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BIHAR TET Syllabus and Exam Pattern

Bihar Teacher Eligibility Test

Sections
5
Topics
36
Sub-topics
252
Stages
5

The BIHAR TET (Bihar Teacher Eligibility Test) syllabus is organised into 5 sections: Paper I, Paper I, Paper I, Paper I and Paper I. Together they cover 36 topics and 252 sub-topics, tested in Paper I — CDP, Paper I — Hindi (Lang I), Paper I — Lang II and 2 more. Below you will find every section's topics, the exam pattern and answers to common questions.

About the exam and pattern

BIHAR-TET is conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) for eligibility to teach Primary (Class 1-5) and Upper Primary (Class 6-8) in government and aided schools of Bihar. Two papers: Paper I (Class 1-5) and Paper II (Class 6-8). Each paper: 150 MCQs, 2.5 hours, no negative marking. Conducted in Hindi, English, Urdu, and Maithili media. Subjects: CDP, Hindi (Lang I), English/Urdu (Lang II), Mathematics, Environmental Studies (Paper I) or Maths & Science / Social Studies (Paper II).

Exam pattern: Online CBT (Computer Based Test) + BIHAR-TET Certificate (valid 7 years)

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  • Bihar SCERT (Patna) Framework for Child Development

    Bihar State Council of Educational Research and Training, BSEB Approach, NCF 2023 in Bihar, Bihar Pathshala Curriculum

    ~4 marks
  • Principles of Development (Bihar Context)

    Bihar SCERT Definition, Hindi-medium Applications, Maithili/Bhojpuri Tribal Philosophy, Bihar Rural vs Urban Child, Bihar Pathshala Learner Profile

    ~4 marks
  • Theories of Development (Bihar Pathshala Focus)

    Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, Chanakya's Education Philosophy, Nalanda Tradition, Bihar Educational Heritage

    ~4 marks
  • Cognitive Development (BSEB Approach)

    Piaget, Vygotsky, Multiple Intelligence, Brain-based Learning, Maithili/Bhojpuri Cognition, Bihar Pathshala Pedagogy

    ~4 marks
  • Learning Theories (Bihar Pathshala Methods)

    Behaviorist, Cognitive, Constructivist, Humanistic, Bihar Activity-Based Learning, Bihar TLM Approach

    ~4 marks
  • Personality Development (Bihar Perspective)

    Freud, Erikson, Allport, Maithili/Bhojpuri Values, Bhakti Tradition, Mental Health, Bihar Cultural Personality

    ~4 marks
  • Assessment (Bihar SCERT CCE)

    Formative, Summative, Continuous & Comprehensive Evaluation, Bihar CCE Manual, NEP 2020 Bihar, Bihar Achievement Survey

    ~4 marks
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Exam pattern at a glance

Online CBT (Computer Based Test) + BIHAR-TET Certificate (valid 7 years)

High-weightage BIHAR TET topics

  1. 1Hindi Aksharmala (Bihar SCERT)Paper I~5 marks
  2. 2Hindi VyakaranPaper I~5 marks
  3. 3Hindi Shabd RachanaPaper I~5 marks
  4. 4Hindi Sahitya (Bihar)Paper I~5 marks
  5. 5Hindi Bhasha Pedagogy (Bihar Pathshala)Paper I~5 marks
  6. 6Language II Grammar (English/Urdu)Paper I~5 marks
  7. 7Language II ComprehensionPaper I~5 marks
  8. 8Language II VocabularyPaper I~5 marks

BIHAR TET section-wise syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — CDP · 7 topics · 49 sub-topics

  • Bihar SCERT (Patna) Framework for Child Development
  • Principles of Development (Bihar Context)
  • Theories of Development (Bihar Pathshala Focus)
  • Cognitive Development (BSEB Approach)
  • Learning Theories (Bihar Pathshala Methods)
  • Personality Development (Bihar Perspective)
  • Assessment (Bihar SCERT CCE)
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — Hindi (Lang I) · 5 topics · 35 sub-topics

  • Hindi Aksharmala (Bihar SCERT)
  • Hindi Vyakaran
  • Hindi Shabd Rachana
  • Hindi Sahitya (Bihar)
  • Hindi Bhasha Pedagogy (Bihar Pathshala)
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — Lang II · 5 topics · 35 sub-topics

  • Language II Grammar (English/Urdu)
  • Language II Comprehension
  • Language II Vocabulary
  • Language II Writing Skills
  • Language II Pedagogy (Bihar Pathshala)
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — Mathematics · 7 topics · 49 sub-topics

  • Number System (BSEB / Ganit)
  • Arithmetic Operations
  • Measurement (Bihar Traditional Units)
  • Geometry & Patterns (Bihar Madhubani / Aripan)
  • Data Handling (Bihar Local Data)
  • Patterns & Algebra (Bihar Madhubani Patterns)
  • Math Pedagogy (Bihar Pathshala)
Full Paper I syllabus

Paper I

Paper I — EVS · 12 topics · 84 sub-topics

  • EVS Foundations (Bihar SCERT)
  • Family & Community (Bihar Context)
  • Food & Nutrition (Bihar Traditional Foods)
  • Water & Sanitation (Bihar Rivers)
  • Shelter & Clothing (Bihar Traditional)
  • Transport & Communication (Bihar Network)
  • Bihar Environment & Biodiversity
  • Bihar History
  • Bihar Geography
  • Bihar Culture
  • Bihar Polity
  • Bihar Economy
Full Paper I syllabus

Frequently asked questions

What is the BIHAR TET syllabus?

The BIHAR TET syllabus has 5 sections: Paper I, Paper I, Paper I, Paper I and Paper I. Together they cover 36 topics and 252 sub-topics.

What is the BIHAR TET exam pattern?

Online CBT (Computer Based Test) + BIHAR-TET Certificate (valid 7 years). Stages: Paper I — CDP, Paper I — Hindi (Lang I), Paper I — Lang II, Paper I — Mathematics, Paper I — EVS.

How many questions come from each BIHAR TET section?

Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks); Paper I: 30 questions (30 marks). Numbers can change with each notification.

Which BIHAR TET topics carry the most marks?

By weightage in the syllabus data: Hindi Aksharmala (Bihar SCERT) (Paper I, ~5 marks), Hindi Vyakaran (Paper I, ~5 marks), Hindi Shabd Rachana (Paper I, ~5 marks), Hindi Sahitya (Bihar) (Paper I, ~5 marks), Hindi Bhasha Pedagogy (Bihar Pathshala) (Paper I, ~5 marks).

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Is this the official BIHAR TET syllabus?

It is compiled from the official BIHAR TET notification and exam pattern for study purposes. The conducting body can change the syllabus, so always confirm with the latest official notification.

Compiled from official notifications for study purposes. Always confirm with the conducting body's latest notification.