The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is responsible for conducting the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) recruitment in the state secretariat and associated government departments. This recruitment offers permanent Group B non-gazetted posts with structured growth and administrative responsibilities in file processing, drafting, and communication.

The BPSC ASO 2025 selection process includes multiple phases to ensure fair and comprehensive assessment of candidates’ eligibility, aptitude, and documentation. Aspirants must clear all stages to be eligible for final appointment.

BPSC Assistant Section Officer Selection Process 2025: Overview

The official recruitment process for ASO is described below:

Phase 1: Preliminary Examination

The prelims is the first qualifying stage and is objective in nature.

• Exam Format: Multiple-choice objective-type questions
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 hours
• Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer, –0.25 for each wrong answer
• Qualifying Nature: Only qualifying for shortlisting to mains
• Subjects Covered:
  • General Knowledge
  • Current Affairs
  • General Science
  • General Mental Ability
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Indian History and Geography
  • Bihar-specific Knowledge

Phase 2: Main Examination

Candidates who clear the prelims are called for the Main Examination, which is descriptive and comprises three papers:

Note:

• General Hindi is qualifying in nature (minimum 30 marks required).
• General Knowledge Papers I and II will decide the merit.
• Papers will be subjective with essay, precis, and long-form questions.

Phase 3: Document Verification (DV)

After clearing the mains, candidates are called for the final phase: Document Verification. This stage confirms the authenticity of details submitted in the application.

Required Documents (Original + Self-attested Copies):

The required documents which are needed are as under -

• Admit Cards (Prelims and Mains)
• Online Application Form Printout
• Matriculation Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
• Graduation Certificate & Marksheets
• Reservation Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate of Bihar (if applicable)
• Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID)
• Passport-size photographs

Note: Absence of any required document can result in disqualification, even if earlier stages are cleared.

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Direct Link to Apply For BPSC ASO

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Additional Important Details

Eligibility Requirements:

• Age Limit: 21–37 years (as on 01.08.2025)
  • Relaxations: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwD (10 years)
• Educational Qualification:
  • Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university

Salary Structure:

• Pay Level: Level 7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400)
• Inclusions: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical, and other Bihar state government benefits.

What Happens Next?

After successful completion of the DV round:

• The final merit list is published on the BPSC portal.
• Appointment letters are issued to selected candidates for posting in state secretariat or associated government offices.
• Induction training may be conducted before assuming duties.

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