STET 2025 Notification Out: Exam Dates, Application Process
The State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2025 is here, and it’s time for aspiring teachers to gear up! Whether you’re aiming for primary or secondary teaching roles in government schools, clearing STET is your gateway. This blog covers all key details—exam dates, application process, eligibility, syllabus, and more.
🗓️ STET 2025 Key Dates
- Notification Released: September 2, 2025
- Application Window: September 8 to September 16, 2025
- Admit Card Release: Expected by September 28, 2025
- Exam Dates: October 4 to October 25, 2025
- Result Declaration: On or before November 1, 2025
📌 Note: These dates are for the STET 2025 (Bihar)—other states may have separate schedules.
🧾 Eligibility Criteria
For Paper I (Classes I–V):
- Education Qualification: D.El.Ed or B.Ed with 50% marks
- Age Limit: 18–35 years (age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
For Paper II (Classes VI–VIII):
- Education Qualification: Bachelor’s degree + B.Ed
- Optional: Relevant subject specialization
✍️ Application Process
- Visit the official STET portal.
- Register with your email and mobile number
- Fill the application form
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the exam fee via online mode
- Download and save the confirmation page
💵 Application Fee:
- Paper I or II: ₹500 (General), ₹300 (SC/ST)
- Both Papers: ₹800 (General), ₹500 (SC/ST)
📘 STET 2025 Exam Pattern
Paper I (Primary Level):
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Hindi/Urdu) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English/Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II (Secondary Level):
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Subject Specific (Maths, Science, SST, etc.) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
✅ Qualifying Marks: 60% (General), 55% (SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
🎯 Preparation Tips to Crack STET 2025
- Know the Syllabus: Stick to official topics only.
- Focus on Pedagogy: 20% of the paper tests your teaching aptitude.
- Practice Mock Tests: Simulate real exam conditions.
- Time Management: Solve previous year papers within the time limit.
- Revise Core Subjects: NCERT books (Class 3–8/10) are your best bet.
📈 Why STET Matters
STET is not just a certificate—it’s the minimum eligibility for teaching jobs in state government schools. In Bihar, clearing STET is also essential to be shortlisted for TRE-4 (Teacher Recruitment Exam), scheduled for December 16–19, 2025.
📝 Final Thoughts
If you’re serious about a career in teaching, STET 2025 is your chance to prove your capability. With ample time to prepare, a clear understanding of the exam pattern, and smart strategy, you can crack it on the first attempt.
🎓 Stay tuned for updates on admit card, result, and TRE-4 recruitment right here.