Update, 21 October 2026: BPSC TRE 4.0 now has 33,320 posts, after 932 posts were added for Classes 9–10 and 11–12. Pay your fee by 25 October and submit your form by 26 October 2026.
If you want to teach in a Bihar government school, the next five days matter a lot. The BPSC TRE notification and important dates for TRE 4.0 are out, and the application window closes on 26 October 2026. The fee deadline comes one day earlier, on 25 October 2026.
The big news is the vacancy count. BPSC has raised TRE 4.0 from 32,388 posts to 33,320, and every one of the 932 extra posts is for Classes 9–10 or 11–12. This guide puts it all in one place: where the new posts went, the class-wise totals, the deadlines, the fee, how to apply and what's different from the last cycle. Keep it open while you fill in your form.
Key Takeaways
- BPSC TRE 4.0 runs under Advertisement No. 15/2026, dated 22 September 2026. It replaces the cancelled Advertisement No. 14/2026 of 18 August 2026.
- Vacancies now stand at 33,320. BPSC added 932 posts: 493 for Classes 9–10 and 439 for Classes 11–12.
- Posts for Classes 1–5 (3,847) and 6–8 (8,563) have not changed.
- Online applications run from 25 September to 26 October 2026. The last date to pay the fee is 25 October 2026.
- The exam fee is ₹100 for each class level. If you don't give your Aadhaar number, a ₹200 biometric fee is added.
- D.El.Ed 2024–26 candidates can apply using the web copy of their marksheet.
- Each wrong answer now costs 1/3 mark.
BPSC TRE Notification and Important Dates at a Glance
BPSC has published the TRE 4.0 notification on its official website. You can read the full advertisement, the corrigendum and the revised vacancy lists there.
Read the official TRE 4.0 notification
Here's a quick overview. Each row is explained further down.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Bihar School Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE 4.0) |
| Conducting body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Department | Education Department, Government of Bihar |
| Advertisement number | 15/2026, dated 22 September 2026 |
| Original vacancies | 32,388 |
| Revised vacancies | 33,320 |
| Posts | School teachers for Classes 1–5, 6–8, 9–10 and 11–12 |
| Application mode | Online, after One Time Registration (OTR) |
| Application window | 25 September to 26 October 2026 |
| Fee deadline | 25 October 2026 |
| Exam fee | ₹100 per class level (plus ₹200 biometric fee without Aadhaar) |
| Selection | Objective written exam and document verification, no interview |
| Official website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
If you're new to this exam and want the basics first, our BPSC TRE Overview: Posts, Stages, Pattern & Eligibility explains how the recruitment works from start to finish.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Vacancy 2026: 32,388 Raised to 33,320
BPSC added the 932 posts through a corrigendum to Advertisement No. 15/2026, dated 29 September 2026. They came from a supplementary requisition sent through the General Administration Department, and they are all at the secondary and higher secondary levels. Many of these subjects had few or no posts in the 22 September advertisement, so this is good news if you teach a language or one of the arts.
Where the 932 New Posts Went
| Level | Classes | Additional posts | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | 9–10 | 493 | Dance, Music, Bangla, Fine Arts, Maithili, Arabic, Persian, Special School Teacher |
| Higher Secondary School Teacher | 11–12 | 439 | Maithili, Bhojpuri, Prakrit, Pali, Magahi, Persian, Bangla, Arabic |
| Total | 932 |
According to reports of the corrigendum, Dance (167) and Music (111) got the most new posts in Classes 9–10. In Classes 11–12 the split is reported as Maithili 178, Bhojpuri 81, Prakrit 62, Pali 38, Magahi 32, Persian 23, Bangla 16 and Arabic 9. Check the exact subject-wise and category-wise figures in the official corrigendum before you choose your subject.
Revised Class-wise Vacancies
| Level | Classes | Earlier posts | Added | Revised posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | 1–5 | 3,847 | 0 | 3,847 |
| Middle School Teacher | 6–8 | 8,563 | 0 | 8,563 |
| Secondary Teacher | 9–10 | 3,877 | 493 | 4,370 |
| Higher Secondary Teacher | 11–12 | 16,101 | 439 | 16,540 |
| Total | 32,388 | 932 | 33,320 |
The four levels add up to exactly 33,320. Classes 11–12 still have by far the most posts. BPSC has also published revised district-wise lists for Classes 9–10 and 11–12, as well as a separate district-wise list for transgender candidates, so check your preferred district too.
