BTET Exam 2023: Latest News, Date, Eligibility, Salary & Vacancies

The Bihar Teacher Eligibility Test (BTET) is an examination conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in schools across the state of Bihar. BTET is set to be conducted in October, 2023. The test is conducted in two levels – BTET-I for candidates who wish to teach in primary schools (classes I to V) and BTET-II for candidates who wish to teach in upper primary schools (classes VI to VIII). The test assesses candidates’ knowledge of subjects such as mathematics, science, social studies, and languages, as well as their teaching aptitude and pedagogical skills.

The BTET is an important examination for aspiring teachers in Bihar, as it is a mandatory requirement for all candidates who wish to apply for teaching positions in government schools in the state. It is an annual test, and candidates must meet certain requirements, including possessing a bachelor’s degree in education or a relevant subject and being of a certain age and nationality. Successful candidates are awarded a certificate of eligibility, which remains valid for a period of seven years and can be used to apply for teaching positions in government schools across the state. The BTET is a crucial step for anyone looking to build a career in teaching in Bihar, and it is important for candidates to prepare thoroughly to ensure their success on the examination.

BTET Highlights

Below are the essential highlights of the BTET 2023 Recruitment examination:

Organization	Bihar School Examination Board
Exam Name	Bihar Teacher Eligibility Test (BTET)
Post Name	Teacher
Language	English and Hindi
Frequency of Exam	Once a year
Duration of Exam	2 Hours 30 Minutes
Application Mode	Online
Exam Mode	Offline
Education Qualification	Graduation
Upper Age Limit	JRF – 31-36 Years Assistant Professor – no upper limit
Fees of Application	General – 500 INR SC/ST/PWD – 300 INR
Exam Pattern	Paper I (MCQ type) (150 marks, 150 questions) Paper II (MCQ type) (150 marks, 150 questions)
Official website	http://biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

BTET Exam Dates 2023

The examination months for BTET 2023 have been provided below since the exact dates have not yet been announced:

Events	Dates
BTET application form 2023	9th August 2023
Last date to fill BTET Application Form	24th August 2023
Last date to pay BTET Application Fee	To Be Announced
BTET admit card download	To Be Announced
BTET 2023 exam date	To Be Announced

BTET Eligibility

To participate in the BTET 2023 examination, one must meet the eligibility standards established by the governing bodies. So for that reason, before applying for the BTET 2023 examination, it is essential to review the eligibility criteria. Eligibility is restricted to Indian nationals who are residents of Bihar state.

Age Limit for BTET

• Applicants must have a minimum age of 21 years as of January 1, 2023.
• Applicants must have a maximum age of 35 years as of January 1, 2023.
• Female/SC/ST/OBC applicants are eligible for age relaxation of 5% based on the reservation criteria defined by the examination authorities.
• For reserved category female candidates, only one reservation rule is applied.

Educational Qualification for BTET

Paper-I: For Teachers I-V class (Primary Level)

• Applicants must have passed Class X with at least 45% marks in aggregate or equivalent.
• Candidates who have completed their graduation with at least 50% marks in B.SC/BA/B.Ed. degree can apply for BTET 2023. Also, students appearing in the Final Four Year Bachelor of Elementary Education, a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, or a 2-year Diploma in Special Education can also apply.

Paper-II: For Teachers VI-VIII Class (Upper Primary Level)

• Candidates who have completed their graduation and passed/appearing in the final year of 2-year D.El.Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education) are eligible to apply for BTET 2023.
• Those who have completed their graduation with at least 50% marks and passed/appearing in 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.), appearing or passed in the final year of 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed),  B.A/B.Sc. Ed or B.A.Ed./B.Sc. Ed are also eligible to apply.
• Candidates who have completed their Graduation with a minimum of 45% marks and passed/appearing in 1- year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.) can also apply for BTET 2023.

