The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has initiated the recruitment process for the 4th Graduate Level Joint Competitive Examination (Advt. No. 05/2025) to fill 1,883 vacancies across multiple state government departments in Bihar.
The online application registration window for this recruitment drive has been successfully concluded. Candidates who submitted their application forms are now preparing for the upcoming BSSC CGL 4th Preliminary Examination 2026.
Below is the complete and updated breakdown of important exam dates, selection stages, post-wise vacancies, qualification criteria, and exam pattern details released by BSSC at bssc.bihar.gov.in.
BSSC CGL 4th Recruitment 2026: Important Dates & Status
| Event / Activity | Status & Timeline Details |
| Official Notification Release | Released (Advt. No. 05/2025) |
| Online Application Start Date | Concluded |
| Last Date for Online Form Submission | Concluded (November 2025) |
| Application Edit / Correction Window | Concluded |
| BSSC CGL 4th Application Status | Form Submission Closed |
| BSSC CGL 4th Prelims Exam Date | Tentative (Scheduled for 2026) |
| BSSC CGL 4th Hall Ticket / Admit Card | 7 to 10 Days Prior to Exam Date |
Bihar BSSC CGL 4th Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Key Parameters | Information Details |
| Conducting Authority | Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC), Patna |
| Exam Name | 4th Graduate Level Joint Competitive Examination (BSSC CGL 4) |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 05/2025 |
| Total Posts | 1,883 Vacancies (530 Posts reserved for female candidates) |
| Category | Bihar State Government Recruitment |
| Mode of Application | Online (Completed) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Selection Process | Prelims Exam → Mains Exam → Document Verification |
| Official Web Portal | bssc.bihar.gov.in |
BSSC CGL 4th Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale Structure
The recruitment drive includes 1,883 vacancies across administrative, audit, and statistical roles:
| Post Title | Department | Vacancies | Pay Scale Level |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | General Administration Dept, Bihar | 1,064 | Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Planning Assistant | Planning & Development Dept | 88 | Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Junior Statistical Assistant (JSA) | Directorate Planning & Training | 05 | Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO Grade-C) | Various Departments | 01 | Pay Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Auditor | Directorate of Audit (Finance Dept) | 125 | Pay Level 5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) |
| Auditors (Co-operative Societies) | Department of Co-operation | 198 | Pay Level 5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) |
| Industrial Extension Officer | Department of Industries | 60 | Pay Level 5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) |
BSSC CGL 4th Eligibility Criteria Summary
1. Educational Qualifications
- Assistant Section Officer & Planning Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Junior Statistical Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, or Statistics as a subject.
- Data Entry Operator (DEO Grade-C): Graduation with PGDCA or BCA / B.Sc (IT) qualification.
- Auditor & Auditors (Co-operative Societies): Graduate Degree in Commerce (B.Com), Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics.
2. Age Limit (Calculated as per Notification Rules)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age Limit |
| Unreserved (UR) – Male | 37 Years |
| Unreserved (UR) – Female | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC (Male & Female) | 40 Years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 42 Years |
BSSC CGL 4th Exam Pattern & Selection Stages
Candidates will go through three main phases to secure selection:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective OMR)
- Main Examination (Written/Objective for shortlisted candidates)
- Document Verification (DV)
Prelims Examination Pattern
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 150 Questions
- Total Marks: 600 Marks (4 Marks per correct answer)
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours 15 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1 Mark deducted for each incorrect answer.
| Subject / Topic Section | Number of Questions | Sectional Marks |
| General Studies | 50 Questions | 200 Marks |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 Questions | 200 Marks |
| Comprehension, Reasoning & Mental Ability | 50 Questions | 200 Marks |
| Total | 150 Questions | 600 Marks |
How to Check BSSC CGL 4th Exam Updates & Admit Card
Registered candidates can follow these steps to check future notifications and hall tickets:
- Visit the Bihar Staff Selection Commission web portal at
bssc.bihar.gov.in. - Click on the “Notice Board” section on the homepage.
- Search for “Advt. No. 05/2025: Important Notice Regarding BSSC CGL 4th Prelims Admit Card / Exam Schedule”.
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password / Date of Birth.
- Download your admit card PDF and print a clear copy for exam day reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Bihar BSSC CGL 4th Recruitment 2026 ka online form abhi active hai ya band ho chuka hai?
BSSC CGL 4th Graduate Level recruitment ka online application form pehle hi band ho chuka hai. Ab candidate exam dates aur hall ticket ka wait kar rahe hain.
2. BSSC CGL 4th Recruitment ke under kitne total vacancies hain?
BSSC CGL 4th recruitment drive ke dwara total 1,883 vacancies (jisne 530 mahila candidates ke liye reserved hain) par bharti ki ja rahi hai.
3. BSSC CGL 4th Prelims Exam me negative marking ka kya rule hai?
Prelims exam me har sahi jawab ke liye 4 marks diye jate hain aur galat uttar par 1 mark ki negative marking ki jati hai.
4. BSSC CGL 4th Exam Date ki official updates kaha check karein?
Exam dates aur official notices dekhne ke liye Bihar Staff Selection Commission ki official website bssc.bihar.gov.in par Notice Board section visit karein.
