Bihar Staff Selection Commission Opens Applications for Lower Division Clerk Positions

BSSC Recruitment for Lower Division Clerk

The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has initiated the recruitment process for the Lower Division Clerk (LDC) role, with online applications starting from October 21, 2025. This is a significant opportunity for the youth in Bihar seeking government employment.

Candidates who have completed their 12th grade and meet the specified age criteria are encouraged to apply. The application window will remain open until November 21, 2025, with the final date for form submission set for November 24, 2025. Interested individuals can access the application form on the BSSC's official website.

To qualify for this position, applicants must have passed the 10+2 examination. Additionally, proficiency in Hindi typing or shorthand and basic computer skills are necessary. The age requirements stipulate a minimum age of 18 years and a maximum of 37 years, with age relaxations applicable for candidates from reserved categories. Specifically, the upper age limit is extended to 40 years for Backward and Extremely Backward Class candidates, 42 years for Scheduled Caste/Tribe candidates, and an additional 10 years for individuals with disabilities.

Application Fee

All applicants are required to pay an application fee of ₹100, which must be submitted online. Applications will be deemed incomplete without this payment.

Selection Process

The selection will occur in two phases: an initial written examination followed by a skill test for those who pass the first stage. Candidates from unreserved categories must achieve at least 40% in the written test, while the thresholds are 36.5% for OBCs, 34% for other backward classes, and 32% for SC/ST candidates and differently-abled individuals.

How to Apply

To apply, candidates should visit the BSSC official website and click on the recruitment link. They must register by providing personal details, then log in to fill in their educational qualifications, date of birth, address, and category. After uploading their photograph and signature, they should pay the application fee and submit the form. It is advisable to keep a printed copy of the submitted application.