BPSC Delays TRE 4.0 Exam Application Process Amid Procedural Changes

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has postponed the online application process for the TRE 4.0 teacher recruitment exam, originally set to begin today. This decision is due to procedural changes, and no new dates have been announced yet. The recruitment aims to fill 32,388 teaching positions across various levels in Bihar's government schools. Candidates have raised concerns regarding the examination process, and there is a possibility that the number of vacancies may increase with the addition of music teacher posts. Stay tuned for updates on the new application timeline and recruitment details.

By Ambika Singh Sep 1, 2026, 14:09 IST

Postponement of TRE 4.0 Application Process

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced a delay in the online application process for the TRE 4.0 examination, which was initially set to commence today. The Commission has cited procedural adjustments as the reason for this postponement. As of now, no new application dates have been provided.

Details on the TRE 4.0 Recruitment

Originally, the application window for the TRE 4.0 teacher recruitment exam was scheduled to open on September 1, 2026. However, the BPSC has decided to defer this timeline. The recruitment aims to fill 32,388 teaching positions across various educational levels in Bihar.

Awaiting New Dates

Despite the initial announcement regarding the application start date, the BPSC has now issued a notice indicating the postponement. Candidates are advised to stay tuned for updates, as the Commission will soon release information about the new application timeline.

Vacancies Breakdown

The TRE 4.0 recruitment will cover teaching roles in government schools across different levels. The distribution of the 32,388 vacancies is as follows:

Level	Number of Posts
Primary Teachers (Classes 1–5)	3,847
Teachers (Classes 6–8)	8,563
Secondary Teachers (Classes 9–10)	3,877
Higher Secondary Teachers (Classes 11–12)	16,101

Concerns from Teacher Aspirants

Candidates aspiring for teaching positions have previously raised concerns regarding the TRE 4.0 examination process. Issues such as the exam format, negative marking, and the overall recruitment procedure were highlighted. A significant request was to conduct the examination in a single phase, which the Bihar government has agreed to implement. However, with the recent delay, candidates are left waiting for the revised schedule.

Potential Increase in Vacancies

Currently, the BPSC has confirmed 32,388 vacancies for the TRE 4.0 exam. However, there is a possibility that this number could increase. Reports suggest that the Bihar government may add 111 positions for music teachers, which would raise the total vacancies to 33,385 if included.