Bihar TET · Cutoff
Bihar TET cutoff 2026: expected score and rank bands
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns. Indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 90-105 marks (60-70%) |
| EWS | 85-100 marks (57-67%) |
| OBC | 82-97 marks (55-65%) |
| SC | 75-90 marks (50-60%) |
| ST | 75-90 marks (50-60%) |
| PwD | 68-83 marks (45-55%) |
- The General-to-OBC gap typically ranges 5-8 marks (3-5 percentage points), with SC/ST cutoffs approximately 10-15 marks below General category; Bihar TET maintains relatively accessible thresholds as it's a qualifying examination rather than purely merit-based selection.
- Cutoffs fluctuate based on paper difficulty, number of vacancies announced, and candidate performance distribution; Paper-I (Classes I-V) generally sees slightly lower cutoffs than Paper-II (Classes VI-VIII) by 2-5 marks.
- Meeting the minimum qualifying mark (typically 60% for General, 55% for OBC, 50% for SC/ST/PwD) ensures TET certification validity for 7 years, though actual teaching appointments depend on subsequent recruitment drives with their own merit lists.
What does your score in Bihar Teacher Eligibility Test (Bihar TET) actually get you? These bands map a mock or exam percentage to the rank window and the outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
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Top performers — Merit list leaders
90–100%
- Bihar TET Certificate with top-tier performance
- Likely to rank in top district/state merit positions
- First preference in teacher recruitment drives across Bihar
- Strong candidacy for appointments in urban and preferred districts
- Excellent prospects for permanent government teacher positions (Class 1-8)
- May be considered for teacher trainer and academic coordinator roles
Excellent score — High merit range
80–89%
- Bihar TET Certificate with excellent performance
- Very strong position in district and state merit lists
- High probability for Primary and Upper Primary Teacher appointments
- Preferred candidate for Bihar Education Service posts
- Good prospects in ongoing Niyojan (recruitment) cycles
- Eligible for Model School and Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya appointments
Strong performance — Good prospects
70–79%
- Bihar TET Certificate with competitive score
- Strong position for Primary Teacher recruitment (Class 1-5)
- Good prospects for Upper Primary Teacher positions (Class 6-8)
- Eligible for appointment in Bihar Education Department schools
- Competitive advantage in district-level merit lists
- Considered for posts in Navodaya Vidyalaya and Kendriya Vidyalaya (with CTET also)
TET qualified — Entry level
60–69%
- Bihar TET Certificate awarded (valid for 7 years)
- Eligible for Primary Teacher posts (Class 1-5) in government schools
- Eligible for Upper Primary Teacher posts (Class 6-8) depending on paper cleared
- Competitive for appointments in Panchayati Raj institutions
- May face competition in merit-based recruitment drives
Close to qualifying mark
45–59%
- Just below the 60% cut-off for TET certificate
- Focus on weak areas in Child Development & Pedagogy
- Strengthen language proficiency sections
- One more attempt with targeted practice recommended
Below qualifying threshold
0–45%
- Does not meet minimum 60% qualifying marks requirement
- Certificate not awarded
- Recommend focused preparation on pedagogy and content knowledge
- Review NCERT textbooks and Bihar TET syllabus thoroughly
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