Bihar STET 2026: BSEB postpones November 4 exam due to KVS, NVS recruitment tests; revised admit card on October 24

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) announced a postponement of the State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) that was originally set for November 4. The decision was taken after the board identified a clash with recruitment examinations being conducted by the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), both of which attract a large number of candidates from Bihar. To avoid confusion and to ensure that aspirants can appear for all relevant exams without scheduling conflicts, the board decided to shift the STET date and issue a new admit card.

The revised admit card will be released on October 24, giving candidates ample time to prepare for the rescheduled test. BSEB officials have assured that the new date will be communicated well in advance and that the exam pattern, syllabus, and evaluation criteria will remain unchanged. The board also emphasized that the postponement will not affect the overall timeline for teacher recruitment in the state, as the selection process will continue according to the existing framework once the exam is conducted.

For students and teachers in Bihar, the change matters because the STET is a mandatory qualification for securing teaching positions in government schools. Delaying the exam helps avoid the stress of having to choose between multiple competitive exams, thereby allowing candidates to focus on each test individually. The move also reflects the board’s effort to coordinate with central education bodies, ensuring that the state’s education workforce can be built without unnecessary hurdles. Candidates are advised to keep an eye on official notifications and to verify their details on the new admit card once it is released.