Bihar BSSC 2nd Inter Level Combined Exam 2026 – Apply for 12,199 Posts
Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC), Patna, Bihar: Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC), Patna conducts the 2nd Inter Level Combined Competitive Examination for recruitment to 12,199 vacancies in various Bihar Government departments including Revenue, Panchayati Raj, Food & Civil Supplies, and Cabinet Secretariat. Eligible 10+2 Intermediate passed candidates can check exam dates, syllabus, and official links.
Total Vacancies
12,199 Posts
Qualification
Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) examination from a recognized Board / Council
Age Limit
18 Years - 37 Years (Male Unreserved) / 40 Years (Female UR / BC / EBC)
Salary / Pay Level
Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) & Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100)
Application Fee
₹540/- (Male Candidates of Bihar & All Outside Bihar Candidates)
Selection Mode
Stage 1
5. Important Dates
- Official Notification Date: Published on bssc.bihar.gov.in
- Online Application Start Date: Active / Portal Schedule
- Online Application Last Date: Check Official Schedule
- Last Date for Fee Payment: Check Official Schedule
- Application Form Correction: Available in Correction Window
- Examination Date: BSSC Prelims Written Examination
- Admit Card Release Date: 10 to 14 Days Before Examination
- Result Declaration Date: Prelims Cutoff & Mains Shortlisting
6. Application Fee & Payment
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹540/- (Male Candidates of Bihar & All Outside Bihar Candidates)
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹135/- (SC/ST Candidates of Bihar Domicile)
- All Female Candidates: ₹135/- (All Female Candidates of Bihar Domicile)
- Other Reserved / PwD: ₹135/- for PwD Candidates of Bihar Domicile
- Payment Modes: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI through payment gateway.
8 & 9. Educational Qualification & Post-Wise Eligibility
General Requirement: Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) examination from a recognized Board / Council. For clerical and typist posts, knowledge of Computer Operation and Hindi/English Typing Certificate is required.
| Post Name / Cadre | Total Vacancies | Minimum Prescribed Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasva Karmchari (Revenue & Land Reforms) | 3,559 Posts | 10+2 Intermediate Passed from a recognized board (No computer cert required). |
| Panchayat Sachiv (Panchayati Raj Dept) | 3,532 Posts | 10+2 Intermediate Passed + Knowledge of MS Office & Computer Typing. |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC - Various Depts) | 4,000+ Posts | 10+2 Intermediate Passed + Hindi & English Typing Certificate. |
| Typist & File Clerk / Steno | 1,108 Posts | 10+2 Passed + Stenography / Typing Speed Certificate. |
10. Physical Standard & Endurance Requirements
| Category / Cadre | Height | Chest Standard | Running Race Test | Other Tests / Walking / Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Posts (Forest Guard / Assistant Sub-Inspector) | 165 cms (Gen/BC/EBC Male), 160 cms (SC/ST Male); 155 cms (Female) | 81 cms to 86 cms (expanded) | Not Applicable | Male: 25 Km walk in 4 Hours | Female: 14 Km walk in 4 Hours |
Note: 97% of posts (including Rajasva Karmchari and Panchayat Sachiv) are Non-Physical desk posts with zero physical measurements or walking requirements.
11. Selection Process & Stages
- Stage 1: Preliminary Written Examination (Objective MCQ - 150 Questions, 600 Marks)
- Stage 2: Mains Written Examination (Paper-1 General Hindi qualifying + Paper-2 General Studies)
- Stage 3: Typing Test / Computer Proficiency Test (applicable for clerical posts)
- Stage 4: Physical Measurement & Endurance Test (applicable only for physical posts)
- Stage 5: Counselling and Document Verification at BSSC Office, Patna
12. Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Exam Mode: Offline OMR Based Objective Examination •
Duration: 135 Minutes (2 Hours 15 Minutes) •
Total Questions: 150 Questions •
Total Marks: 600 Marks (4 Marks per question) •
Negative Marking: 1 Mark deducted for each wrong answer (4 Marks awarded per correct answer)
| Subject / Examination Section | Total Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies (Samanya Adhyayan) | 50 | 200 |
| General Science & Mathematics (Samanya Vigyan evam Ganit) | 50 | 200 |
| Mental Ability Test (Comprehension / Logic / Reasoning) | 50 | 200 |
13. Subject-Wise Detailed Syllabus
📚 General Studies
Current Events (Scientific Progress, National/International Awards, Indian Languages, Books, Scripts, Capitals, Currencies, Sports), History of India and Neighbouring Countries, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, Independence Movement, Indian Agriculture and Natural Resources, Indian Constitution and Polity, Panchayati Raj, Five Year Plans, Contribution of Bihar in National Movement.
