BPSC TRE Salary 2026: Basic Pay, Allowances & In-Hand Salary of Bihar Teachers
How much does a BPSC teacher earn? Here is the basic pay for every class level under the Bihar State School Teacher Rules, 2023, the allowances you get on top, the deductions, and how your salary grows after joining.
यह पेज हिंदी में पढ़ें →BPSC Teacher Salary at a Glance
Teachers selected through BPSC TRE join as Vidyalaya Adhyapak (school teacher) under the Bihar State School Teacher (Appointment, Transfer, Disciplinary Action and Service Conditions) Rules, 2023. They are state government employees and get the allowances that other Bihar government employees get.
BPSC TRE Basic Pay by Post
The starting basic pay depends on the class level you are selected for. It is the same for every subject at that level.
| Class level | Post | Starting basic pay (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1–5 | Primary Teacher | ₹25,000 |
| Class 6–8 | Middle School Teacher | ₹28,000 |
| Class 9–10 | Secondary Teacher | ₹31,000 |
| Class 11–12 | Senior Secondary Teacher | ₹32,000 |
Source: Bihar State School Teacher Rules, 2023, approved by the Bihar cabinet on 10 April 2023.
Allowances and Deductions
Your gross salary is your basic pay plus allowances. Some amounts are then deducted before the salary reaches your account.
Dearness Allowance (DA)
A percentage of basic pay, paid at the rate the Bihar government sets for its employees. The rate goes up every few months, so it is the biggest part of your salary growth.
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Depends on where your school is. Teachers posted in bigger cities get a higher HRA than those in villages and small towns.
Other allowances
Medical allowance and other allowances as allowed for Bihar government employees.
NPS contribution
New state employees are covered by the National Pension System. A share of your basic pay plus DA is deducted every month, and the government adds its own contribution.
Professional tax and income tax
Professional tax and, if your income is high enough, income tax (TDS) are deducted from your salary.
Annual increment
Your basic pay goes up every year by the increment set in the service rules, so DA and HRA go up with it.
BPSC Teacher In-Hand Salary
There is no single in-hand figure, because it depends on the DA rate in force, the HRA for your posting and your deductions. The table shows basic pay plus DA at an example DA rate of 53%, to give you an idea. Add HRA and other allowances, then subtract NPS and taxes, to get your actual take-home pay.
| Class level | Basic pay | DA (example: 53%) | Basic + DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1–5 | ₹25,000 | ₹13,250 | ₹38,250 |
| Class 6–8 | ₹28,000 | ₹14,840 | ₹42,840 |
| Class 9–10 | ₹31,000 | ₹16,430 | ₹47,430 |
| Class 11–12 | ₹32,000 | ₹16,960 | ₹48,960 |
This is an illustration, not an official salary slip. Your actual figures depend on the government orders in force when you join.
Probation, Promotion and Transfer
What happens to your job and salary after you join.
Probation
New teachers first serve a probation period. Once it is complete and confirmed, you become a regular teacher in the cadre.
Salary growth
Pay rises through yearly increments and DA revisions, so your salary keeps growing even without a promotion.
Promotion
With experience and the required qualifications, teachers can move to higher posts such as head teacher or headmaster, following the rules of the Education Department.
Transfer
BPSC teachers are state employees, so transfers follow the Bihar Education Department’s transfer policy.
State employee status
Unlike the old contract system, you are a government employee with service rules, leave and other state benefits.
Moving up a level
A teacher who wants a higher basic pay (for example, from Class 1–5 to Class 11–12) can apply for that level in a later TRE, if eligible. See BPSC TRE eligibility.
BPSC Teacher Job Profile
What a Vidyalaya Adhyapak does day to day in a Bihar government school.
- Teaching the assigned subject and classes as per the syllabus
- Planning lessons and completing the course on time
- Taking tests and evaluating students
- Keeping attendance and school records
- Supporting school programmes such as mid-day meal and enrolment drives
- Duties given by the Education Department, such as training and exam work
BPSC Teacher vs Niyojit Shikshak vs Vishisht Shikshak
Bihar has three kinds of government school teachers. Here is how they differ.
| Type | How appointed | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vidyalaya Adhyapak (BPSC teacher) | Selected through BPSC TRE | State government employee under the 2023 rules |
| Niyojit Shikshak | Appointed earlier by local bodies (panchayat, block, municipal bodies) | Contract-based employee of the local body |
| Vishisht Shikshak | Niyojit teachers who passed the competency test (Sakshamta Pariksha) | State government employee |
BPSC TRE Salary: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary of a BPSC TRE teacher?
Starting basic pay is ₹25,000 for Class 1–5, ₹28,000 for Class 6–8, ₹31,000 for Class 9–10 and ₹32,000 for Class 11–12, plus DA, HRA and other allowances.
What is the in-hand salary of a BPSC primary teacher?
It depends on the DA rate, your HRA and deductions. With DA at an example rate of 53%, basic pay plus DA for Class 1–5 comes to ₹38,250, before HRA, other allowances and deductions.
Is a BPSC teacher a government employee?
Yes. Teachers appointed through BPSC TRE are state government employees under the Bihar State School Teacher Rules, 2023.
Do BPSC teachers get DA and HRA?
Yes. They get DA at the rate set by the Bihar government and HRA based on where they are posted, along with other allowances.
Is the salary the same for all subjects?
Yes. Basic pay depends only on the class level, not the subject.
Do BPSC teachers get a pension?
New state employees are covered by the National Pension System (NPS), with contributions from both the teacher and the government.
What is the difference between a BPSC teacher and a Vishisht Shikshak?
A BPSC teacher is selected directly through BPSC TRE. A Vishisht Shikshak is a former niyojit teacher who passed the competency test. Both are state government employees.
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