Bihar CGL Exam 2025: Application Deadline Extended to October 16

The Bihar Staff Selection Commission has extended the application deadline for the CGL 2025 exam to October 16, 2025. Candidates can also pay their examination fees until October 14. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,481 positions across various departments, with specific reservations for women. The selection process includes a preliminary and a main examination. To apply, candidates must visit the BSSC official website and follow the outlined steps. This extension provides a crucial opportunity for those who have yet to apply.

By Ambika Singh Sep 25, 2025, 12:58 IST

Bihar CGL Exam 2025 Application Update

The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has announced an extension for the application deadline for the Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (CGL 2025). Candidates now have until October 16, 2025, to submit their applications, a change from the previous deadline of September 26.

Additionally, the deadline for paying the examination fee has also been pushed back. Candidates can now pay their fees until October 14, which was originally set for September 24. This extension aims to benefit all applicants.

This recruitment initiative will fill 1,481 vacancies across various Bihar government departments, with 510 positions specifically reserved for women. The Animal and Fisheries Resources Department has the largest number of openings, totaling 1,138, while the Building Construction Department will fill 500 positions.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for these roles, candidates must have completed at least the 10th grade. The age range for applicants is between 18 and 37 years, with women and candidates from Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class backgrounds receiving a 3-year age relaxation. Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates are eligible for a 5-year relaxation. Age eligibility will be determined as of August 1, 2025.

Selection Procedure

The selection will occur in two phases: a preliminary examination followed by a main examination. Only those who pass the preliminary exam will be allowed to take the main exam. A final merit list will be created after this process.

Application Fee

The application fee is fixed at ₹100 for all candidates, regardless of gender, disability status, or residency in Bihar.

Application Process

Applying is straightforward. Candidates should visit the official BSSC website at bssc.bihar.gov.in, register, fill in the necessary details, upload required documents, pay the application fee, and finally submit the application form while keeping a printout for their records.