Published On: 04-04-2025
The Bihar Statistical Officer Vacancy 2025 online application process is now active, offering an excellent opportunity for graduates in Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics to secure a government job. The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has officially released 682 vacancies for the positions of Sub Statistical Officer (SSO) and Block Statistical Officer (BSO) under Advt. No. 01/2025. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website bssc.bihar.gov.in from 1st April to 21st April 2025.
Table of Contents
Overview of Bihar Statistical Officer Recruitment 2025
Important Dates
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
Application Process
Application Fee
Selection Process
Exam Pattern and Minimum Qualifying Marks
Salary Structure
FAQs
The Bihar Statistical Officer Recruitment 2025 has been launched to fill 682 vacancies for SSO and BSO positions. The posts are offered under the Directorate of Economics and Statistics, which functions under the Department of Planning and Development, Bihar Government. Candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, selection process, and application instructions before applying.
Organization: Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC)
Post Names: Block / Sub-Statistical Officer (SSO/BSO)
Advertisement Number: 01/2025
Total Vacancies: 682
Application Mode: Online
Official Website: bssc.bihar.gov.in
Notification Release: 11th March 2025
Application Start Date: 1st April 2025
Last Date to Apply: 21st April 2025
Fee Payment Deadline: 19th April 2025
Prelims Exam Date: To be announced
Mains Exam Date: To be announced
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 313 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 07 |
| Very Backward Class (VBC) | 112 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 62 |
| BC Women | 22 |
| Economically Weaker Sec. | 68 |
| Total | 682 |
Applicants must hold a Bachelors degree in Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics from a recognized university.
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 37 years
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
| Women | 40 years |
| BC / MBC | 40 years |
| SC / ST | 42 years |
| PwD (General) | 47 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 42 years |
Candidates can apply for BSSC SSO BSO Recruitment 2025 by visiting the official website and following these steps:
Go to bssc.bihar.gov.in
Click on the "Apply Online" section
Register as a new user and get login credentials
Log in and select "Statistical Officer" post
Fill in your details and upload required documents
Pay the application fee
Review and submit the application form
Download and print a copy for reference
Apply Online for BSSC SCO Recruitment 2025
Official Notification for Bihar SCO recruitment 2025
| Category | Fee |
| General / BC / EBC | Rs. 540/- |
| SC / ST / All Female (Bihar) | Rs. 135/- |
| PwBD | Rs. 135/- |
The selection process involves three key stages:
Preliminary Exam (if applications exceed 40,000)
Main Exam
Document Verification
The final merit list will be based on:
Written Exam: 75 marks
Experience (Contractual Work): 25 marks (5 marks per year; proportional for part-years)
| Aspect | Details |
| Type | Objective MCQ |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 600 |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Medium | Hindi and English |
| Marking Scheme | +4 per correct, -1 per wrong |
| Category | Minimum Marks |
| General | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| OBC | 34% |
| Female & Disabled | 32% |
Selected candidates for Block / Sub-Statistical Officer posts will receive a monthly salary under Pay Level 7, along with allowances and benefits.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary Range |
| Block/Sub-Statistical Officer | Level 7 | Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400 |
A: The last date to submit the online application is 21st April 2025.
A: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics.
A: The selection involves Prelims (if applicable), Mains Exam, and Document Verification.