Last Updated: May 29, 2026
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has issued important updates regarding the Bihar Sakshamta Pariksha (Phase 5) 2026 for in-service Niyojit teachers, physical education teachers and librarians working in government schools under local body institutions across Bihar.
Conducted under the Bihar School Special Teacher Rules, 2023, the competency examination is part of the process through which eligible candidates may be considered for recognition under the state’s “Exclusive Teacher” framework. The latest update relates to the release of admit cards and the upcoming Computer-Based Test (CBT), scheduled to be held in June 2026.
According to examination-related notices and media reports published in May 2026, candidates can access their hall tickets through the designated Sakshamta examination portal and check details related to their examination schedule and centre allocation.
Examination Overview
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Conducting Authority |
Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
|
Examination |
Bihar Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5 |
|
Mode |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
|
Question Type |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
|
Total Questions |
150 |
|
Maximum Marks |
150 |
|
Duration |
2 Hours 30 Minutes |
|
Negative Marking |
No |
|
Application Fee |
₹1,100* |
|
Exam Dates |
June 5–8, 2026 |
*Reported in examination notifications and related updates available as of May 2026. Candidates should verify details through official BSEB notices.
Important Dates
|
Event |
Date |
Status |
|
Application Start |
December 31, 2025 |
Historical |
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Application End |
January 24, 2026 |
Historical |
|
Admit Card Release |
May 2026 |
Confirmed |
|
CBT Examination |
June 5–8, 2026 |
Confirmed |
|
Result Declaration |
Yet to be announced |
Pending |
Why the Examination Is Being Conducted
The Sakshamta Pariksha is intended for teaching personnel already serving in schools administered by local bodies in Bihar. The examination forms part of the state’s teacher service framework and is linked to provisions introduced under the Bihar School Special Teacher Rules, 2023.
The assessment has also been the subject of legal discussion in recent months. Media reports citing observations of the Patna High Court have indicated that teachers who do not qualify the competency examination are not automatically removed from service. However, service-related matters continue to be governed by applicable rules, government decisions and court directions.
Exam Pattern
The test will be conducted entirely in CBT mode and will consist of objective-type questions.
Section-Wise Distribution
|
Section |
Questions |
|
Language |
30 |
|
General Studies |
40 |
|
Concerned Subject |
80 |
|
Total |
150 |
Marking Scheme
|
Component |
Details |
|
Correct Answer |
1 Mark |
|
Incorrect Answer |
0 Mark |
|
Negative Marking |
Not Applicable |
|
Total Marks |
150 |
The syllabus broadly covers language proficiency, general studies, teaching-related competencies and subject-specific content relevant to the candidate’s discipline.
Category-Wise Qualifying Marks
|
Category |
Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|
General |
40% |
|
Backward Class (BC) |
36.5% |
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Extremely Backward Class (EBC) |
34% |
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SC/ST |
32% |
|
Women |
32% |
|
Differently Abled Candidates |
32% |
Admit Card and Required Documents
Candidates can download the admit card using their registration credentials through the designated examination portal. The document includes the candidate’s name, roll number, examination centre, reporting time, shift details and other instructions.
Documents to Carry
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Required Documents |
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Printed Admit Card |
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Aadhaar Card |
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PAN Card |
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Voter ID Card |
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Passport |
|
Driving Licence |
Any discrepancy in personal details should be reported to the official helpdesk before the examination date.
Examination Day Guidelines
Candidates are generally advised to reach their examination centre 60–90 minutes before the commencement of the examination.
The following items are not permitted inside the examination hall:
- Mobile phones
- Smartwatches
- Bluetooth devices
- Earphones
- Electronic gadgets
- Written notes
- Books and study material
- Unauthorised calculators
Fraud and Safety Advisory
Applicants should use only official BSEB and Sakshamta examination portals for admit card downloads and examination-related updates.
Candidates should avoid:
- Fake websites and unofficial links
- Calls requesting OTPs or passwords
- Unverified payment requests
- Social media messages claiming guaranteed qualification
- Private agents offering examination assistance
Government authorities do not seek examination approval payments through personal calls or messaging applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5 admit card available?
Yes. Admit cards have been released through the designated examination portal, according to reports available in May 2026.
When will the examination be conducted?
The CBT is scheduled from June 5 to June 8, 2026.
Is there negative marking?
No negative marking has been reported for the examination.
Official Sources
This article is based on BSEB examination updates, Sakshamta portal notices, media reports published during May 2026 and references associated with BSEB notifications, including Public Relations Notification No. PR 333/2025.
Disclaimer
Information presented here is based on publicly available notifications and reports as of May 29, 2026. Examination schedules, eligibility conditions and administrative procedures may be revised by the competent authority. Candidates should verify all updates through official BSEB notifications and authorised portals. In case of any discrepancy, official notices shall prevail.