The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has announced one of the largest recruitment drives of the year with 3727 vacancies for the post of Office Attendant/Attendant (Special). This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have passed the 10th standard (Matriculation) and aspire to secure a stable government job in Bihar. The positions are spread across various departments and offices in Patna as well as other districts of the state, offering employment opportunities in multiple sectors of the administration.
The post of Office Attendant is an entry-level position under the Bihar government service structure but comes with attractive salary benefits, job security, and career progression opportunities. For many aspirants, this recruitment serves as the gateway to start their journey in state government service.
Applications will be accepted only through online mode, and interested candidates must submit their forms before the deadline. The registration process starts on August 25, 2025, and will remain open until October 16, 2025 (11:59 PM). Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to apply, to avoid any last-minute technical glitches.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: August 25, 2025
- Application End Date: October 16, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Vacancy Details
The total of 3727 posts are distributed among various categories as per Bihar Government reservation policies. The details are as follows:
- Unreserved (UR): 1700 Posts
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 564 Posts
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 47 Posts
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 702 Posts
- Backward Class (BC): 238 Posts
- Backward Class Women (BCW): 374 Posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 102 Posts
Horizontal Reservation
- Women Candidates: 35% of total vacancies are reserved for women across all categories (1216 posts).
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 4% horizontal reservation.
- Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters: 2% horizontal reservation.
This structured distribution ensures fair opportunities for all communities and categories, following the social justice policies of Bihar.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed 10th standard (Matriculation) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board or institution.
- Applicants should ensure that their educational certificates are valid and verifiable at the time of document verification.
Age Limit (as on August 1, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age Limit by Category:
- Unreserved (Male): 37 years
- Unreserved (Female) / BC / EBC: 40 years
- SC / ST: 42 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: Additional 10 years over and above category limit
Special Relaxations: Additional relaxations are available for ex-servicemen, Bihar Government employees, and other eligible categories as per state rules.
Application Fee
The application fee structure is as follows:
- General / BC / EBC (Male Candidates): ₹540/-
- All Female Candidates (Bihar Domicile): ₹135/-
- SC / ST Candidates (Bihar Domicile): ₹135/-
- PwBD Candidates (All Categories): ₹135/-
- Candidates from outside Bihar (All Categories): ₹540/-
Payment Mode
- The fee must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- The fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Salary Scale
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the 7th Central Pay Commission norms.
- Pay Level: Level 1
- Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month
- Allowances: In addition to the basic salary, employees will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical benefits, and other allowances as per Bihar Government rules.
This makes the job financially attractive for candidates seeking stable employment with growth prospects.
Selection Process
The recruitment process for Office Attendant posts involves two stages – a Preliminary Examination and a Main Examination.
1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Conducted only if the number of applicants exceeds 40,000.
- Subjects Covered:
- General Mathematics
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- Total Questions: 100
- Marks: 400 (Each correct answer = 4 marks, Negative marking = 1 mark per wrong answer)
- Duration: 2 hours (PwBD candidates will receive extra time as per rules)
2. Main Examination (Objective Type)
- Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary exam (approximately 5 times the number of vacancies) will be called for the Main Examination.
- The exam pattern and detailed syllabus will be provided in a separate advertisement.
Exam Syllabus (Preliminary Stage)
General Mathematics (30 Marks)
- LCM, HCF
- Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
- Profit & Loss
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Time and Distance
- Basic Arithmetic Questions
General Knowledge (40 Marks)
- Indian History, Geography, Polity, and Economy
- Current Affairs (National and International)
- General Science
- Bihar’s contribution to the national movement
- Important events related to Bihar
General Hindi (30 Marks)
- Grammar usage
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Sentence correction
- Comprehension passages
- Vocabulary
How to Apply
- Visit the official BSSC website.
- Click on the “Office Attendant Recruitment 2025” link.
- Register using basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID to generate a Registration ID and Password.
- Log in with the credentials and fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including:
- Matriculation Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateways.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Domicile Requirement: Reservation benefits (SC, ST, BC, EBC, EWS, Women) are only for candidates who are residents of Bihar with valid Domicile Certificates.
- Single Application: Candidates must apply only once. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
- Document Verification: All necessary documents must be uploaded online and produced in original during verification.
- Biometric Verification: Thumb impression or iris scan may be taken at the time of examination to prevent impersonation.
- Technical Issues: Candidates should avoid last-day submissions to prevent issues with server load or payment gateway delays.
Why Apply for BSSC Office Attendant Post?
- Large Number of Vacancies: With 3727 posts, this is one of the biggest recruitment drives by BSSC.
- Eligibility Criteria is Simple: Only a Matriculation certificate is required.
- Fair Selection Process: Conducted through transparent written examinations.
- Stable Career: Offers long-term job security under Bihar Government service.
- Decent Salary and Allowances: Starting pay of nearly ₹20,000 with scope for increments.
