The 2025 BSSC CGL Recruitment Notification is now available! The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC), which has announced the 4th Graduate Level Combined Competitive Exam (BSSC CGL 2025) for 1,481 vacancies across multiple departments, is the perfect place to start your government career in Bihar. From August 25, 2025, to September 26, 2025, the online application link will be available (fee payment until September 24, 2025).
Table of Contents
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | BSSC CGL 2025 Overview |
| 2 | Important Dates |
| 3 | Vacancy – Post‑wise Breakup |
| 4 | Eligibility Criteria 1. Educational Qualification 2. Age Limit (as on 01 Aug 2025) |
| 5 | Salary & Benefits (7th CPC) |
| 6 | Selection Process & Exam Pattern 1. Tier‑I: Preliminary Exam (CBT) 2. Tier‑II: Main Exam |
| 7 | Detailed Syllabus (Prelims & Mains Paper‑2) |
| 8 | Application Fees |
| 9 | How to Apply Online with Documents Required |
| 10 | Quick Access Links |
| 11 | FAQs |
BSSC CGL 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | 4th Graduate Level Combined Competitive Exam (BSSC CGL 2025) |
| Conducting Body | Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,481 |
| Advt. No. | 05/2025 |
| Posts | Assistant Section Officer, Planning Assistant, Junior Statistical Assistant, Data Entry Operator Grade‑C, Auditor (Directorate of Audit), Auditor (Co‑operative Societies) |
| Pay Level | Level‑5 to Level‑7 (7th CPC) |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Application Dates | 25 Aug 2025 – 26 Sep 2025 (fee payment till 24 Sep 2025) |
| Official Website | bssc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 25 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 26 September 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
Tip: Don’t wait for the last day—complete fee payment before 24 Sept and submit the form immediately after.
BSSC CGL Recruitment 2025 – Post-wise Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 1,064 |
| Planning Assistant | 88 |
| Junior Statistical Assistant | 5 |
| Data Entry Operator Grade‑C | 1 |
| Auditor (Directorate of Audit) | 125 |
| Auditor (Co‑operative Societies) | 198 |
| Total | 1,481 |
Note: Category‑wise distribution will follow the official notification. Refer to the notice for UR/SC/ST/EBC/BC/EWS breakups.
BSSC CGL Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria – Age, Qualification
Educational Qualification
- Assistant Section Officer / Planning Assistant: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Junior Statistical Assistant: Graduation with Mathematics/Economics/Commerce/Statistics.
- Data Entry Operator Grade‑C: Graduation and PGDCA or BCA/B.Sc(IT) or equivalent. B.Tech/BE (CSE/IT) also eligible.
- Auditor (Directorate of Audit, Finance Dept): Graduation in Commerce/Economics/Statistics/Mathematics.
- Auditor (Co‑operative Societies, Co‑operation Dept): Graduation with Mathematics or B.Com.
Age Limit (as on 01 Aug 2025)
| Category | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| UR (Male) | 21 | 37 |
| UR (Female) | 21 | 40 |
| BC/EBC (Male & Female) | 21 | 40 |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 21 | 42 |
| PwD | — | +10 years relaxation in respective category |
Salary & Benefits (7th CPC)
- Pay Level‑7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (typical for ASO & equivalent).
- Pay Level‑5: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (for certain posts).
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), Medical Allowance.
- Retirement: National Pension System (NPS) with govt contribution.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Recruitment is conducted in two tiers.
Tier‑I: Preliminary Exam (CBT)
- Type: Objective | Questions: 150 | Marks: 600 | Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Marking: +4 for correct, –1 for incorrect
- Sections:
- General Studies
- General Science & Mathematics
- Mental Ability (Comprehension/Logic/Reasoning)
Tier‑II: Main Exam
- Paper‑1 (Hindi Language): 100 questions; qualifying; minimum 30% required.
- Paper‑2 (General Knowledge): General Studies, General Science & Mathematics, Mental Ability — similar to prelims pattern.
Detailed Syllabus (Prelims & Mains Paper‑2)
| Subject | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| General Studies | Current Affairs (Awards, Languages, Books, Capitals, Currencies, Sports), India & Neighbours (History, Culture, Geography, Economy), Indian Constitution & Polity, Panchayati Raj, Community Development, Five‑Year Plans, Bihar’s role in National Movement |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry, Biology, basic Geography (Matric level) |
| Mathematics | Number System, Whole‑number operations, Decimals/Fractions, Relations among numbers, Fundamental arithmetic operations, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Interest, Profit & Loss |
| Mental Ability | Verbal/Non‑verbal Reasoning, Analogy, Similarities/Differences, Space Visualization, Problem Solving, Analysis, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning & Series, Coding‑Decoding |
Application Fee
The application fee for all categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Female, etc.) is ₹100.
How to Apply Online for BSSC CGL Recruitment 2025?
- Visit the official BSSC website.
- Click “4th Graduate Level Combined Competitive Exam 2025”.
- Register with your name, mobile number, and email ID.
- Receive Registration No. & Password via SMS/Email.
- Log in and fill personal, academic & communication details.
- Upload the required documents including:
- Scanned passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature in Hindi & English
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Matriculation (10th) certificate for DOB proof
- Graduation degree/provisional certificate & marksheets
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate (for Bihar residents)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Preview all details and correct mistakes, if any.
- Pay the application fee online via available payment modes.
- Click Final Submit after successful payment.
- Download/print the submitted application form for records.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification |
| BSSC Official Website | Visit Site |
FAQs – BSSC 4th Graduate Level Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for BSSC Graduate Level Exam 2025?
Ans: Candidates can apply till 26th September 2025.
Q2. What is the minimum qualification for BSSC CGL Recruitment 2025?
Ans: A Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
Q3. What is the BSSC Graduate Level 2025 application fee?
Ans: The application fee for all categories is ₹100.
Q4. What is the selection process for BSSC CGL 2025?
Ans: Prelims + Mains Examination followed by Document Verification.
Q5. Can I apply offline for BSSC Graduate Level Exam 2025?
Ans: No, applications are accepted online only at the official website.