📚 General Science & Mathematics
General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography up to Matriculation standard). Mathematics (Number System, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions, Fundamental Arithmetical Operations, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss).
📚 Mental Ability & Reasoning
Analogies, Similarities & Differences, Spatial Visualization, Space Orientation, Problem Solving, Analysis, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal and Figure Classification, Arithmetical Number Series, Non-verbal series, Coding and Decoding.
14. Salary, Pay Scale & Allowances
15 & 16. Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR (Gen) | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasva Karmchari | 1,540 | 950 | 356 | 570 | 143 | 3,559 |
| Panchayat Sachiv | 1,537 | 945 | 353 | 565 | 132 | 3,532 |
| Lower Division Clerk & Typist | 2,250 | 1,380 | 510 | 810 | 158 | 5,108 |
| Total Combined Vacancies | 5,327 | 3,275 | 1,219 | 1,945 | 433 | 12,199 |
17. How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: Visit the official BSSC application website at onlinebssc.com or bssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Step 2: Click on '2nd Inter Level Combined Competitive Examination' and complete candidate registration.
- Step 3: Enter your personal details, residential address, and Bihar domicile credentials.
- Step 4: Enter 10th and 12th marks, roll numbers, board names, and computer/typing certificates (if applicable).
- Step 5: Upload your live photograph, scanned passport photograph, and Hindi & English signatures.
- Step 6: Pay the fee (₹540 / ₹135) through online payment gateway.
- Step 7: Check the preview form carefully and click Final Submit.
- Step 8: Download the finalized Application Form and Fee Payment Slip.
18. Required Documents for Online Registration & Verification
- 10th Class (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet (for Date of Birth proof)
- 10+2 (Intermediate) Marksheet and Passing Certificate
- Bihar Domicile Certificate (Niwas Praman Patra)
- Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate for BC / EBC candidates issued by Bihar Revenue Officer
- Caste Certificate for SC / ST candidates
- EWS Certificate issued by competent Bihar authority
- Computer Operation & Typing Certificate (for LDC/Panchayat Sachiv posts)
- Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Driving License
19. Important Instructions for Candidates
- BC and EBC candidates must ensure their Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate is in the prescribed Bihar State format and valid.
- For the Rajasva Karmchari post, no computer or typing certificate is compulsory; 10+2 pass is the sole eligibility criterion.
- Candidates can take up to 3 textbooks (one for each section: NCERT/BSEB textbooks) into the Preliminary Examination as per BSSC open-book rules.
- Negative marking of 1 mark applies for each incorrect answer; each question carries 4 marks.
20 - 25. Official Direct Links & Application Action Buttons
| 21. Official Online Application Portal | 🚀 Apply Online (Official BSSC Portal) |
|---|---|
| 20. Download Official Notification PDF | 📄 Download Official BSSC Notification PDF |
| 22. Official Board Website | 🌐 Visit Bihar Staff Selection Commission Portal |
| 23. Admit Card / Exam City Intimation | Download Prelims Exam Admit Card |
| 24. Official Answer Key & Response Sheet | BSSC Official Prelims Answer Key PDF |
| 25. Examination Result & Merit List | Check Prelims Merit List & Cutoffs |
| Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus | BSSC Inter Level Exam Pattern & Syllabus |
26. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can candidates outside Bihar apply for BSSC Inter Level Exam?
Yes, candidates from all Indian states can apply for BSSC Inter Level recruitment. However, non-Bihar candidates will be treated under General/Unreserved category and cannot claim domicile reservation benefits.
Q2. Is computer typing certificate mandatory for Rajasva Karmchari?
No. For the post of Rajasva Karmchari (3,559 vacancies), passing 10+2 Intermediate is the only compulsory requirement; computer or typing certificates are not mandatory.
Q3. What is the marking scheme in BSSC Inter Level Prelims?
The exam consists of 150 questions carrying 600 marks. Each correct answer carries 4 marks, and 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.