Quick Overview & Important Summary
| Recruitment Organization | Bihar Education Department through Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / विद्यालय लिपिक (Vidyalaya Lipik) |
| Total Vacancies | 6421 |
| Apply Online Dates | Last Week of July 2025 to August 2025 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Selection Process | Competitive Written Examination conducted by BSSC |
| Job Location | Government Schools across Bihar |
| Official Website | bssc.bih.nic.in |
Table of Contents
- Important Dates (Tentative)
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification
- Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025)
- Application Fee
- Salary Structure
- Bihar School Clerk Exam Pattern 2025 (Tentative)
- Syllabus
- How to Apply Online?
- Selection Process
- Important Links
- FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. Bihar Vidyalaya Lipik Recruitment 2025: Important Dates (Tentative)
The official dates for the application process will be announced soon by the Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC). The tentative schedule is as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | July 2, 2025 (Released) |
| Start Date to Apply Online | Last Week of July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 2025 (Tentative) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | August 2025 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be Notified by BSSC |
| Bihar School Clerk Exam Date 2025 | To be Notified by BSSC |
2. Bihar School Clerk Vacancy 2025: Details
A total of 6421 vacancies have been announced for the post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / विद्यालय लिपिक in various Government Schools across the state of Bihar.
Post Name: Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / विद्यालय लिपिक
Total Vacancies: 6421 Posts
The district-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdown will be available in the detailed official notification. Candidates are advised to wait for the official application link to open to see the exact vacancies for their district and category.
3. Bihar Sarkari School Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2025
A. Educational Qualification
- Required Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) examination from a recognized board or university.
- Additional Skills: Basic knowledge of computer operation and typing in Hindi (and possibly English) is highly desirable for the role of a Clerk.
B. Age Limit (as on 1st August 2025)
The lower age limit is 18 years for all categories. The upper age limit relaxations are as per Bihar government norms:
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS (Male) | 37 Years |
| General / EWS (Female) | 40 Years |
| Backward Class (BC) / Extremely Backward Class (EBC) (Male & Female) | 40 Years |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) (Male & Female) | 42 Years |
Further age relaxation for ex-servicemen and other reserved categories will be as per the rules of the Bihar Government. Please refer to the official notification for precise details.
4. Bihar School Clerk Application Fee 2025
The application fee must be paid online through the BSSC portal. The fee structure is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC / EBC (Male) | ₹ 540 /- |
| General / EWS / BC / EBC (Female) | ₹ 135 /- |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) (Male & Female) | ₹ 135 /- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI) |
5. Bihar Vidyalaya Lipik Salary Structure
The selected candidates for the post of Clerk (LDC) in Bihar Government Schools will be entitled to a salary as per the pay scale defined by the Bihar Government. The approximate salary, including allowances, is expected to be in the range of ₹ 25,000 – ₹ 30,000 per month at the initial level. The exact pay matrix and grade pay will be detailed in the official notification.
6. Bihar School Clerk Exam Pattern 2025 (Tentative)
The selection will be based on a single-stage written competitive examination conducted by BSSC. The exam pattern is expected to be as follows:
- Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR Sheet) or Online (CBT) – To be confirmed.
- Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Total Marks: 600 Marks.
- Duration: The total time duration will be announced later.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies (सामान्य अध्ययन) | 50 | 200 |
| General Science / Mathematics (सामान्य विज्ञान / गणित) | 50 | 200 |
| Mental Ability (मानसिक क्षमता) | 50 | 200 |
| Total | 150 Questions | 600 Marks |
*There may be a negative marking scheme (e.g., 1/4th mark deduction for each wrong answer). The final exam pattern will be confirmed in the official advertisement.*
7. Bihar School Clerk Syllabus 2025
The syllabus for the written examination will cover the following key topics across the three subjects:
A. General Studies (सामान्य अध्ययन):
- Current Affairs: National and International importance.
- Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern (with special focus on Bihar’s history).
- Indian Geography: Physical, Social, Economic geography of India and Bihar.
- Indian Polity and Governance: Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues.
- Economics: Indian Economy, Planning, Poverty Alleviation, Sustainable Development, Demographics.
- General Science: Basic concepts of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology up to the 10th standard.
B. General Science / Mathematics (सामान्य विज्ञान / गणित):
- Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Life Sciences) fundamentals.
- Mathematics: Number System, Simplification, Average, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Mensuration, Basic Algebra, Geometry.
C. Mental Ability (मानसिक क्षमता):
- Analogies, Similarities, and Differences.
- Spatial visualization, Spatial orientation, Problem-solving.
- Analysis, Judgment, Decision making, Visual memory.
- Discrimination, Observation, Relationship concepts.
- Arithmetical reasoning, Verbal and figure classification.
- Arithmetic number series, Non-verbal series, Coding-Decoding.
8. How to Apply Online for Bihar Sarkari School Clerk Vacancy 2025?
Once the application link is active, follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the Bihar SSC official portal: bssc.bih.nic.in.
- Find the Notification Link: On the homepage, look for the link titled “Online Application for Recruitment of Vidyalaya Lipik” or similar.
- Register Yourself: Click on “New Registration” and provide basic details like name, mobile number, and email ID to generate a registration number and password.
- Login and Fill Application Form: Use your credentials to log in. Fill out the detailed application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload Scanned Documents:
- Recent Passport-sized Photograph (as per specified size and format).
- Signature (as per specified size and format).
- Required documents (e.g., ID proof, category certificate, educational certificates).
- Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online using the available payment methods.
- Submit and Print: Review your application carefully before final submission. After submitting, take a printout of the confirmation page and fee receipt for your records.
9. Selection Process
The selection of candidates for the post of Clerk (Lipik) in Bihar Government Schools will be based solely on the following stage:
- Written Examination: The merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the competitive written exam conducted by BSSC. The exam will cover General Studies, General Science/Mathematics, and Mental Ability.
Document verification will be conducted for the candidates who qualify based on the merit list.
10. Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Link will be activated in Last Week of July) | [Click Here (Will be Active)] |
| Official Detailed Notification PDF | [Download Here] |
| Tentative Syllabus | [Click Here] |
| Bihar SSC Official Website | https://bssc.bih.nic.in |
| District-Wise Vacancy List (Old for Reference) | [Download] |
11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for Bihar School Clerk 2025?
Ans. There are 6421 vacancies for the post of Lower Division Clerk (Lipik).
Q2. What is the educational qualification required to apply?
Ans. Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) examination from a recognized board.
Q3. What is the application fee for General male candidates?
Ans. The application fee for General/EWS/BC/EBC male candidates is ₹540/-.
Q4. Who will conduct the recruitment exam?
Ans. The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) will conduct the recruitment examination.
Q5. What is the age limit for SC/ST candidates?
Ans. The upper age limit for SC/ST candidates (both male and female) is 42 years as of 1st August 2025.
Q6. When will the online application start?
Ans. The online application is expected to start in the last week of July 2025.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Ans. The selection will be based on a competitive written examination.
Q8. Where is the job location?
Ans. The job location will be various Government Schools across all districts of Bihar.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is based on the initial details available. Candidates are strongly advised to wait for and thoroughly read the official detailed notification from BSSC on their website bssc.bih.nic.in before applying. All details regarding vacancy distribution, exam pattern, and syllabus are subject to change as per the final official advertisement.