BPSC TRE Notification and Important Dates: Full Timeline
The application window is open now, but it closes soon.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. 14/2026 (cancelled) | 18 August 2026 |
| Advertisement No. 15/2026 (current notification) | 22 September 2026 |
| Online application and fee payment start | 25 September 2026 |
| Corrigendum adding 932 posts | 29 September 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 25 October 2026 |
| Last date to submit the online application | 26 October 2026 |
| Last date your qualification certificates must be issued | 26 October 2026 (as reported) |
| Written exam and admit card | BPSC will announce these separately |
Why Some Websites Show Different Dates
- Notification date: Some pages still say 18 August 2026. That was the date of the cancelled Advertisement No. 14/2026. Go by the advertisement number: the current one is 15/2026.
- Last date: Most sources give 26 October for the form and 25 October for the fee. A few pages give 25 October for both, and one gives 26 October for both. Pay and submit by 25 October and you're safe whichever is right.
- Certificates: Reports of the notice say your academic, training and eligibility-test certificates must be issued by 26 October 2026. Certificates issued after that date won't count.
- Exam date: BPSC hasn't confirmed one. Some portals guess December 2026 to January 2027, but treat that as a guess until BPSC says so. A short correction window after the deadline has also been mentioned, so keep checking the official site.
Latest for D.El.Ed 2024–26 Candidates: Apply with a Web Marksheet
Many final-year D.El.Ed students worried they would miss this cycle because their printed marksheets hadn't arrived. BPSC has issued a notice allowing them to apply anyway.
Who Can Use the Web Marksheet
According to reports of the notice, you can apply with a web marksheet if:
- you belong to the D.El.Ed 2024–2026 training session,
- you passed the D.El.Ed exam in exam year 2026,
- you upload the web copy of your marksheet in the way the portal asks, and
- you meet every other condition of Advertisement No. 15/2026.
This isn't an exemption from the other rules. If you're in this batch, download the web copy now and check that your name and roll number match your other documents. Then upload it in the education qualification section of the form.
BPSC TRE Application Fee
The fee is low this time. Here's what you'll pay:
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Examination fee (all categories) | ₹100 for each class level |
| Biometric fee | ₹200, only if you don't give your Aadhaar number |
| Bank charges | Extra, as charged by the payment gateway |
Points to note:
- More than one level: The ₹100 is charged separately for each class level. So if you apply for Classes 6–8 and 9–10, you pay twice.
- Aadhaar saves ₹200: If you give your Aadhaar number during registration, you don't pay the biometric fee.
- Older figures: At least one news site still shows ₹750/₹200. Those amounts come from earlier pages. Most coaching portals report ₹100 under Advertisement 15/2026, but the amount shown on the portal when you pay is the one that counts.
How to Apply for BPSC TRE 4.0: Step by Step
The whole process is online. Scan your documents before you start, and set aside an hour when you won't be rushed.
- Visit bpsc.bihar.gov.in and open the online application portal.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR). The new system uses OTR together with a DigiLocker-based profile, so register on the new portal even if you applied for BPSC exams before.
- Build your profile. Fill in your personal details, qualifications and contact details, then upload your photo and signature.
- Choose TRE 4.0. Select Advertisement No. 15/2026, then your class level, subject and category. Check the revised vacancy lists first, especially if you teach a subject that got new posts.
- Upload your documents. D.El.Ed 2024–26 candidates can upload the web marksheet. If you're appearing in STET 2026, use the self-declaration form BPSC has provided.
- Pay the fee online by 25 October 2026.
- Review and submit. Check every entry, then download and save the confirmation page.
Tip: Don't leave this until 26 October. Portals slow down near deadlines, and a failed payment on the last day is stress you don't need.
What Changed from the Last Cycle
From Advertisement 14/2026 to 15/2026
- Advertisement No. 15/2026 cancels and replaces Advertisement No. 14/2026. You must apply under the new advertisement.
- The application window is now 25 September to 26 October 2026.
- Vacancies rose from 32,388 to 33,320 after the 29 September corrigendum.
- The corrigendum is also reported to clarify the pass marks for the teacher eligibility test. Check the exact percentages in the official notice.
- D.El.Ed 2024–26 candidates can apply with a web marksheet.
Compared with TRE 3.0
| Point | TRE 3.0 (2024) | TRE 4.0 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Negative marking | None | 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
| Answer options | 4 options | 5 options (A–E), E means you choose not to answer |
| Exam fee | ₹750 (General); ₹200 (SC, ST, women, PwD) | ₹100 per class level |
| Application system | Earlier portal | New OTR and DigiLocker-based profile |
Negative marking is the change that will affect your strategy most. To skip a question, you must mark Option E. If you leave all five options blank, you still lose 1/3 mark. So accuracy matters as much as speed.
