BPSC TRE 4.0 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What is BPSC TRE 4.0?
BPSC TRE 4.0 is the fourth phase of the Bihar Public Service Commission's Teacher Recruitment Exam for school teachers (Class 1–12) under the Education Department, Bihar. It was notified by Advertisement No. 15/2026 on 22.09.2026.
How many vacancies are there in BPSC TRE 4.0?
33,320 posts in total: 32,388 in Advertisement 15/2026 plus 493 (Class 9–10) and 439 (Class 11–12) added by the corrigendum of 29.09.2026.
When is the BPSC TRE 4.0 exam date?
BPSC has not announced the exam date yet. Online applications ran from 25.09.2026 to 26.10.2026. We post the date here as soon as BPSC announces it.
What is the BPSC TRE 4.0 exam pattern?
One paper of 150 objective questions for 150 marks in 2 hours 30 minutes. For Class 6–12: Part I Language (30, qualifying), Part II General Studies (40) and Part III Subject (80). For Class 1–5: Part I Language (30) and Part II General Studies (120).
Is there negative marking in BPSC TRE 4.0?
Yes. Each question has 5 options; option E means 'not attempting'. A wrong answer costs 1/3 mark, and a question left without marking any option (not even E) also costs 1/3 mark.
Is Computer Science available for Class 9–10 in TRE 4.0?
No. In TRE 4.0, Computer Science is a subject only for Higher Secondary (Class 11–12) teachers, with 407 posts.
What is the eligibility for BPSC TRE 4.0 Computer Science?
With at least 50% marks: B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT), M.Sc. Computer Science/MCA, B.Sc. CS/BCA + any postgraduate degree, B.E./B.Tech + PG Diploma in Computer, PG Diploma in CS + PG, DOEACC 'A'/'B' level + PG, DOEACC 'C' + graduation, or 3-year MCA. B.Ed. is not compulsory for Computer Science. A teacher eligibility test (STET) pass is also needed.
What is the age limit for BPSC TRE 4.0?
Minimum 21 years for Class 9–12 and 18 years for Class 1–8 as on 01.08.2026. Maximum (counted on 01.08.2024): UR men 37, BC/EBC and UR women 40, SC/ST and transgender 42, with extra relaxation for divyang candidates.
What are the minimum qualifying marks?
General 40%, Backward Class 36.5%, Extremely Backward Class 34%, and SC/ST/women/divyang 32%.
What is the salary for BPSC TRE 4.0 Class 11–12 teachers?
Basic pay of ₹32,000 per month plus allowances decided by the state government (Class 9–10: ₹31,000; Class 6–8 and 1–5: pay scales starting ₹28,000 and ₹25,000).
What is the application fee?
₹100 for every candidate plus bank charges. A ₹200 biometric fee is extra if the Aadhaar number is not given.
Is there an interview in BPSC TRE 4.0?
No. Selection is on the written exam only. Merit for Class 6–12 uses Part II + Part III marks; Part I (language) is only qualifying.
Is this the official BPSC website?
No. This is an independent learning platform created by fellow aspirants. Always confirm official information on bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
Are the syllabus and mock tests free?
Yes. The syllabus is always free to read and download (registration needed for downloads), and all current courses and tests are free.