Bihar BSEB LET 2026 Notification Released – Apply Online
The Bihar School Examination Committee (BSEB) has announced the School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 (Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha) under Advertisement No. PR 221/2026. The exam will take place as a Computer Based Test (CBT) and carry a total of 150 marks. Candidates from Bihar who hold a degree in Library Science can apply for the test.
The online application process starts on 1 October 2026 and ends on 21 October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through sletregistration.cbrt.co.in.
BSEB has introduced this exam as an eligibility test, not a direct recruitment examination. The notification does not mention any vacancies.
BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test Quick Summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Bihar School Examination Committee (BSEB) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT), MCQ |
| Total Marks | 150 (100 Library Science + 50 GK) |
| Duration | 150 Minutes (2 Hours 30 Minutes) |
| Apply Start Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 October 2026 |
| Exam Fee | ₹960 / ₹760 |
| Age Limit | 21–37/40/42 Years |
Official Source: Bihar School Examination Committee (BSEB) public notice under Advertisement No. PR 221/2026, published in the Dainik Bhaskar (Patna edition) on 28 September 2026. The notice covers the School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 and the online application process. Candidates can submit applications online only. This article translates and adapts the original Hindi notice.
BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Bihar School Examination Committee (Bihar Vidyalaya Pariksha Samiti, BSEB), Patna |
| Advertisement No. | PR 221/2026 |
| Exam Name | Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha 2026 (School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026) |
| Purpose | Eligibility test; successful candidates receive an eligibility certificate. The notice does not announce any vacancies. |
| Governing Rules | Bihar School Librarian (Appointment, Transfer, Disciplinary Action and Service Conditions) Rules, 2025, along with directions from the Education Department, Government of Bihar |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) with multiple-choice questions |
| Application Mode | Online only through sletregistration.cbrt.co.in |
BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Published | 28 September 2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Start Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Last Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 August 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | Not specified in the official notice |
Note: The notice states that BSEB may conduct the exam in multiple sessions or on different dates and normalise scores across sessions. The notice does not provide the exam date, exam centres or admit card details. Candidates should check the official portal regularly for further updates.
BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 Eligibility
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen and a resident of Bihar.
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science from a recognised university with at least 45% marks or an equivalent grade, as prescribed under the Bihar School Librarian Rules, 2025.
- The notice provides a 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks for eligible reserved and special categories, as mentioned in the official notice.
- Candidates must be at least 21 years old as on 01 August 2026.
Verification Note: The notification provides a 5% relaxation in the minimum educational qualification marks for specified categories, including SC, ST, EBC, BC, Divyang candidates, women and EWS candidates, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notice. The relaxation applies to eligible Bihar residents.
The notice also mentions specific equivalent qualifications. The final degree issued by Maulana Mazharul Haque Arabic and Persian University, Patna, and the Shastri degree issued by Kameshwar Singh Darbhanga Sanskrit University receive treatment as equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree under the conditions specified in the notice.
Candidates should check the exact qualification conditions in the official notification before submitting the application.
BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age (as on 01 August 2026) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (Male) | 37 Years |
| Unreserved (Female) | 40 Years |
| Backward Class (BC) – Male/Female | 40 Years |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) – Male/Female | 40 Years |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) – Male/Female | 42 Years |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) – Male/Female | 42 Years |
Age Relaxation
- Persons with Disabilities (Divyang): Eligible candidates can claim 10 years of relaxation in the upper age limit, as per General Administration Department Resolution No. 962 dated 22 January 2021.
- Ex-Servicemen: Eligible candidates receive 3 years plus the length of defence service as age relaxation. However, their actual age at the time of application must not exceed 57 years.
Note: The notice also includes additional age-relaxation provisions, including provisions for existing government employees under the Bihar School Librarian Rules, 2025. The newspaper scan does not clearly show all of these clauses. Candidates should check the complete official notice on the BSEB portal for the applicable age-relaxation rules before applying.
BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 Exam Pattern & Qualifying Marks
The eligibility test is a single-stage CBT. There is no interview.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Library Science | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 50 |
| Total | 150 |
- All questions are multiple-choice (objective) type
- Each question carries 1 mark
- No negative marking
- Duration: 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes), Computer Based Test
Qualifying Marks (Category-wise)
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| Backward Class (BC) | 45.5% |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 42.5% |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 40% |
| Divyang (Persons with Disabilities) | 40% |
| Women | 40% |
Normalization
BSEB may conduct the CBT in multiple sessions on different dates, so the difficulty level can vary between sessions. To maintain consistency, BSEB will use a normalization process. The process converts each candidate’s raw marks into a normalized score. BSEB will then apply the prescribed qualifying marks to the normalized score, not the raw score.
