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Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) / State Exam

The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) is a state government body responsible for recruiting candidates for various Group B and Group C posts in different departments of the Bihar government. It conducts multiple competitive exams for 10+2 pass and graduate candidates to fill administrative, clerical, and technical posts.

BSSC Inter-Level Exam (10+2 Level)

The BSSC Inter-Level Exam is conducted by the Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) to recruit candidates for various clerical and lower-division posts in the state government departments of Bihar. It is one of the most popular exams for 12th-pass students who want a secure government job in Bihar.

📘 BSSC Inter-Level Exam (10+2 Level)

✳️ Eligibility

  • Educational Qualification: Must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized board.

  • Age Limit:

    • General (Male): 18 – 37 years

    • OBC / BC (Male & Female): 18 – 40 years

    • SC / ST (Male & Female): 18 – 42 years

🧾 Exam Pattern

Preliminary Exam

  • Total Questions: 150

  • Total Marks: 600 (4 marks each)

  • Negative Marking: –1 for wrong answer

  • Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes

  • Sections:

    1. General Studies – 50 Questions (200 Marks)

    2. General Science & Mathematics – 50 Questions (200 Marks)

    3. Mental Ability / Reasoning / Comprehension – 50 Questions (200 Marks)

Mains Exam

  • Paper 1: General Awareness / Hindi – 400 Marks

  • Paper 2: Maths / Science / Reasoning – 600 Marks

  • Duration: Each paper 2 hours 15 minutes

🧩 Syllabus Highlights

General Studies: Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Bihar State History & Culture, Current Affairs
Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Data Interpretation
General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environment
Mental Ability & Reasoning: Puzzles, Series, Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Logical Questions

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Exam

  2. Mains Exam

  3. Document Verification

  4. Skill Test (if applicable for certain posts)

📅 Exam Facts

  • Vacancies: Approx. 23,000 + (latest cycle)

  • Exam Dates: Usually conducted in multiple phases (Prelims followed by Mains)

  • Admit Card: Released about 10 days before exam

🎓 BSSC CGL (Graduate Level Exam)

✳️ Eligibility

  • Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

  • Age Limit: 21 – 37 years for General (Male); relaxations for OBC/SC/ST as per rules.

🧾 Exam Pattern

Preliminary Exam

  • Total Questions: 150 MCQs

  • Marks: 600 (4 marks each; –1 for wrong)

  • Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes

  • Subjects: General Studies, General Science & Mathematics, Reasoning & Mental Ability

Mains Exam

  • Paper 1: Hindi Language – 400 Marks

  • Paper 2: General Studies + General Science + Mathematics – 600 Marks

  • Duration: Each paper 2 hours 15 minutes

🧩 Syllabus Highlights

General Studies: Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Bihar Current Affairs
Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation
Science: General awareness of Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Reasoning: Verbal & Non-verbal reasoning, series, puzzles
Hindi: Grammar, comprehension, usage

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Exam

  2. Mains Exam

  3. Document Verification

📅 Exam Facts

  • Vacancies: Around 1,400 – 1,500 + (per latest notification)

  • Application Period: Usually July – September

  • Exam Date: Announced later in the year after form completion

🧾 Other BSSC Exams

🖋️ Stenographer Exam

  • Qualification: 12th Pass

  • Additional Requirement: Typing / Stenography Skill Test

🗂️ Office Attendant / Clerk Exam

  • Qualification: Matric or Intermediate (Depending on Post)

  • Exam Pattern: 100 Questions – 100 Marks

    • General Knowledge – 40 Marks

    • Mathematics – 30 Marks

    • Hindi – 30 Marks

📋 Summary Table

Exam TypeQualificationSubjectsSelection ProcessMarks
Inter-Level12th PassGS, Maths, Science, ReasoningPrelims → Mains → DV600 + 1000
CGL (Graduate Level)GraduationGS, Maths, Science, Reasoning, HindiPrelims → Mains → DV600 + 1000
Other Posts10th / 12thGK, Hindi, MathsWritten + Skill Test100 – 600

🎯 Preparation Tips for Students

  • Focus on speed and accuracy due to negative marking.

  • Practice previous year question papers and mock tests regularly.

  • Revise Bihar-specific topics in history, economy, and current affairs.

  • Strengthen basic Maths and Reasoning for both Inter and Graduate levels.

  • Develop good command of Hindi Language for the CGL Mains.

  • Create a study plan dividing equal time among all subjects.

🏆 Importance for Coaching Classes

If you’re preparing students at The Achiever’s Point or A One Career Academy, you can create:

  • Separate batches for Inter-Level and Graduate-Level aspirants.

  • Weekly mock tests and sectional quizzes.

  • Doubt-clearing & motivational sessions.

  • Monthly current affairs capsules (especially Bihar-focused).

🏛️ Other Exams Conducted by BSSC (Bihar Staff Selection Commission)

Apart from the Inter-Level (10+2) and Graduate-Level (CGL) exams, BSSC also conducts several departmental and specialized recruitment exams for different government posts in Bihar.
These exams are for clerical, technical, and skill-based positions across various state departments.

🔹 1. BSSC Stenographer Exam

🧾 About the Exam

The BSSC Stenographer Exam is conducted to recruit candidates for Stenographer and Instructor (Stenography) posts in Bihar government offices.

