Short answer: During teacher training (Lehramtsreferendariat) in Bavaria you receive trainee pay under Bavarian civil service pay law. Civil servant health aid (Beihilfe) follows the Bavarian Beihilfe ordinance (BayBhV), where the rates are set per person (§ 46 BayBhV, referring to Art. 96 BayBG). From 1 October 2026 the basic trainee amount is 1,795.21 euros for pay grade A 13 and 1,763.44 euros for A 12 per month (according to the dbb pay table, subject to promulgation). The amount changes with every pay adjustment, so the official table is the reference. Last updated: October 2026.
Teacher training (Lehramtsreferendariat) in Bavaria is the practical preparatory service after your degree, in which you teach, receive supervision and prepare for the second state examination. Three questions come up during this time: what the state pays you, how Beihilfe works and which health insurance fits. This text answers them with references to the legal basis. The overview Trainee pay by federal state (in German) and the guide Health insurance during training (in German) add context.
The Most Important Points
- Teacher trainees in Bavaria are generally civil servants on probation (Beamte auf Widerruf).
- Trainee pay follows Bavarian civil service pay law. The amounts are in the official pay table and change with each pay adjustment.
- Beihilfe follows the Bavarian Beihilfe ordinance. The rates are set per person (Art. 96 BayBG).
- You need to estimate your own share of treatment costs or cover it with a top-up.
- For questions about your individual case, ask your training seminar or the Beihilfe office.
How High Is Trainee Pay During Teacher Training in Bavaria?
Trainee pay consists of a basic amount and, where applicable, supplements, for example for family or place of work. The legal basis sets the exact amounts, and they are republished with each pay adjustment. From 1 October 2026 the basic amount is 1,795.21 euros for A 13 and 1,763.44 euros for A 12 (dbb pay table, subject to promulgation). Check the date of the table at every decision point. To find the current amount:
- Search the Bavarian legal database for the Bavarian civil service pay act (Bayerisches Besoldungsgesetz) in its current version.
- Read the pay table for trainees and assign yourself to the correct career path, for example trainee teacher at a secondary school.
- Compare the amount with your latest pay notice and note the date.
How Does Beihilfe Work for Trainee Teachers in Bavaria?
As a civil servant on probation you are generally eligible for Beihilfe. The Bavarian Beihilfe ordinance regulates reimbursement. Under § 46 BayBhV, Beihilfe follows personal rates set in Art. 96 para. 3 BayBG. The provision also names an increased rate of 70 percent that applies only once when several beneficiaries are entitled. Look up the rate for your group in the law itself, and ask the Beihilfe office if anything is unclear.
| Rule | Where to find it | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Beihilfe rate | Art. 96 para. 3 BayBG, referred to by § 46 BayBhV | October 2026, text as retrieved, valid from 1 September 2026 |
| Increased rate of 70 percent, granted once | § 46 para. 2 BayBhV | October 2026 |
| Increase of 20 percentage points after Aussteuerung (exhaustion of the insurance benefit), capped at 90 percent | § 46 para. 5 BayBhV | October 2026 |
The table shows where the rules are written. For your own case, check the allocation with the Beihilfe office before you sign a top-up contract.
Which Health Insurance Fits During Teacher Training?
During training you combine Beihilfe with a health insurance arrangement. That can be a private health insurance as a top-up, or another model, depending on your status and personal situation. For Beihilfe, the overall picture consists of the rate, your share of costs and the length of the training. Someone who stays only briefly in training weighs premiums differently from someone who stays in civil service long term. Both views are legitimate. What matters is a comparison based on your complete situation.
What Happens After Teacher Training?
Upon appointment as a teacher in the civil service, pay, Beihilfe and often your insurance status change. Plan the transition early so that no gap appears. The steps after the preparatory service are described in Health insurance after training (in German).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I get Beihilfe during teacher training in Bavaria?
Usually yes, if you hold civil servant status on probation. The ordinance sets out the details. If you are unsure, clarify the entitlement before signing an insurance contract.
Where do I find the current trainee pay?
In the official pay table under Bavarian civil service pay law. Always check the date of the table, because the amounts change with adjustments.
Are there deductions from my pay?
Yes, the usual deductions for tax and social insurance apply where they apply to civil servants. For your net amount, use the calculator of the Federal Ministry of Finance (bmf-steuerrechner.de), because individual tax depends on your circumstances.
May I work alongside my training?
Secondary employment usually requires approval. Ask your training seminar or the responsible office before you start, to avoid problems with your training.
What if Beihilfe does not reimburse a service?
You receive a notice with reasons and can object to it. The deadline is stated in the notice, so keep to it.
What to Do Now
- Note your subject and career path, because they determine the correct pay table.
- Read the Bavarian civil service pay act in its current version and the Beihilfe rules in § 46 BayBhV.
- Calculate your share for typical treatments and compare it with a possible top-up.
- Clarify open points with the responsible office before you sign any contract.
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Sources: dbb pay table Bavaria (draft), valid from 1 October 2026, Bavarian Beihilfe ordinance (BayBhV), § 46, text valid from 1 September 2026, accessed October 2026, Bavarian law portal gesetze-bayern.de, accessed October 2026.
Last updated: October 2026. This guide is general information, not individual advice.
