BPSC TRE 4.0 Exam Syllabus - Summary
BPSC TRE 4.0 syllabus is the official examination curriculum issued by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), Patna for School Teacher Recruitment Examination 2026. The test selects candidates for Primary Teachers (Classes 1 to 5), Middle School Teachers (Classes 6 to 8), Secondary Teachers (Classes 9 to 10), and Higher Secondary Teachers (Classes 11 to 12).
Candidates applying under the BPSC TRE 4.0 notification must prepare for an objective multiple-choice written test of 150 marks lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes. Each incorrect answer carries a negative marking penalty of 1/3 mark.
BPSC TRE 4.0 Exam Pattern
The question paper structure across teaching levels consists of the following sections:
| Teaching Level | Part | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher (Classes 1 to 5) | Part I Part II |
Language (English, Hindi/Urdu/Bengali) General Studies |
30 120 |
30 120 |
| Middle School Teacher (Classes 6 to 8) | Part I Part II Part III |
Language (Qualifying) General Studies Subject Specific |
30 40 80 |
30 40 80 |
| Secondary Teacher (Classes 9 to 10) | Part I Part II Part III |
Language (Qualifying) General Studies Subject Specific |
30 40 80 |
30 40 80 |
| Higher Secondary Teacher (Classes 11 to 12) | Part I Part II Part III |
Language (Qualifying) General Studies Subject Specific |
30 40 80 |
30 40 80 |
BPSC TRE 4.0 Syllabus Topic Breakdown
Questions follow the Bihar State textbooks (SCERT) and NCERT curriculum standards:
| Paper Section | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Part I: Language | English grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and Hindi, Urdu, or Bengali language proficiency. Requires minimum 30 percent marks to qualify. |
| Part II: General Studies | Elementary mathematics, mental ability and reasoning, general science, current affairs, Indian national movement with focus on Bihar, and geography. |
| Part III: Subject Specific | Chosen subject syllabus based on post level: graduation standard for Classes 9 to 10 and post-graduation standard for Classes 11 to 12 in subjects like Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Hindi, English, and Sanskrit. |
Official Portal and Exam Instructions
The examination has no interview stage. Selection relies on merit scores obtained in the written examination. Candidates can verify exam notices and syllabus updates directly on the official portal at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
