🔥 At a Glance: Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026
- Exam Name: Bihar B.Ed. Combined Entrance Test 2026 (CET-B.Ed. 2026)
- Conducting Body: B. R. Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur (State Nodal University)
- Programme: Two-Year B.Ed. & Shiksha Shastri (B.Ed.)
- Minimum Qualification: Graduation with 50% Marks (B.Ed.) / 50% in Shastri/Sanskrit PG (Shiksha Shastri)
- Application Start Date: 27 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 18 May 2026
- Entrance Test Date: 07 June 2026 (Sunday)
- Official Website: biharcetbed-brabu.in
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Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 – Overview
The B. R. Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, has been designated as the State Nodal University by the Hon'ble Chancellor, Government of Bihar, to conduct the Bihar B.Ed. Combined Entrance Test 2026 (CET-B.Ed. 2026) for admission to the Two-Year B.Ed. and Shiksha Shastri (B.Ed.) Programme across all universities of Bihar running B.Ed. courses.
This is the single gateway for aspirants who wish to pursue a career in teaching by gaining admission into B.Ed. colleges affiliated with various Bihar state universities. The entrance test is scheduled for 07 June 2026 (Sunday). Online applications are being accepted from 27 April 2026 to 18 May 2026. Read the complete details below before filling up the form.
| Exam Name | Bihar B.Ed. Combined Entrance Test 2026 (CET-B.Ed. 2026) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | B. R. Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur (State Nodal University) |
| Programme Offered | Two-Year B.Ed. & Shiksha Shastri (B.Ed.) |
| Participating Universities | All Universities of Bihar running B.Ed. Course |
| Minimum Eligibility (B.Ed.) | Graduation (10+2+3) with minimum 50% marks OR Master's Degree (Science/Social Science/Humanities/Commerce) with 50% OR B.E./B.Tech. with 55% marks |
| Minimum Eligibility (Shiksha Shastri) | Bachelor's Degree with Sanskrit as main subject with 50% marks OR Shastri/Acharya/M.A. Sanskrit with 50% marks |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based Paper) |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Questions / Marks | 120 Questions / 120 Marks |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Official Website | biharcetbed-brabu.in |
| Helpline / Enquiry | 011-41169760 | cetbedbrabu26@gmail.com |
- Your Email ID will be your Login ID for CET-B.Ed. 2026. Keep it active throughout the admission process.
- After payment of fee, no change in Gender, Domicile, or Category will be permitted under any circumstances.
- Candidates from outside Bihar will be treated as Unreserved (UR) category and will not get the benefit of reservations.
- Merely filling the application form, appearing in the exam, or participating in counselling does NOT guarantee admission. Final admission is subject to verification of all original documents.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable.
📅 Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 27 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) | 18 May 2026 |
| Application with Late Fee of ₹ 500/- | 19 May 2026 to 21 May 2026 |
| Application Form Editing Window | 22 May 2026 to 23 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Issue Date | 01 June 2026 Onwards |
| Date of Entrance Test (CET-B.Ed. 2026) | 07 June 2026 (Sunday) |
| Answer Key Upload | 08 June 2026 |
| Objection Submission Period | 09 June 2026 to 10 June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 19 June 2026 (Friday) |
💳 Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | ₹ 1,000/- |
| Divyaang / EBC / BC / Women / EWS | ₹ 750/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 500/- |
| Late Fee (19–21 May 2026, All Categories) | Extra ₹ 500/- |
Payment Mode: Net Banking, Credit Card, ATM-cum-Debit Card, UPI (Online Payment Gateway only). Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Educational Qualification)
For Two-Year B.Ed. Programme:
Candidates are eligible to appear in CET-B.Ed. 2026 if they have:
- Passed Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3) in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks, OR
- Passed Master's Degree in Sciences / Social Sciences / Humanities / Commerce with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks, OR
- Passed Bachelor's in Engineering (B.E.) / Technology (B.Tech.) with specialisation in Science and Mathematics with a minimum of 55% marks, OR
- Any other qualification equivalent to the above.
