The recruitment announces 201 vacancies for Field Assistant under the Bihar Agriculture Department. Field Assistant pay is Level-02 with 5200-20200 and 1900. The online application closing date for the main exam is 31 October 2026.
BSSC Field Assistant Recruitment Overview
Bihar Staff Selection Commission is conducting recruitment for Field Assistant posts under Advertisement 03/25. Candidates submit the application form on the official website.
| Key Detail | Official Specification |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Commission | Bihar Staff Selection Commission (बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग) |
| Administrative Department | Agriculture Directorate, Government of Bihar (कृषि निदेशालय, बिहार) |
| Advertisement Number | 03/25 |
| Designation | Field Assistant (क्षेत्र सहायक) |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 201 Posts |
| Pay Level | Level-02 (Pay Scale 5200-20200, Grade Pay 1900) |
| Job Location | Bihar (State Government) |
| Application Mode | Online Portal |
| Closing Date for Mains Application | 31 October 2026 |
| Official Web Address | https://bssc.bihar.gov.in |
Selection rules follow the commission examination regulations 2010.
Important Dates Schedule
The schedule covers application dates, prelims exam dates, and main exam dates. The main online application window opens on 22 October 2026. Candidates must complete the main online application by 31 October 2026.
| Recruitment Event | Official Calendar Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Application Opening Date | 25 April 2025 |
| Preliminary Fee Payment Final Date | 21 May 2025 |
| Preliminary Online Application Closing Date | 23 May 2025 |
| Preliminary Admit Card Release Notice | 30 July 2025 |
| Preliminary Competitive Examination Date | 10 August 2025 |
| Main Examination Notice Issue Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Main Examination Online Application Start Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Main Examination Fee Payment Closing Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Main Examination Online Application Final Deadline | 31 October 2026 |
The prelims exam date is 10 August 2025 across 106 centres. A total of 1005 candidates appear for the main exam.
Vacancy Details and Category Breakdown
The total vacancies in this recruitment drive are 201. Women have 67 posts in this recruitment. The notice lists 04 posts for freedom fighter kin. The notice lists 08 posts for disabled candidates.
| Category Name and Code | Total Number of Posts | Women Reservation Posts (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (01) | 79 | 28 |
| Scheduled Caste (02) | 35 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribe (03) | 02 | 00 |
| Extremely Backward Class (04) | 37 | 13 |
| Backward Class (05) | 21 | 07 |
| Backward Class Women (06) | 07 | - |
| Economically Weaker Section (07) | 20 | 07 |
| Grand Total | 201 | 67 |
Unreserved candidates have 79 posts with 28 posts for women. Scheduled Caste candidates have 35 posts with 12 posts for women. EBC candidates have 37 posts with 13 posts for women. Backward Class candidates have 21 posts with 07 posts for women. Economically Weaker Section candidates have 20 posts with 07 posts for women. Scheduled Tribe candidates have 02 posts in total. BC women have 07 posts in this table.
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification
Required qualification is 12th Pass Science or Diploma in Agriculture. No other equivalent qualification is accepted for this post. Candidates must hold the required certificate before submitting their application.
Age Limit and Category Relaxation
The minimum age limit is 18 years as on 01 August 2024. General male candidates have an upper age limit of 37 years. General female candidates have an upper age limit of 40 years. BC and EBC candidates have maximum age of 40 years. SC and ST candidates have maximum age of 42 years.
| Candidate Category | Minimum Age (01.08.2024) | Maximum Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (Male) | 18 Years | 37 Years |
| General / Unreserved (Female) | 18 Years | 40 Years |
| Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class (Male and Female) | 18 Years | 40 Years |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (Male and Female) | 18 Years | 42 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (All Categories) | 18 Years | 10 Years above category limit |
Disabled candidates receive 10 years of age relaxation. Bihar government regular employees receive 05 years of age relaxation up to 5 attempts. Ex-servicemen get 03 years relaxation. Matriculation document records candidate date of birth.
Salary Structure and Pay Level
Field Assistant appointment is under Pay Level-02. The unrevised pay band is 5200-20200 with Grade Pay 1900. The post of Field Assistant has Pay Level-02.
