BSEB Sakshamta Phase 5 Registration 2026 Begins for Bihar Teachers

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has initiated online registration for the BSEB Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5, 2026 . This competency test targets local body teachers across Bihar. Successful candidates from this examination gain state employee status. Teachers can access the application portal via the official website: bsebsakshamta.com.

The registration process is open to teachers serving in primary, middle, secondary, and higher secondary schools throughout the state. This includes educators who may not have participated in earlier phases of the Sakshamta examination. All eligible teachers are encouraged to register for the upcoming Phase 5 tests.

The launch of Phase 5 follows the successful conclusion of the fourth edition of the Sakshamta Pariksha. In the 2025 competency test, a total of 4,932 teachers qualified. Their successful participation helps them secure the status of state employees within Bihar’s education system.

Examination Structure and Duration

The Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5 will be conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT). This standardized format ensures consistent evaluation for all participants. Candidates will have a fixed duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete the entire examination.

Question Pattern

The test comprises 150 objective-type questions . These questions are designed to assess a broad range of knowledge across various subjects and educational levels relevant to the teaching profession in Bihar. The Bihar School Examination Board has categorized the questions into three distinct sections:

  • Language Part: This section contains 30 questions, focusing on language proficiency.
  • General Studies: Forty questions will cover general knowledge and current affairs pertinent to educators.
  • Related Subjects: The largest section, with 80 questions, will test knowledge in subjects directly related to the candidate’s teaching specialization.

Eligibility Requirements and Qualifying Scores

Candidates must meet specific criteria to apply for the BSEB Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5. Only teachers currently employed within local body schools across Bihar are eligible. The competency test serves to evaluate both their educational background and professional qualifications, ensuring a high standard for state employment.

Minimum Passing Percentages

To be declared successful in the Sakshamta 5th Phase results, candidates must achieve minimum qualifying marks. These percentages are set based on the candidate’s social or demographic category, reflecting inclusive standards:

Category Minimum Passing Marks (%)
General Category 40%
Backward Class (BC) 36.5%
Extremely Backward Class (EBC) 34%
Scheduled Caste (SC) 32%
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 32%
Differently Abled 32%
Female Candidates 32%