Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the BSSC CGL exam structure, eligibility requirements, rules, and timelines.
The Preliminary exam has 150 objective questions worth 600 marks (4 marks per correct answer), attempted in 2 hours 15 minutes. It is qualifying only — the Mains exam decides final merit.
Yes — 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Mains has two papers: Paper I is a 100-question, 400-mark Hindi language paper, and Paper II has three sections with a pattern similar to the Prelims. Candidates need at least 30% in Paper I to be considered.
A graduation degree from a recognised university. Age must be 21-37 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Assistant Section Officer, Planning Assistant, Junior Statistical Assistant, Data Entry Operator and Auditor posts across Bihar government departments.
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