BPSC ASO Recruitment 2025: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 37/2025) for the recruitment of 41 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) posts in the BPSC Office, Patna.
The online application process for BPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 begins on 29 May 2025 and will continue until 23 June 2025. Eligible Indian citizens can apply through the official website www.bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
BPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
BPSC has announced 41 vacancies for the post of Assistant Section Officer, including reserved posts as per Bihar government norms.
| Category | Total Posts | Women (35% Reservation) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 16 | 06 |
| Economically Weaker Section | 04 | 01 |
| Scheduled Caste | 09 | 03 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 01 | 00 |
| Extremely Backward Class | 01 | 00 |
| Backward Class | 09 | 03 |
| Backward Class Women | 01 | 00 |
| Total | 41 | 13 |
Additional reservation:
- 2% for descendants of Freedom Fighters
- 4% for PwBD candidates (VI: 0, DD: 1, OH: 0, MD: 1)
BPSC ASO 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- A graduate degree from a recognized university is required.
- Candidates must have the degree by the last date of application submission.
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Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| UR (Male) | 21 | 37 |
| BC/EBC & UR (Female) | 21 | 40 |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 21 | 42 |
Maximum age may extend up to 60 years for contractual employees. Other relaxations apply for government servants, PwBD, ex-servicemen, and dependents of freedom fighters as per rules.
BPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
The selection process will include:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
Preliminary Exam Pattern:
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 |
| Mental Ability | 50 |
- All questions will be objective and carry 1 mark each.
- Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Open Book format (only textbooks allowed, one per section)
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
| Category | Minimum Marks (%) |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| EBC | 34% |
| SC/ST/Female/PwBD | 32% |
Main Exam Pattern:
- Paper 1: General Hindi (Objective, 100 questions, 2:15 hrs, qualifying only – 30% minimum)
- Paper 2: General Studies
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 |
| Science & Mathematics | 50 |
| Mental Ability | 50 |
- Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Language: Hindi/English
- Objective-type questions
BPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 – Salary
- Pay Level: Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-)
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other State Candidates | ₹600 |
| SC/ST (Bihar) | ₹150 |
| Female (Bihar Resident) | ₹150 |
| PwBD (40% or more) | ₹150 |
An additional ₹200 biometric fee applies for those not using Aadhaar as ID.
How to Apply for BPSC ASO Recruitment 2025?
- Visit https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Log in and fill the online application form
- Upload documents and photograph/signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and lock your profile
- Download and print a copy for reference
No need to send hard copies to the Commission.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 29 May 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 29 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 June 2025 |
FAQs
Q1. What is the total number of posts in BPSC ASO Recruitment 2025?
There are 41 vacancies in total.
Q2. What is the application deadline for BPSC ASO 2025?
The last date to apply is 23 June 2025.
Q3. What is the salary for Assistant Section Officer?
The pay scale is Level-7 (₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400).
Q4. What is the exam pattern for BPSC ASO?
It includes Preliminary and Main exams, both objective-type.