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Bihar STET Preparation 2024: Candidates preparing for the Bihar STET exam often face hurdles in finding a comprehensive preparation strategy that is time-bound and result-oriented. The Bihar STET 2024 exam is one of the most awaited exams in Bihar for candidates willing to take up teaching as a profession. The Bihar STET exam includes several subjects for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates need to prepare as per the topics included in the syllabus for both papers.
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Here, we have provided the basic Bihar STET preparation tips 2024 that will be helpful for candidates planning to appear in the upcoming exam. The Bihar STET 2024 exam was held from May 18 to 29, 2024 for Paper 1 and June 11 to 19, 2024 for Paper 2.
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Q: What is the syllabus of the Bihar STET Exam?
The Bihar STET exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The Bihar STET syllabus and subjects differs for both papers. Have a look at the Bihar STET syllabus for Paper 1 below:
- Language- English/ Hindi/ Urdu/ Sanskrit: The questions will be asked from the topics studied at Graduation and Higher Secondary levels. Basic language skills, such as reading, writing and verbal ability will be tested.
- Maths: The questions in this subject will be asked on the topics of Graduation level.
- Science: Various topics from Physics, Chemistry and Biology up to Class 12. Questions will be asked about all the topics to ensure that candidates know all disciplines.
- Social science: The questions in Social Science will be asked from the subject
Have a look at the Bihar STET syllabus for Paper 2 below:
- English: The questions will be asked from the topics studied in Graduation and Higher Secondary levels. Basic understanding of the subject, grammar, vocabulary etc. will be part of the question paper.
- Maths/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Botany/ Zoology - The questions in this subject will be of graduation and higher secondary level.
- Computer science: Basic computer literacy, Operating system, Digital logic, Programming and data structure, Computer organisation and architecture, Compiler design, Computer networks, Algorithms, databases.
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Q: What are the subjects in Bihar STET 2024?
The Bihar STET subjects are different for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The Bihar STET Paper 1 subjects are - Hindi, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili, Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, Bhojpuri, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Music, Fine Arts and Nritya. The Bihar STET Paper 2 subjects are- Hindi, Urdu, English, Sanskrit, Bangla, Maithili, Magahi, Arabic, Persian, Bhojpuri, Pali, Prakrit, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology, Economics, Philosophy, Psychology, Home Science, Commerce, Computer Science, Agriculture, Music and Botany. The common subject for Paper 1 and Paper 2 is Pedagogy and Other Skills.
Upvote Q: What is the exam pattern for Bihar STET?
The Bihar STET exam pattern is almost the same for Paper 1 and Paper 2 in terms of number of questions, marks and exam duration. Bihar STET Paper 1 is conducted for Classes 9 to 10 teachers and Paper 2 is for Classes 11 to 12 teachers. Have a look at the detailed Bihar STET exam pattern for Paper 1 and 2 below.
Sections | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
Specific Subject | 100 | 100 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Pedagogy and Other Skills | 50 | 50 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Total | 150 | 150 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Upvote Bihar STET Preparation 2024: Tips & Strategy
Have a look at the best Bihar STET preparation 2024 tips and strategies below:
Know the Exam Pattern and Syllabus
- Bihar STET is conducted in two parts, Paper 1 and Paper 2, Paper I is conducted for the secondary level and Paper 2 is conducted for the higher secondary level. Candidates need to secure minimum qualifying marks to clear each paper. A candidate from the General category needs to secure 50% marks to qualify the exam and candidates from other categories must secure 45% marks to qualify.
- Paper 1 includes English, Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit, Maths, Science and Social Science. Paper 2 includes English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology and Computer Science. Development and Pedagogy, Languages, Mathematics, science and social science.
- Both the papers contain 150 questions and carry total marks of 150 each, the total duration of each paper is 2 hours and 30 minutes
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Cover entire syllabus
- Bihar STET syllabus for paper I and Paper II are different and candidates should become familiar with the topics at the beginning of Bihar STET preparation
- Don’t neglect any specific section of the syllabus as questions are being asked from all topics, prioritize each section without any miss.
- Learn the basics first and then gradually move to other complicated parts of a particular topic
Grab the Best Books Available in the Market
- For every exam books are the best resources for a successful preparation strategy, candidates must select the book wisely. There are many books available in the market, choose the right ones which include all topics from the syllabus.
