Latest Result, Govt. Jobs Notification & Exam Updates

Bihar School Teacher TRE 4.0 Official Notification

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is driving one of India's largest state-level education initiatives through the Teacher Recruitment Examination 4.0 (TRE 4.0). This fourth phase aims to fill critical teaching vacancies across elementary, secondary, and senior secondary public institutions under the Education Department, Government of Bihar.

BPSC officially published the revised, comprehensive guidelines under Advertisement No. 15/2026 on 22 September 2026.

Correction of Previous Notice: This newly issued document completely cancels, supersedes, and replaces the initial Advertisement No. 14/2026 that was briefly made public on 18 August 2026.
Single-Stage Exam: The revised advertisement officially confirms the removal of any proposed preliminary-plus-mains testing track. The selection process has reverted to a consolidated, single-stage written objective examination, maintaining structural continuity with past iterations of the TRE cycles.

Parameter	Official Details
Exam Conducting Body	Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Exam Name	School Teacher Recruitment Examination 4.0 (TRE 4.0)
Advertisement Number	Advt No. 15/2026 (Supersedes Advt No. 14/2026)
Job Location	Bihar, India
Total Vacancies	33,320 Posts (Revised upwards from 32,388)
Application Mode	Online Only via BPSC Online Portal
Online Application Window	25 September 2026 to 26 October 2026
Fee Payment Deadline	25 October 2026
Official Websites	bpsc.bihar.gov.in & bpsconline.bihar.gov.in

Bihar TRE 4.0 Vacancy Details

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) initially announced a massive pool of 32,388 teaching positions under the updated Advertisement No. 15/2026. Through a subsequent official addendum-cum-corrigendum, the commission revised and increased the allocation by 932 extra seats. This update explicitly pushed the consolidated recruitment figure to a confirmed 33,320 total vacant posts distributed across state-run institutions.

The primary addition comprised 493 fresh posts allocated toward Secondary levels (Classes 9–10) and an extra 439 posts integrated into the Higher Secondary division (Classes 11–12).

Post-wise Distribution

The comprehensive structural breakdown of the 33,320 vacancies distributed across standard educational levels is structured as follows:

Primary School Teacher (Classes 1–5): 3,847 posts dedicated to standard foundational level educators across primary subject fields.
Middle School Teacher (Classes 6–8): 8,563 posts mapping out core subject domains including Mathematics & Science, Social Science, Hindi, English, Sanskrit, and Urdu.
Secondary School Teacher / TGT (Classes 9–10): 4,370 posts (revised upward from the baseline target to accommodate extra student requirements). This also accounts for dedicated Special School Teacher slots across secondary streams.
Higher Secondary School Teacher / PGT (Classes 11–12): 16,540 posts (revised upward), representing the largest cluster of recruitment targets for specialized subject instructors.

BPSC tre 4.0 school teacher vacancy details

Subject-Wise Allocations

According to official requisition data from the Bihar Education Department, specific specialized branches hold distinct distributions across the curriculum:

Senior Secondary (11-12): The single highest volume of subject-specific assignments falls under Chemistry, which leads with a massive 3,695 vacancies. Other major technical and humanities courses follow close behind, including Physics, Botany, Zoology, History, Geography, Political Science, and Computer Science.
Secondary (9-10): Distribution covers standard tracks like Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English, Urdu, Hindi, Sanskrit, Music, and Physical Education.

READ: CGSSB CG Vyapam Lecturer Online Form 2026

BPSC TRE 4.0 Educational and Professional Qualifications (D.El.Ed, B.Ed, B.El.Ed)

To apply for the BPSC TRE 4.0 recruitment cycle, candidates must simultaneously satisfy conditions across nationality/domicile, standard professional education, teacher training certifications, and strict age brackets.

Candidates must have completed their mandatory academic degrees and professional teacher training from recognized universities or boards on or before the closing date of applications.

