The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has released the notification for the Bihar Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (CGL 2025). There are a total of 1,481 vacancies in various government departments. This recruitment drive provides a valuable chance for graduates in the state seeking stable government jobs.

According to the official release, the online application window opens on August 18, 2025, and closes on September 17, 2025. Interested candidates can apply by visiting the commission’s official website — http://bssc.bihar.gov.in. They should register with a valid mobile number and email ID. After that, they need to fill out the application form carefully, upload scanned documents, pay the required fee, and download the confirmation page after submitting.

This recruitment aims to fill various positions, including Assistant Branch Officer (1,064 vacancies), Planning Assistant (88), Junior Statistical Assistant (5), Data Entry Operator (1), Auditor (125), and Auditor in Cooperative Societies (198). Each position has distinct eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications and skills. Candidates are encouraged to read the full notification on the official website to confirm the qualifications needed for each role before applying.

In terms of eligibility, applicants must be at least 21 years old and no older than 37 years as of the cutoff date mentioned in the notification. However, candidates from reserved categories will receive relaxation in the upper age limit according to government rules.

The recruitment process will start with a preliminary examination, but only if the number of applications exceeds 40,000. If this happens, BSSC will conduct a written preliminary exam with objective-type questions to shortlist candidates for the mains examination. Those who perform well in the prelims will be invited to the main examination in numbers equal to five times the available vacancies. A separate notification with detailed information about the mains exam will be issued later.

The preliminary examination will assess candidates’ general aptitude and include 150 multiple-choice questions. The questions will cover three main sections — General Studies, General Science and Mathematics, and Mental Ability Test (which includes comprehension, logic, reasoning, and mental ability). Each question will be worth four marks, making the maximum score 600. The exam will last two hours and 15 minutes. There will also be a negative marking scheme; one mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

One distinct feature of this exam is that candidates can bring books into the examination hall, which is unusual for competitive exams. Each candidate may bring one textbook for each subject — one for General Studies, one for General Science/Mathematics, and one for Mental Ability. However, only textbooks from the NCERT, BSEB (Bihar School Examination Board), or ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) are allowed. Guidebooks, handwritten notes, photocopies, electronic devices, or personal notes are strictly prohibited. This open-book policy encourages understanding and the application of concepts rather than memorization.

The question paper will be available in Hindi and English to accommodate a broader range of candidates. If there are any discrepancies or disputes regarding the questions, the English version will be treated as the authoritative text.

This recruitment drive by BSSC is seen as an important chance for graduates from Bihar and nearby states to secure jobs in various sectors of state government. Given the number of vacancies and the wide eligibility range, the number of applicants is likely to be high.

To ensure a smooth application process, candidates are advised to read all instructions carefully before filling out the form. They must upload accurate and clearly visible documents, including proof of age, educational certificates, and photographs. Any discrepancies or misrepresentations can lead to rejection at any stage of the selection process.

In conclusion, the BSSC CGL 2025 notification represents a key opportunity for aspiring candidates to start a career in public service. With clear guidelines, a fair selection process, and the new examination feature of the open-book format, the Bihar Staff Selection Commission aims to make the recruitment process more inclusive and merit-based. Interested candidates should not miss the application deadline and must begin their preparation, focusing on understanding concepts to succeed in both the preliminary and mains examinations.