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BSSC CGL (Bihar Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) 2024
BSSC CGL is one of the most sought-after state government exams for Bihar graduates. It recruits candidates for Grade-III posts across multiple Bihar government departments.
Conducting Body
BSSC
Total Vacancies
2187
Exam Mode
Offline (OMR)
Application
Online
Pay Level
Level 3–5
Qualification
Graduate
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | 2024-03-15 | ✓ Done |
| Application Start | 2024-04-01 | ✓ Done |
| Application End | 2024-05-15 | ✓ Done |
| Admit Card | 2024-10-01 | ✓ Done |
| Prelims Exam | 2024-10-20 | ✓ Done |
| Result | TBA | ⏳ Upcoming |
| Mains Exam | TBA | ⏳ Upcoming |
💼 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 512 | Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) |
| Revenue Employee | 348 | Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) |
| Panchayat Secretary | 276 | Level-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) |
| Secretariat Assistant | 198 | Level-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) |
| Other Posts | 853 | Level-3 to Level-5 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Indian citizen (domicile of Bihar preferred for some posts)
Age Limit
General: 18–37 years | OBC: 40 years | SC/ST: 42 years
Education
Graduate from any recognized university
Additional
Knowledge of Hindi and Urdu/Bengali for certain posts
💰 Salary & Benefits
BASIC PAY
₹21,700
to ₹81,100
GROSS SALARY
₹28,000
to ₹45,000 / month
PAY COMMISSION
7th Pay Commission
Allowances
DA (Dearness Allowance)HRA (House Rent Allowance)TA (Travel Allowance)Medical Allowance
🎯 Selection Process
1
Preliminary Exam (Prelims)
Qualifying150 marks
2
Mains Exam
Merit-based300 marks
3
Document Verification
Final
📝 Exam Pattern
prelims Exam
150 Questions150 Marks135 MinutesNegative: 0.2 marks per wrong answer
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 | 50 |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 | 50 |
| Comprehension & Mental Ability | 50 | 50 |
mains Exam
300 Questions300 Marks165 MinutesNegative: 1 mark per wrong answer
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 150 | 150 |
| Hindi Language | 100 | 100 |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 | 50 |
📚 Detailed Syllabus
general Studies
History of India & BiharGeography (India & Bihar)Indian Polity & ConstitutionIndian EconomyCurrent AffairsArt & Culture
general Science
Physics basicsChemistry basicsBiology basicsEnvironmental Science
mathematics
Number SystemPercentage & Profit-LossSimple & Compound InterestTime & WorkSpeed-Distance-TimeMensuration
mental Ability
Series CompletionAnalogyClassificationBlood RelationsCoding-DecodingDirection Sense
hindi
Grammar (Sandhi, Samas)ComprehensionVocabularyFill in the BlanksError Detection
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📖 Preparation Strategy
1.Focus on Bihar-specific GS topics — 30-40% questions are Bihar-focused
2.Previous Year Papers are the best resource — BSSC repeats question patterns
3.Practice Mental Ability daily with timed sets
4.Hindi grammar is high-scoring with regular practice
Recommended Books
Lucent's General Knowledge
by Lucent Publications
Bihar Ek Parichay
by Various
RS Aggarwal Quantitative Aptitude
by RS Aggarwal
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the educational qualification for BSSC CGL?
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree from any recognized university.
Is BSSC CGL a permanent government job?
Yes, BSSC CGL recruits for permanent Grade-III positions in Bihar state government departments.
What is the salary of BSSC CGL?
The gross salary ranges from ₹28,000 to ₹45,000 per month plus DA, HRA, TA and allowances as per 7th Pay Commission.
Is there negative marking in BSSC CGL?
Yes. Prelims: 0.2 marks per wrong answer. Mains: 1 mark per wrong answer.
Can I practice BSSC CGL PYQs online for free?
Yes! Gyaanify has free BSSC CGL previous year question papers with bilingual Hindi & English explanations.
Sources: https://bssc.bihar.gov.in · Last updated: 2026-08-04