Organization: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Post Name: Special School Teacher (Class 1 to 5 & Class 6 to 8)
Advt No.: 27/2024 and 42/2025
Total Posts: 7279
Official Website: bpsc.bih.nic.in | bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 02 July 2025
- Online Application Last Date: 28 July 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 28 July 2025
- Exam Date: To Be Announced (Expected Nov–Dec 2025)
- Admit Card: Before Exam
- Result Date: Will Be Updated Soon
Vacancy Details
- Special School Teacher (Class 1–5): 5534 Posts
- Special School Teacher (Class 6–8): 1745 Posts
Salary
- Class 1–5: ₹25,000/- per month
- Class 6–8: ₹28,000/- per month
Eligibility Criteria (As on 01 August 2025)
- Citizenship: Must be a citizen of India
- BSSTET 2023 Qualified:
- Paper-I for Class 1–5
- Paper-II for Class 6–8
- RCI Registration: Valid CRR number issued by Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
For Class 1–5 (Basic Grade)
- Higher Secondary (10+2) with minimum 50% marks
- D.El.Ed in Special Education or equivalent Diploma from RCI-recognized institution with valid CRR number
- Six months of cross-disability training
For Class 6–8 (Graduate Grade)
- Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks
- B.Ed in Special Education or equivalent from RCI-recognized institution with valid CRR number
- Six months of cross-disability training
Qualification Relaxation:
- SC/ST/EBC/BC/PwD candidates get 5% relaxation in minimum qualification
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age:
- UR Male: 37 Years
- UR Female / BC / EBC: 40 Years
- SC / ST (Male & Female): 42 Years
Additional Age Relaxation:
- 10 years for BSSTET 2023 qualified candidates (1st recruitment only, as on 01 August 2023)
- No upper age limit for eligible Panchayati Raj / Urban Local Body teachers
- 5 years for regular Bihar Govt. employees (max 5 attempts)
- 10 years for PwD (Divyang) candidates
- 3 years + service period for ex-servicemen (max age: 57 years)
Application Fee
- General / OBC / Other State: ₹750
- SC / ST / PH / Female (Bihar): ₹200
- PwD (40%+ disability): ₹200
- Biometric Fee: ₹200 per category if Aadhaar not submitted
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective Type – OMR Based)
- No Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Exam (if required)
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
For Class 1–5
- Part-I: Language (Qualifying) – 30 Questions
- English (compulsory) + Hindi/Urdu/Bengali
- Minimum 30% required to qualify
- Part-II: General Studies – 120 Questions
- Topics: Elementary Mathematics, Mental Ability, General Awareness, Science, Social Science, Indian Movement, Geography, Environment
- Total: 150 Questions | 150 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
- No Negative Marking
- Syllabus Level: Based on SCERT/NCERT
For Class 6–8
- Part-I: Language (Qualifying) – 30 Questions
- Part-II: General Studies – 40 Questions
- Topics: Elementary Mathematics, Awareness, Science, Indian Movement, Geography
- Part-III: Subject Paper – 80 Questions
- Subjects: Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit, English, Mathematics & Science, Social Science
- Social Science Candidates must choose:
- Section-I: History or Geography
- Section-II: Political Science or Economics
- Total: 150 Questions | 150 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
- No Negative Marking
- Syllabus Level: SCERT/NCERT-based
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General: 40%
- BC: 36.5%
- EBC: 34%
- SC / ST / Women / PwD: 32%
Candidates not meeting minimum marks will be disqualified
Re-evaluation: Not permitted
Merit List Criteria
- Class 1–5: Based on General Studies marks (Part-II)
- Tie Break: Language (Part-I) → Age → Devanagari Alphabetical Order
- Class 6–8: Based on General Studies + Subject Paper (Part-II + III)
- Tie Break: Subject Paper (Part-III) → Language (Part-I) → Age → Devanagari Alphabetical Order
Additional Instructions
- Maximum 5 exam attempts allowed
- All certificates (including BSSTET) must be issued on or before 28 July 2025
- Certificates issued after the deadline will not be accepted
How to Fill Bihar BPSC Special School Teacher Online Form 2025
- Candidates interested in the Bihar BPSC Special School Teacher posts must apply online before 28 July 2025.
- To apply, use the Apply Online link provided in the Useful Links section below.
- You may also visit the official website of BPSC at bpsc.bih.nic.in to complete the online application process.
- Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline 28 July 2025.
Documents Required While Filling the Online Form
Photo
- Recent passport-size colored photograph
- Background must be white or light-colored
Signature
- Clear signature on white paper using black or blue ink
Educational Certificates
- Must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized board
- Higher qualification is acceptable with valid documents
- Refer to official notification for complete eligibility details
Caste Certificate
- Required for candidates belonging to reserved categories
Aadhaar Card or Other ID Proof
- Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or any other valid government-issued ID
Domicile Certificate
- Residence proof is mandatory for candidates from Bihar
Income Certificate
- Required for applicants under the EWS (Economically Weaker Section) category
Other Relevant Certificates
- PH (Physically Handicapped), Ex-Servicemen, or any special category-related documents (if applicable)
Mode of Selection
- Written Examination
- Document Verification (DV)
Useful Links