The notice also provides a worked example that explains the normalization method. Candidates should refer to the official notice for the complete calculation method.
Eligibility Certificate
Candidates who qualify the School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 will receive an eligibility certificate.
Not specified in the official notice: the detailed syllabus/topic-wise distribution, the validity period of the eligibility certificate, and the exam centres.
How to Apply for BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026
- Visit the official application portal at sletregistration.cbrt.co.in.
- Complete the online registration using your valid mobile number and email ID.
- Enter your personal details, educational qualifications and other required information carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
- Review all the details carefully before submitting the application form.
- Submit the application form and save or download the confirmation page for future reference.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application form and payment receipt for your records.
Exam Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Backward Class (BC) / Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | ₹960 |
| SC / ST / Divyang | ₹760 |
Important: BSEB accepts applications online only. The authority will reject applications with incomplete or incorrect information or without the required examination fee. After final submission, candidates cannot request corrections or changes in the application form. Therefore, fill in all details carefully and review every entry in the Preview before submitting the form.
Note: The available notice does not list a separate application fee category for women candidates in the clearly legible text. Candidates should confirm the applicable fee before payment.
The scanned notice mentions a photograph size of approximately 80–200 KB with dimensions of 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm and a signature size of approximately 50–200 KB. Candidates should verify the latest photograph and signature specifications on the official application portal before uploading the files.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while completing the BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 application:
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate and Mark Sheet – Proof of date of birth
- Intermediate (12th) Certificate and Mark Sheet
- Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science – Degree certificate and mark sheets
- Residential/Domicile Certificate – Issued by the competent authority for Bihar residents
- Caste Certificate – For candidates belonging to SC/ST categories
- Caste Certificate with Non-Creamy Layer Certificate – For BC/EBC candidates
- Disability Certificate – For eligible Divyang candidates
- Ex-Serviceman Document – For candidates claiming applicable age relaxation
- Recent Colour Photograph
- Signature
Note: Married women candidates claiming reservation benefits must submit the caste/non-creamy-layer certificate in the format prescribed under the relevant decision of the General Administration Department, Government of Bihar. Candidates should check the official application portal for the latest certificate format and requirements before submitting the application.
Important Conditions
Important Instructions
- BSEB accepts applications online only. The authority will not accept applications submitted through any other mode.
- Candidates remain responsible for the accuracy of all information entered in the application. BSEB can cancel candidature if it finds incorrect or false details or documents at any stage.
- The examination fee is non-refundable. Applications without the required fee remain incomplete and will be rejected.
- Candidates cannot request corrections or changes after final submission of the application form.
- Candidates should keep their valid mobile number and email ID active, as BSEB will send the User ID, Password and important communications to the registered contact details.
- Candidates should keep a printout of the confirmed application form and payment receipt for future reference.
- BSEB may conduct the CBT in multiple sessions. The authority will prepare the results after applying the prescribed normalization process.
- Candidate details, category and other information submitted in the application will remain final for the eligibility test.
- If any discrepancy arises regarding the provisions of the notice, the decision or order of the Education Department, Government of Bihar will prevail.
BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 Important Links
- Official Webiste : Click here
- Apply Online : Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
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BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 FAQs
1. What is BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026?
The BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 is an eligibility examination conducted by the Bihar School Examination Committee (BSEB) for candidates seeking eligibility for school librarian positions in Bihar.
2. When does the BSEB LET 2026 application process start?
The online application process starts on 01 October 2026.
3. What is the last date to apply for BSEB LET 2026?
Candidates can submit their applications and pay the examination fee up to 21 October 2026.
4. What is the mode of the BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test?
BSEB will conduct the examination in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode with multiple-choice questions.
5. How many marks does the BSEB LET 2026 exam carry?
The examination carries 150 marks: 100 marks for Library Science and 50 marks for General Knowledge.
6. What is the duration of the BSEB LET 2026 exam?
Candidates get 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes) to complete the examination.
7. What is the application fee for BSEB LET 2026?
The fee is ₹960 for General/BC/EBC candidates and ₹760 for SC/ST/Divyang candidates.
8. What is the minimum age for BSEB School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old as on 01 August 2026.
9. What is the maximum age limit for BSEB LET 2026?
The maximum age varies by category. It is 37 years for Unreserved Male candidates, 40 years for Unreserved Female/BC/EBC candidates, and 42 years for SC/ST candidates, as on 01 August 2026.
10. Is BSEB LET 2026 a direct recruitment examination?
No. BSEB LET 2026 is an eligibility test, not a direct recruitment examination. The notice does not announce any vacancies.
