Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has released Advertisement No. 03/25 to recruit 201 Field Assistant under the Directorate of Agriculture. This is a significant opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in Bihar's agriculture sector.
BSSC Field Assistant Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Department | Directorate of Agriculture, Govt. of Bihar |
| Post Name | Field Assistant |
| Advt. No. | 03/25 |
| Total Vacancies | 201 |
| Pay Scale | Level-2 (₹5200–20200, Grade Pay ₹1900) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | April 25, 2025 |
| Apply Last Date | May 23, 2025 |
| Official Website | bssc.bihar.gov.in |
📊 Vacancy Details (Category-Wise)
| Category | Total Posts | Women Reservation (35%) | FF Dependent | PwBD | PwBD Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 79 | 28 | 4 | 4 | VI-2, DD-2, OH-2, MD/MUD-2 |
| SC | 35 | 12 | — | — | — |
| ST | 2 | 0 | — | — | — |
| EBC | 37 | 13 | — | — | — |
| BC | 21 | 7 | — | — | — |
| BC Women | 7 | — | — | — | — |
| EWS | 20 | 7 | — | — | — |
| Total | 201 | 67 | 4 | 4 | — |
Note: VI = Visual, DD = Deaf, OH = Orthopedic, MD/MUD = Multiple/Mental Disability
✅ Eligibility Criteria
🎓 Educational Qualification:
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Intermediate (Science) / I.Sc. OR
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Agriculture Diploma from a recognized institute.
⚠️ No equivalent qualifications are accepted.
🎂 Age Limit (as of 01.08.2024):
| Category | Max Age |
|---|---|
| UR (Male) | 37 years |
| UR (Female) | 40 years |
| BC / EBC | 40 years |
| SC / ST | 42 years |
| PwBD | +10 years relaxation |
📝 Age will be verified via the Matriculation certificate.
📝 Application Process
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Visit bssc.bihar.gov.in
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Find Advt. No. 03/25 and click Apply Online
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Register and fill the application form
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Upload necessary documents
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Pay the application fee
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Submit and download the confirmation page
💵 Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EBC (Male) | ₹540 |
| SC / ST (Bihar) | ₹135 |
| PwBD | ₹135 |
| All Women (Bihar) | ₹135 |
| Outside Bihar (All Categories) | ₹540 |
Additional processing charges applicable.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Start | April 25, 2025 |
| Apply End | May 23, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | May 23, 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
🧪 Selection Process
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Preliminary Exam (if applications > 40,000)
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Mains Exam (for shortlisted candidates)
📚 Prelims Exam Pattern:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 150 | 600 | 2 hrs 15 mins |
📝 4 marks per correct answer, -1 mark for incorrect
📖 Prelims Syllabus:
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General Studies: Indian Polity, Economy, History, Geography, Current Affairs, etc.
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Science & Math: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Arithmetic (Matric Level)
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Mental Ability: Reasoning, Coding-Decoding, Series, Logic
🎯 Minimum Qualifying Marks:
| Category | Cut-off |
|---|---|
| General | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| EBC | 34% |
| SC/ST | 32% |
| Women | 32% |
| PwBD | 32% |
📁 Required Documents
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Matric & Intermediate Certificates
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Agriculture Diploma (if applicable)
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Caste, Domicile, Disability, and FF Certificates (if applicable)
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Recent Photo, Signature
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Valid Photo ID
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Application printout
🔗 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Active from April 25, 2025 |
| Applicant Login | Login Here |
| Home Page | Visit Here |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | bssc.bihar.gov.in |
☎️ Helpdesk
For queries, visit the official contact page:
👉 https://bssc.bihar.gov.in
📢 Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Refer to the official BSSC notification for final and complete details.
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