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Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has released the Official Notification for 4th Graduate Level Combined Competitive Exam 2025 under Advt. No. 05/2025. A total of 1481 vacancies are available for posts like Assistant Branch Officer, Auditor, Planning Assistant and more. The online application process starts from 25 August 2025 and ends on 24 September 2025. Candidates with a graduation degree are eligible to apply. Selection will be based on Prelims and Mains Exam.
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BSSC 4th Graduate Level Recruitment 2025
Important Date
- Application Start: 25 August 2025
- Last Date : 24 September 2025
- Final Submission Last Date: 26 September 2025
- Correction Date: To be notified
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Admit Card: To be notified
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age:
- UR Male: 37 Years
- UR Female: 40 Years
- BC/EBC: 40 Years
- SC/ST: 42 Years
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹100/-
- Bank Charges: Extra
Qualification
- Assistant Branch Officer: Graduation
- Planning Assistant: Graduation
- Junior Statistical Assistant: Graduation in Math/Economics/Commerce/Statistics
- Data Entry Operator Grade-C: Graduation + PGDCA/BCA/B.Sc (IT)/B.E/B.Tech (CS/IT)
- Auditor (Finance Dept.): Graduation in Commerce/Economics/Statistics
- Auditor (Cooperative Dept.): Graduation in Math/Commerce
BSSC CGL Vacancy 2025: Full Eligibility
Candidates applying for BSSC 4th Graduate Level Recruitment 2025 must possess a graduation degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university. Specific qualifications vary by post, including degrees in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or related fields. Additional technical certifications like PGDCA, BCA, B.Sc (IT) may be required for certain roles such as Data Entry Operator Grade-C.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Branch Officer | 1064 | Graduation in any discipline |
| Planning Assistant | 88 | Graduation in any discipline |
| Junior Statistical Assistant | 5 | Graduation in Mathematics, Economics, Commerce or Statistics |
| Data Entry Operator Grade-C | 1 | Graduation + PGDCA / BCA / B.Sc (IT) / B.E / B.Tech in CS or IT |
| Auditor (Finance Department) | 125 | Graduation in Commerce, Economics or Statistics |
| Auditor (Cooperative Department) | 198 | Graduation in Mathematics or Commerce |
BSSC CGL Vacancy 2025: Salary
The salary for various posts under the BSSC 4th Graduate Level Recruitment 2025 is based on the Pay Matrix Levels 5 to 7 as per Bihar government norms. Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary along with grade pay, allowances and other benefits applicable to their respective posts.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Approx. Monthly Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Branch Officer | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Planning Assistant | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Junior Statistical Assistant | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Data Entry Operator Grade-C | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Auditor (Finance Dept.) | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Auditor (Cooperative Dept.) | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
- Dearness Allowance (DA) as per government rates
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on posting location
- Medical Benefits for employee and dependents
- Annual Increment and promotion opportunities
- Provident Fund (PF) and pension scheme eligibility
BSSC CGL Vacancy 2025: Selection Process
The selection for BSSC Graduate Level Recruitment 2025 will be conducted through a multi-stage process including a Preliminary Exam, followed by a Mains Exam and Document Verification. Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final appointment.
- Step 1: Appear for the Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Step 2: Qualify for the Mains Examination (Descriptive/Objective)
- Step 3: Participate in Document Verification for eligibility confirmation
- Step 4: Final merit list based on Mains Exam performance
BSSC CGL Vacancy 2025: Exam Pattern
The BSSC 4th Graduate Level Exam 2025 is conducted in two stages: Preliminary Exam and Mains Exam. The Prelims consists of 150 objective-type questions from subjects like General Studies, Mathematics, Science, and Reasoning, carrying a total of 600 marks. Candidates who qualify the Prelims will appear for the Mains Exam, which includes Hindi Language and General Aptitude sections. Both exams follow an OMR-based offline format with negative marking for wrong answers.
BSSC CGL 2025 – Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Exam Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 | 200 | 2 Hours 15 Minutes | Objective (MCQ) |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 | 200 | ||
| Reasoning / Mental Ability | 50 | 200 | ||
| Total | 600 Marks | 150 Questions | ||
BSSC CGL 2025 – Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Exam Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | Hindi Language | 100 | 400 | 2 Hours 15 Minutes | Objective (MCQ) |
| Paper-2 | General Studies | 50 | 200 | 2 Hours 15 Minutes | Objective (MCQ) |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 | 200 | |||
| Reasoning / Mental Ability | 50 | 200 | |||
| Total (Paper-2) | 150 | 600 Marks | Objective (MCQ) | ||
- Total Questions: 150 in Prelims, 100 in Paper-1 (Mains), 150 in Paper-2 (Mains)
- Total Marks: 600 in Prelims, 400 in Paper-1, 600 in Paper-2
- Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: As per category-wise cutoff decided by BSSC
- Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Language Medium: Hindi and English
- Syllabus Coverage: General Studies, Science, Math, Reasoning, and Hindi Language (in Mains)
- Admit Card: Available online before exam date
- Final Merit: Based on Mains Exam performance only
BSSC CGL Vacancy 2025: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The BSSC CGL 2025 notification includes a total of 1481 vacancies distributed across various posts and categories. Major posts include Assistant Branch Officer, Auditor, Planning Assistant and more. Reservation is provided for SC, ST, EBC, BC, EWS and other categories as per Bihar government rules.
| Post Name | UR | EWS | BC | EBC | SC | ST | BC-Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Branch Officer | 596 | 135 | 148 | 143 | 142 | 19 | 16 | 1064 |
| Planning Assistant | 49 | 9 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 88 |
| Junior Statistical Assistant | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Data Entry Operator Grade-C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Auditor (Finance Dept.) | 70 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 3 | 2 | 125 |
| Auditor (Cooperative Dept.) | 106 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 198 |
BSSC CGL Vacancy 2025: How To Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for the BSSC 4th Graduate Level Recruitment 2025 through the online application portal available on the official website. Applicants must complete the registration, form filling, document upload and fee payment process before the deadline. Ensure all details are accurate to avoid rejection during document verification.
- Step 1: Visit the official website – bssc.bihar.gov.in
- Step 2: Click on the link for Advt. No. 05/2025 – Graduate Level Exam
- Step 3: Complete the registration using your mobile number and email ID
- Step 4: Fill in the application form with personal, educational and contact details
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and required documents
- Step 6: Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card or net banking
- Step 7: Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Bihar All Vacancy 2025 | Click Here |
| BSSC All Jobs 2025 | Click Here |
BSSC CGL Vacancy 2025: FAQs
Q1: What is the starting date to apply for BSSC CGL 2025?
The online application starts from 25 August 2025.
Q2: What is the last date to submit the application form?
The last date to apply online is 24 September 2025.
Q3: What is the minimum qualification required?
Candidates must have a graduation degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university.
Q4: Is there any negative marking in the exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in the Preliminary Exam.
Q5: How will the selection be done?
Selection will be based on Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam and Document Verification.
Q6: Can I apply if I’m in the final year of graduation?
No, only candidates who have completed their graduation are eligible to apply.