Last updated: 5 June 2026
Teacher (TGT / PGT) 2026
Teacher (TGT / PGT) 2026: 70,000 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 21-37 years. Qualification: Graduation/Post-Graduation + B.Ed + TET/CTET.
Total Vacancies
70,000
Department
Bihar Public Service Commission
Age Limit
21-37 years
Qualification
Graduation/Post-Graduation + B.Ed + TET/CTET
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Official Note
BPSC Teacher 2026 — Secondary (TGT) and Higher Secondary (PGT). Largest teacher recruitment drive in Bihar.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 1 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 15 April 2026
- Exam Date
- 20 July 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 August 2026
Selection Process
- BPSC TGT/PGT Written Exam — 150 marks
- Subject-specific paper — TGT: secondary level, PGT: higher secondary level
- Document Verification
- Merit list & appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 105 | 150 | 70.0% |
| OBC (NCL) | 98 | 150 | 65.3% |
| SC | 90 | 150 | 60.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Subject Knowledge — specific to chosen teaching subject (80 marks)
- General Studies — science, social studies, current affairs (40 marks)
- Bihar-specific GK — history, geography, governance, culture (20 marks)
- Teaching Aptitude — classroom management, child psychology (10 marks)
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation/Post-Graduation + B.Ed + TET/CTET
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 37 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 40 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 42 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 47 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 August 2026.
Salary & Perks
₹25,000 – ₹56,100
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Bihar Public Service Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Teacher (TGT / PGT) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 37 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Saturday, 1 August 2026.
How do I apply for Teacher (TGT / PGT) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Bihar Public Service Commission (https://bpsc.bih.nic.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Wednesday, 15 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Teacher (TGT / PGT) 2026? v
The closing date was Wednesday, 15 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Monday, 20 July 2026.