- Read a basic textbook first and gradually start reading reference books to solidify your concepts
- Select books which are suggested by teachers and those who have successfully qualified for the exam
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Prepare Notes
- The syllabus of Bihar STET is huge and many topics need to be remembered before the exam. In such cases, making short notes in a few lines in your own words will be beneficial
- Making notes will also help in memorizing important topics
- Apart from that, also keep on highlighting the important paragraphs and sentences from books that can potentially form questions
Practice and Revise
- Practice questions from previous years' papers and also practice similar types of questions from books or magazines
- Attempt mock test series to check your preparedness, it will help you understand your level of preparation and also improve your time management ability
Q: Is Bihar STET conducted online or offline?
Bihar STET exam is conducted online in computer-based test (CBT) mode. In the exam, candidates need to mark their answers on the allotted computer screens. Candidates need to complete the exam in a duration of two hours and thirty minutes. The Bihar STET exam is organised to determine the eligibility of candidates as Secondary and Higher Secondary level teachers in Bihar schools.
Upvote Q: What are the passing marks for Bihar STET?
Candidates need to obtain the minimum qualifying marks to clear the Bihar STET exam. Have a look at the STET passing or qualifying marks below:
Category | Qualifying Percentage | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|
General | 50% | 75 |
BC | 45.5% | 68.25 |
OBC | 42.5% | 63.75 |
SC/ ST/ PwD | 40% | 60 |
Women | 40% | 60 |
Upvote Q: How many times is Bihar STET conducted in a year?
The Bihar STET exam is generally conducted once a year. However, the decision regarding the frequency of exam is taken by the exam conducting body, that is, Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). It is a state-level Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) exam that is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates as Secondary or Higher Secondary level teachers.
Upvote Q: Is there negative marking in Bihar STET?
No, there is no negative marking in the Bihar STET exam. Candidates are awarded zero marks for an incorrect answer in the Bihar STET examination. There are total 150 questions in Bihar STET Paper 1 and Paper 2 each. In the exam, one mark is given for each correct answer and 0 for the incorrect answer. There is no negative marking in the exam for any incorrect answer or unattempted question in the BSEB STET exam.
Upvote Q: How many marks are there in Bihar STET exam?
The Bihar STET exam carries a total of 150 marks for Paper 1 and Paper 2 each. In the Bihar STET exam, a total of 150 questions are asked in each paper. Each question is of 1 mark and there is no negative marking in the Bihar STET examination. Candidates are awarded +1 mark for each correct answer and 0 marks for each incorrect answer. Candidates need to obtain minimum qualifying marks to clear the exam.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 weeks ago
Bihar STET result 2024 for paper 1 and 2 has been declared on 17/11/2024.
A total of 70.25% of candidates have qualified in the exam in 49 subjects of both papers as per Bihar STET 2024 result.
You can check the results from the website of BSEB.
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Contributor-Level 8
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- The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) released the admit card for the Bihar STET exam 2024 on the official website
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
The Bihar School Examination Board releases the Bihar STET certificate to the eligible candidates. The candidates validity of the Bihar STET ceritifcate is life time. The candidates who once qualify the Bihar STET exam becomes eligible to become a teacher. Any candidate does not need to appear in th
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) conduct the Bihar STET exam in multiple shifts and on multiple days. To provide all the candidates a level playing field, the BSEB conduct the normalisation on raw marks of the candidates. The BSEB notified the Bihar STET normalisation formula in the officia
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Answered a month ago
The Bihar School Examination Board conduct the Bihar STET exam in online mode. The BSEB releases the tentative answer key and ask the candidates to send objections against the incorrect answers. The Board prepared the Bihar STET final answer key and calculate the marks based on the final answer key.
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Answered a month ago
The candidates should note that the Bihar STET exam is a Qualifying exam only. The exam provide the eligibility to the candidates that the qualified candidate in eligible to become a teacher. The Bihar School Examination Board mention the qualifying marks in the official notification.
There is no su
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The Bihar School Examination Board mention the qualification marks for each category in the official notification. The Board mention different qualifying marks for different categories. The candidates can see here the BSEB qualifying marks in the official notification as below:
Category | Qualifying Percentage | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|
General | 50% | 75 |
BC | 45.5% | 68.25 |
OBC | 42.5% | 63.75 |
SC/ ST/ PwD | 40% | 60 |
Women | 40% | 60 |
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) releases the direct link for the candidates to check their Bihar STET Result 2024 on its official website- secondary.biharboardonline.com. The candidates can get here the direct link to check their BSTET result 2024. The candidates should keep checking this
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Has Bihar STET Result 2024 been released on the official website?