The Bihar Staff Selection Commission has officially opened applications for its Fourth Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination. This is your call to secure one of 1,481 permanent, pension-track positions within the state’s administrative machinery.
If you hold a bachelor’s degree, the digital gateway is now active. This long-anticipated recruitment drive is a direct pathway to a stable career with the Bihar government, complete with a respectable salary and all the associated benefits.
Consider this your formal invitation. Before you submit your application, a careful review of the fine print—the eligibility requirements, age parameters, and the selection stages—is your essential first step toward a coveted role in public service.
Important Dates
- Start Date: 25 August 2025
- End Date: 21 November 2025, 11:59 PM
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the prescribed examination fee as per their category. The fee can be paid through online payment modes such as debit card, credit card, or net banking.
- General / OBC / EBC Candidates: ₹540
- SC / ST / PwD Candidates: ₹135
- Women Candidates (Bihar Domicile): ₹135
Note: The operation figure isnon-refundable under any circumstances.
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies announced for the BSSC 4th Graduate Level Exam 2025 is 1481 posts. The distribution of vacancies is as follows:
| Post Name | Department | Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Branch Officer | General Administration Department | Level – 7 | 1064 |
| Planning Assistant | Planning and Development Department | Level – 7 | 30 |
| Junior Statistical Assistant | Labour Resources Department | Level – 7 | 5 |
| Data Entry Operator (Grade-C) | Finance Department | Level – 6 | 1 |
| Auditor (Finance Department) | Audit Directorate, Finance Dept. | Level – 5 | 198 |
| Auditor (Co-operative Societies) | Co-operative Department | Level – 5 | 68 |
Total Vacancies: 1481
Reservation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EBC, Women, and PwD candidates as per Bihar Government rules.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the BSSC Graduate Level Examination 2025, candidates must meet the following requirements:
Educational Qualification
- Assistant Branch Officer / Planning Assistant: Graduate degree from a recognized university.
- Junior Statistical Assistant: Graduate in Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, or Statistics.
- Data Entry Operator (Grade-C): Graduate degree with PGDCA/BCA/B.Sc. (IT) or equivalent. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science & Engineering or IT are also eligible.
- Auditor (Finance Department / Co-operative Societies): Graduate degree in Commerce, Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age:
- Unreserved (Male): 37 years
- Unreserved (Female): 40 years
- BC/EBC (Male & Female): 40 years
- SC/ST (Male & Female): 42 years
- PwD candidates: Additional 10 years relaxation
Additional Relaxations
- Government employees of Bihar are allowed up to 5 attempts for this exam.
- Ex-servicemen get age relaxation up to 53 years (including service period).
- Other relaxations apply as per state government rules.
Pay Scale
The selected candidates will be appointed in different departments under the following pay levels:
- Pay Level – 7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Assistant Branch Officer, Planning Assistant, Junior Statistical Assistant)
- Pay Level – 6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Data Entry Operator Grade-C)
- Pay Level – 5: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Auditors)
Apart from the basic pay, candidates will also receive allowances such as DA, HRA, medical facilities, and other benefits as per Bihar Government service rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for the BSSC 4th Graduate Level Exam 2025 will be conducted in the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type):
- One paper of General Knowledge with 150 MCQs.
- Subjects include General Studies, General Science & Mathematics, Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability.
- Each correct answer carries 4 marks, while each wrong answer will deduct 1 mark.
- Exam Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.
- Candidates equal to 5 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) will qualify for the Main Exam.
- Main Examination:
- To be conducted for candidates shortlisted from the prelims.
- Detailed syllabus and exam pattern will be released separately.
- Document Verification & Final Merit List:
- Campaigners will be called for verification of original documents.
- Final merit list will be prepared based on performance in the Main Examination.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official website of BSSC within the given timeline. The step-by-step application procedure is as follows:
- Visit the BSSC online application portal.
- Click on the “Graduate Level Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online” link.
- Complete the online registration by providing basic details.
- Fill in the operation form precisely with educational and particular details.
- Upload scanned copies of passport-size photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee through online payment methods.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the application receipt for future reference.
