BPSC TRE 4.0 Teacher Recruitment 2026 – 32,388 Posts

BPSC TRE 4.0 Teacher Recruitment 2026 – 32,388 Posts

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has invited online applications for the Fourth Phase School Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE-4.0), for filling 32,388 School Teacher posts under the Education Department, Government of Bihar, across Primary, Middle, Secondary and Higher Secondary schools. This article covers the vacancy details, eligibility, exam pattern, fee and how to apply.

Important – Who Can Apply

This recruitment is open only to permanent residents (mool nivasi) of Bihar State. Reservation benefits under any category are admissible only to candidates who are original residents of Bihar.

BPSC TRE 4.0 Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Level-wise Vacancy Details

Middle School posts (classes 6-8) are further divided among Mathematics & Science (2,188), Social Science (1,190), Hindi (1,096), English (1,929), Sanskrit (1,225) and Urdu (935). Higher Secondary posts (classes 11-12) span 22 subjects including Chemistry (3,695 posts, the single largest subject-wise count), Physics (1,758), English (1,321), Urdu (877) and Biology, Mathematics, Social Sciences and other subjects.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of Bihar State.
• Educational and training qualification as prescribed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) from time to time, based on the school level applied for.
• Primary (Classes 1-5): 12th pass with 2-year D.El.Ed, or Graduate with 4-year B.El.Ed, and must have cleared CTET Paper-I or BTET Paper-I.
• Middle (Classes 6-8): Graduate/Postgraduate with B.Ed (or equivalent NCTE-recognized qualification), and must have cleared CTET Paper-II or BTET Paper-II.
• Secondary (Classes 9-10): Graduate/Postgraduate with B.Ed, and must have cleared STET Paper-I.
• Higher Secondary (Classes 11-12): Postgraduate in the relevant subject with B.Ed, and must have cleared STET Paper-II.
• Candidates who have completed their teacher training but are still awaiting STET 2026 results may also apply, but admit card for the Main Examination will be issued only after clearing STET 2026.

Age Limit (As on 01.08.2026)

Application Fee

Rs. 100/- per level applied for, plus applicable bank/online transaction charges. Candidates applying for more than one level (e.g. both Middle and Secondary) must pay the fee separately for each level. An additional Rs. 200/- Biometric Fee is payable by candidates whose Aadhaar Number could not be captured during online application.

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Selection Process

1. Preliminary Examination – objective type (MCQ), 150 marks, 2 hours, covering General Studies. Negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
2. Main Examination – objective type (MCQ), 150 marks, 2 hours, covering the concerned subject. Negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
3. No interview is conducted for this recruitment; final selection is based purely on Main Examination merit.

Minimum qualifying marks in the Preliminary Examination: 40% for General/EWS, 36.5% for EBC, 34% for BC, and 32% for SC/ST/Women/PwBD candidates. Candidates equal to 2.5 to 10 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) will be shortlisted for the Main Examination based on Preliminary Examination performance.

How to Apply

1. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the BPSC website, https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in, if not already registered.
2. Log in using your OTR credentials and complete your profile (Personal, Address, Other, and Qualification Information) through DigiLocker document verification.
3. Fill in the online application form for your chosen school level(s) and subject.
4. Select up to a maximum of 38 districts as your preference for district-wise allotment of posts.
5. Pay the applicable fee online, on or before 29 September 2026.
6. Submit the completed application on or before 30 September 2026.

Important Terms and Conditions

• A candidate can select only one subject for which they hold a valid Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET/STET/BTET) qualification.
• Once the provisional result is published, no supplementary result will be issued.
• Candidates must produce original certificates for education, training, and Teacher Eligibility Test qualification when demanded by the Commission.
• Any candidate found to have submitted false or forged certificates will have their appointment cancelled, with recovery of salary paid, besides other legal action.
• A candidate may participate in this examination a maximum of 5 times, as per Bihar’s Teacher Recruitment (Appointment, Transfer, Disciplinary Action and Service Conditions) Amendment Rules, 2024.

