The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has granted a crucial extension for aspiring teachers. The board has officially pushed back the final date for submitting applications for the Diploma in Elementary Education Combined Entrance Test (DElEd CET) for the 2026 academic session. Candidates who missed the earlier cutoff can now breathe a sigh of relief.
Revised Timeline and Application Process
The new, final deadline for online registration and fee payment is January 24, 2026. This decision aims to accommodate students who faced difficulties during the initial registration window. The board has clarified that no further extensions are planned beyond this date, urging all eligible candidates to complete their submissions promptly to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
The entire application process is conducted digitally via the official portal, bsebdeled.com. Aspirants must follow these steps sequentially:
- Complete the initial registration.
- Fill in personal and educational details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee through online modes.
The computer-based entrance examination itself is scheduled to be held over a month-long window, from January 19 to February 18, 2026, across various test centers in Bihar. Admit cards will be available for download from the website ahead of the exam dates.
Eligibility Criteria and Fee Structure
To be eligible for DElEd CET 2026, candidates must have passed their Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognized board. The minimum marks required vary by category:
- General category candidates: At least 50% marks.
- SC/ST and Divyang (PwD) candidates: At least 45% marks.
Applicants must be at least 17 years old at the time of application, though the board has not specified an upper age limit. Notably, students currently appearing for their Class 12 exams in 2026 are also permitted to apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria when admission formalities commence.
The application fee is category-dependent and must be paid online:
- General, EWS, BC, EBC: Rs 960.
- SC, ST, Divyang: Rs 760.
Selection and Next Steps After the Exam
Admission to the two-year DElEd programme for the 2026–2028 session will be based solely on the candidate's performance in this entrance test. Following the examination, BSEB will follow a transparent selection process:
- Release of a provisional answer key for candidates to review.
- A designated window for raising objections against the key.
- Declaration of the final result, expected in March 2026.
- Online counselling for qualified candidates for seat allotment based on merit and preference.
The board has advised all applicants to keep a close watch on the official website for timely updates regarding admit cards, answer keys, results, and the counselling schedule. With the deadline extended, this is a final opportunity for eligible candidates in Bihar to secure their chance at a career in elementary education.
