Bihar STET Salary 2025 and Job Profile: Secondary & Senior Secondary Teacher

 Bihar STET Salary and Job Profile is one of the most important pieces of information that every candidate must know how to apply for the Bihar STET exam.  The Bihar STET salary is structured under the 7th Pay Commission and includes various allowances like HRA and DA. The candidates who want to be a teacher for the students of class 9th and 10th in the state of Bihar will have to appear for the Paper-I exam, and those who are applying to be a teacher for the students of class 11th and 12th then will appear for the Paper-II exam.

• The board conducts the exam for those candidates who are aiming to become a teacher for Secondary students (Class 9-10) and Senior Secondary students (Class 11-12).
• After recruitment, the candidates will be placed accordingly and the scale pay will be different. We will be giving details about the pay scale and other allowances along with their in-hand salary, allowances, and perks.

Bihar STET Salary Structure

The Bihar teacher's salary is given according to the 7th pay commission. The Bihar STET teacher salary varies based on the class level taught, whether it's secondary or senior secondary. The salary of Bihar STET teacher also depends on the posting location, which may affect allowances and gross in-hand pay. The salary structure for candidates who qualify through Bihar State Examination depends on the post they are selected-conscious (classes 9-10) or Senior Secondary (Class 11-12).  Along with the salary and grade pay, the candidates will also be provided with certain perks and allowances which we will be discussing with you in this article. Read the full article to know about the promotion and other career growth for Bihar Teachers .

• The basic pay band for the teachers of Secondary and Higher Secondary remains between Rs.5200 - 20200/-
• The grade pay for the Secondary teachers (Class 9-10) remains Rs.2400/-
• The grade pay for the higher secondary teachers (Class 11-12) remains Rs.2800/-
• Candidates will be provided with 
• House Rent Allowances (HRA)- 8%
• Dearness Allowance (DA)- 17%
• Medical Allowance- 1000

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Bihar STET Salary for Secondary Teachers (Class 9-10)

Candidates aiming to teach Classes 9 to 12 often inquire about the STET Bihar salary.  The average STET teacher salary in Bihar includes a basic pay plus additional allowances like HRA and medical aid. The detailed breakdown is given below:-

• The basic pay for the Secondary teachers remains Rs. 19532.
• The Secondary teachers teaching the students of class 9-10th will be getting the HRA of Rs.1563/- and DA of Rs.3320/-.
• The total pay scale for the Secondary teachers will be Rs. 25415/-.

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Bihar STET Salary for Senior Secondary Teachers (Class 11-12)

Understanding the STET salary in Bihar helps aspirants evaluate the financial benefits of clearing the exam. The detailed breakdown of the salary is given below:-

• The basic pay for the Senior Secondary teachers remains Rs. 20560/-.
• The Senior Secondary teachers teaching the students of class 11-12th will be getting the HRA of Rs.1650/- and DA of Rs.3500/-.
• The total pay scale for the Senior Secondary teachers will be Rs. 26710/-

Note:

• The medical allowance remains Rs.1000 for both Bihar STET  Secondary and Senior Secondary posts. 
• The salary may vary depending on which city the candidate is posted according to the 7th pay commission.

Over time, the Bihar STET salary increases with yearly increments and grade promotions within the education department

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Bihar STET Salary Slip

Newly recruited candidates often compare the Bihar STET teacher salary with other teaching exams before applying. Candidates appointed as teachers through the Bihar STET will be issued a salary slip each month. The monthly salary slip issued to each BSEB STET-appointed teacher includes:

• Basic Pay
• Allowances: HRA, DA, CTA
• Deductions: Provident Fund (PF), Professional Tax, Income Tax (if applicable)
• Net In-Hand Salary

Bihar STET Job Profile for Teachers

The responsibilities of a Secondary (Class 9-10) or Senior Secondary teacher (Class 11-12) will include:

• Prepare and deliver lessons regularly.
• Give feedback and maintain the records of Pupils’ development and progress.
• Find new topic areas, maintain up-to-date subject knowledge, and devise and write new curriculum materials.
• Prepare pupils for other external examinations.
• Manage pupils’ behaviour in the classroom as well as school premises and apply proper measures in case of misbehaviour. 
• Taking up personal duties like tutoring personally and supporting them in their personal and educational difficulties.
• Communicate with parents regarding their progress.
• Liaise with other professionals such as learning mentors, career advisors, educational psychologists and education welfare officers.
• Supervise the work of trainee teachers, newly qualified teachers and teaching assistants.
• Participate in other extracurricular activities such as study outings, events etc.
• Go through the regular observations and participate in regular in-service training (INSET) as part of continuing professional development (CPD).

Bihar STET Career Growth

After qualifying for the Bihar STET, the candidates will be posted in different districts of Bihar. They will be further promoted to their senior posts after they have met the criteria set for the promotion. In the article below we will be mentioning the promotion path for a primary teacher however candidates can refer to the same for their posts.

• Assistant teacher in Primary school
• A senior teacher in Primary school
• Head Master/Headmistress in primary school
• A senior teacher in Upper Primary school
• Principal in Upper Primary School
• District Education Officer (with departmental exams)

Bihar STET Career Options Beyond Teaching

Candidates with STET certification are not limited to school teaching only. They can explore:

• Government job roles via BPSC or other state-level commissions
• Online tutoring, educational YouTube channels, content development
• Publishing NCERT-based guides and model test books
• Becoming Teacher Trainers or Academic Coordinators

School administration roles like vice-principal or academic head

Bihar STET Allowances

Apart from the basic pay, candidates appointed as teachers through Bihar STET are entitled to various allowances such as:

• HRA
• TA
• DA
• Paid Leaves
• Medical Allowances

We hope that we have given almost enough information regarding the Bihar STET Salary and Job Profile and we have answered your queries well. Candidates can download the Testbook app for more information and updates. If you are searching for a guide and mentor then download the app now. 

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