Teaching Level	Basic Academic Requirements	Professional Training Degree
Primary Teacher (Classes 1–5)	Senior Secondary (10+2 / Intermediate) with a minimum of 50% marks	2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) OR 4-year B.El.Ed (Note: B.Ed is excluded for Primary)
Middle School Teacher (Classes 6–8)	Graduation (B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com) in relevant subject streams with at least 50% marks	Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) OR B.Ed Special Education OR 2-year D.El.Ed
Secondary Teacher / TGT (Classes 9–10)	Graduation or Post-Graduation in the concerned subject stream with a minimum of 50% marks	Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) from an NCTE-recognized institution
Higher Secondary / PGT (Classes 11–12)	Master’s Degree (Post-Graduation) in the relevant specialized subject with a minimum of 50% marks	Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed integrated degrees

Bihar TRE 4.0 Mandatory Teacher Eligibility Tests (CTET / STET Paper requirements)

Possessing educational degrees is not enough; candidates must clear the corresponding centralized teacher eligibility benchmarks to sit for the BPSC competitive written test.

Level-Wise Passing Requirements

Primary Teachers (1–5): Must have cleared CTET Paper 1 or Bihar BTET Paper 1.
Middle School Teachers (6–8): Must have cleared CTET Paper 2 or Bihar BTET Paper 2.
Secondary Teachers / TGT (9–10): Must have passed the Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) Paper 1.
Higher Secondary Teachers / PGT (11–12): Must have passed the Bihar State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) Paper 2.

Important Marks Cut-off

Bihar Domicile Relaxations: The Bihar government offers structural pass mark relaxations for native residents in CTET (e.g., General Women require 55% / 82.5 marks; SC/ST/PwBD require 50% / 75 marks).
Outside Bihar Candidate Threshold: Every candidate applying from outside Bihar (regardless of gender or community status) must have scored a flat minimum of 60% marks (90 marks total) in CTET Paper 1 or Paper 2 to be eligible to apply.

BPSC School Teacher TRE 4.0 Age Limit (As of August 1, 2026)

The baseline to calculate a candidate's age are strictly as of August 1, 2026.

Minimum Age

Primary & Middle School levels: Minimum 18 years.
Secondary & Higher Secondary levels: Minimum 21 years.

Maximum Age Limits & Relaxations

The upper cap varies clearly across administrative demographic blocks:

Candidate Category	Maximum Age Limit
General Category (Male) — Includes all outside-state applicants	37 Years
Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class (Male & Female)	40 Years
General Category (Female)	40 Years
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (Male & Female)	42 Years

Additional Relaxations: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) get a straight relaxation of 10 years in the upper age ceiling. Regular working teachers across Bihar government schools are granted localized relaxations as per state-level directives.
Retirement Age: The standard contractual/permanent service termination threshold is capped firmly at 60 years.

BPSC School Teacher Pay Scale 2026

The monthly compensation package varies depending on the educational tier. Below is the definitive level-wise basic pay and estimated net in-hand salary structure:

Teaching Level	Pay Level	Baseline Basic Pay	Approx. Net In-Hand Salary
Primary Teacher (Classes 1–5)	Level 7	₹25,000	₹34,000 – ₹36,000
Middle School Teacher (Classes 6–8)	Level 8	₹28,000	₹38,000 – ₹42,000
Secondary Teacher / TGT (Classes 9–10)	Level 9	₹31,000	₹42,000 – ₹45,000
Higher Secondary / PGT (Classes 11–12)	Level 9 / 10	₹32,000	₹45,000 – ₹48,000

(Note: Net in-hand salary figures vary slightly depending on the specific tier of city or rural pocket where the candidate is posted, as this directly dictates the House Rent Allowance and City Transport Allowance parameters).

Bihar School Teacher Allowances (DA, HRA, Medical, etc.)

In addition to the baseline basic pay, state educators receive multiple perks and financial benefits that boost their gross monthly earnings:

Dearness Allowance (DA): Factored at the revised rate of 53% of Basic Pay, which undergoes standard periodic state revisions twice a year.
House Rent Allowance (HRA): Ranges dynamically between 10% and 30% of basic pay based on the classified urban or rural tier of posting (e.g., Patna offers higher structural rates compared to rural village school allocations).
Medical Allowance: A fixed medical allowance of ₹1,000 per month is credited uniformly across all posts.
City Transport Allowance (CTA): Provided to candidates posted within specified urban cluster municipalities to cover regular commuting costs.

