Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026 Notes | 21-Day Plan | Library Science + GK
A 21-day, day-wise study plan for the Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026 by BSEB. Covers Library Science (100 marks) and General Knowledge (50 marks) with revision days and mock test strategy, so you can prepare for the 150-question computer based test in three focused weeks.
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About this note
Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026 Notes is a complete 21-day study plan for candidates preparing for the Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). It turns the whole syllabus of Library Science and General Knowledge into short daily targets, so you always know what to study, what to revise and when to test yourself.
Why this plan works for the Bihar School Librarian Test
- Follows the exam pattern: 150 MCQs, 150 marks, 150 minutes, with Library Science carrying 100 marks and General Knowledge 50 marks. There is no negative marking, so every question is worth attempting.
- Day-wise structure: 21 days, about 3 to 4 hours a day, with a revision day after each block of topics.
- Weightage first: two thirds of the paper is Library Science, so most days go to classification, cataloguing, reference service, management and ICT in libraries.
- Mock test strategy: three checkpoints (Day 9, Day 14 and Day 21) to measure progress and fix weak topics before the exam.
- Simple and exam focused: short topic lists and revision pointers, so you spend your time on practice, not on searching for sources.
Syllabus covered
Library Science (100 marks)
- Library and society, types of libraries, Five Laws of Library Science, library legislation
- Collection development, acquisition and technical processing
- Library classification: DDC, Colon Classification, UDC and Library of Congress
- Cataloguing: AACR2, CCC, subject headings, MARC 21 and RDA
- Reference service, information sources and information services
- Library management and school library management
- ICT in libraries: automation software, digital libraries and e-resources
- Research methods, bibliometrics, library organisations and the book trade
General Knowledge (50 marks)
- Bihar GK, Indian history, geography and polity
- General science, economy, awards, books and authors, important days and current affairs
21-day study plan at a glance
| Day | Topics |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Library and society: types of libraries, role of a school library, history of libraries in India, library movement |
| Day 2 | Five Laws of Library Science, library legislation in India, library authority and committees |
| Day 3 | Library acquisition and collection development, selection tools, technical processing, weeding |
| Day 4 | Library classification I: basic concepts, canons and principles, Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) |
| Day 5 | Library classification II: Colon Classification, UDC, Library of Congress Classification |
| Day 6 | Classification revision with practice MCQs |
| Day 7 | Cataloguing I: types and forms of catalogue, catalogue codes (AACR2, CCC), main and added entries |
| Day 8 | Cataloguing II: subject headings, authority control, MARC 21, RDA, bibliographic description |
| Day 9 | Weekly revision and Mock Test 1: Library Science basics |
| Day 10 | Reference service and sources: encyclopaedias, dictionaries, directories, yearbooks, bibliographies |
| Day 11 | Information services: current awareness, SDI, indexing and abstracting, user education |
| Day 12 | Library management: POSDCORB, personnel, finance and budgeting, stock verification, annual report |
| Day 13 | School library management: library standards, library statistics, role of the school librarian |
| Day 14 | Mock Test 2 and review of weak topics |
| Day 15 | ICT in libraries: library automation, Koha, SOUL, e-Granthalaya, barcode and RFID |
| Day 16 | Digital libraries and e-resources: repositories, DSpace, consortia, INFLIBNET, databases, internet basics |
| Day 17 | Research methods in library science, statistics, bibliometrics (Bradford, Lotka, Zipf laws) |
| Day 18 | Library organisations (IFLA, ALA, ILA, UNESCO, RRRLF), publishing and book trade, ISBN and ISSN |
| Day 19 | General Knowledge I: Bihar GK, Indian history, geography and polity, current affairs |
| Day 20 | General Knowledge II: general science, economy, awards, books and authors, important days |
| Day 21 | Full-length mock test, error analysis and final revision plan |
Who should buy these notes?
- Candidates who hold or are completing a Bachelor's degree in Library Science and plan to apply for the BSEB School Librarian post.
- Students with limited time who need a clear plan instead of a long reading list.
- Candidates who studied Library Science a long time ago and need a structured revision before the computer based test.
How to use this plan
- Read the day's topics once, then solve practice questions on the same topics.
- Note the questions you got wrong and revise them on the next revision day.
- Attempt the mock tests on Day 9, Day 14 and Day 21 in exam conditions, with a 150-minute timer.
- In the last two days, revise only your marked weak areas and General Knowledge facts.
Price
MRP ₹499, available now at ₹249 after discount. Once payment is complete, the notes are available in your ExamCompetition account.
Frequently asked questions
Is this note for the Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026?
Yes. It is built for the Vidyalaya Pustakalayadhyaksh Patrata Pariksha (School Librarian Eligibility Test) conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB).
What is the exam pattern?
As per the BSEB notice, the test is computer based with 150 multiple choice questions of 1 mark each in 150 minutes: Library Science (100 marks) and General Knowledge (50 marks). There is no negative marking.
Can I finish it in 21 days?
Yes. The plan splits the syllabus into short daily targets of 3 to 4 hours, with revision days and mock tests built in. If you have more time, stretch each stage and add more practice.
Do these notes include mock tests?
The plan tells you when to attempt mock tests. You can practise free and paid tests for this exam on the Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test page of ExamCompetition.
How do I get the notes after payment?
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Will the exam dates and details be updated?
Dates, fee, age limit and qualification are on the exam page and are updated when BSEB releases a new notice. Always confirm details on the official BSEB website.
For exam dates, fee, age limit, qualification and mock tests, visit the Bihar School Librarian Eligibility Test 2026 page.