For Shiksha Shastri (B.Ed.) Programme:
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- Option (a): Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3) with Sanskrit as the main subject OR Master's Degree in Sanskrit OR Acharya in traditional Sanskrit Shastra, all with a minimum of 50% marks.
- Option (b): Two-Year Shastri or B.A. (with Sanskrit) with minimum 50% marks AND Acharya (First Year) OR M.A. Sanskrit (First Year) — the first year marks are NOT added for calculating the 50% aggregate.
- Candidates with Two-Year Shastri/B.A. (Sanskrit) with 50% marks must complete a one-year bridge course to be eligible for Shiksha Shastri (B.Ed. 2026).
📝 CET-B.Ed. 2026 Exam Pattern
The entrance test is an offline (OMR-based) examination of 2 hours duration. Candidates must use only Blue/Black Ball Pen to mark answers on the OMR sheet. There is NO negative marking.
| Sl. No. | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General English Comprehension (For B.Ed. Programme) General Sanskrit Comprehension (For Shiksha Shastri Programme) |
15 | 15 |
| 2 | General Hindi | 15 | 15 |
| 3 | Logical and Analytical Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| 4 | General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| 5 | Teaching-Learning Environment in Schools | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 120 | 120 | |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / General (UR) | 42 Marks | 35% |
| SC / ST / BC / EBC / WBC / EWS / Divyaang | 36 Marks | 30% |
There is NO negative marking in CET-B.Ed. 2026.
🏙️ Exam Centres – List of Cities (B.Ed. Programme)
Candidates must choose three cities in order of preference for the examination centre. The University will allot a centre based on these preferences; however, allotment to the chosen city is not guaranteed. No request for change of centre will be entertained after submission.
| City Name | Code |
|---|---|
| Ara (आरा) | 01 |
| Bhagalpur (भागलपुर) | 02 |
| Chhapra (छपरा) | 03 |
| Darbhanga (दरभंगा) | 04 |
| Gaya (गया) | 05 |
| Hajipur (हाजीपुर) | 06 |
| Madhepura (मधेपुरा) | 07 |
| Munger (मुंगेर) | 08 |
| Muzaffarpur (मुजफ्फरपुर) | 09 |
| Patna (पटना) | 10 |
| Purnea (पूर्णिया) | 11 |
Note: For Shiksha Shastri candidates, the only examination centre city is Darbhanga (Code: 04).
💻 How to Apply for Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026
- Step 1 – Registration: Visit biharcetbed-brabu.in and register by filling in the required details. Upload your passport-size photo and signature at this stage. Your Email ID will serve as your Login ID.
- Step 2 – Activation: Activate and validate your registration through the link sent to your email and the activation code sent to your mobile number.
- Step 3 – Fill Application Form: Log in again using your Email ID and password. Click on "My Application" and fill in the details carefully: Personal Details, Gender (fill very carefully — cannot be changed after payment), Domicile, Category, Marital Status, Identity Proof (Aadhaar preferred), and Postal Address.
- Step 4 – Educational Details & Documents: Enter your Matriculation, Intermediate, Graduation, and PG marks. Upload marksheets in JPEG format. Upload Aadhaar, Caste Certificate, Divyaang Certificate, and/or SMQ Certificate as applicable.
- Step 5 – Choose Exam Centre Cities: Select three preferred cities for your examination centre (B.Ed. candidates). Shiksha Shastri candidates will automatically get Darbhanga as the exam centre.
- Step 6 – Preview & Confirm: Carefully review all details in the preview. Make any corrections if needed. Once you click "Confirm", no further edits will be possible.
- Step 7 – Pay Fee: Click on "Proceed to Payment" and pay the required application fee via Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI.