Mandatory Deductions

Gross salaries are subject to statutory institutional deductions before the final net amount is deposited into the candidate's bank account:

National Pension System (NPS): A mandatory deduction amounting to 10% of the candidate's Basic Pay + DA is diverted to their individual pension account. The state government adds a co-contribution of 14% toward this retirement corpus.
State Insurance & Professional Taxes: Standard minor regulatory deductions are applied as per active Bihar financial department bylaws.

BPSC School Teacher Probation Period & Career Growth 2026

Taking up a teaching position through BPSC TRE 4.0 provides structural pathways for long-term career progression:

Probationary Timeline: All newly recruited teachers undergo a mandatory 2-year probation period starting from their official date of joining. Satisfactory completion leads to permanent service confirmation.
Annual Increments: Employees receive standard 3% annual compounding increments applied directly to their active basic pay scale, alongside regular adjustments to the state's Dearness Allowance.
Promotional Hierarchy: Career progression relies on a blend of service seniority, performance evaluations, and internal departmental clear listings:

Selection Grade: Attained after completing initial baseline service criteria.
Senior Grade Teacher: Standard upgrade pathway after 10 years of continuous service.
Headmaster / Principal / Vice-Principal: Attainable after 15 years of teaching experience, or through direct eligibility paths toward higher institutional or educational administrative boards (like District Education Officer cadres).

Bihar School Teacher TRE 4.0 Selection Process 2026

The selection of candidates for the permanent teacher cadres under Advertisement No. 15/2026 is strictly merit-based and transparent. Unlike conventional state examinations, there is no interview stage in the BPSC TRE 4.0 framework. The entire selection relies exclusively on a single objective exam score and structural document validation.

1. Written Examination (Objective Type)

The primary selection hurdle is an offline, OMR-based competitive written test comprising objective multiple-choice questions.

Single Unified Paper: The evaluation is conducted via a single comprehensive paper of 150 marks with an exam duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Zero Interview Weightage: Final allocations are drawn up directly using the marks scored in the main sections of the written test. An interview will not be conducted for any of the four academic tiers (Primary, Middle, TGT, and PGT).
Mandatory Category Minimums: To avoid immediate elimination, candidates must secure the following baseline scores in the written exam:

General Category: 40%
Backward Classes (BC): 36.5%
Extremely Backward Classes (EBC): 34%
SC / ST / Women / PwBD Candidates: 32%

2. Document Verification (DV)

Candidates who score above the post-wise cut-off are called for mandatory physical document verification (DV) in a 1:1 ratio based on available seats.

The Watermark Authentication Policy

This is a critical administrative step unique to BPSC. All scanned PDFs submitted during online registration (such as degrees, caste certificates, and identity proofs) are processed through the BPSC Registration System. The portal imprints a secure, unique BPSC Registration Watermark containing the candidate's active registration credentials onto each document.

During the physical counseling/DV phase, candidates must present these exact watermarked sheets alongside their original physical folders. Any missing watermark or structural mismatch between the uploaded copies and physical documents results in immediate disqualification.

BPSC TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The BPSC TRE 4.0 assessment is conducted as a single-stage, offline Pen-and-Paper (OMR-based) written examination. There are no subjective descriptive rounds, and interviews are completely excluded from the selection process across all four teaching categories.

The entire assessment across all educational levels features a total of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be solved within a continuous duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes.

The paper is divided into structural parts depending on the specific teaching tier:

1. Primary School Teacher (Classes 1–5)

Total Questions: 150 (150 Marks)
Part I: Language Section (30 Questions / 30 Marks): English combined with a choice of Hindi, Urdu, or Bangla. This segment is strictly qualifying in nature; candidates must secure a flat minimum of 30% marks (9 Marks) to avoid immediate elimination.
Part II: General Studies (120 Questions / 120 Marks): Comprehensive general curriculum panel. The final merit-ranking list for the primary category is evaluated exclusively using the 120 marks scored in this section.

