The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has officially commenced the online application process for the fifth phase of the Sakshamta Pariksha, scheduled for 2026. This crucial competency examination is targeted at teachers employed under various local bodies across the state of Bihar. The registration portal is now live on the board's dedicated website, bsebsakshamta.com.
What is the BSEB Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5?
The Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5 is a mandatory proficiency test for educators working in primary, middle, secondary, and higher secondary schools administered by local bodies in Bihar. The examination is conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) format. Notably, this phase also provides an opportunity for those teachers who either could not clear or did not appear in the earlier cycles of the Sakshamta examination.
Prospective candidates are strongly advised by the board to meticulously go through the official notification before initiating the application process. This step is essential to prevent any errors during form submission, which could lead to disqualification.
Key Dates and Application Fee Structure
The board has released a tentative schedule for the entire process. The notification was issued, and the online application window opened simultaneously on December 31, 2025. The last date for submitting the online form and completing the fee payment is set for January 2026. The exact dates for the examination, admit card release, answer key, and result declaration will be announced in due course on the official portal.
Regarding the application fee, a uniform charge has been set for all candidate categories. General, Backward Class (BC), Extremely Backward Class (EBC), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates must pay Rs 1100. Similarly, applicants from the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) categories are also required to pay Rs 1100. The payment must be made exclusively through online modes such as debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Eligibility Criteria and Step-by-Step Application Guide
Eligibility for the Sakshamta Pariksha is strictly defined. Only teachers who are currently appointed and serving in government schools under local bodies in Bihar are eligible to apply. Applicants must satisfy the educational and appointment qualifications detailed in the official notification. It is important to note that retired teachers or those no longer in active service are not permitted to appear for this test.
The application process is entirely online and involves the following steps:
- Visit the official website: bsebsakshamta.com.
- Read the official notification thoroughly.
- Click on the 'Apply Online' link.
- Fill in all required details in the application form carefully.
- Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Proceed to pay the application fee online.
- Finally, download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Candidates must ensure that their registered mobile number and email ID remain active until the final results are declared. The admit cards for the computer-based test will be generated based on the information provided in the online application form.
This initiative by the Bihar School Examination Board underscores the state's continued focus on evaluating and enhancing the teaching standards within its public education system. Teachers are encouraged to apply within the stipulated timeframe to secure their opportunity for certification.
