BSSC Inter Level 2026: Vacancy, Eligibility & Syllabus (Complete Guide)
Heads up: The widely shared official PDF (Advt. No. 02/23 A) showing 23,175 vacancies and a last date of 25/27 November 2025 was an early revision. BSSC later revised both the vacancy count and the deadline several times. The final vacancy figure is 26,426, and the online application last date was extended to 16 February 2026, which is now closed. Fresh applications are no longer accepted.
The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) 2nd Inter Level Combined Competitive Examination is one of Bihar's biggest Group-C recruitment drives for 12th-pass aspirants. This guide covers the vacancy, eligibility, age limit, selection process, exam pattern and full syllabus based on the official notification.
BSSC Inter Level 2026 — Overview
Important Dates
Exam dates are tentative (as per the BSSC Exam Calendar 2026). The final date and admit-card link will be confirmed only on the official website's Notice Board.
Vacancy — Department-wise (Sample)
The notification lists posts across 94+ departments. The largest share of vacancies is in Panchayati Raj, Revenue (Rajasva) and Lower Division Clerk. A sample of key posts is shown below; the complete category-wise breakup is in the official revised PDF.
Eligibility — Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board/institution by the last date of online application. The qualification must be from a board established by the Government of India / State Government.
Technical / Desirable Qualification
Several posts require computer / typing knowledge and Hindi typing ability (e.g., LDC, Clerk-cum-Typist). Such candidates must clear a typing / skill test after the Mains.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
The minimum age is 18 years. Ex-servicemen, NCC cadets and government servants get additional relaxation as per rules.
Reservation — Key Points
- 35% horizontal reservation for women — only for Bihar domicile women (across reserved and unreserved).
- 10% EWS (Economically Weaker Section) as per rules.
- 4% horizontal reservation for benchmark Persons with Disability (PwBD) — state domicile only.
- 2% for grandchildren of freedom fighters.
- Caste and gender based reservation applies only to Bihar domicile candidates.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam (PT) — qualifying, objective type.
- Main Exam — candidates equal to 5 times the category-wise vacancy qualify from Prelims. Mains marks count in the final merit.
- Skill / Typing Test — only for posts that require typing (e.g., LDC).
- Document Verification — final stage.
Exam Pattern — Preliminary
The Prelims has a single General Knowledge paper with three sections.
Prelims Syllabus
Section A — General Studies
Current affairs, scientific progress, national/international awards, Indian languages, scripts, capitals, currency, sports, important events. History, culture, geography, freedom movement, Constitution, Panchayati Raj and the contribution of Bihar to the national movement.
Section B — General Science & Maths (Matric level)
Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography. Maths: Number system, decimals and fractions, percentage, ratio & proportion, average, interest, profit & loss, basic arithmetic.
Section C — Mental Ability
Both verbal and non-verbal — analogy, similarity & difference, space visualisation, problem solving, visual memory, discrimination, relationship concepts, arithmetic reasoning, number series, coding-decoding.
Qualifying Marks (Prelims)
How to Apply (Reference)
The application window closed on 16 February 2026. For reference, the process was:
- Open bssc.bihar.gov.in or onlinebssc.com.
- Complete registration, upload a live photo and Hindi/English signatures.
- Fill correct details for qualification, caste, domicile, EWS/PwD certificates.
- Pay the ₹100 fee online (Debit/Credit/UPI/Net Banking).
- Preview and Submit — only one application is valid.
FAQ
Q. How many vacancies are there in BSSC Inter Level 2026?
As per the latest revised notification there are 26,426 vacancies (earlier 12,199, then 23,175, 24,492 and 25,311).
Q. Can I still apply?
No. The final extended last date was 16 February 2026, which is now closed.
Q. When will the Prelims be held?
As per the BSSC Exam Calendar 2026, the Prelims is likely in June–August 2026 and the Mains tentatively in September 2026.
Q. Is there negative marking?
Yes. Each correct answer gives 4 marks and each wrong answer leads to a deduction of 1 mark.
Q. Is the typing test required for all posts?
No. The typing/skill test applies only to posts that require typing (e.g., LDC, Clerk-cum-Typist).
Source: BSSC Advt. No. 02/23 (A) official notification and BSSC Exam Calendar 2026. Vacancy and dates are time-sensitive — always verify the latest notice on bssc.bihar.gov.in before relying on these figures.