Candidates applying for BPSC TRE 4.0 2026 must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed for the teaching level and subject they choose.
The eligibility requirements vary for Primary, Middle School, Secondary and Senior Secondary Teacher posts. Candidates should therefore check their educational qualification, teacher-training qualification, CTET/BTET/STET requirement, age limit and subject combination before submitting the application.
The current BPSC TRE 4.0 recruitment covers 32,388 teacher vacancies across Classes 1 to 12. The application process began on 25 September 2026, with the final application deadline on 26 October 2026.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Eligibility Overview
| Teaching Level | Classes | Basic Qualification | Teacher Eligibility Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | 1–5 | Class 12 + prescribed teacher-training qualification | CTET/BTET Paper I |
| Middle School Teacher | 6–8 | Graduation + B.Ed/B.El.Ed or prescribed equivalent | CTET/BTET Paper II |
| Secondary Teacher | 9–10 | Graduation + B.Ed/B.El.Ed or prescribed equivalent | STET Paper I |
| Senior Secondary Teacher | 11–12 | Post Graduation + B.Ed/B.El.Ed or prescribed equivalent | STET Paper II |
The exact subject-wise eligibility may vary, so candidates should verify the detailed BPSC advertisement before applying.
BPSC TRE Primary Teacher Eligibility: Classes 1–5
Candidates applying for Primary Teacher posts must satisfy the qualification prescribed for teaching Classes 1 to 5.
The current reported eligibility requires candidates to have passed Class 12 along with an approved teacher-training qualification such as:
- D.Ed
- JBT
- B.El.Ed
- Other prescribed equivalent qualification
Candidates must also fulfil the applicable CTET or BTET Paper I requirement.
Primary Teacher Age Limit
For Primary Teacher posts, the reported age range is:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 37 years
The age is calculated with reference to 1 January 2026, while applicable category-wise relaxation is provided according to the recruitment rules.
BPSC TRE Middle School Teacher Eligibility: Classes 6–8
Candidates applying for Middle School Teacher posts generally require:
- Graduation from a recognised university
- B.Ed, B.El.Ed or another prescribed teacher-training qualification
- CTET or BTET Paper II, wherever applicable
The required academic subject combination may depend on the subject for which the candidate applies.
For example, candidates applying for Mathematics and Science, Social Science, Hindi, English, Sanskrit or Urdu posts should check the specific subject requirements mentioned in the detailed advertisement.
Middle School Teacher Age Limit
The reported age range for Middle School Teacher posts is:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 37 years
Category-wise relaxation applies as per the recruitment rules.
BPSC TRE Secondary Teacher Eligibility: Classes 9–10
Candidates applying for Secondary Teacher posts generally need:
- Graduation in the relevant subject or prescribed subject combination
- B.Ed, B.El.Ed or equivalent teacher-training qualification
- STET Paper I
The precise academic combination depends on the subject selected by the candidate.
For example, eligibility for Mathematics may differ from eligibility for English, Hindi, Science or Social Science.
Secondary Teacher Age Limit
For Secondary Teacher posts, the reported age range is:
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 37 years
The age cut-off date for the current recruitment is reported as 1 January 2026.
BPSC TRE Senior Secondary Teacher Eligibility: Classes 11–12
Candidates applying for Senior Secondary Teacher posts generally require:
- Postgraduate qualification in the relevant subject
- B.Ed, B.El.Ed or another prescribed teacher-training qualification
- STET Paper II
Subject-specific eligibility is especially important for Classes 11–12 because candidates apply against individual subjects such as:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Botany
- Zoology
- History
- Geography
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Economics
- Sociology
- Hindi
- English
- Sanskrit
- Urdu
- Computer Science
- Other notified subjects
Candidates should check the detailed subject qualification before applying.
Senior Secondary Teacher Age Limit
The reported age range for Senior Secondary Teacher posts is:
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 37 years
Applicable relaxation is available according to category and recruitment rules.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Age Limit
The basic reported age criteria for TRE 4.0 are:
| Teaching Level | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | 18 years | 37 years |
| Middle School Teacher | 18 years | 37 years |
| Secondary Teacher | 21 years | 37 years |
| Senior Secondary Teacher | 21 years | 37 years |
The cut-off date for age calculation is 1 January 2026.
Reserved-category candidates may receive relaxation according to applicable Bihar government rules.
Candidates should verify the exact category-wise upper-age relaxation from the detailed advertisement before applying.
Is CTET Required for BPSC TRE 4.0?
For Primary and Middle School Teacher posts, the current reported eligibility includes the relevant CTET/BTET paper.
For Classes 1–5
Candidates generally require:
CTET/BTET Paper I
For Classes 6–8
Candidates generally require:
CTET/BTET Paper II
Candidates should check the latest BPSC advertisement for any exemptions, special provisions or equivalent qualifications applicable to their category.
Is STET Required for BPSC TRE 4.0?
For Secondary and Senior Secondary Teacher posts, the current reported eligibility includes STET.
For Classes 9–10
STET Paper I
For Classes 11–12
STET Paper II
Candidates should ensure that their STET subject corresponds with the post and subject for which they are applying.