✳️ Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) or equivalent.

  • Skill Requirement:

    • Typing Speed – 30 words per minute in Hindi and English

    • Stenography speed – 80 words per minute

  • Age Limit:

    • General (Male): 18–37 years

    • OBC/BC (Male & Female): 18–40 years

    • SC/ST (Male & Female): 18–42 years

🧩 Exam Pattern

  1. Written Test – Objective Type (Multiple Choice)

    • General Knowledge – 50 Questions

    • General Science & Maths – 50 Questions

    • Mental Ability / Reasoning – 50 Questions

    • Total: 150 Questions | 600 Marks | 2 hours 15 minutes

  2. Skill Test – Stenography & Typing Test

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Written Exam

  2. Stenography/Typing Test

  3. Document Verification

🔹 2. BSSC Clerk / Office Assistant Exam

🧾 About the Exam

This exam is held to recruit clerical staff for various government departments.
These posts involve data entry, file maintenance, and office management work.

✳️ Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: Class 12 (Intermediate) pass

  • Typing Skill: Basic typing proficiency may be required

  • Age Limit: 18–37 years (General); relaxation for OBC/SC/ST as per rules

🧩 Exam Pattern

  • Total Questions: 100

  • Subjects:

    • General Knowledge – 40 Marks

    • Mathematics – 30 Marks

    • Hindi Language – 30 Marks

  • Total Marks: 100

  • Duration: 2 hours

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Written Exam

  2. Typing / Skill Test (if required)

  3. Document Verification

🔹 3. BSSC Sanitary Inspector Exam

🧾 About the Exam

The Sanitary Inspector Exam recruits candidates for municipal sanitation and health department posts.
Candidates are appointed to oversee hygiene, cleanliness, and public health in Bihar districts.

✳️ Eligibility

  • Educational Qualification: Diploma or Certificate in Sanitary Inspector Training from a recognized institute.

  • Age Limit: 21–37 years (General); relaxations as per rules.

🧩 Exam Pattern

  • Objective-type paper with sections on:

    • General Studies

    • General Science

    • Sanitary Science

    • Bihar GK

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Written Exam

  2. Document Verification

🔹 4. BSSC Mines Inspector Exam

🧾 About the Exam

The Mines Inspector Exam recruits candidates for the Department of Mines and Geology, Bihar.

✳️ Eligibility

  • Educational Qualification: Diploma in Mining Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institute.

  • Age Limit: 21–37 years (General); category relaxation applicable.

🧩 Exam Pattern

  • Two papers:

    1. Paper I – General Knowledge

    2. Paper II – Mining Engineering (Technical Paper)

  • Type: Objective

  • Marks: Each paper 100 marks

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Written Exam

  2. Document Verification

🔹 5. BSSC Pharmacist Exam

🧾 About the Exam

Held to recruit Pharmacists in government hospitals and health centers under the Bihar Health Department.

✳️ Eligibility

  • Educational Qualification: Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized board or institution.

  • Must be registered with Bihar Pharmacy Council.

  • Age Limit: 21–37 years (General).

🧩 Exam Pattern

  • Subjects:

    • General Knowledge – 50 Marks

    • General Science – 50 Marks

    • Pharmacy-Related Subject – 100 Marks

  • Total Marks: 200

  • Duration: 2 hours

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Written Exam

  2. Document Verification

🔹 6. BSSC Driver Exam

🧾 About the Exam

The Driver Exam is for recruiting drivers for government vehicles in various departments.

✳️ Eligibility

  • Qualification: Minimum 10th pass

  • Driving License: Valid LMV/Heavy Vehicle license

  • Experience: Usually 3–5 years of driving experience

  • Age Limit: 18–37 years (General)

🧩 Exam Pattern

  1. Written Test: General Knowledge + Road Safety Rules

  2. Driving Test: Practical skill assessment

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Written Test

  2. Driving Test

  3. Document Verification

🔹 7. BSSC Lab Technician Exam

🧾 About the Exam

Conducted for recruitment of Laboratory Technicians in Bihar government hospitals.

✳️ Eligibility

  • Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT / BMLT)

  • Age Limit: 21–37 years

🧩 Exam Pattern

  • General Knowledge – 50 Marks

  • Science (Biology, Chemistry) – 50 Marks

  • Subject Knowledge – 100 Marks

⚙️ Selection Process

  1. Written Exam

  2. Document Verification

📋 Summary of BSSC Exams

Exam NameQualificationKey PostsSelection ProcessTotal Marks
Stenographer12th PassSteno, TypistWritten + Skill Test600
Clerk / Assistant12th PassClerk, AssistantWritten + Skill Test100
Sanitary InspectorDiploma in SanitationInspectorWritten + DV200
Mines InspectorDiploma in Mining EnggMines Inspector2 Papers + DV200
PharmacistDiploma in PharmacyPharmacistWritten + DV200
Driver10th Pass + LicenseVehicle DriverWritten + Driving Test100
Lab TechnicianDMLT / BMLTLab TechnicianWritten + DV200

🏆 Why Students Should Apply

  • Secure permanent government jobs in Bihar

  • Regular pay scale with allowances and pension

  • Opportunities for promotion and departmental growth

  • Jobs available for both 10th, 12th, and Diploma holders

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