BPSC TRE 4.0 Syllabus 2026: Language, General Studies & Subject-wise Topics
The full BPSC TRE syllabus for Class 1–5, 6–8, 9–10 and 11–12 teachers: what comes in the qualifying language part, the General Studies topics, and the subject topics for each class level, with links to solved previous year papers.
यह पेज हिंदी में पढ़ें →BPSC TRE Syllabus at a Glance
Every class level sits one paper of 150 questions in 2 hours 30 minutes. What changes is how those 150 questions are split. For full marking details, see the BPSC TRE exam pattern.
| Class level | Part I: Language | Part II: General Studies | Part III: Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1–5 | 30 (qualifying) | 120 | None |
| Class 6–8 | 30 (qualifying) | 40 | 80 |
| Class 9–10 | 30 (qualifying) | 40 | 80 |
| Class 11–12 | 30 (qualifying) | 40 | 80 |
Part I: Language Syllabus (Qualifying)
This part tests working knowledge of English and one of Hindi, Urdu or Bangla. You need at least 30% here, but the marks are not added to your merit. If you fail this part, the rest of your paper is not counted.
English
- Reading comprehension
- Parts of speech, tenses, articles
- Voice and narration
- Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution
- Idioms and phrases
- Error spotting and sentence correction
Hindi / Urdu / Bangla
- Comprehension of a passage
- Grammar: noun, pronoun, verb, gender, number, tense
- Sandhi, samas, prefixes and suffixes (Hindi)
- Synonyms, antonyms, idioms and proverbs
- Spelling and sentence correction
Level
Questions test everyday, practical use of the language, close to the secondary school level. Basic grammar practice and a few timed comprehension passages are enough for most candidates.
Part II: General Studies Syllabus
General Studies is common to every candidate. Class 1–5 candidates answer 120 GS questions; Class 6–12 candidates answer 40. Questions are based on the school syllabus, but the difficulty matches the minimum qualification for the post you apply for.
| Topic | Class 1–5 | Class 6–12 |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Mathematics | Yes | Yes |
| Mental Ability / Reasoning | Yes | Not listed separately |
| General Awareness and Current Affairs | Yes | Yes |
| General Science | Yes | Yes |
| Indian National Movement | Yes | Yes |
| Geography and Environment | Yes | Yes |
Elementary Mathematics
Number system, HCF and LCM, simplification, ratio and proportion, percentage, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, average, time and work, time and distance, basic algebra, geometry, mensuration and data interpretation.
Mental Ability
Analogy, classification, number and letter series, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense, ranking, clocks and calendars, Venn diagrams and simple puzzles.
General Awareness
Current affairs, Indian polity and Constitution, Indian economy and government schemes, history and culture, awards, sports and important days. Bihar-related facts come up often.
General Science
Physics (motion, force, energy, heat, light, sound, electricity), chemistry (matter, atoms, acids, bases and salts, metals, carbon compounds) and biology (cell, human body, nutrition, diseases, plants and animals).
Indian National Movement
Revolt of 1857, social reform movements, Indian National Congress, Swadeshi, Gandhian movements including Champaran, Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience and Quit India, and independence. Bihar’s role is important.
Geography and Environment
Solar system, Earth, physical and Indian geography, rivers, climate, soils, natural resources, population, and environment topics such as ecosystems, pollution, biodiversity and climate change. Include Bihar geography.
See the real level of these topics in the BPSC TRE 3.0 GS papers: 280 questions with official answers.
Part III: Subjects by Class Level
Class 6–12 candidates answer 80 questions on the subject they apply for. Class 1–5 has no subject part. The subject list below follows the TRE 3.0 and TRE 4.0 notifications; check Advt. No. 15/2026 for the subjects open in your category.
Class 6–8
Mathematics and Science, Social Science, Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu.
Class 9–10
Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili, Arabic, Persian, Music, Fine Arts, Dance, Physical Education.
Class 11–12
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy, Home Science, Computer Science, Accountancy, Business Studies, Entrepreneurship, Music, languages and more.
Subject Syllabus: Main Topic Areas
The subject part follows the NCERT and Bihar SCERT school syllabus for that class level, set at the standard of the qualification required: graduation for Class 9–10 and post-graduation for Class 11–12. The main topic areas for the most common subjects are below.
