The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) closes the application process today, December 24, 2025, for the Diploma in Elementary Education (DEIEd) 2026–28 session. Nearly 30,000 seats across 306 recognized teacher education colleges are available. Eligible candidates must complete registration for the Joint Entrance Examination before midnight.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced that today marks the final opportunity for aspirants to apply for the Diploma in Elementary Education (DEIEd) 2026–28 session. The online application window, which opened on December 11, 2025, will officially close tonight, December 24, 2025.
Key Highlights
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The DEIEd program offers admission to nearly 30,000 seats across 306 accredited teacher education colleges in Bihar.
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Applicants must have passed the Higher Secondary (Class 12) examination with at least 50 percent marks. A relaxation of 5 percent is available for candidates from reserved categories.
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The DEIEd Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) will be conducted to determine admissions into the two-year elementary teacher training program. Successful candidates will be eligible to pursue teaching posts from Class 1 to Class 8 in Bihar schools.
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The minimum age requirement for applicants is 17 years as of January 1, 2026.
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Candidates can apply through the official portal at bsebdeled.com by following the prescribed steps, including registration, uploading documents, and payment of fees.
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The BSEB has emphasized that no further applications will be accepted after the deadline, urging aspirants to complete the process promptly.
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The DEIEd program is considered a crucial pathway for those seeking careers in elementary education, aligning with Bihar’s broader goals of strengthening its teaching workforce and improving foundational learning outcomes.
With the application window closing today, attention now shifts to the upcoming entrance examination, which will serve as the gateway for thousands of aspiring teachers across the state.
Sources: Times of India, Free Press Journal, Business Standard, Live Hindustan, Teacher Exams