The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has officially cancelled the Prelims examination for the LIC AAO 2025 posts for specific sessions at the Bhagalpur, Bihar center. The exam, which was scheduled for 3rd October 2025 for sessions 2, 3, and 4, has been called off due to unforeseen circumstances. LIC has guaranteed that the revised exam dates will be declared subsequently on the official LIC website and communicated to affected candidates via email and SMS. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official portal for updates.
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LIC AAO 2025 Bhagalpur Exam Cancelled
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has issued an official notice stating the cancellation of the LIC AAO Prelims Exam 2025 for specific sessions at the ION Digital Zone (IDZ) center in Bhagalpur, Bihar. The exam for sessions 2, 3, and 4 only at this center, which was part of the nationwide exam held on 3rd October 2025, has been cancelled. LIC has stated that the new dates for the exam will be informed later through official channels. Candidates affected by this decision should wait for further instructions.
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LIC AAO 2025 Exam Overview
The LIC AAO recruitment exam is conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) to recruit candidates for the prestigious post of Assistant Administrative Officer. The selection process is a three-stage exercise including an Online Prelims Exam, an Online Mains Exam, and an Interview. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 841 vacancies.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | LIC AAO & AE Recruitment 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) & Assistant Engineer (AE) |
| Total Vacancies | 841 (AAO- 760, AE- 81) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Stages of Selection | 1. Online Prelims Examination 2. Online Mains Examination 3. Interview |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation (Varies for Specialist and AE posts) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years (as on 01/08/2025) |
| Salary | Rs. 1,26,000/- per month (approx.) |
LIC AAO New Exam Dates for Bhagalpur Center
As per the official notice released by the Chief (Personnel) at LIC’s Central Office, the Prelims Examination for sessions 2, 3, and 4 at the ION Digital Zone (IDZ), Bhagalpur center has been cancelled. The revised date for this exam will be announced soon. It is important to note that this cancellation is specific to the mentioned sessions and center; the exam for other centers and session 1 at Bhagalpur was conducted as scheduled.
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| Exam Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Prelims Exam (Nationwide) | 3rd October 2025 |
| Prelims Exam (Cancelled for Bhagalpur – Sessions 2,3,4) | To be rescheduled |
| Mains Exam (Nationwide) | 8th November 2025 |
What is the Reason Behind LIC Cancelling the Bhagalpur Exam?
LIC’s official notice mentions that the exam has been cancelled “with the permission of competent authority.” While the specific reason for the cancellation of sessions at the Bhagalpur center has not been explicitly stated in the public notice, such decisions are typically taken due to unforeseen administrative or technical issues at a particular exam center. Candidates affected by this decision should rely only on official updates from LIC for the new schedule and avoid believing in unverified rumors.
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LIC AAO 2025 Exam: FAQs
Q1. For which sessions and center has the LIC AAO Prelims been cancelled?
The LIC AAO Prelims exam has been cancelled only for sessions 2, 3, and 4 at the ION Digital Zone (IDZ) center in Bhagalpur, Bihar.
Q2. How will I know the new exam date?
LIC will announce the revised exam date on its official website, licindia.in. Affected candidates will also be notified via registered email and SMS.
Q3. Is the Mains exam on 8th November 2025 also postponed?
As of now, the Mains exam scheduled for 8th November 2025 is unchanged. The cancellation only affects the Prelims exam for specific sessions in Bhagalpur.
Q4. What is the salary for the LIC AAO post?
The starting basic pay for LIC AAO is approximately Rs. 1,26,000 per month, which includes various allowances.
Q5. What is the selection process for LIC AAO?
The selection process involves three stages: Online Preliminary Examination, Online Mains Examination, and an Interview.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the LIC AAO exam?
Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers. For each incorrect response, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.
Q7. What should affected candidates do now?
Candidates should continue their preparation and regularly check the LIC official website and their email for the announcement of the new exam date.