Short Information: For the Bihar Library Eligibility Test (BLET) 2026 — “Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha” — the last date has been extended to 31 October 2026. The test is conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). This is an eligibility test (CBT), not a direct job appointment — qualifying earns an eligibility certificate for a later, separate recruitment. The exam will be held between 19 November and 10 December 2026.
Bihar BLET 2026 — Library Eligibility Test (Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha)
| Important Dates Notification: 28 September 2026 Apply Start: 1 October 2026 Last Date to Apply: 31 October 2026 (extended) Fee Payment Last Date: 31 October 2026 Exam Date: 19 November – 10 December 2026 |
Application Fee General / BC / EBC: Rs 960/- SC / ST / PwBD: Rs 760/- Payment Mode: Online (card / net banking / IMPS / wallet) |
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026): Minimum 21 years. Maximum: 37 (UR male), 40 (UR female, BC/EBC), 42 (SC/ST). Relaxation as per rules.
| Exam | Posts | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar Library Eligibility Test (BLET) 2026 | check official notification | Eligibility test — sources differ on post numbers; some mention 5,800 School Librarian posts under consideration, others say it is a qualifying-only exam. |
Eligibility: Indian citizen + Bihar resident; Bachelor’s degree in Library Science from a recognised university with 45% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST/BC/EBC/PwBD/women/EWS). Exam: 150 questions / 150 marks / 150 minutes (100 Library Science + 50 GK), no negative marking; qualifying — General 50%, BC 45.5%, EBC 42.5%, SC/ST/PwBD/women 40%.
How to Apply:
- Read the full BSEB notification carefully.
- Register on the SLET portal with your mobile number and email.
- Fill the form and upload documents.
- Pay the fee online and submit before 31 October 2026.
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| BSEB Portal: biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in | Registration Portal: sletregistration.cbrt.co.in |
GramSuvidha is a private information portal (not a government website). For exact details, check only the official website.
Q1. Is BLET a job or an exam?
A: It is an eligibility test (CBT), not a direct job appointment. Qualifying earns an eligibility certificate.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A: 31 October 2026 — the deadline has been extended; both the form and fee deadline now end on 31 October.
Q3. What is the fee?
A: Rs 960/- (General/BC/EBC), Rs 760/- (SC/ST/PwBD).
Q4. When and how will the exam be held?
A: Between 19 November and 10 December 2026 as a CBT; 150 questions/150 marks/150 minutes, no negative marking.
Q5. What is the eligibility?
A: Graduation in Library Science with 45% (5% relaxation for reserved categories) + Bihar domicile.
