihar.
Higher Secondary section accounts for the largest share with 16,101 vacancies across Science, Arts, and Commerce disciplines.
Comprehensive pay structure under Bihar State Pay Matrix with basic salary ranging from ₹25,000 to ₹32,000 plus full allowances.
Single-stage written examination of 150 objective questions with 1/3 negative marking; no interview for teacher posts.
Women candidates enjoy horizontal and vertical reservation quotas as per Bihar State Government service rules.

Important Dates

Notification Released

18 September 2026

Application Start Date

21 September 2026

Last Date to Apply

20 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Primary School Teacher (Classes 1 to 5 - General, Urdu & Bangla)	3847	TWELFTH PASS
Middle School Teacher (Classes 6 to 8 - Math/Science, Social Science & Languages)	8563	ANY GRADUATE
Secondary School Teacher (Classes 9 to 10 - General & Special School)	3877	ANY GRADUATE
Higher Secondary School Teacher (Classes 11 to 12 - Science, Arts & Commerce)	16101	ANY POST GRADUATE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

37 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 August 2026

Age Relaxations:

Backward Class (BC) & Extremely Backward Class (EBC) Male & Female: +3 Years

Unreserved (UR) Female Candidates: +3 Years

Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) Male & Female: +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 August 2026)

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Educational Eligibility: TWELFTH PASS, ANY GRADUATE, ANY POST GRADUATE, B ED M ED TET

Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Basic Pay ₹25,000 - ₹32,000 (Gross Emoluments ₹40,000 - ₹52,000 / month)

Official Pay Scale

₹25,000 - ₹32,000 Basic Pay + DA, HRA, Medical & CTA

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Basic Pay₹25,000

Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹12,500 - ₹16,000)

House Rent Allowance (HRA)8% to 16% of Basic Pay (₹2,000 - ₹5,120 by City Classification)

Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,500 + DA per month

Other AllowancesMedical Allowance (₹1,000/month), Rural Teaching Allowance

Standard Deductions

NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10% of Basic + DA ~₹3,750 - ₹4,800), Group Insurance (~₹300)

Gross Salary₹40,000 - ₹52,000 / month (depending on post level and location)

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹36,000 - ₹47,000 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Written Examination for Classes 1 to 5 (Primary Teacher)

Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based Objective Multiple-Choice Test)

150 Minutes

Total Marks: 150

Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Part-I: Language Qualifying (English mandatory + Hindi/Urdu/Bangla)	30	30	30 min
Part-II: General Studies (Elementary Math, Reasoning, General Science, Social Science, Indian National Movement, Geography & Environment)	120	120	120 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

Part-I: Language (Qualifying)

English Grammar and Vocabulary (8 Questions)Hindi / Urdu / Bangla Comprehension and Applied Grammar (22 Questions)Minimum 30% qualifying marks required to evaluate Part-II and Part-III

Part-II: General Studies

Elementary Mathematics (Arithmetic, Number Systems, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage)Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning (Series, Analogy, Coding-Decoding)General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology fundamentals)Current Affairs (National and Bihar State events of importance)Indian National Movement (Special focus on Bihar's contribution 1857-1947)Geography & Environmental Studies

Part-III: Subject Domain (Post-Specific)

Mathematics & Science (Classes 6-8)Social Science: History, Civics, Geography, Economics (Classes 6-10)Language Subjects: Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu, MaithiliHigher Secondary Specialized Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, History, Pol. Science, Accountancy, Business Studies, Computer Science

Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

Visit the official BPSC online application portal at onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in.

Click on 'Apply Online' next to Advertisement No. 14/2026 (School Teacher Recruitment Examination - TRE 4.0).

Complete the Candidate Registration form by providing your Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Category, Address, Email ID, and Mobile Number.

Verify registration details via OTP sent to your registered Mobile Number and Email to generate Login Credentials.

Select the relevant Teacher Cadre (Primary, Middle, Secondary, or Higher Secondary) based on your CTET/BTET/STET qualifications.

Upload scanned copies of required documents including Photograph (live webcam capture), Signature (English & Hindi), D.El.Ed/B.Ed Marksheet, CTET/STET Certificate, and Category/Domicile Certificate.

Pay the prescribed application fee through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Review the finalized application preview, submit the form, and download the confirmation copy with application reference number.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Live Webcam Photograph

Clear frontal view against plain background during form submission

Scanned Signature (English & Hindi)

Max 20 KB each, JPG/JPEG format, clear black/blue ink

CTET / BTET / STET Certificate & Marksheet

PDF format, max 100 KB, clear readable copy

D.El.Ed / B.Ed Passing Certificate & Degree

PDF format, max 100 KB

Matriculation (10th) Certificate (DOB Proof)

PDF format, max 100 KB

Bihar Resident Domicile & Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)

PDF format, issued by competent Revenue Authority

Application Fee

General, BC, EBC & Other State Candidates₹750

SC, ST & Female Candidates (Bihar Permanent Residents)₹200

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - 40% or more)₹200

Payment Modes: Internet Banking, Debit Card (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard), Credit Card, UPI (Unified Payments Interface)

Selection Process

Stage 1: Written Examination (Objective Multiple-Choice Test, 150 Questions, 150 Marks, 2 Hours 30 Minutes, 1/3 Negative Marking)

Stage 2: Document Verification (DV) & Biometric Verification of Original CTET / BTET / STET, D.El.Ed / B.Ed, Academic & Reservation Certificates

Stage 3: Preparation of State-Level Merit List based on Marks Obtained in Part-II (General Studies) and Part-III (Concerned Subject) — Part-I Language is Qualifying

Stage 4: District / School Allocation and Medical Fitness Verification by Education Department, Government of Bihar

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies announced in BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026?

BPSC TRE 4.0 has announced 32,388 vacancies distributed across Primary (3,847), Middle (8,563), Secondary (3,877), and Higher Secondary (16,101) teaching cadres.

What are the registration dates for BPSC Teacher 4.0 Recruitment 2026?

The online application window opened on 21 September 2026 and will remain active until 20 October 2026 on the official portal onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in.

Are candidates from other states eligible to apply for BPSC TRE 4.0?

Yes, Indian citizens from any state can apply for general category vacancies in BPSC TRE 4.0, provided they meet the CTET/STET and educational eligibility conditions.

What is the educational qualification required for Classes 1 to 5 Primary Teachers?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 Intermediate with minimum 50% marks, completed a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), and qualified CTET Paper-I or BTET Paper-I.

Is there any negative marking in the BPSC TRE 4.0 written examination?

Yes, there is 1/3 negative marking for each incorrect answer in the 150-mark written examination.

What is the monthly in-hand salary for Secondary and Higher Secondary Teachers?

The in-hand salary ranges between ₹42,000 to ₹47,000 per month for Secondary and Higher Secondary Teachers, factoring in basic pay (₹31,000 - ₹32,000), 50% DA, HRA, and medical allowances.

Salary Range

₹25,000 - ₹32,000

Total Vacancies

32,388 Posts

Last Date to Apply

20 October 2026