Bihar SLET Notification 2026 Released: Apply Online for School Librarian Eligibility Test from October 1

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has officially released the Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test (SLET) Notification 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 5,800 School Librarian posts across the state. The online application process commenced on 1 October 2026 and will remain open until 21 October 2026. Candidates can apply through the official Bihar SLET application portal. The examination is proposed to be conducted through Computer Based Test (CBT) between 19 November and 10 December 2026.

Bihar SLET Notification 2026: Key Highlights

The Bihar SLET 2026 is a state-level eligibility test conducted by BSEB for candidates aspiring to become School Librarians in Bihar. The exam will be held in CBT mode with Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The total marks for the examination are 150, with Library Science carrying 100 marks and General Knowledge carrying 50 marks. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The total duration of the exam is 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes).

Bihar SLET Vacancy 2026

The recruitment process is expected to cover approximately 5,800 School Librarian posts across Bihar. To become eligible for these positions, candidates must qualify for the Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026. The test is mandatory for all aspirants seeking librarian positions in government schools across the state.

Bihar SLET Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must fulfil the educational, domicile, and age-related conditions prescribed in the notification before applying. The key eligibility requirements are:

• Must be Indian citizens and residents of Bihar.
• Graduation degree from a recognised university with at least 45% marks.
• Bachelor's degree in Library Science from a recognised university.
• A 5% relaxation in minimum prescribed marks is available for SC, ST, EBC, BC, PwD, women, and EWS candidates.
• The minimum age is 21 years as on 1 August 2026.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit varies by category as prescribed by the Bihar Government:

• Unreserved Male: 37 Years
• Unreserved Female: 40 Years
• Backward Class: 40 Years
• Extremely Backward Class: 40 Years
• SC: 42 Years
• ST: 42 Years

PwD candidates are eligible for an additional 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen are eligible for a relaxation of three years plus the period of military service.

Bihar SLET Application Fee 2026

The examination fee is as follows:

• General/BS/EBC: ₹960
• SC/ST/PwD: ₹760

The fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

How to Apply for Bihar SLET 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to submit their application form:

1. Visit the official BSEB website or the Bihar SLET application portal.
2. Open the link for School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026.
3. Complete the registration using the required details.
4. Log in using the registration credentials.
5. Fill in the personal and educational information in the application form.
6. Upload the photograph, signature, and other required documents.
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
8. Carefully verify all the information entered in the form.
9. Submit the application before 21 October 2026.
10. Download and save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while completing the online application:

• Class 10 certificate and marksheet as proof of date of birth.
• Class 12 certificate and marksheet.
• Graduation certificate and marksheet.
• Library Science degree certificate.
• Bihar residential certificate.
• Caste certificate, wherever applicable.
• Updated non-creamy layer certificate for BC/EBC candidates.
• Valid disability certificate for PwD candidates.
• Ex-serviceman certificate, wherever applicable.
• Recent colour photograph and scanned signature.

Bihar SLET Exam Pattern 2026

The exam will be conducted through CBT mode with MCQs. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking. The subject-wise distribution is:

• Library Science: 100 Marks
• General Knowledge: 50 Marks
• Total: 150 Marks

The total duration is 150 minutes.

Bihar SLET Qualifying Marks 2026

The qualifying percentage varies by category:

• General: 50%
• Backward Class: 45.5%
• Extremely Backward Class: 42.5%
• SC/ST: 40%
• PwD: 40%
• Women: 40%

Bihar SLET Normalization 2026

The notification states that normalization will be applied because the CBT examination may be conducted in multiple sittings or on different dates. Differences in the difficulty level of question papers across shifts will be taken into account through the normalization process. The candidate's Normalized Score will be treated as the marks obtained for determining whether the candidate has qualified. The qualifying percentage will not be calculated using the raw score.

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. This is a significant opportunity for candidates with a Library Science background to secure a stable government job in Bihar. Make sure to complete your application well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.