2. Middle (6–8), Secondary TGT (9–10) & Higher Secondary PGT (11–12)

Total Questions: 150 (150 Marks)
Part I: Language Section (30 Questions / 30 Marks): English along with a preferred vernacular language. It remains a qualifying section requiring a 30% pass mark (9 Marks) and is excluded from the final merit-ranking pool.
Part II: General Studies (40 Questions / 40 Marks): Foundational core common across all domains.
Part III: Subject-Specific Paper (80 Questions / 80 Marks): Deep evaluation centered around the specific discipline chosen by the candidate corresponding to their degree specialization.
The final merit-ranking position for these levels is calculated out of a consolidated 120 marks generated from Parts II and III combined.

BPSC TRE 4.0 Negative Marking Policy 2026

Under Advertisement No. 15/2026, BPSC has established strict measures to combat blind guessing by implementing a mandatory penalty structure:

1/3rd Deduction Matrix: Every incorrect response recorded on the OMR sheet triggers a structural penalty where 0.33 marks are deducted from the candidate's core score.
The 5-Option Structure: Every question features five choices labeled A, B, C, D, and E. Choices A through D hold potential correct answers.
The Blank Space OMR Penalty: If you choose not to attempt a question, you cannot leave the OMR circles blank. Candidates must explicitly bubble Option E (Not Attempted).
Crucial Rule: Leaving a question completely blank without registering any bubble triggers the exact same 1/3rd negative marking penalty as selecting a wrong answer.

Bihar School Teacher TRE 4.0 Syllabus

The official notification for the teacher recruitment process is officially out

Part I: Language Section (Common to All Levels)

Designed up to a competitive standard, this segment requires a working foundation in grammar, syntax, and sentence mechanics.

English (Compulsory): Idioms, phrases, reading comprehension passages, spotting grammatical errors, synonyms, antonyms, and basic structural syntax.
Selected Language (Hindi / Urdu / Bangla): Advanced vocabulary, sentence transformation, active/passive tones, proverbs, and vernacular grammar rules.

Part II: General Studies Section

The structural distribution of questions across the General Studies sections includes:

Elementary Mathematics & Mental Ability: Ratios, percentage metrics, interest models, profit & loss matrices, analytical series, and logical reasoning arrays.
General Science: High-yield daily observation principles spanning Physics, Chemistry, and basic Life Sciences up to standard matriculation bounds.
Social Sciences & Indian National Movement: Complete focus on the 1857 upsurges, revolutionary organizations, and Bihar’s specific role in the Indian freedom struggle.
Geography & Environment: Physical geography of India and Bihar, natural resource mapping, ecosystems, and environmental conservation challenges.

Part III: Subject-Specific Core (For Classes 6 to 12)

Questions in this part are directly mapped to the target level, with academic difficulty anchored to the minimum qualifying credential required for that specific post.

Middle School (6–8): Follows the baseline state curricula across selected combinations (Mathematics & Science, Social Science, or specific language tracks).
Secondary TGT (9–10): Focuses heavily on the candidate's specific core selection (e.g., Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English, Urdu, Hindi, Sanskrit) mapped with NCERT parameters.
Higher Secondary PGT (11–12): Requires post-graduate level proficiency in highly specialized singular disciplines such as Chemistry, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science, History, Economics, Accountancy, or Political Science.

BPSC TRE 4.0 Important Dates

Candidates must strictly adhere to the updated schedule defined by the commission's revised calendar:

Event	Confirmed Schedule / Deadlines
Initial Brief Notice (Advt 14/2026)	18 August 2026
Revised Detailed Notification (Advt 15/2026)	22 September 2026
Commencement of Online Registration & OTR	25 September 2026
Closing Window for Online Fee Payment	25 October 2026
Final Date for Application Form Submission	26 October 2026
Release of Exam Admit Cards	To be announced (Expected 10–14 days before the exam)
Written Examination Dates	To be announced officially
Declaration of Results & Merit List	To be announced

TRE 4.0 Required Documents List

Before logging into the portal, ensure you have clean, scanned copies of the following documents ready in PDF format (strictly under 100 KB per file):

