The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced that the online registration process for the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2025 has been postponed due to technical reasons. Originally scheduled to commence on September 11 and conclude on September 19, the application window is now temporarily closed. The board has assured candidates that new registration dates will be announced shortly on the official website, http://secondary.biharboardonline.com
Exam Schedule and Certification
Despite the delay in registration, the examination dates remain unchanged. The STET 2025 is scheduled to take place from October 4 to October 25, 2025. Candidates who successfully clear the exam will be awarded a lifetime-valid STET certificate, which is a mandatory qualification for teaching positions in Bihar’s government secondary and higher secondary schools.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Bihar STET 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
For Secondary Level (Classes 9 and 10):
1) A Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject with a minimum of 50% marks.
2) A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree.
3) Integrated courses such as BA-B.Ed. or B.Sc.-B.Ed. are also accepted.
For Higher Secondary Level (Classes 11 and 12):
1) A Master’s degree in the relevant subject with a minimum of 50% marks.
2) A B.Ed. qualification.
Bihar STET Application Process
Once the registration portal reopens, candidates can follow these steps to apply:
1. Visit the official website: http://secondary.biharboardonline.com
2. Click on the “Bihar STET 2025 Registration” link.
3. Enter the required personal and academic details.
4. Upload necessary documents as per the specifications.
5. Pay the application fee using the available payment options.
6. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Bihar STET Application Fees
The application fee is as follows:
For Paper I or Paper II:
- ₹960 for General/EWS/OBC candidates.
- ₹760 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
For Both Paper I and Paper II:
- ₹1440 for General/EWS/OBC candidates.
- ₹1140 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Important Notes
- There is no negative marking in the STET 2025.
- The exam will consist of multiple-choice questions.
- The STET certificate awarded upon successful completion is valid for a lifetime.
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Stay Updated
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates on the new registration dates and other important information related to the Bihar STET 2025. The BSEB has assured that the revised schedule will be communicated soon.
For further details and updates, visit the official website: http://secondary.biharboardonline.com
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