BTET Admission Process

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) requires applicants for BTET Recruitment 2023 to fill out an online application form available exclusively on the board’s official website. The following is a step-by-step guide to filling out the BTET 2023 application form:

Step 1: Online Registration for BTET 2023

• Visit the BSEB’s official website at http://biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in.
• Click on the “Register online for BTET 2023” button.
• Provide your name, email, date of birth, mobile number, and other necessary details.
• Click on the “Submit” button.
• A provisional registration number and password will be sent to the candidate’s registered email ID.

Step 2: Application Process and Document Upload

• Log in using the registration number and password after a successful registration.
• Fill out the application form with your personal information, contact details, and educational qualifications.
• Choose between Paper-I, Paper-II, or both Paper-I and Paper-II.
• Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents.
• Ensure that the photograph and signature files are less than 1MB in size.
• Submit the form.

Step 3: Application Fees for BTET 2023

• Click on the “Pay application fee” link.
• Pay the application fee online or offline.
• For online payment, use a debit card, credit card, or net banking.
• For offline payment, download the SBI e-challan receipt, print it, and pay the application fee at the designated SBI branch.

Category	Paper-I Fees	Paper-II Fees	For both Paper-I & Paper-II
General/ OBC/ Most Backward Category	INR 500	INR 500	INR 800
SC/ST/PwD Category	INR 300	INR 300	INR 500

BTET Admit Card

Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will release BTET Recruitment 2023 Admit Card on its official website (BSEB). The Bihar  Applicants can access the admit card using their registration number and password.

Details mentioned on the Admit Card:

• Name of the Applicant
• Roll Number of the Applicant
• Applicant’s Photograph
• Applicant’s Signature
• Name of Applicant’s Father
• Exam Center
• Exam Code
• Timings of Examination

To download the BTET 2023 Admit Card, follow these steps:

• Go to Bihar School Education Board’s official website.
• Click on the link “Download BTET 2023 admit card.”
• Login using your registration number and password or date of birth.
• Access the portal and download the BTET 2023 admit card.
• Print out the admit card for future reference.

Points to Remember

• Candidates must bring the BTET 2023 Admit Card with them to the examination centre. Without the Admit Card, the candidate will not be allowed to appear for the BTET exam.
• Candidates are advised to bring one valid identity proof, such as Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, or Voter ID to the examination centre.
• After uploading your photograph online, proceed to make the payment for the application fee.
• Enter your bank account details as requested by the portal.
• You will receive an SMS notification on your registered mobile number once the authorities confirm receipt of your application fee.

BTET Syllabus 2023

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BTET Exam Pattern

• There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
• One mark will be awarded for every correct answer in the exam.
• The total duration of the BTET exam is 2.5 hours.
• Candidates are required to attempt all 150 questions within the specified time duration.
• BTET has a uniform syllabus for both primary and upper primary level teachers across all subjects.
• Paper 1 of the BTET exam is mandatory for all candidates.
• Candidates are given the option to choose between mathematics and social science for paper II of the BTET exam.

Mode of Examination	Offline
Count of papers	2
Count of sections	4
Type of Question Papers	Paper -1 MCQ questions Paper-2 MCQ questions
Marking Scheme	Paper 1 – 150 Marks Paper 2 – 150 Marks
Duration of Exam	Paper 1 – 2 hours 30 minutes Paper 2 – 2 hours 30 minutes
Language of Paper	English and Hindi

Please Note: The Exam Pattern also includes the interview and other selection parameters set by the school authorities.

BTET Paper 1 Exam Pattern

Child Development and Pedagogy:

• There will be a total of 30 multiple-choice questions in this section.
• The section must be completed within 30 minutes.
• There is no negative marking.

Language I:

• This section will have a maximum of 30 questions, including sub-parts.
• The section must be completed within 30 minutes.
• Each correct answer will be awarded 1 mark.
• The questions may cover basic grammar concepts such as verbs and adjectives.

Language II:

• This section will have 30 multiple-choice questions.
• The maximum marks for this section are 30, which are evenly distributed among the questions.
• A descriptive passage may be included, with marks allotted for its sub-parts.

Environmental Studies:

• This section will have 30 multiple-choice questions.
• The section must be completed within 30 minutes.
• Each question will have four responses, with one correct answer.
• One mark will be awarded for each correct answer.

