The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has issued an official press release regarding the Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE) 4.0 for 2026. Requisitions have been received from the Education Department, SC & ST Welfare Department, and other departments to fill a large number of school teacher posts for Classes 1-5 (Primary), 6-8 (Middle), 9-10 (Secondary/TGT), 11-12 (Senior Secondary/PGT), Special School Teachers, and Headmasters. The total vacancies are expected to exceed 44,000+ (some sources mention 40,000–46,000), making this one of the biggest teacher recruitment drives in Bihar.
This recruitment aims to strengthen government schools across Bihar by appointing qualified teachers under various departments. The official detailed notification (including exact vacancy breakdown by subject/category, application link, syllabus, and exam pattern) is expected to be released soon on the BPSC website bpsc.bih.nic.in. Candidates should regularly check the site for updates, as online applications will follow the notification release.
Key highlights:
- Posts cover Primary, Middle, Secondary, Senior Secondary levels, and specialized roles.
- Opportunities in Education Dept., SC/ST Welfare, and BC/EBC Welfare departments.
- Selection through written competitive exam (TRE), followed by document verification.
- Bihar domicile/reservation benefits apply as per state rules.
This is an excellent chance for teaching aspirants in Bihar to secure stable government jobs with good pay and benefits.
How to Apply for BPSC TRE 4.0 School Teacher Recruitment 2026
Once the official notification is released:
- Visit the official BPSC website: https://bpsc.bih.nic.in/
- Go to the “Online Application” or “Recruitment” section and find the TRE 4.0 link.
- Complete one-time registration (if required) or directly fill the online application form.
- Enter personal details, educational qualifications, subject preferences, category, etc.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates as specified).
- Pay the application fee online (via net banking, card, UPI).
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for records.
- Keep checking the website for admit card, exam date, and further updates.
Apply only through the official portal—no offline or other modes accepted. Read the full notification carefully before applying to avoid errors.
Important Dates for BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026
- Official Press Release/Notice Date: 10-11 February 2026
- Detailed Notification Release: Expected soon (likely late February to March 2026)
- Online Application Start Date: Expected February/March 2026
- Online Application Last Date: Expected March 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified soon after applications close
- Admit Card & Result: To be updated on official site
Dates are tentative based on announcements; confirm on bpsc.bih.nic.in.
Application Fee Details for BPSC TRE 4.0
Application fee details will be specified in the official notification (expected soon). Typically for previous TRE cycles:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹750–₹1000 (tentative)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female (Bihar domiciles): ₹200–₹500 or exempted/reduced
- Payment Mode: Online only (net banking, debit/credit card, UPI)
Fee is non-refundable. Exact amounts and exemptions will be confirmed in the detailed advertisement.
Selection Process for BPSC TRE 4.0 School Teacher
- Written Competitive Examination (objective type, covering language, general studies, subject-specific, teaching aptitude).
- No interview for most posts; merit-based on written exam scores.
- Document verification for shortlisted candidates (educational certificates, TET/STET/CTET, caste/income proofs, etc.).
- Final selection subject to verification and Bihar government rules.
- Exam pattern/syllabus to be detailed in notification (similar to previous TRE: Paper I/II based on level).
Age Limit for BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 years (for Primary/Middle) or 21 years (for some levels, tentative).
- Maximum Age: Around 37–42 years (as on 1 August 2025 or cutoff date in notification).
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Female/PwBD as per Bihar Government norms (typically 3–5 years extra; ex-servicemen higher).
- Exact cutoff and relaxations will be in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria for BPSC School Teacher TRE 4.0
Eligibility varies by post level (detailed in notification):
- Primary Teacher (Classes 1-5): 12th with 50% + 2-year D.El.Ed / Graduation + B.Ed / equivalent; CTET/BTET Paper I qualified.
- Middle Teacher (Classes 6-8): Graduation/Post-graduation + B.Ed / D.El.Ed; CTET Paper II qualified.
- Secondary Teacher (TGT, Classes 9-10): Graduation/Post-graduation in relevant subject + B.Ed; STET Paper I qualified.
- Senior Secondary Teacher (PGT, Classes 11-12): Post-graduation in subject + B.Ed; STET Paper II qualified.
- Special provisions for reserved categories and NCTE norms.
- TET/STET/CTET mandatory for most posts.
- Bihar domicile preferred for reservation benefits.
Candidates must meet subject-specific requirements and have valid teaching eligibility test scores.
Salary for BPSC TRE 4.0 School Teachers
- Pay Scale as per 7th Pay Commission (tentative, based on previous TRE):
- Primary/Middle Teachers: ₹25,000–₹32,000+ (Level 6–8) + allowances.
- Secondary (TGT): ₹31,000–₹49,000+ (Level 9).
- Senior Secondary (PGT): ₹47,600–₹1,51,100+ (Level 9–10) + DA, HRA, etc.
- Additional benefits: Pension, medical, leave, promotions.
Exact pay matrix will be in the notification.
FAQs
Q1. When will BPSC TRE 4.0 2026 notification be released? A: Expected soon (late February to March 2026) on bpsc.bih.nic.in; press release already out.
Q2. How many vacancies in BPSC TRE 4.0? A: Over 44,000+ (approx. 40,000–46,000) for Classes 1-12 teachers and Headmasters.
Q3. What is the application fee? A: To be detailed in notification; typically reduced/exempted for reserved categories.
Q4. Is TET/STET required? A: Yes, CTET/STET/BTET qualification mandatory for eligibility.
Q5. What is the selection process? A: Written exam + document verification; no interview for most posts.
Q6. Where to apply? A: Only online at bpsc.bih.nic.in after notification.
For the latest updates, vacancy details, and official PDF, visit https://bpsc.bih.nic.in/ regularly. Prepare early—this is a massive opportunity for Bihar teachers!