Identity & Age Proof: Aadhaar Card (Highly recommended to bypass the extra ₹200 biometric surcharge) and Matriculation (Class 10) Certificate.
Academic Certificates: Graduation and Post-Graduation Marksheets along with Degree Certificates.
Professional Qualifications: D.El.Ed, B.Ed, or B.El.Ed passing degrees and final marksheets.
Eligibility Test Clearances: CTET (Paper 1 or 2) Certificate/Marksheet or Bihar STET (Paper 1 or 2) certificates.
Reservation Folders (Bihar Domicile Only): Domicile/Residential Certificate, Caste Certificate (SC/ST), Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate (BC/EBC), or EWS Income Certificate.
Live Webcam Hardware: A functional desktop or laptop webcam is required for the mandatory live digital photograph capture during the online session.

Online Registration via BPSC Portal

The application for BPSC TRE 4.0 (Advt No. 15/2026) must be submitted entirely online. Candidates are required to complete a mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) profile before filling out the main application form and paying the fees.

Access the Portal: Navigate directly to the official BPSC Online Application System.
Initiate OTR: Click on the "Online Registration" tab prominently displayed on the homepage dashboard.
Enter Personal Data: Input your full name, father’s/husband's name, mother’s name, date of birth, and marital status exactly as written on your Matriculation certificate.
Verify Contacts: Enter your active mobile number and email ID. Click "Get OTP" to verify both communication channels via separate system codes.
Submit Registration: Carefully review the entered data and click "Submit Registration Form". Your unique Username and Password will immediately display on-screen and be sent to your registered mobile number.

How to Fill the BPSC Tre 4.0 Application Form

How to Fill the Application Form

Login to Dashboard: Return to the BPSC Online Portal login page and sign in using your newly generated Username and Password.
Access Application Form: Click the active "Application Form" button available on your personal candidate dashboard.
Specify Eligibility Filters: Check the boxes corresponding to your cleared teacher eligibility profiles (e.g., CTET Paper-I, STET Paper-II).
Select Teaching Post Groups: Choose the specific tiers you are applying for (Primary 1–5, Middle 6–8, TGT 9–10, or PGT 11–12). If you are applying for multiple tiers, check all applicable options.
Submit District Preferences: Enter exactly three distinct districts of Bihar in order of preference. These selections dictate your physical placement matrix if you successfully clear the merit cut-off.

BPSC TRE 4.0 Uploading Photograph, Signature, and Certificates

Uploading Photograph, Signature, and Certificates

Live Webcam Photo Capture: The BPSC interface utilizes your system’s webcam to capture a live photo instead of traditional file uploads.

Ensure your background is plain white or off-white.
Maintain straight head alignment and adequate ambient lighting.
Do not wear caps, hoodies, or dark sunglasses during the capture.

Upload Signatures: Upload scanned copies of your signature in two versions: one written in Hindi and one in English. Both files must be in JPG/JPEG format under 15 KB with a resolution of 250 x 100 pixels.
Upload Documents: Upload the required academic, professional, and reservation certificates into their respective slots as PDF files under 100 KB.

Crucial Check: Ensure the scanned documents are sharp and fully legible. These files will directly receive the secure system watermark used during phase counseling

BPSC TRE 4.0 Application Fee Structure

The application fee must be paid online through the integrated payment gateway during the application window. Candidates applying for multiple tiers (e.g., both Secondary TGT and Higher Secondary PGT) must pay separate post-group application fees.

The baseline bio-metric and registration fee is structured into two main tiers based on state domicile concessions:

Candidate Category	Application Fee (Per Post Group)
General Category Candidates	₹750
All Candidates from States Outside Bihar (Regardless of Category/Gender)	₹750
Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) (Native of Bihar only)	₹200
Female Candidates (Native of Bihar only)	₹200
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) (40% or more disability)	₹200

Mandatory Biometric Fee

Candidates who do not provide their Aadhaar Card Number during registration must pay an additional Biometric Fee of ₹200 per category/post group.
Providing a verified Aadhaar card eliminates this extra charge.

