The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) has officially revised the vacancy count for the Higher Secondary Assistant Teacher (Class XI-XII) posts under the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST). The total number of vacancies has been reduced to 12,445 posts, down from the initially announced figure of 12,514.
This minor adjustment results in a net decrease of 69 vacancies for the Higher Secondary level. While the revision is small, it fine-tunes the final number of available teaching positions for candidates awaiting the interview stage. The recruitment drive for Secondary (Class IX-X) teachers remains unaffected, with 23,212 vacancies. The overall total for the WBSSC SLST 2025 recruitment now stands at a revised 35,657 posts.
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WBSSC SLST Higher Secondary Vacancy 2025 Revised to 12445 Posts
The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) has updated the total vacancies for the Higher Secondary Assistant Teacher posts in the 2nd SLST recruitment. The initial announcement listed 12,514 posts for Classes 11 and 12. As per the latest update, this number has been revised to 12,445 posts.
This update confirms the final number of positions available before the commencement of the interview process. Candidates can check the old vs. new vacancy count in the table below.
| Level | Initial Vacancy | Revised Vacancy (Updated) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Secondary (XI-XII) | 12,514 posts | 12,445 posts | -69 posts |
Download WBSSC SLST Revised Vacancy 2025 Notification
WBSSC SLST Interview 2025: Key Dates
The selection process is advancing towards its final stage. The interview for shortlisted candidates is set to begin imminently. Here are the key dates for candidates to remember:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| WBSSC SLST Result 2025 | 7th November 2025 |
| WBSSC SLST DV Intimation Letter | 16th November 2025 |
| Document Verification (DV) Dates | 18th November to 4th December 2025 |
| Interview Dates | From 26th November 2025 onwards |
FAQs
Q1. Has the total number of WBSSC SLST 2025 vacancies been changed?
Ans: Yes. The total vacancy for the Higher Secondary (XI-XII) level has been revised from 12,514 to 12,445 posts.
Q2. Does this vacancy revision affect the Secondary (IX-X) level posts?
Ans: No. The revision only applies to the Higher Secondary Assistant Teacher posts. The 23,212 vacancies for the Secondary level remain unchanged.
Q3. I am an applicant for the Higher Secondary post. Will this affect my candidature?
Ans: Your candidature remains valid. The revision is a minor administrative update to the total number of posts. It does not impact the selection process for already shortlisted candidates.
Q4. When will the interviews be held?
Ans: The WBSSC SLST Interview for subjects like Bengali and English is scheduled to begin on 26th November 2025. Candidates should check the official website for their specific schedule.