Bihar STET 2026 answer key soon: raise objections for Rs 50 per question

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is set to release the provisional answer key for the Bihar Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode examination, held from 25 October to 20 November 2026, will be able to access the answer key on the official website, bsebstet.org.

This release will allow candidates to check their responses, estimate their scores, and submit objections against any discrepancies found in the provisional answer key. The Bihar STET is a state-level eligibility test for individuals aspiring to teach secondary and senior secondary classes in Bihar.

Accessing the Answer Key and Estimating Scores

Upon release, candidates can download the Bihar STET 2026 answer key PDF from bsebstet.org. The answer key will encompass both the Subject-Specific section and the Teaching Art and Other Competencies section of the examination. Candidates are advised to match their recorded responses with the provisional answer key to estimate their scores.

The Bihar STET 2026 exam consists of 150 objective questions, with each correct answer earning 1 mark. There is no negative marking, meaning a candidate’s expected score is simply the total number of correct answers. The total marks for the examination are 150.

Process for Raising Objections

The BSEB will activate an online objection link on bsebstet.org once the provisional answer key is live. Candidates who identify errors in the provisional answer key can raise objections within a specified window. To do so, they will need to log in using their registration details.

Each objection must be supported by valid proof, such as a relevant textbook page or an official reference. A fee of Rs. 50 is charged for challenging each question, payable online. The maximum objection fee for candidates challenging more than five questions is capped at Rs. 250.

Review and Final Answer Key

After the objection window closes, the BSEB will review all valid objections submitted by candidates. Subject experts will scrutinise each challenged question against the provided proof. If an error is confirmed, the board will correct the answer. In some cases, questions may be removed or revised if deemed necessary.

Following this review, the BSEB will publish the Bihar STET final answer key, which will supersede the provisional key. No further objections will be accepted against the final answer key. The results of the Bihar STET 2026 examination will be prepared based on this final answer key.

Previous Year’s Timeline and Qualifying Marks

For context, the Bihar STET 2025 examinations were conducted from 4 October to 25 October 2025. The answer key for Bihar STET 2025 was released on 24 November 2025, with the official window to raise objections activated from 24 to 28 November 2025. The last date for objections was extended to 28 November 2025.

The minimum qualifying marks for Bihar STET 2025 varied by category. General category candidates required 50% (75 marks), while BC category candidates needed 45.5% (68.25 marks). OBC candidates had a requirement of 42.5% (63.75 marks). For SC/ST/PwD and Women categories, the minimum qualifying percentage was 40% (60 marks).

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Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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