The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has initiated online registrations for the Bihar Diploma in Elementary Education (DElEd) Joint Entrance Examination 2026. Aspiring teachers can submit applications starting today, December 11, 2025 . The deadline for all online submissions is December 24, 2025 .
Candidates must complete the application process exclusively through the official BSEB DElEd website, bsebdeled.com . This examination is the gateway to a two-year diploma program designed to train future elementary school teachers in Bihar. The program covers the academic years 2026-28.
Bihar offers 30,000 DElEd seats across 306 participating colleges . Securing admission requires candidates to pass the entrance examination and meet minimum eligibility criteria. The BSEB notification details all necessary steps and guidelines for applicants.
Application Process and Key Dates
The application window is brief, lasting just 14 days. Applicants should visit the official portal to register, fill out the form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee. No offline applications will be accepted.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Diploma in Elementary Education (DElEd) |
| Academic Year | 2026–28 |
| Registration Start Date | December 11, 2025 |
| Registration End Date | December 24, 2025 |
| Total Seats | 30,000 |
| Participating Colleges | 306 |
| Official Website | bsebdeled.com |
Eligibility Requirements
Prospective candidates must satisfy the following conditions to apply for the DElEd Joint Entrance Exam 2026:
- Applicants need a minimum of 50 percent marks in their Class 12 examination.
- Candidates belonging to reserved categories will receive a 5 percent relaxation , requiring 45 percent marks.
- Those who have passed the Maulvi examination with at least 50 percent marks are also eligible.
- The candidate’s age must be at least 17 years old . This age calculation is based on January 1, 2026.
DElEd Entrance Exam Structure
The Joint Entrance Examination will assess candidates through an objective-type question paper. The test comprises 120 multiple-choice questions and has a total duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Exam Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Question Format | Objective-type (Multiple Choice) |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Subject-wise Question Distribution
The examination paper is divided into six distinct sections, each carrying specific weightage:
- General Hindi/Urdu: 25 questions
- Mathematics: 25 questions
- Science: 20 questions
- Social Studies: 20 questions
- General English: 20 questions
- Reasoning and Analytical Ability: 10 questions
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates must achieve minimum qualifying scores to be considered for admission:
- Unreserved (UR) Category: Candidates need to score at least 35% of the total marks.
- Reserved Categories: Candidates must secure a minimum of 30% of the total marks.
Final college allotments will depend on a candidate’s merit in the entrance examination and the preferences indicated in their application form. Candidates should review the official notification thoroughly for complete details on the application process and examination.