About This Recruitment

BPSC TRE 4.0 is the fourth phase of Bihar’s large-scale school teacher recruitment drive, filling 32,388 posts across the entire school education spectrum from Primary to Higher Secondary level. With Chemistry alone accounting for 3,695 Higher Secondary posts and the Higher Secondary level contributing exactly half the total vacancies, this recruitment represents one of the largest teacher hiring exercises in the country this year, and a major opportunity for STET/CTET/BTET-qualified candidates across Bihar.

Why STET 2026 and TRE 4.0 Are Closely Linked

Candidates should note that clearing the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 is a prerequisite for Secondary and Higher Secondary level applicants under TRE 4.0, and candidates who have completed their required teacher training but are still awaiting STET 2026 results can go ahead and apply for TRE 4.0 now, though their Main Examination admit card will be released only once their STET 2026 qualification is confirmed. This means candidates preparing for STET 2026 should treat it as the first and essential gateway toward securing a Secondary or Higher Secondary teaching post through this recruitment.

How the District Preference System Works

Since BPSC allows each candidate to select up to 38 districts as their preference for subject and category-wise vacancy allotment, and results are published only for the districts a candidate has actually opted for, candidates should choose their district preferences carefully and as broadly as reasonably possible. A candidate who selects only a few districts and does not have vacancies available in their preferred subject/category combination in those specific districts will not have their result published for that level at all, so selecting more districts genuinely improves the chances of being placed.

Why the Higher Secondary Level Dominates This Recruitment

With 16,101 of the 32,388 total vacancies falling under the Higher Secondary level alone, candidates holding a relevant postgraduate degree with B.Ed and a valid STET Paper-II qualification have access to exactly half of all posts in this recruitment cycle. Within Higher Secondary itself, Chemistry, Physics and English together account for a substantial share of the openings, making these three subjects especially competitive but also especially rewarding in terms of sheer number of available seats compared to smaller-vacancy subjects like Economics or Philosophy.

Preparing for a Two-Stage Objective Exam

Since both the Preliminary and Main Examinations in TRE 4.0 are entirely objective-type with identical negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer, candidates should treat accuracy as being just as important as coverage of the syllabus, particularly given that unanswered questions are also penalized if none of the five options is selected. Candidates who already hold a valid CTET, STET or BTET qualification should use their existing subject knowledge as a strong base, while dedicating focused revision time to General Studies for the Preliminary stage and to concept-level depth in their chosen subject for the Main Examination.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many total teacher posts are advertised under BPSC TRE 4.0?

32,388 posts across Primary (3,847), Middle (8,563), Secondary (3,877) and Higher Secondary (16,101) levels.

2. What is the last date to apply?

30 September 2026; fee payment closes on 29 September 2026.

3. What is the application fee?

Rs. 100/- per level applied for, plus bank charges; additional Rs. 200/- Biometric Fee if Aadhaar is not linked.

4. What is the age limit?

Minimum 18 years (Primary/Middle) or 21 years (Secondary/Higher Secondary); maximum 37 to 42 years depending on category.

5. Is this recruitment open to candidates from other states?

No, only permanent residents of Bihar State are eligible.

6. What qualification is required for Primary school teachers?

12th pass with D.El.Ed (or Graduate with B.El.Ed), plus CTET Paper-I or BTET Paper-I.

7. Is STET 2026 mandatory for Secondary/Higher Secondary posts?

Yes, candidates must have cleared STET Paper-I (Secondary) or Paper-II (Higher Secondary).

8. Is there an interview in the selection process?

No, selection is entirely based on the Preliminary and Main Examination; there is no interview.

9. What is the exam pattern?

Both Preliminary and Main Examinations are objective type (MCQ), 150 marks, 2 hours, with negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer.

10. How many times can a candidate attempt this exam?

A maximum of 5 times, as per the Bihar Teacher Recruitment Amendment Rules, 2024.

11. Which subject has the most vacancies?

Chemistry, with 3,695 posts at the Higher Secondary level.

12. How should candidates apply?

Online only, through One Time Registration (OTR) on https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.

13. How many districts can a candidate select as preference?

Up to a maximum of 38 districts.

14. Can a candidate apply for more than one school level?

Yes, but a separate application and fee is required for each level.

15. Who conducts this recruitment examination?

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), Patna.