BPSC Teacher 4.0 Helpdesk & Contact Information

If you encounter technical issues with portal registration, payment discrepancies, or require clarification regarding the advertisement rules, use the official Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) support channels listed below.

Official BPSC Support Channels

Candidates should contact the designated helpdesk teams based on the specific nature of their query:

Online Application Technical Helpdesk: For website glitches, OTP errors, portal lockouts, or live webcam capture failures.

Contact Numbers: +91-9297739013 / +91-9297739016
Operational Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM (Closed on Gazetted Gazetted Holidays)

BPSC Examination Enquiry Cell: For doubts concerning eligibility criteria, subject combinations, or Advertisement No. 15/2026 guidelines.

Contact Number: 0612-2215074

Official Correspondence Address: For formal physical applications or emergency grievance submissions.

Bihar Public Service Commission, 15, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg (Baily Road), Patna – 800001.

Troubleshooting Common Form Issues

1: OTP Not Received on Mobile/Email

Fix: Wait 5 minutes before clicking "Resend". Ensure your mobile number is not registered under full DND (Do Not Disturb) blocks. Clear your email's Spam/Junk folder as automated portal servers sometimes route confirmation scripts there.

2: Payment Deducted but Dashboard Shows "Unpaid"

Fix: Do not immediately initiate a second transaction. The payment gateway network frequently requires up to 24 to 48 hours to clear settlements with the BPSC server. Check your bank statement; if the amount is fully debited, log back in after 24 hours to see the green confirmation link. If it remains unresolved, email your transaction receipt to the technical support team.

3: Live Webcam Photo is Blurry or Fails to Load

Fix: Clear your internet browser's cache and cookies, or switch to an updated version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. Grant the browser explicit camera permission pop-ups when prompted by onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in.

4: Made a Mistake in the Submitted Form

Fix: Once the payment transaction is completed, submitted fields cannot be updated. However, BPSC allows you to Cancel Your Application directly from the dashboard before the closing date. Note: The application fee for the cancelled form is strictly non-refundable, and you must register and pay fresh fees to submit a corrected form.

FAQs - Bihar School Teacher TRE 4.0

Q1. Are candidates from states outside Bihar eligible to apply for BPSC TRE 4.0?

Ans. Yes. Candidates from all states and union territories are fully eligible. However, they will be treated strictly under the General (Unreserved) Category and cannot claim state-specific reservations or age relaxations.

Q2. What are the minimum passing marks required in CTET for outside-state applicants?

Ans. Every candidate applying from outside Bihar (regardless of their gender, caste, or category in their home state) must have scored a flat minimum of 60% marks (90 marks total) in CTET Paper 1 or Paper 2 to be eligible.

Every candidate applying from outside Bihar (regardless of their gender, caste, or category in their home state) must have scored a flat minimum of 60% marks (90 marks total) in CTET Paper 1 or Paper 2 to be eligible.

Q3. Is a B.Ed degree valid for applying to the Primary School Teacher (Classes 1–5) posts?

Ans. No. Following Supreme Court directives and BPSC guidelines, a B.Ed degree is completely excluded for the Primary level. Only candidates with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or a 4-year B.El.Ed are eligible for Classes 1–5.

Q4. Can I apply for multiple teaching tiers (e.g., both Middle School and TGT)?

Ans. Yes. If you meet the individual eligibility criteria for multiple levels, you can apply for them simultaneously. However, you must select them in your dashboard and pay separate application fees for each post group.

Q5. What is the Option E penalty rule in the OMR sheet?

Ans. BPSC TRE 4.0 has a strict 1/3rd negative marking policy. Each question has 5 choices (A to E). If you want to skip a question, you cannot leave it blank; you must bubble Option E (Not Attempted). Leaving a question completely blank triggers an automatic 1/3rd mark deduction penalty.

Q6. Can I edit my application form after completing the fee payment?

Ans. No. Once the payment is processed, you cannot edit any fields. If you made a major error, you must Cancel your Application from the dashboard before the closing date and submit a fresh application with a new fee. The previous fee is strictly non-refundable.

October 11, 2026

Bihar School Teacher TRE 4.0 Recruitment 2026