- Step 8 – Take Printout: After successful payment, take a printout of the completed application form. Keep it safely for future reference. Do NOT send it to the university.
🔗 Important Links – Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026
| Apply Online (Official Portal) | Apply Here |
|---|---|
| Download Official Prospectus / Notification | Download PDF |
| Download Admit Card (From 01 June 2026) | Click Here |
| Check Result (19 June 2026) | Click Here |
| Official Website | biharcetbed-brabu.in |
| Helpline Number | 011-41169760 |
| Email / Help Desk | cetbedbrabu26@gmail.com |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026
Q1. What is Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 and who conducts it?
Ans: Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 (CET-B.Ed. 2026) is the Combined Entrance Test for admission to the Two-Year B.Ed. and Shiksha Shastri (B.Ed.) programmes across all Bihar universities running B.Ed. courses. It is conducted by B. R. Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, designated as the State Nodal University by the Hon'ble Chancellor, Government of Bihar.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application form without late fee is 18 May 2026. Applications with a late fee of ₹ 500/- will be accepted from 19 May 2026 to 21 May 2026.
Q3. What is the minimum percentage required for Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026?
Ans: For the Two-Year B.Ed. Programme, candidates must have a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3) or Master's Degree in Sciences/Social Sciences/Humanities/Commerce. For B.E./B.Tech. graduates, the minimum is 55% marks with specialisation in Science and Mathematics. For Shiksha Shastri, a minimum of 50% marks in Shastri/Sanskrit Graduation or Sanskrit PG/Acharya is required.
Q4. When is the Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 exam date?
Ans: The Bihar B.Ed. Combined Entrance Test 2026 is scheduled to be held on 07 June 2026 (Sunday). The exam is an offline (OMR-based) test of 2 hours duration.
Q5. Is there negative marking in Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026?
Ans: No. There is absolutely no negative marking in CET-B.Ed. 2026. Each correct answer carries 1 mark and wrong answers carry no penalty.
Q6. What is the application fee for Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026?
Ans: The application fee is ₹ 1,000/- for General/UR candidates, ₹ 750/- for Divyaang/EBC/BC/Women/EWS candidates, and ₹ 500/- for SC/ST candidates. Fee is payable online only and is non-refundable.
Q7. Can candidates from outside Bihar apply for CET-B.Ed. 2026?
Ans: Yes, candidates from outside Bihar can apply. However, they will be treated as Unreserved (UR) category and will not receive any reservation benefits. They must fill their application form under UR category.
Q8. What is the exam centre city for Shiksha Shastri candidates?
Ans: For Shiksha Shastri candidates, the only examination centre city is Darbhanga. B.Ed. candidates can choose three preferred cities from the list of 11 available cities.
Q9. When will the Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 admit card be released?
Ans: The admit card for CET-B.Ed. 2026 will be available for download from 01 June 2026 onwards. Candidates can download it by logging into the official website biharcetbed-brabu.in using their Email ID (Login ID) and Password.
Q10. When will the Bihar B.Ed. CET 2026 result be declared?
Ans: The result of CET-B.Ed. 2026 is expected to be declared on 19 June 2026 (Friday). The answer key will be uploaded on 08 June 2026 and objections (with proof) can be submitted from 09 to 10 June 2026.
Q11. What documents are needed at the time of counselling?
Ans: At the time of counselling, candidates will need to produce original marksheets of Matriculation, Intermediate, Graduation, and PG (as applicable), along with the Caste Certificate (in Bihar State Government format), Domicile/Residential Certificate of Bihar, Aadhaar Card, Divyaang Certificate (if applicable), SMQ Certificate for Service Men's Quota (if applicable), and the printout of the online application form.
Q12. Can I change my Gender, Domicile, or Category after paying the fee?
Ans: No. Once the fee is paid, no changes to Gender, Domicile, or Category are permitted under any circumstances. Candidates must fill these details very carefully before proceeding to payment.
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