Bihar PSC Announces Massive Assistant Engineer Recruitment Drive for 2025

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2025, seeking eligible Indian citizens to fill a substantial number of 1024 government job vacancies for the position of Assistant Engineer across various departments within the Government of Bihar. This recruitment, advertised under Advertisement Nos. 29-30-31/2025, presents a golden opportunity for engineering graduates looking to serve the state.

Significant Vacancies Across Engineering Disciplines

The BPSC is looking to recruit Assistant Engineers in multiple specializations, with a significant emphasis on Civil Engineering, which accounts for a large majority of the openings with 984 available positions. In addition to Civil Engineering, there are also 36 vacancies for Assistant Engineers (Mechanical) and 4 vacancies for Assistant Engineers (Electrical). This diverse range of openings caters to graduates from various engineering backgrounds.

Eligibility Criteria: Age, Qualification, and Pay Scale

Candidates aspiring for these Assistant Engineer positions must meet specific eligibility criteria. The age limit for applicants is set between 18 and 37 years as of August 1, 2024. It’s important to note that age relaxations are applicable to female candidates, individuals belonging to SC/ST/PWD/EWS/BC categories, as per the prevailing rules and regulations of the Bihar Government. Successful candidates will be placed in Pay Level-9, which corresponds to a pre-revised pay scale of ₹9300-34800 with a Grade Pay of ₹5400/-. This attractive pay scale is accompanied by all other allowances as sanctioned by the Bihar Government. In terms of educational qualification, applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in the relevant discipline (Civil Engineering/Mechanical/Electrical) or an equivalent engineering degree from a recognized University or Institute.

Application Fee and Biometric Requirement

Interested candidates will need to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹750/-. However, there is a significant concession for candidates belonging to reserved categories and women who are residents of Bihar state, for whom the application fee is ₹200/-. Additionally, all applicants are required to pay a mandatory biometric fee of ₹200/- for each post they apply for. The payment of these fees must be completed online during the application process.

Selection Process: Written Examination

The selection process for the Assistant Engineer positions will be based entirely on a written examination. This examination will be objective type and will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ). Candidates will be evaluated based on their performance in this written test. The BPSC will release the syllabus and other details related to the examination on their official website.

How to Apply: Online Application Process and Important Dates

Eligible and interested candidates are required to submit their applications online through the official website of the Bihar Public Service Commission. The online application window will be open from April 30, 2025, to May 28, 2025. It is crucial for candidates to adhere to this timeline as applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered. The prescribed format for the online application will be available on the BPSC website.

Accessing Detailed Information and Application Portal

For comprehensive details regarding this recruitment, including the syllabus for the written examination and other relevant information, candidates are advised to visit the official BPSC website at https://bpsc.bih.nic.in. The online application form and the portal for submitting the application can be accessed through the following link: https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in/candidate/login. Candidates are strongly encouraged to thoroughly review the detailed notification and instructions available on the BPSC website before proceeding with the online application process. This recruitment drive presents a significant opportunity for qualified engineers to secure stable and rewarding government jobs in Bihar.