Patna (Bihar) on 31 December 2025, the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) opened the registration for the 5th phase of the Sakshamta Pariksha (Competency Test) 2026, inviting eligible in-service teachers under local bodies across Bihar to apply online for certification and competency assessment. The announcement includes key dates for registration and fee payment. The competency test aims to assess and certify the professional capabilities of teachers serving in primary, middle, secondary, and higher secondary schools governed by local bodies. Those who missed or did not qualify in earlier phases are also eligible to apply.
BSEB 5th Competency Test 2026 Registration Dates and Fee
Below are the key schedules for the BSEB Sakshamta Pariksha 5th Phase 2026 application process. Candidates must adhere to these timelines to ensure successful registration:
All categories of applicants are required to pay an application fee of Rs 1100, which is payable through online modes such as debit/credit card or net banking.
BSEB Sakshamta Pariksha 5th Phase 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The competency test is open to in-service teachers currently working in government schools under local bodies in Bihar, including those in primary, middle, secondary, and higher secondary levels. Teachers who previously did not participate or did not qualify in earlier Sakshamta examinations may also register for this phase. Candidates must satisfy any educational and service conditions as specified in the official notification on the BSEB Sakshamta portal. Registration will not be considered complete until the application form is submitted and the fee is paid by the deadline.
BSEB Competency Test: Process and Next Steps
The BSEB competency test is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates who successfully register and sit for the exam will receive admit cards on dates shared by the board closer to the test schedule. Detailed information on exam centres, syllabus, and test pattern will be released by BSEB ahead of the examination. Successful candidates who pass the fifth phase of the Sakshamta Pariksha will receive competency certificates valid for professional recognition and advancement in school teaching roles managed by local bodies in Bihar.