B.Ed Eligibility for BPSC TRE 4.0
B.Ed is an important teacher-training qualification for several TRE categories, particularly Middle School, Secondary and Senior Secondary posts.
However, possessing a B.Ed alone does not automatically make a candidate eligible for every post.
Candidates must also check:
- Academic subject
- Graduation or postgraduate qualification
- CTET/BTET/STET requirement
- Teaching level
- Age criteria
- Subject combination
Eligibility should therefore always be checked post-wise rather than qualification-wise alone.
B.El.Ed Eligibility
Candidates possessing Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) may be eligible for certain teaching categories subject to the conditions prescribed in the advertisement.
The applicability of B.El.Ed differs by post, so candidates should verify whether it is accepted for the specific teaching level they are applying for.
D.El.Ed / D.Ed Eligibility
Diploma-level elementary teacher-training qualifications are particularly relevant for Primary Teacher recruitment.
Candidates should verify:
- Recognition of the qualification
- Duration of the programme
- Institution recognition
- CTET/BTET status
- Other conditions prescribed in the recruitment rules
Subject-Wise Eligibility
One of the most important parts of BPSC TRE eligibility is the subject requirement.
A candidate may satisfy the general educational qualification but still be ineligible for a particular subject if the academic subject combination does not match the prescribed criteria.
For example, subject-specific conditions may apply for:
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Science
- English
- Hindi
- Sanskrit
- Urdu
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Computer Science
Candidates should therefore check their graduation or postgraduate subjects against the detailed eligibility table.
Nationality Requirement
Candidates applying for the recruitment must fulfil the nationality requirements prescribed by BPSC.
The current recruitment notice invites applications from eligible Indian candidates.
Documents Candidates Should Keep Ready
Applicants should keep relevant documents ready before completing the application form.
These may include:
- Matriculation certificate
- Class 12 certificate
- Graduation certificate and marksheets
- Postgraduate certificate and marksheets
- B.Ed/B.El.Ed/D.El.Ed or equivalent qualification certificates
- CTET/BTET certificate
- STET certificate
- Category certificate
- Domicile/residence-related documents where applicable
- Photograph
- Signature
- Other certificates prescribed by BPSC
Current reporting also notes that candidates may be required to upload educational certificates, STET certificates where applicable, category certificates, live photograph and signature during the application process.
How to Check Whether You Are Eligible
Candidates can follow this simple sequence:
Step 1: Select Your Teaching Level
Choose whether you are applying for:
- Classes 1–5
- Classes 6–8
- Classes 9–10
- Classes 11–12
Step 2: Check Your Academic Qualification
Confirm that your Class 12, graduation or postgraduate qualification matches the requirement.
Step 3: Check Teacher-Training Qualification
Verify whether your B.Ed, B.El.Ed, D.El.Ed or other qualification is accepted.
Step 4: Check CTET/BTET/STET
Confirm the required paper and subject.
Step 5: Check Age
Calculate your age according to the prescribed cut-off date.
Step 6: Verify Subject Combination
Make sure your academic subjects match the post you intend to select.
Common Eligibility Mistakes to Avoid
Candidates should avoid assuming eligibility simply because they possess B.Ed or STET.
Common errors include:
- Selecting the wrong teaching level
- Ignoring subject combination requirements
- Using the wrong STET paper
- Missing the age cut-off date
- Assuming a general qualification automatically applies to all subjects
- Entering incorrect qualification details in the application
- Not checking category certificate requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum age for BPSC TRE 4.0?
The reported minimum age is 18 years for Primary and Middle School Teacher posts and 21 years for Secondary and Senior Secondary posts.
What is the maximum age for BPSC TRE 4.0?
The reported general upper age limit is 37 years, subject to applicable category-wise relaxation.
What is the age cut-off date?
The reported cut-off date for calculating age is 1 January 2026.
Is CTET compulsory for BPSC TRE?
For the current reported eligibility, CTET/BTET is relevant for Primary and Middle School Teacher posts, subject to the detailed recruitment rules.
Is STET required for Classes 9–10?
The reported eligibility for Secondary Teacher posts includes STET Paper I.
Is STET required for Classes 11–12?
The reported eligibility for Senior Secondary Teacher posts includes STET Paper II.
Can a graduate apply for BPSC TRE?
Graduation can satisfy part of the educational requirement for certain teaching levels, particularly Middle and Secondary categories, but candidates must also fulfil the prescribed teacher-training, subject and eligibility-test requirements.
Can a postgraduate candidate apply for Classes 11–12?
Senior Secondary Teacher applicants generally require a relevant postgraduate qualification along with the prescribed teacher-training qualification and STET Paper II.
What to Check Next
After confirming your eligibility, the next important steps are:
- Check BPSC TRE 4.0 Vacancy
- Check your subject-wise vacancy
- Download the syllabus
- Understand the exam pattern
- Analyse previous year papers
- Start preparation
Candidates should always treat the detailed BPSC advertisement and subsequent corrigenda as the final authority for eligibility requirements.
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