Bihar TET Exam Application Process Begins with Controversial Fees
The Bihar TET exam application process has officially started, but the high fees have sparked outrage among candidates. With the application fee set at Rs 960 for one paper and Rs 1440 for both, many are questioning the rationale behind these costs, especially after the Chief Minister's recent announcement of lower fees for other exams. This article delves into the details of the application process and the reactions from candidates regarding the fee structure.
Sep 11, 2025, 08:03 IST
Bihar TET Exam Application Details
Application Process Commencement: The application window for the Bihar TET recruitment examination opens today, September 11. The official notification has been issued, detailing the application procedure and associated fees. However, many candidates expressed dissatisfaction upon reviewing the application costs.
Application Fees Breakdown:
- For STET Paper-1, the fee is set at Rs 960 for candidates from the General Category, EWS, Backward Class, and Extremely Backward Class.
- For SC and ST candidates, the fee is reduced to Rs 760.
- For both Paper-I and Paper-II, the fee for General, EWS, and OBC candidates is Rs 1440.
- SC, ST, and Divyang candidates will pay Rs 1140 instead of Rs 1440 for both papers.
Concerns Raised by Candidates:
Recently, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that the fee for preliminary job exams would be only Rs 100, with no charges for the main exam. Candidates are questioning the rationale behind the high fees for the STET exam, given the CM's previous statements.