BSSC CGL Exam Guide 2026
BSSC CGL 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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| Exam Elements | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) |
| Official Website | BSSC |
| Name of the Post | CGL (Competitive Graduate Level) |
| BSSC CGL Vacancy | 1883 |
| Application Start Date | Reopened: October 16, 2025 |
| Last Date To Apply | Reopened: November 24, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and DV |
| Location | Bihar Government Jobs |
| Official Website | bssc.bihar.gov.in |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Events
- Dates
- BSSC CGL 4 DV Date
- To be announced
- BSSC CGL 4 Mains Exam Date
- To be announced
- BSSC CGL 4 Prelims Exam Date
- July - August 2026
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Post Name | Department | UR | SC | ST | EBC | BC | BC (Women) | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Branch Officer | General Administration Dept., Bihar, Patna | 572 | 156 | 17 | 47 | 154 | 12 | 108 | 1064 |
| 200 | 55 | 06 | 16 | 54 | - | 37 | 368 | ||
| Industry Extension Officer | Industries Department, Patna | 30 | 07 | 02 | 13 | 00 | 02 | 06 | 60 |
| 11 | 02 | 00 | 05 | 00 | - | 02 | 20 | ||
| Planning Assistant | Planning & Development Dept. | 75 | 00 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 00 | 09 | 88 |
| 26 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 30 | ||
| Malaria Inspector | Labour Resource Dept. (Training Directorate) | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Data Entry Operator Grade-C | Finance Dept., Bihar, Patna | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| Auditor | Directorate of Audit, Finance Dept., Patna | 30 | 32 | 00 | 34 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 125 |
| 11 | 11 | 00 | 12 | 05 | 05 | 14 | 84 | ||
| Auditor, Cooperative Societies | Cooperative Department, Bihar, Patna | 148 | 09 | 02 | 28 | 02 | 02 | 07 | 198 |
| 52 | 03 | 03 | 08 | 03 | 00 | 07 | 68 |
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- PwD
- ₹135
- Category
- Application Fee
- General/BC/EBC
- ₹540
- Women Candidates (Bihar)
- ₹135
- SC/ST/Residents of Bihar State
- ₹135
- People from states other than Bihar (All categories)
- ₹540
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Upper Age Limit
- Unreserved (Male)
- 37 years
- Unreserved (Female)
- 40 years
- Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- 42 years
- Other Backward Class (OBC) / Extremely Backward Class (EBC)
- 40 years
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 | 200 | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| General Science and Mathematics | 50 | 200 | |
| Comprehension/Logical Reasoning/Mental Ability | 50 | 200 | |
| Total | 150 | 600 | 2 hours 15 minutes |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Hindi Language | 100 | 400 | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Paper 2 | General Studies | 50 | 200 | |
| General Science and Mathematics | 50 | 200 | 2 hours 15 minutes | |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 200 | ||
| Total | 250 | 1000 | 4 hours 30 minutes |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.How many vacancies are available to fill in for the BSSC CGL Post?
A total of 1883 vacancies have been released BSSC CGL 2026 notification.
Q2.Will I be deployed somewhere outside the state if I get selected for one of the BSSC CGL posts?
No, the common job location for all of these posts will be in the Bihar state only.
Q3.Can I apply for multiple posts under the Bihar SSC CGL recruitment at once?
Yes, Candidates are eligible to apply for multiple posts under the BSSC CGL recruitment at once provided they qualify
Q4.Is the educational qualification for all the BSSC CGL posts the same or different?
No, the educational qualification for the BSSC CGL Recruitment 2026, may change with the change in posts.
Q5.From where can I get the full BSSC CGL syllabus for these exams?
Candidates can access the full BSSC CGL Syllabus from the official notification that will be soon released on the official website of the commission.
Q6.How can I apply for the BSSC CGL recruitment 2026?
The candidates can apply online through the BSSC official online portal.
Q7.What is the BSSC CGL age limit?
The candidate must be aged between 18 to 37 years. The upper age limit shall be as per the category.
Q8.How can I download the BSSC CGL 4 notification 2026 PDF?
Visit the official BSSC website (bssc.bihar.gov.in) and click on the “Notifications / Recruitment” section to download the “BSSC CGL 4 Notification 2026” PDF link provided under advertisement number details.
Q9.What is BSSC CGL Exam Date 2026?
BSSC CGL 2026 exam is expected to be conducted between July and August 2026.
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