Mathematics:

• This section will have 30 multiple-choice questions.
• The section must be completed within 30 minutes.
• Each question will have four responses, with one correct answer.
• One mark will be awarded for each correct answer.

Subjects	Number  Of Questions	Marks	Time (minutes)
Child Development and Pedagogy	30	30	30
Language I (Hindi, English, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili)	30	30	30
Language II (Hindi, English, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili)	30	30	30
Environmental Studies	30	30	30
Mathematics	30	30	30
Total	150	150	150

BTET Paper 2 Exam Pattern

The Child Development and Pedagogy Paper II:

• This section will consist of a maximum of 30 MCQ-type questions.
• The questions will be of moderate difficulty.
• Only one response needs to be marked from the four options given.
• Candidates will have a maximum of 30 minutes to attempt this section, which translates to one minute per question.

The Language I Paper II of the BTET Exam Pattern:

• All questions in this section will be MCQ-type and will test advanced skills in grammar and comprehension.
• The section will consist of 30 questions to be answered in 30 minutes.
• The questions will be of moderate to high difficulty level.

The Language II Paper II of the BTET Exam Pattern:

• This section will have a higher difficulty level compared to Paper I.
• The questions will mostly be based on comprehension.
• A total of 30 questions will be designed in this section.
• Candidates should invest 30-35 minutes in attempting all the questions in this section.

The Science & Mathematics/Social Science Paper II:

• This section will consist of a total of 60 MCQ-type questions.
• The difficulty level of the questions will be easy to moderate.
• Students will receive a question paper on mathematics & science/social science based on their initial selections made during registration.
• Candidates will need approximately 60-90 minutes to attempt all the questions in this section.
• The questions will have a mixed nature, including both numeric and non-numeric questions.

Subjects	Number Of Questions	Marks	Time (minutes)
Selected Subject	60	60	60
Language I (Hindi, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili, Bhojpuri, Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, English)	30	30	30
Language II (Hindi, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili, Bhojpuri, Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, English)	30	30	30
Child development and Pedagogy	30	30	30
Total	150	150	150

BTET Results

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will publish the results of BTET 2023 on its official website. To check their results, candidates should enter their registration number and password.

The following is a step-by-step process for downloading BTET 2023 results:

• Visit the BSEB’s official website.
• Enter your roll number and date of birth.
• Click on the “Search” button.
• If the candidate has passed the exam, their name and roll number will appear in a PDF list.
• Click on the “Download PDF” option to save the PDF list.

Cut Offs for BTET Exam

Within a few days of announcing the result, the BSEB will publish the BTET 2023 cutoff marks on its official website. The BTET 2023 cut off will be determined by the following factors:

• The number of candidates who applied for the exam.
• The number of vacancies available.
• The difficulty level of the question paper.
• The reservation policy of the governing body.

The pay scale for Bihar TET teachers in 2023 is determined in accordance with government regulations. The salary for Bihar TET teachers depends on various factors, such as the school’s category and the class they are assigned to teach. Based on the previous cycle, we have provided general information on the salaries of teachers in government and private schools in Bihar. Any updates to the official website regarding changes in salary will be reflected here.

The monthly salary for government school teachers ranges from INR 5,000 to 20,000 per month.

BTET Salary

The basic pay band for Secondary and Higher Secondary teachers in Bihar ranges from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 20,000, depending on the class they are required to teach. Additionally, they receive a grade pay of Rs. 2,400. The total pay scale for Secondary teachers in Bihar is Rs. 25,415.

In accordance with the 7th Pay Commission, Bihar government employees, including teachers, receive various allowances in addition to their basic salary. These allowances are meant to cover the increasing cost of living, protect against inflation, and provide compensation for official work. They also ensure hassle-free work conditions for employees. The following allowances are available to Bihar teachers:

• House Rent Allowance (HRA) – 8%
• Dearness Allowance (DA) – 17%
• Medical Allowance – 1000/-.

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