Bihar STET Eligibility 2025, Age Limit, Qualification

In this article, detailed subject-wise Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria 2025 as set out by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) for Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2025 are discussed. Candidates can check this page for complete information on subject-wise educational qualifications, age limits, and more.

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the Bihar STET 2025 official notification. Bihar STET notification is for recruiting secondary (Class 9-10) and higher secondary (Class 11-12) teachers across different subject groups. To apply for Bihar STET 2025, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria: Indian citizenship, prescribed educational qualifications for the chosen subject, and minimum age as on 01/08/2025.

Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, women, Divyangjan) are eligible for relaxations as per government norms. Review the full eligibility conditions before applying online.

Bihar STET Eligibility Criteria 2025 Overview

Bihar STET is conducted annually to assess the eligibility of teachers for secondary and higher secondary government schools in Bihar. Eligibility depends on nationality, subject-wise academic requirements, and age limits.

Conducting Authority	Bihar School Examination Board
Posts	Secondary & Higher Secondary Teachers
Exam Name	STET 2025
Selection Process	Online Written Exam (CBT)
Age Limit	21 years (min); max as per category
Education	Graduate/PG + B.Ed (as per subject)
Official Website	secondary.biharboardonline.com

Also Read: Bihar STET 2025 Notification: Online Form, Eligibility, Dates & Documents

Bihar STET Eligibility: Nationality Criteria

Before applying for Bihar STET 2025, candidates must check if they meet the nationality rules set by the Bihar School Examination Board. Only Indian citizens are allowed to apply for this exam, and reservation benefits are given only to permanent residents of Bihar state.

• A citizen of India.
• Eligible as per Bihar state norms for teacher recruitment (permanent residents get reservation benefits; out-of-state candidates counted as unreserved).

Bihar STET Subject-wise Educational Qualification

Bihar STET Eligibility requires specific academic and training qualifications based on the subject a candidate wishes to teach. The educational requirements are different for various subjects and depend on whether the post is for secondary or higher secondary classes.

Paper I (Secondary/Class 9–10): Subject-wise Eligibility

For teaching in secondary (Class 9–10) schools, there are separate Bihar STET Eligibility for each subject. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject and a professional teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, for the subject they want to teach.

Subject Group	Educational/Training Qualification
General Subjects (Hindi, English, etc.)	Graduation/PG in relevant subject with 50% marks + B.Ed (NCTE recognized), or 4-year BA.Ed/BSc.Ed
Mathematics	Graduation in Mathematics (with required combinations), B.Ed, or 4-year BSc.Ed
Science	Graduation in Science (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/Maths), B.Ed, or BSc.Ed
Social Science	Graduation in two from History, Geography, Pol. Science, Economics (one must be History/Geo), B.Ed
Physical Education	Bachelor’s in Physical Education (BPEd) or relevant degree with sports/NCC achievements
Music/Lalit Kala (Art)/Dance	Graduate in relevant subject with 50% marks in recognized institution/board
Special School Teacher	Graduate with 50% + B.Ed (Special Education)/Diploma + valid CRR No. from RCI + other criteria

Note: For detailed subject combinations (e.g., for Maths/Science/Social Science), refer to the official notification tables.

Paper II (Higher Secondary/Class 11–12): Subject-wise Eligibility

Candidates aiming to teach in higher secondary (Class 11–12) classes must fulfill subject-specific Bihar STET Eligibility conditions. Usually, a postgraduate degree in the chosen subject with a professional teaching qualification is needed, with some exceptions for technical subjects like Computer Science

Subject Group	Educational/Training Qualification
General Subjects	Postgraduate in relevant subject with 50% (or 45% as per NCTE norms) + B.Ed
Mathematics	PG in Mathematics/Applied Maths + B.Ed or BSc.Ed or 3-yr integrated B.Ed-M.Ed
Physics/Chemistry	PG in Physics/Chemistry etc. + B.Ed or as per notification
Biology (Botany/Zoology)	PG in Botany/Zoology/Life Science/related + B.Ed
Commerce	PG in Commerce with 50%, B.Ed optional
Computer Science	PG/UG in Computer Science/BCA/MCA (see notification for combinations), B.Ed not mandatory
Agriculture	Graduation in Agriculture/Horticulture + PG in specified subfields (see notification)
Music	PG in Music with 50%

• For all language subjects, honors/subsidiary subject criteria and B.Ed requirements apply.
• Computer Science in Paper II doesn’t require B.Ed.
• For reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled), 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks per Bihar rules.

Bihar STET Age Limit 2025

The Bihar STET 2025 exam has a minimum and maximum age limit that all candidates must follow. Age limit is important for Bihar STET Eligibility. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories, but the candidate must verify the age calculation as per the government rules on the specific date.

Category	Maximum Age Limit
General (Male)	37 years
General (Female)/Backward/Extremely Backward	40 years
SC/ST (Male & Female)	42 years
PwD	+10 years (on max limit)
Ex-Servicemen	+3 years (or duration of service, not above 57 yrs)

Only permanent residents of Bihar get reservation/relaxation privileges; outside candidates must apply in General (Male) category.

Bihar STET Minimum Qualifying Marks

To pass the Bihar STET 2025 exam, candidates must score at least the minimum percentage of marks set for their category. These qualifying marks vary based on whether the candidate belongs to the General, OBC, SC, ST, or other reserved groups.

Category	Qualifying Percentage
General	50%
Backward Class	45.5%
Extremely Backward	42.5%
SC/ST/PwD/Women	40%

Bihar STET Work Experience

No work experience is required. Candidates can apply after meeting academic and professional eligibility for the chosen subject.

Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities

Per Bihar government and RPwD Act 2016, benchmark disabilities are eligible for reservation and age relaxation, with detailed suitability listed in the official notification.

For a full list of subjects, eligibility combinations, and specific document requirements for Women/Divyangjan/Reserved categories, refer to the official Bihar STET 2025 notification.

Bihar STET Eligibility 2025: FAQs

Q1. What is the minimum education qualification required for Bihar STET 2025?

• For Secondary (Paper I): Graduation in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and a B.Ed degree from an NCTE-recognized institution. Some relaxations and subject-specific qualifications apply for special subjects like Physical Education, Music, Art, etc.
• For Higher Secondary (Paper II): Postgraduation in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. For Computer Science, B.Ed is not mandatory but specific combinations of degrees are required.

Q2. What is the minimum and maximum age limit for appearing in Bihar STET 2025?

• Minimum age: 21 years as on 01.08.2025.
• Maximum age varies by category:
  • General (Male): 37 years
  • General (Female)/BC/EBC: 40 years
  • SC/ST: 42 years
  • PwD: +10 years relaxation
  • Ex-Servicemen: +3 years or as per actual service, but not above 57 years at application.

Q3. Is there any age or qualifying marks relaxation for reserved categories?

Yes, 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks and age relaxation are applicable for SC, ST, BC, EBC, women, and PwD candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar.

Q4. Does Bihar STET require work experience?

No, there is no work experience required to appear in Bihar STET 2025. Eligible fresh graduates/postgraduates with the required professional degrees can apply.

Q5. Can candidates from outside Bihar apply for STET?

Yes, but they are considered in the “General (Male)” category regardless of gender or other reservation status and are not eligible for any relaxation in age, marks, or fee.