Short Detail:
Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the notice for Bihar State School Librarian Eligibility Test (BSLET) 2026. Online registration and fee payment will be open from 01/10/2026 afternoon to 21/10/2026 (11:59 PM). This test is for candidates who want to become school librarians in Bihar government secondary and higher secondary schools. Qualified candidates receive an eligibility certificate for a later BPSC recruitment. Check the degree, marks, age and exam details below, then read the notice before applying.
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Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB)
Bihar State School Librarian Eligibility Test (BSLET) 2026
Notice No.: PR 221/2026
Important Dates
- Notice Published: 28/09/2026
- Application Start Date: 01/10/2026 (Afternoon)
- Last Date To Apply: 21/10/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 21/10/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Admit Card Date: November 2026 (Expected)
- Exam Date: 19/11/2026 to 10/12/2026 (Tentative)
- Result Date: December 2026 (Target)
Application Fees
- General / BC / EBC / EWS: ₹960/-
- Other States All Category: ₹960/-
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹760/-
- Pay online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 to 42 Years, depending on category.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR Male | 37 Years |
| UR Female; BC / EBC Male and Female | 40 Years |
| SC / ST Male and Female | 42 Years |
| PwBD | 10 years above the applicable category limit |
BSLET 2026 Exam Information:
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | Bihar State School Librarian Eligibility Test (BSLET) 2026 |
| Purpose | Eligibility certificate for later School Librarian recruitment through BPSC |
| Vacancies in this notice | Not Applicable. This notice is for an eligibility test. |
Total Vacancy (Upcoming)
Total Upcoming Posts: 5800
Eligibility Details
- Indian citizen with permanent Bihar domicile.
- Graduation and a Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science (B.Lib.Sc / B.L.I.Sc) from a UGC-recognised university.
- General candidates need at least 45% aggregate marks. Bihar-domicile SC, ST, BC, EBC, EWS, PwBD and female candidates get a 5% relaxation and need at least 40%.
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Bihar BSLET 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Procedure
- Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Eligibility certificate for candidates who qualify.
- Separate BPSC recruitment and document verification for appointment.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Library and Information Science | 100 | 100 |
| General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Reasoning and Basic Computer | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Exam duration: 150 minutes.
- Each correct answer carries 1 mark. There is no negative marking.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Percentage | Marks out of 150 |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 50% | 75 |
| BC | 45.5% | 68.25 |
| EBC | 42.5% | 63.75 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | 40% | 60 |
Bihar BSLET 2026: Important Questions
What is the last date for BSEB BSLET 2026 registration?
The online form and fee payment close on 21/10/2026 at 11:59 PM. Registration begins on 01/10/2026 in the afternoon. Submit the form and complete payment before the deadline.
When will BSEB BSLET 2026 be held?
The CBT is tentatively planned between 19/11/2026 and 10/12/2026. The admit card is expected in November 2026. Candidates should check the board’s updates for the final schedule.
How many vacancies are announced with BSEB BSLET 2026?
No vacancies are allotted in this eligibility test notice. Passing the test provides an eligibility certificate. Applications for School Librarian posts will be part of a separate BPSC recruitment.
What is the BSEB BSLET 2026 application fee?
General, BC, EBC and EWS candidates pay ₹960. SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay ₹760. Payment is online through card, net banking or UPI.
Who can apply for BSEB BSLET 2026?
Applicants need graduation and a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science from a UGC-recognised university. They must also meet the stated marks, Bihar domicile, citizenship and age requirements.
What is the age limit for BSEB BSLET 2026?
The minimum age is 21 years on 01/08/2026. The usual upper limit is 37 for UR men, 40 for UR women and BC/EBC candidates, and 42 for SC/ST candidates. Other relaxations have conditions.
What is the BSEB BSLET 2026 exam pattern?
The computer test has 150 MCQs in 150 minutes. Library and Information Science has 100 questions; the general section has 50. Each correct answer earns one mark, with no negative marking.