The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), under instructions from the Bihar Education Department, is conducting the Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha (School Librarian Eligibility Test / LET) 2026. This mandatory eligibility test serves as the gateway for recruitment to over 5,800 School Librarian posts across secondary and higher secondary government schools in Bihar.
Candidates holding a Graduation degree with a Bachelor of Library Science (B.Lib.Sc / B.Lib.I.Sc) can fill out the online application form via the official BSEB portal at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in.
Below is the complete detail regarding the online application timeline, eligibility criteria, exam dates, selection process, pay scale, and step-by-step instructions to apply online.
Bihar Librarian Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Recruitment Event / Activity | Schedule & Dates |
| Official Notification Release | Mid-September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | October 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | October 21, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | October 21, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | November 2026 |
| Librarian Eligibility Test (LET) Dates | November 19, 2026 – December 10, 2026 |
| Result Declaration Date | To be announced |
Bihar School Librarian Vacancy 2026: Overview
| Parameter | Key Details |
| Exam Name | Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha (Librarian Eligibility Test) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Nodal Department | Education Department, Government of Bihar |
| Post Name | School Librarian (Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh) |
| Expected Vacancies | 5,800+ Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Mode |
| Pay Level / Salary | Pay Level 6 (Basic Pay ₹44,900/month; Gross ₹55,000–₹65,000/month) |
| Official Web Portal | biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in / bsebstet.org |
Eligibility Criteria for Bihar Librarian Vacancy 2026
1. Educational Qualification
- Graduation Degree: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least 45% marks.
- Library Science Degree: Candidates must hold a professional Bachelor of Library Science (B.Lib.Sc / B.Lib.I.Sc) degree from an INC/UGC-recognized university.
- Marks Relaxation: A 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying graduation marks (i.e., 40% marks) is provided for reserved categories (SC/ST/EBC/BC), PwD candidates, and female candidates of Bihar domicile.
2. Age Limit (As on Cutoff Date)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Age Relaxation: A special 10-year age relaxation in the upper age limit is provided under the updated Bihar School Librarian Recruitment Rules for the first recruitment cycle.
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
| Unreserved (UR) / EWS – Male | 37 Years (+ Relaxation as applicable) |
| Unreserved (UR) / EWS – Female | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC (Male & Female) | 40 Years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 42 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years Additional Relaxation |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment for Bihar School Librarians follows a two-tier evaluation framework:
- BSEB Librarian Eligibility Test (LET / STET): Computer-based objective test to screen qualified library science professionals.
- Main Written Exam / Merit Recommendation: Conducted by BPSC / Bihar Education Department for final appointment on cleared vacancies.
Exam Pattern for Bihar Librarian Eligibility Test (LET) 2026
| Section / Paper | Total Questions | Total Marks | Exam Duration |
| Library & Information Science (Technical) | 100 MCQs | 100 Marks | 150 Minutes (2.5 Hours) |
| General Knowledge, Teaching Aptitude & Reasoning | 50 MCQs | 50 Marks | — |
| Total Test Assessment | 150 MCQs | 150 Marks | 150 Minutes |
- Mode of Exam: Online Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Question Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Negative Marking: No negative marking is applicable for wrong answers.
Application Fee Structure
| Candidate Category | Application Fee (Expected) |
| General / EWS / BC / EBC Candidates | Rs. 960/- (Single Paper) |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates (Bihar Domicile) | Rs. 760/- (Single Paper) |
Payment Mode: Online transaction via UPI, Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
How to Apply Online for Bihar Librarian Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official BSEB website at
biharboardonline.bihar.gov.inor the dedicated eligibility test portal (bsebstet.org). - Click on the link titled “Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha (Librarian Eligibility Test) 2026 Online Application”.
- Complete new registration by providing your Mobile Number, Email ID, Candidate Name, and Password.
- Log in using your generated Registration ID and credentials.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications (Graduation % and B.Lib.Sc marks), category, and address.
- Upload required documents in specified formats:
- Recent Passport-size Photograph (White background)
- Scanned Signature
- Graduation Marksheet & Degree Certificate
- B.Lib.Sc / B.Lib.I.Sc Marksheet & Passing Certificate
- Bihar Domicile Certificate (for reservation benefits)
- Category / Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway.
- Submit the form, save the PDF copy, and print out the application acknowledgement page for future reference.
Direct Links for Bihar Librarian Recruitment 2026
| Resource / Action | Link |
| Bihar Librarian Online Application Portal | biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in |
| BSEB Official Examination Portal | bsebstet.org |
| Bihar Education Department Official Portal | state.bihar.gov.in/educationbihar |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Bihar Librarian recruitment 2026 online apply kab se shuru hoga?
Bihar Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha (Librarian Eligibility Test) 2026 ke liye online aavedan 1 October 2026 se shuru ho rahe hain aur aavedan karne ki antim tithi 21 October 2026 hai.
2. Bihar School Librarian post ke liye minimum educational qualification kya hai?
Aavedan karne ke liye ummidwar ke paas kisi manyataprapt vishwavidyalaya se Graduation (minimum 45% marks) aur Bachelor of Library Science (B.Lib.Sc / B.Lib.I.Sc) ki degree honi chahiye.
3. Kya Bihar Librarian Exam me negative marking hai?
Nahi, BSEB dwara aayojit hone wale Librarian Eligibility Test me negative marking ka pravdhan nahi hai.
4. Bihar Librarian 2026 ki tentative exam date kya hai?
BSEB ke anusar, Bihar Librarian Eligibility Test ka aayojan 19 November 2026 se 10 December 2026 ke beech tentative roop se kiya jayega.
