Bihar Vidhan Sabha Sachivalaya (Bihar Legislative Assembly Secretariat), Patna is inviting online applications for recruitment to 15 Junior Secretariat Assistant posts under Advertisement No. 01/2026. The online application window opens on 07 November 2026 at 11:00 AM and closes on 06 December 2026. Eligible candidates must apply online before the deadline.
Overview
This recruitment drive aims to fill Junior Secretariat Assistant positions in the Bihar Legislative Assembly Secretariat at Patna. The vacancy is provisional, with 4 positions reserved for women applicants across all categories. The job is located in Patna and offers a structured career in the state legislative body. Candidates must qualify a competitive written examination to be considered for selection.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration and online application start | 07 November 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Last date for online application | 06 December 2026 |
| Last date for examination fee payment | 06 December 2026 |
| Competitive examination schedule | To be published on Bihar Vidhan Sabha website |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| EBC, BC, EWS and Unreserved men (Bihar residents); all candidates from outside Bihar | ₹600 |
| SC, ST and 40%+ disabled candidates (Bihar residents); women of all categories (Bihar residents) | ₹150 |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Total Posts | Posts for Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 7 | 1 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 4 | 1 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 2 | 1 |
| Total | 15 | 4 |
Eligibility
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years. Maximum age varies by category: 37 years for General (Unreserved) men; 40 years for General women, BC, and EBC candidates (men and women); 42 years for SC and ST candidates (men and women). Age relaxation of up to 5 years is available for regularly appointed Bihar government servants (if maximum 5 attempts not used). Persons with disabilities receive 10 years extra relaxation. Ex-servicemen receive 3 years plus service period (if actual age on application date does not exceed 57 years).
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 10+2 (senior secondary) or equivalent examination.
Selection Process: Selection is based on a competitive written examination of 2 hours duration, comprising 100 questions worth 400 marks. The exam tests General Studies (50 questions, 200 marks), General Science and Mathematics (20 questions, 80 marks), and Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning (30 questions, 120 marks). Qualifying marks vary by category: 40% for General, 36.5% for BC, 34% for EBC, and 32% for SC/ST, women, and persons with disabilities.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Bihar Vidhan Sabha website from 07 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number on the recruitment portal.
- Carefully fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category information.
- Upload required documents including passport-size photograph, signature, and educational certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online as per your category and domicile status.
- Submit the completed application form before 06 December 2026.
- Keep the confirmation receipt and application number for future reference and exam-related updates.
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level-2 with a salary range of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month, plus other admissible allowances as per Bihar government rules and regulations.
Important Links
- Apply Online (Registration opens 07 November 2026 at 11:00 AM)
- Official Notification PDF (Advertisement No. 01/2026)
- Bihar Vidhan Sabha Official Website – for exam schedule and updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does the application window open and close?
A: Online registration opens on 07 November 2026 at 11:00 AM. The last date to apply and pay the examination fee is 06 December 2026.
Q: What is the application fee structure?
A: Candidates from EBC, BC, EWS, Unreserved men (Bihar residents), and all candidates from outside Bihar pay ₹600. SC, ST, 40%+ disabled candidates, and women of all categories (all Bihar residents) pay ₹150.
Q: How many vacancies are available?
A: A total of 15 Junior Secretariat Assistant posts are available (provisional), distributed as: Unreserved (7), SC (4), EWS (2), and EBC (2). Of these, 4 posts are reserved for women.
Q: What is the age eligibility?
A: Minimum age is 18 years. Maximum age is 37 years for General men, 40 years for General women and BC/EBC candidates, and 42 years for SC/ST candidates. Age relaxation is available for government servants, persons with disabilities, and ex-servicemen as per the notification.
Q: What subjects are included in the examination?
A: The 2-hour written exam contains 100 questions (400 marks total): General Studies (50 questions, 200 marks), General Science and Mathematics (20 questions, 80 marks), and Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning (30 questions, 120 marks). Each question carries 4 marks.
Q: What is the salary offered?
A: Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level-2 with a salary range of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month, plus admissible allowances as per government rules.
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all details, including eligibility, dates, and application procedures, on the official Bihar Vidhan Sabha website before applying.