Eligibility in Brief
You need the right degree or diploma for your class level and subject. You also need a qualifying teacher eligibility test (CTET or BTET for Classes 1–8, STET for Classes 9–12), and you must be within the age limit on 1 August 2026. Candidates appearing in STET 2026 can apply using the self-declaration form.
For age limits, relaxations and subject-wise qualifications, read our full guide: BPSC TRE 4.0 Eligibility 2026: Age, STET/CTET & Degree.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection is through an objective written exam followed by document verification. There is no interview. The exam is reported to have 150 questions for 150 marks in 2 hours 30 minutes, with five options per question and 1/3 negative marking.
For the topics in each part, see our BPSC TRE Syllabus and Exam Pattern: Class 1-12 Guide. To find out what you'll earn once you're selected, read BPSC TRE Salary: Class 1-12 Pay, Allowances & In-Hand.
How to Prepare While You Wait for the Exam Date
Once your form is in, put your energy into preparation. These Crown Publications titles cover the pedagogy, Bihar GK and general studies parts of the exam:
- STET SHIKSHAN KALA EVAM ANYA DAKSHTA PRACTICE SETS | PAPER 1 & PAPER 2 | BIHAR SHIKSHAK PATRATA PARIKSHA: pedagogy and teaching-skills practice. It also helps if you're taking STET 2026.
- Bihar General Knowledge For BPSC, BSSC, and All Bihar State Exam: Bihar-specific GK for the general studies part.
- 10 PRACTICE SETS BPSC PRELIMINARY HINDI: timed objective practice in Hindi, so you get used to the five-option format.
- BPSC General Studies - I | बिहार लोक सेवा आयोग सामान्य अध्ययन - I ( मुख्य परीक्षा ): a deeper GS base in history, culture and current issues.
- BPSC ( बिहार लोक सेवा आयोग ) General Studies - II: polity, economy, geography and science for general studies.
A simple plan for the coming weeks:
- Start with SCERT and NCERT textbooks for your subject, then add focused material from our Books for competitive exams.
- Practise under exam conditions. With 1/3 negative marking, timed mocks teach you when to attempt a question and when to mark E. Try our Online test series.
- Read current affairs every day. Spend 20 minutes on our Daily current affairs, with extra attention to Bihar news.
- Revise every week. Short, regular revision works better than last-minute cramming.
Conclusion
Here's a quick recap of the BPSC TRE notification and important dates. TRE 4.0 has 33,320 teaching posts under Advertisement No. 15/2026. That includes 932 new posts: 493 for Classes 9–10 and 439 for Classes 11–12. Pay the ₹100 fee by 25 October and submit your form by 26 October 2026.
Don't let the deadline catch you out. Check the revised subject-wise list, apply in the next day or two, and then settle into steady preparation. Every focused day brings you closer to your own classroom. You've got this. All the best!
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in BPSC TRE 4.0?
There are 33,320 school teacher posts. The notification first listed 32,388, and the 29 September 2026 corrigendum added 932 more: 493 for Classes 9–10 and 439 for Classes 11–12.
What are the revised class-wise vacancies in BPSC TRE 4.0?
Classes 1–5 have 3,847 posts and Classes 6–8 have 8,563, both unchanged. Classes 9–10 went up from 3,877 to 4,370, and Classes 11–12 from 16,101 to 16,540.
What is the last date to apply for BPSC TRE 4.0?
The last date to submit the online application is 26 October 2026, and the last date to pay the fee is 25 October 2026. A few websites give 25 October for both, so finishing everything by 25 October is the safest choice.
What is the BPSC TRE 4.0 application fee?
The examination fee is ₹100 for each class level you apply for, plus bank charges. If you don't give your Aadhaar number during registration, you also pay a ₹200 biometric fee. Go by the amount the portal shows when you pay.
Can D.El.Ed 2024–26 candidates apply for BPSC TRE 4.0?
Yes. Candidates from the D.El.Ed 2024–2026 session who passed in exam year 2026 can apply by uploading the web copy of their marksheet, as long as they meet all the other conditions of Advertisement No. 15/2026.
Is there negative marking in BPSC TRE 4.0?
Yes. Each wrong answer costs 1/3 mark. Every question has five options (A–E), and you mark E if you don't want to answer. Leaving all five options blank also costs 1/3 mark.
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