Class 6–8
Mathematics and Science
- Numbers, fractions, algebra, geometry, mensuration, data handling
- Food, materials, motion, light, electricity, heat
- Living organisms, human body, environment
Social Science
- Ancient, medieval and modern Indian history
- Earth, resources, Indian and Bihar geography
- Constitution, government, social and economic life
Languages (Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu)
- Grammar and usage
- Prose and poetry comprehension
- Literature basics and language teaching
Class 9–10
Mathematics
- Number systems, polynomials, linear equations, quadratic equations
- Coordinate geometry, triangles, circles, trigonometry
- Mensuration, statistics, probability
Science
- Matter, atoms, chemical reactions, acids, metals, carbon compounds
- Motion, force, gravitation, work, sound, light, electricity, magnetism
- Cell, tissues, life processes, heredity, environment
Social Science
- Modern world and Indian history, nationalism
- Physical, resource and economic geography of India
- Democracy, Constitution, economics and development
Class 11–12
Physics
- Mechanics, gravitation, properties of matter, thermodynamics
- Oscillations, waves, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetism
- Optics, modern physics, semiconductors
Mathematics
- Sets, functions, algebra, matrices, determinants
- Calculus: limits, derivatives, integrals, differential equations
- Vectors, 3D geometry, probability, statistics
Chemistry
- Atomic structure, bonding, states of matter, thermodynamics, equilibrium
- Solutions, electrochemistry, kinetics, periodic table, coordination compounds
- Organic chemistry: hydrocarbons, functional groups, biomolecules, polymers
Biology (Botany, Zoology)
- Diversity of life, cell biology, plant and animal physiology
- Reproduction, genetics, evolution
- Biotechnology, ecology, human health
Hindi
- Hindi literature history and major writers
- Prose, poetry and drama
- Grammar, linguistics and Hindi language teaching
Computer Science
- Computer fundamentals, number systems, Boolean logic
- Programming (C, C++, Python), data structures
- DBMS, SQL, networking, operating systems
How to Cover the BPSC TRE Syllabus
A simple order that gets the most marks for your time.
1. Start with past papers
Solve the TRE 3.0 papers before reading anything. They show which topics BPSC asks most and how deep it goes.
2. Subject first, then GS
For Class 6–12, the subject part is 80 of 150 marks. Finish NCERT books for your class level, then move to graduation or PG notes.
3. Keep language light
Part I is only qualifying. One week of grammar and comprehension practice and regular revision is enough.
4. Read current affairs daily
General Awareness changes every year. Follow daily current affairs and keep Bihar-specific notes.
5. Use NCERT for GS science
Class 6–10 NCERT science and social science books cover most GS science, history and geography questions.
6. Test under time
Take full-length mock tests of 150 questions in 150 minutes, and revise every topic you get wrong.
BPSC TRE Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the syllabus of BPSC TRE 4.0?
BPSC TRE 4.0 has three parts: a qualifying language part (English and one of Hindi, Urdu or Bangla), General Studies, and the subject you apply for. Class 1–5 candidates have no subject part and answer 120 GS questions instead.
Which topics come in BPSC TRE General Studies?
Elementary mathematics, general awareness and current affairs, general science, the Indian National Movement, and geography and environment. Mental ability (reasoning) is also part of the Class 1–5 GS syllabus.
Is the language part counted in BPSC TRE merit?
No. The language part is qualifying. You need at least 30% in it, but its marks are not added to your merit.
What is the level of the BPSC TRE subject paper?
Questions follow the NCERT and Bihar SCERT school syllabus for that class level, set at the standard of the required qualification: graduation for Class 9–10 and post-graduation for Class 11–12.
Is the BPSC TRE syllabus the same for Class 6–8, 9–10 and 11–12?
The language and GS parts are the same type for all three. The subject part is different: it depends on the subject and class level you apply for.
Is there a subject part for Class 1–5 in BPSC TRE?
No. Class 1–5 candidates answer 30 language questions and 120 General Studies questions.
Where can I download the official BPSC TRE syllabus PDF?
The official syllabus is part of the BPSC notification at bpsc.bihar.gov.in. You can practise the syllabus with the free BPSC TRE previous year papers on ExamYaari.
Practise the BPSC TRE Syllabus with Real Papers
Free BPSC TRE 3.0 question papers with official answers, mock tests and daily current affairs, in English and Hindi.