BSSC Recruitment 2025 for 682 Sub Statistical Officer/Block Statistical Officer Vacancies – Overview
The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has announced a recruitment drive for the positions of Sub Statistical Officer/Block Statistical Officer. A total of 682 vacancies are available under the अर्थ एवं सांख्यिकी निदेशालय (Directorate of Economics and Statistics), Bihar. The online application process starts on April 1, 2025, and concludes on April 21, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply through the official BSSC website.
Organization Details
The hiring organization is the Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC). The positions available are Sub Statistical Officer/Block Statistical Officer. There are a total of 682 vacancies. The job location is in Bihar, India, under the अर्थ एवं सांख्यिकी निदेशालय (Directorate of Economics and Statistics).
Vacancy Breakdown
Here is the category-wise distribution of the 682 vacancies:
| Category | Code | Total Vacancies | 35% Horizontal Reservation for Women |
| Unreserved | 01 | 313 | 110 |
| Scheduled Caste | 02 | 98 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 03 | 07 | 02 |
| Extremely Backward Class | 04 | 112 | 39 |
| Backward Class | 05 | 62 | 22 |
| Backward Class (Women) | 06 | 22 | – |
| Economically Weaker Section | 07 | 68 | 24 |
| Total | 682 | 231 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Sub Statistical Officer/Block Statistical Officer positions, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics from a recognized university. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree with any of the mentioned subjects as a pass course or subsidiary subject are also eligible.
- Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 21 years for all categories.
- Maximum Age:
- Unreserved (Male): 37 years.
- Backward Class & Extremely Backward Class (Male & Female): 40 years.
- Unreserved (Female): 40 years.
- Scheduled Caste & Scheduled Tribe (Male & Female): 42 years.
- PwD Candidates: 10 years relaxation in addition to the category-wise upper age limit.
- Age will be calculated as of August 1, 2024.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates for the BSSC Recruitment 2025:
- Online Application Start Date: April 1, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: April 19, 2025
- Online Application Deadline: April 21, 2025
Salary & Benefits
The salary for the Sub Statistical Officer/Block Statistical Officer position is at Pay Level-7. Specific details regarding allowances and other benefits are available in the official notification provided below.
Selection Process
The selection process will be based on a merit list prepared from the following:
- Written Examination: 75 marks.
- Contractual Work Experience (if applicable): 25 marks (maximum).
The written examination will consist of objective-type, multiple-choice questions. The exam will have 150 questions, with each correct answer carrying 4 marks and each incorrect answer resulting in a deduction of 1 mark. The duration of the exam will be 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The preliminary examination will be conducted if the number of applications exceeds 40,000. The preliminary exam will be a General Knowledge test with sections on General Studies, General Science & Mathematics, and Mental Ability Test.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the BSSC Recruitment 2025 through the online mode. Here’s a general step-by-step guide:
- Visit the official BSSC website: bssc.bihar.gov.in
- Find the recruitment notification for Sub Statistical Officer/Block Statistical Officer.
- Read the detailed notification and instructions carefully.
- Register yourself on the portal.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents, including educational certificates, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
For detailed instructions, refer to the official notification.
Application Fees
The application fees vary based on the candidate’s category:
- General / BC / EBC (Male): ₹540
- SC / ST (Bihar Resident): ₹135
- PwD (same as SC/ST): ₹135
- Female (Bihar Resident): ₹135
- All categories outside Bihar: ₹540
The application fee can be paid online through Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI/Net Banking.
Official Notification & Apply Link
- Notification Link: Download Now
- Online Application Link: Apply Now
- Official Website Link: bssc.bihar.gov.in
- WhatsApp Channel Link: Join Now
- Telegram Channel Link: Join Now
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Stay connected through the provided WhatsApp and Telegram channels for the latest updates on government job opportunities.