BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026: 33,320 Teacher Posts, Apply Online by 26 October
BPSC TRE 4.0 2026: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the Teacher Recruitment Exam (TRE 4.0) notification under Advertisement No. 15/2026 for 33,320 School Teacher posts from Class 1 to Class 12 in Bihar government schools. The vacancy was first announced as 32,388 and later increased by 932 posts. Online applications started on 25 September 2026, and the last date to apply is 26 October 2026. In this article, ExamYaari explains everything about BPSC TRE 4.0 — vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, application fee, exam pattern, salary and the step-by-step process to apply online.
Table of Contents
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- BPSC TRE 4.0 2026 Overview
- Important Dates
- BPSC TRE 4.0 Vacancy Details
- Application Fee
- Age Limit
- Educational Qualification
- Selection Process
- Exam Pattern
- Salary
- How to Apply Online
- Important Links
- FAQs
BPSC TRE 4.0 Notification 2026 – Overview
| Recruitment Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Exam Name | Teacher Recruitment Exam (TRE 4.0) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 15/2026 (replaces Advt. No. 14/2026) |
| Post Name | School Teacher – Primary, Middle, Secondary & Higher Secondary |
| Total Vacancies | 33,320 (revised from 32,388) |
| Classes | Class 1–5, 6–8, 9–10 and 11–12 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Online | 25 September 2026 – 26 October 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (Objective) + Document Verification |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
BPSC TRE 4.0 Important Dates 2026
BPSC had originally planned the application window earlier but postponed it. The revised schedule is given below. Candidates should finish the fee payment a day before the form deadline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification (Advt. 15/2026) Released | 22 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 25 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 October 2026 |
| BPSC TRE 4.0 Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | Before the exam (to be announced) |
| Result | To be announced |
BPSC TRE 4.0 Vacancy 2026 – Class-wise Details
Through a corrigendum, BPSC added 493 posts for Class 9–10 and 439 posts for Class 11–12, raising the total BPSC TRE 4.0 vacancy from 32,388 to 33,320. The class-wise breakup is:
| Level | Classes | Original Posts | Revised Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | 1 – 5 | 3,847 | 3,847 |
| Middle School Teacher | 6 – 8 | 8,563 | 8,563 |
| Secondary Teacher (TGT) | 9 – 10 | 3,877 | 4,370 |
| Higher Secondary Teacher (PGT) | 11 – 12 | 16,101 | 16,540 |
| Total | 1 – 12 | 32,388 | 33,320 |
Primary Teacher (Class 1–5) – Subject-wise
- General: 3,065
- Urdu: 757
- Bangla: 25
Middle School Teacher (Class 6–8) – Subject-wise
| Subject | Posts |
|---|---|
| Mathematics & Science | 2,188 |
| English | 1,929 |
| Sanskrit | 1,225 |
| Social Science | 1,190 |
| Hindi | 1,096 |
| Urdu | 935 |
Higher Secondary (Class 11–12) – Major Subjects
Class 11–12 has the largest share of BPSC TRE 4.0 posts. Chemistry (3,695), Physics (1,758), English (1,321) and Botany (1,078) have the highest number of vacancies. District-wise roster PDFs for Class 9–10 and 11–12 are available on the BPSC website.