Application Fee Details
General category male application fee is 540 rupees. Reserved category candidates from Bihar pay a fee of 135 rupees. All female candidates of Bihar pay a fee of 135 rupees. Disabled candidates pay an application fee of 135 rupees. Candidates from outside Bihar pay 540 rupees.
| Fee Category | Prescribed Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General, Backward Class, and Extremely Backward Class Male Applicants | Rs 540 |
| Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Applicants (Permanent Residents of Bihar) | Rs 135 |
| All Female Candidates (Permanent Residents of Bihar) | Rs 135 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (All Categories) | Rs 135 |
| All Candidates from Outside Bihar (Male and Female) | Rs 540 |
Payment is submitted through the online payment gateway.
Selection Process and Examination Stages
A preliminary test is held for more than 40 thousand applications. Candidates are selected for the main exam at 05 times vacancies. The main exam selection list qualifies 1005 candidates. Document Verification is required for candidates.
Syllabus and Exam Pattern
The examination paper contains 150 questions carrying 600 marks. Each correct answer carries 04 marks while 01 mark is deducted for wrong answers. The test paper duration is 02 hours 15 minutes. The exam questions are set in Hindi and English.
| Subject Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section (A): General Studies (सामान्य अध्ययन) | 50 | 200 Marks | 02 Hours 15 Minutes (135 Minutes) |
| Section (B): General Science and Mathematics (सामान्य विज्ञान एवं गणित) | 50 | 200 Marks | |
| Section (C): Mental Ability Test (मानसिक क्षमता जाँच) | 50 | 200 Marks | |
| Total Question Paper | 150 | 600 Marks | 02 Hours 15 Minutes |
Section one contains General Studies. Syllabus section two covers General Science and Mathematics. Syllabus section three covers Mental Ability test and reasoning. General category qualifying marks threshold is 40 percent. BC quota requires 36.5 percent. EBC quota requires 34 percent. SC and ST quota requires 32 percent.
How to Apply Online
Apply online at https://bssc.bihar.gov.in. Candidates must upload a live webcam photo and scanned signature. Candidates should upload a scanned signature. Candidates should keep their Application Form Number and Registration Number.
- Access the official web portal of the commission at https://bssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Navigate to the notice board section and locate Advertisement Number 03/25 for Field Assistant Mains.
- Login using your preliminary examination Registration Number and Password or Roll Number.
- Carefully verify the pre-populated personal details, domicile data, and reservation category selection.
- Remit the online examination fee via credit card, debit card, UPI, or internet banking before 31 October 2026.
- Capture and upload a clear live webcam photograph as prescribed in official instructions.
- Upload clear scanned images of your signature in both Hindi and English language formats.
- Preview the completed application form to confirm the accuracy of all submitted particulars.
- Submit the final application form and download the confirmation acknowledgment page for your records.
- Retain a printed copy along with your Application Form Number, Registration Number, and Roll Number safely.
Important Instructions and Points to Check Before Applying
Candidates should check instructions on the website. Candidates must check that admit cards are clear and not faint. Registration number 2530007807 for AMITAB KUMAR is cancelled. A total of 138 candidates received PROVISIONAL admit cards. Candidates bring certificates for Document Verification. Candidates should check the official portal regularly for updates.
Important Links
| Document / Portal | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Preliminary Admit Card Notice PDF (Notice 2907) | Download Notification PDF |
| Official BSSC Portal | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
The last date is 31 October 2026.
When do applications open for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
Applications open on 22 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
The notice has 201 vacancies.
What is the age limit for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years old as on 1 August 2024.
How much age relaxation is allowed?
दिव्यांग: 10 years; बिहार सरकार के सरकारी सेवक: 5 years; भूतपूर्व सैनिक: 3 years.
What is the application fee for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
सामान्य वर्ग / पिछड़ा वर्ग / अत्यंत पिछड़ा वर्ग के पुरुष अभ्यर्थी: Rs 540; अनुसूचित जाति / अनुसूचित जनजाति: Rs 135; दिव्यांग अभ्यर्थी: Rs 135; महिलायें: Rs 135; बिहार राज्य के बाहर के सभी श्रेणी के अभ्यर्थी: Rs 540.
What is the salary for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
क्षेत्र सहायक: लेवल-02 (अपुनरीक्षित-5200-20200, ग्रेड-पे 1900).
What qualification is needed for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
आई०एस०सी० / कृषि डिप्लोमा.
How is the selection done for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
Selection is by प्रारंभिक परीक्षा, then मुख्य परीक्षा.
How do I apply for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
Apply online at https://bssc.bihar.gov.in.
When is the exam for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
The exam is on 10 August 2025.
What is the advertisement number for बिहार कर्मचारी चयन आयोग क्षेत्र सहायक?
It is 03/25.