Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) – Overview, Exams, Syllabus & Resources

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is the main state board in Bihar that handles the school education for classes up to Class 10 and Class 12 in the state. The board sets the syllabus, approves textbooks, and arranges the important board exams to assess the students for their further qualification.
This page will help you understand what BSEB does, how their exams work, what the syllabus is and how you can use smart resources to prepare well.

1.0Quick Facts of the BSEB

• Full Name: Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB)
• Established Year: 1952 (under the Bihar School Examination Act)
• Headquarters: Patna, Bihar
• Official Website: biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in / biharboard.net.in
• Key Exams: Matric (Class 10) & Intermediate (Class 12) board exams

2.0History & Background

The BSEB was formed to streamline and manage the board‐level examinations for secondary (Class 10) and senior secondary (Class 12) education in Bihar. Before this, various boards or institutions managed school exams, but to bring uniformity and standardisation across the state, the Board was set up under the 1952 Act. Today, BSEB is responsible for setting the syllabus, issuing textbooks, organising examinations, and declaring results for all schools affiliated with it across the state of Bihar.

3.0Latest Updates / Notifications from BSEB

• Registration begins for BSEB Matric (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) exams for 2025 on September 11, 2024.
• The 2025 exam date sheet: For Matric (Class 10) from February 17 to 25, and for Inter (Class 12) from February 1 to 15. 
• BSEB conducts exams in two shifts (morning/afternoon) in many cases.

4.0Role & Functions of the BSEB

• They prescribe the curriculum and syllabus for secondary and senior secondary levels.
• The board conducts the board examinations for Class 10 (Matric) and Class 12 (Intermediate). 
• Publishing textbooks or approving textbooks for schools to use.
• Recognising and affiliating schools under its jurisdiction in Bihar.
• Declaring results and maintaining records of student performance.
• Conducting supplementary or improvement exams for students who could not pass in the first attempt.

5.0Major Examinations Conducted by the BSEB

• Matric (Class 10) Examination: This exam is conducted once a year, usually in the month of February, for students in Class 10. 
• Intermediate (Class 12) Examination: The intermediate exam is conducted once a year, usually in the month of February, for students in Class 12 across different streams.
• Supplementary/Improvement Exams: These exams are held for students who did not pass in the main exam. This exam is conducted usually in May/June.

6.0Syllabus & Textbooks prescribed by the BSEB

• The Board issues the syllabus for Class 10 and Class 12 so that students know what topics to study. For Class 10 (Matric) you will study languages (first & second), Mathematics, Science, Social Science and an optional subject. 
• Textbooks are either published or approved by BSEB and distributed in schools in Hindi, English or regional mediums depending on the school.
• You can ask your teacher or school for the latest textbook list and syllabus PDF for your class and medium.

7.0Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

Note: The exact marks, question types and time may change each year — always check the latest notification from your school or board.

8.0BSEB Important Dates & Exam Calendar 

BSEB conducts exams for class es 10 and 12 on a state level. For all the other classes, the qualifying exams are conducted by the respective schools. Below are the tentative dates by the BSEB for the qualifying exams in the state of Bihar.

9.0Eligibility & Application Process

• Regular students: If you are enrolled in a school affiliated to BSEB, your school will register you for the board exam when you reach Class 10 or Class 12.
• Private / ex-school candidates: If you are not studying in a regular school or have left school and wish to appear, you must apply through the board’s guideline (check the official site for forms, fees and deadlines).
• Make sure your details (name, roll number, class, medium) are correct. Submit the form and fees on time.
• Check with your school for the exact registration process for your session.

Students can directly take admission from any school in the state affiliated with the board during the start of the academic year and their enrolment will be validated directly.

10.0Resources for Students by the BSEB

BSEB also helps students by proving various resources to aid in the preparation of their exams. Some of which are mentioned below:

• Previous Year Question Papers: Solve past exam papers to understand how questions are asked and practise time management.
• Model Papers / Sample Papers: Use model tests to get familiar with exam layout and marking style.
• Answer Keys: After solving papers, use answer keys to check your responses and learn where you can improve.
• Study Tips / Preparation Strategy:
• • Make a daily study schedule and stick to it.
  • Understand the concepts — don’t just memorise.
  • Attempt full-length practice tests under timed conditions.
  • Focus more on weaker areas but keep all subjects in practice.
  • Stay healthy — good sleep and rest matter before exam days.