The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is set to release the BPSC TRE 4.0 notification soon, as confirmed by Bihar Education Minister Sunil Kumar. The advertisement for Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE) 4.0 will be issued by January 26, marking the beginning of another major recruitment drive aimed at addressing teacher shortages across Bihar’s primary, middle, and higher secondary schools.
TRE 4.0 is expected to fill over 27,000 teacher vacancies, although official numbers may rise significantly as vacancy data is still being collected from districts across the state.
Vacancy Collection Delaying Final Schedule
The Education Department is currently gathering vacancy figures from all 38 districts, but only 15 districts have submitted complete data so far. These include: Rohtas, Bhojpur, Aurangabad, West Champaran, Shivhar, Patna, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, Banka, Gaya (among others)
The remaining 23 districts have not yet provided vacancy details despite multiple reminders issued via letters and video conferencing. Once all data is submitted and the roster is finalised, BPSC will announce the TRE 4.0 exam date.
Vacancies are being compiled from approximately 78,000 schools across Bihar, covering Classes 1 to 12. Officials estimate that nearly 1 lakh teacher positions may be vacant, and recruitment will be conducted in two phases.
TRE 4.0 – New Domicile Policy Introduced
TRE 4.0 comes with significant changes in eligibility and reservation structure. Bihar will introduce a domicile-based reservation framework, ensuring greater opportunities for local candidates.
Key highlights include:
- 85% seats reserved for Bihari youth
- Only 15% seats for candidates from other states or those who completed matriculation + intermediate outside Bihar
- 50% reservation for female candidates (up to Class 5 teacher posts)
- 35% reservation for female candidates in other teacher categories
These reforms aim to empower Bihari women and improve female representation in the teaching workforce.
Teacher Recruitment So Far – 2.68 Lakh Appointments
BPSC has already completed three phases of massive teacher recruitment in the past two years, reinstating a total of 2,68,548 teachers:
- First Phase: 1,02,871 teachers
- Second Phase: 69,500 teachers
- Third Phase: Significant appointments completed
TRE 5.0 is scheduled for 2026, but delays in completing the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) may affect future timelines.
Quick Reference Summary
| Detail | Information |
| Notification Release | By January 26, 2026 |
| Expected Vacancies | 27,000+ (may reach ~1 lakh) |
| Exam Date | After district vacancy submission |
| Total Districts | 38 (only 15 submitted data) |
| Recruitment Phases | Likely 2 |
| New Reservation Policy | 85% Bihar domicile; 50% women (Class 5), 35% in others |
| Total Teachers Reinstated (Past 2 Years) | 2,68,548 |
| Upcoming Cycle | TRE 5.0 in 2026 |
Why the Delay in TRE 4.0?
- Districts are slow in submitting vacancy data.
- Roster preparation cannot begin until all data is received.
- Final exam schedule depends on vacancy confirmation and roster approval.
Despite these challenges, the Education Minister has assured that the process will be completed promptly, with strong coordination between BPSC and the Education Department.
The upcoming BPSC TRE 4.0 recruitment cycle marks a significant step in strengthening Bihar’s education system. With tens of thousands of vacancies, a new domicile-based reservation policy, and a focus on empowering Bihari women, the recruitment process aims to improve the quality and availability of teachers statewide. Candidates should wait for the official notification by January 26 and monitor district-wise vacancy updates. Keep checking the official BPSC website for accurate information and bookmark this page for timely updates
