BPSC TRE 4.0 (Bihar Teacher Recruitment Examination) 2026 (32,388 Posts) | Advt No. 14/2026
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the notification for the fourth phase of the Bihar Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE 4.0) under Advertisement No. 14/2026. This recruitment covers 32,388 teacher vacancies across Primary, Middle School, Secondary, and Higher Secondary levels in Bihar government schools. The notification was released on 18 August 2026, and online applications will begin on 01 September 2026 and close on 30 September 2026. Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, exam dates, and how to apply, given below.
About the Recruitment
BPSC TRE 4.0 is the fourth phase of Bihar’s massive ongoing teacher recruitment drive, aimed at filling vacant teaching posts across the state’s government school system for Classes 1 to 12. This is one of the largest teacher recruitment exercises in the country this year, offering a stable government teaching career to STET/CTET/TET-qualified candidates. Since this recruitment spans four teaching levels — Primary, Middle School, Secondary, and Higher Secondary — candidates should apply for the specific level and subject matching their qualification and eligibility test scores.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 18/08/2026 |
| Application Begin | 01/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 30/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29/09/2026 |
| Tentative Exam Date | 22–27 September 2026 (as per exam calendar; subject to confirmation) |
| Selection Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification |
Application Fee
| General / EWS / OBC (Male, Other State) | As per official notification |
| Female / SC / ST / PWD (Bihar Domicile) | Concession as per BPSC norms |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI) |
Candidates should keep a copy of the payment receipt safe for future reference. The fee payment deadline is one day before the application closing date, so candidates should not wait until the last moment.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 37 Years (Male) / 40 Years (Female), varies by category |
| Age Relaxation | As per Bihar Government rules for reserved categories |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for Primary Teacher posts (Classes 1–5) must hold a Graduation degree along with a D.El.Ed or B.Ed qualification and a valid CTET/STET/TET score. For Middle School Teacher posts (Classes 6–8), a Graduation degree with B.Ed and valid CTET/STET score is required. For Secondary Teacher posts (Classes 9–10), candidates need a Graduation degree with B.Ed and a valid Bihar STET Paper 1 score. For Higher Secondary Teacher posts (Classes 11–12), a Postgraduate degree with B.Ed and a valid Bihar STET Paper 2 score is required. Candidates are strongly advised to check the detailed official notification PDF for subject-wise and level-wise eligibility before applying.
Vacancy Details (Total: 32,388 Posts)
| Teaching Level | Classes Covered |
|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | Class 1–5 |
| Middle School Teacher | Class 6–8 |
| Secondary Teacher | Class 9–10 |
| Higher Secondary Teacher | Class 11–12 |
These posts will be filled across government schools throughout Bihar, offering candidates a stable teaching career under the Bihar Education Department with salary as per the 7th Pay Commission scale.
Selection Process
Selection for BPSC TRE 4.0 will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) covering subject-specific knowledge along with General Studies and Language sections. Candidates who qualify the CBT based on category-wise cut-off marks will be called for document verification, including verification of their STET/CTET/TET certificates, educational qualifications, and category proof, before final appointment.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, Graduation/Postgraduation certificates and marksheets, B.Ed/D.El.Ed certificate, valid STET/CTET/TET scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification (Advt No. 14/2026) carefully before applying.
- Visit the official website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the BPSC TRE 4.0 Online Application link once it activates on 01 September 2026.
- Register with basic details and create login credentials.
- Select the teaching level, subject, and district preferences carefully.
- Fill in personal, educational, and STET/CTET/TET score details.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee through the available online modes before 29 September 2026.
- Review the form carefully in preview mode before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (Active from 01/09/2026) | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When does the BPSC TRE 4.0 application process start?
Online applications begin on 01 September 2026 and close on 30 September 2026.
Q2. How many total teacher vacancies are announced?
A total of 32,388 vacancies are announced across Primary, Middle, Secondary, and Higher Secondary teaching levels.
Q3. Is STET mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes, a valid STET/CTET/TET score corresponding to the applied teaching level is required.
Q4. When is the BPSC TRE 4.0 exam expected to be held?
As per the current examination calendar, the exam is tentatively scheduled from 22 to 27 September 2026, though this may be revised.