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Complete subject-wise syllabus, exam pattern, marking scheme, and PET standards — everything you need to prepare.
Objective multiple choice questions
| Level | Language (Qualifying) | General Studies | Subject Paper | Total | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary (Class 1-5) | 30 marks | 120 marks | — | 150 | 2.5 hrs |
| Middle (Class 6-8) | 30 marks | 40 marks | 80 marks | 150 | 2.5 hrs |
| TGT / Secondary (9-10) | 30 marks | 40 marks | 80 marks | 150 | 2.5 hrs |
| PGT / Sr. Secondary (11-12) | 30 marks | 40 marks | 80 marks | 150 | 2.5 hrs |
Language paper: minimum 30% to qualify. Merit is calculated from General Studies + Subject Paper only. No negative marking.
All Levels — Qualifying Only (min 30%)
Hindi / Urdu / Bengali (choose one)
English
Primary Level — Part of General Studies
All Levels — General Studies
All Levels — General Studies
All Levels — General Studies
All Levels — General Studies
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
All Levels — General Studies
History
Geography
Civics & Economics
Primary Level Only — Part of GS (120 marks)
| Subject | Middle (6-8) | TGT (9-10) | PGT (11-12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| English | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sanskrit | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Urdu | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bangla | Yes | Yes | — |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Science (PCB) | Yes | — | — |
| Physics | — | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | — | Yes | Yes |
| Botany / Zoology | — | — | Yes |
| Social Science | Yes | Yes | — |
| History | — | — | Yes |
| Geography | — | — | Yes |
| Political Science | — | — | Yes |
| Economics | — | — | Yes |
| Commerce / Accountancy | — | — | Yes |
| Computer Science | — | Yes | Yes |
| Physical Education | — | Yes | Yes |
| Music | — | Yes | Yes |
| Fine Arts | — | Yes | — |
| Home Science | — | — | Yes |
Primary level (Class 1-5) does not have a separate subject paper — all 150 marks come from Language (qualifying) + General Studies. Middle, TGT, and PGT have an 80-mark subject paper in addition to Language + GS.
Hindi
English
Sanskrit
Urdu
Bangla
Mathematics
Science (PCB)
Physics
Chemistry
Botany / Zoology
Social Science
History
Geography
Political Science
Economics
Commerce / Accountancy
Computer Science
Physical Education
Music
Fine Arts
Home Science
Primary level (Class 1-5) does not have a separate subject paper — all 150 marks come from Language (qualifying) + General Studies. Middle, TGT, and PGT have an 80-mark subject paper in addition to Language + GS.
Step-by-step guide
Single paper of 150 marks (2.5 hours) for each level. MCQ, offline, OMR sheet. Language section is qualifying only (min 30%). Merit based on General Studies + Subject Paper marks.
Category-wise merit list prepared based on written exam marks. TET/STET is a qualifying requirement — not added to merit. No interview or physical test.
Original documents verified — educational certificates, TET/STET scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile, and identity proof. Selected candidates receive appointment letters for Bihar government schools.