Reservation: Horizontal reservation for women and posts for transgender candidates apply as per Bihar government rules. Check the official notification for the full category-wise table.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹100 (per class level applied) |
| Biometric Fee (only if Aadhaar number is not given) | ₹200 extra |
Pay the fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS or Wallet. If you apply for more than one level (for example, Class 9–10 and Class 11–12), you must pay ₹100 separately for each.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1–5 & 6–8 | 18 years | As per category below |
| Class 9–10 & 11–12 | 21 years | |
| UR Male | — | 37 years |
| UR Female / BC / EBC (Male & Female) | — | 40 years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) / Transgender | — | 42 years |
Additional age relaxation applies to PwBD candidates, ex-servicemen and eligible Bihar government employees as per the rules in the official notification.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Eligibility – Educational Qualification
Primary Teacher (Class 1–5)
- 10+2 with at least 50% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed, or
- 10+2 with 45% marks + 2-year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE 2002 norms), or
- 10+2 with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed, or
- Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed
- Plus: CTET Paper I or Bihar TET (BTET) Paper I qualified
Middle School Teacher (Class 6–8)
- Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed, or
- Graduation / Post Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed, or
- Graduation with 45% marks + B.Ed (NCTE norms), or
- 4-year B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed, or 3-year integrated B.Ed–M.Ed
- Plus: CTET Paper II or BTET Paper II qualified
Secondary Teacher (Class 9–10)
- Graduation / Post Graduation in the relevant subject with 50% marks + B.Ed (or B.Ed Special Education for special schools), or
- 4-year integrated B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed
- Plus: Bihar STET Paper I passed in the concerned subject
Higher Secondary Teacher (Class 11–12)
- Post Graduation in the relevant subject with 50% marks + B.Ed, or
- PG + 4-year integrated B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed, or
- PG with 55% marks + 3-year integrated B.Ed–M.Ed
- Plus: Bihar STET Paper II passed in the concerned subject
Note for STET 2026 candidates: Candidates waiting for the STET 2026 result can apply with a self-declaration. They must qualify STET before the BPSC TRE 4.0 preliminary/written test, otherwise the admit card will not be issued. Candidates from other states can also apply but will be treated as General (Unreserved) category.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Selection Process
- Written Examination – Objective-type (MCQ) test
- Document Verification – Original certificates checked (Aadhaar-linked verification)
- Final Merit List – Prepared on the basis of written exam marks
There is no interview for BPSC TRE 4.0 school teacher posts.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Exam Pattern 2026
- Total questions: 150 | Total marks: 150
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Each question has 5 options (A–E). Mark option E if you don’t want to answer a question.
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer, and also if no option (not even E) is marked.
- Part I (Language) is qualifying — minimum 30% (9 out of 30) required.
| Level | Part | Subject | Questions / Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1–5 | Part I | Language (Qualifying) | 30 |
| Part II | General Studies | 120 | |
| Class 6–8, 9–10 & 11–12 | Part I | Language (Qualifying) | 30 |
| Part II | General Studies | 40 | |
| Part III | Concerned Subject | 80 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| EBC | 34% |
| SC / ST / Women / PwD | 32% |
BPSC TRE 4.0 Salary
Selected teachers get a basic pay plus DA, HRA and other allowances as per Bihar government rules. Based on previous TRE notifications, the approximate basic pay is:
| Post | Basic Pay (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Primary Teacher (Class 1–5) | ₹25,000 |
| Middle School Teacher (Class 6–8) | ₹28,000 |
| Secondary Teacher (Class 9–10) | ₹31,000 |
| Higher Secondary Teacher (Class 11–12) | ₹32,000 |
The in-hand salary is higher once allowances are added. Check the official notification for the exact pay structure.
How to Apply Online for BPSC TRE 4.0 2026
- Visit the official BPSC online portal: bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t already. Use an Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Log in and open the “School Teacher (TRE 4.0) – Advt. No. 15/2026” application.
- Fill in personal, educational and TET/STET details. Keep your BSEB Unique ID ready.
- Upload your recent photograph and signature in the required format.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 per level (before 25 October 2026).
- Check all details, submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
BPSC TRE 4.0 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are there in BPSC TRE 4.0 2026?
There are 33,320 school teacher vacancies in BPSC TRE 4.0. The number was increased from 32,388 after BPSC added 932 posts for Class 9–10 and 11–12.
What is the last date to apply for BPSC TRE 4.0?
The last date to apply online is 26 October 2026. The fee must be paid by 25 October 2026.
When will the BPSC TRE 4.0 exam be held?
BPSC has not announced the exam date yet. It will be released on bpsc.bihar.gov.in, and ExamYaari will update this page as soon as it is out.
What is the application fee for BPSC TRE 4.0?
The fee is ₹100 for all categories, per class level applied for. A ₹200 biometric fee applies only if you do not enter an Aadhaar number.
Can candidates from other states apply for BPSC TRE 4.0?
Yes. Candidates from outside Bihar can apply, but they will be considered in the General (Unreserved) category and will not get reservation benefits.
Is there negative marking in the BPSC TRE 4.0 exam?
Yes. 1/3 mark is deducted for every wrong answer. If you don’t want to answer a question, mark option E to avoid the penalty.
What is the age limit for BPSC TRE 4.0?
The minimum age is 18 years for Class 1–8 and 21 years for Class 9–12. The maximum age is 37 years for UR male, 40 for UR female/BC/EBC and 42 for SC/ST, as on 1 August 2026.
Disclaimer: This information is based on the official BPSC notification and notices. Candidates are advised to read the official notification on bpsc.bihar.gov.in before applying.