What is the BSSC Inter Level exam pattern?

The BSSC Inter Level CBT has 100 MCQ questions to be completed in 90 minutes. The four sections are General Knowledge & Current Affairs, Hindi Language, General Mathematics, and Science & Technology. Each correct answer earns 1 mark; 1/5 mark is deducted for wrong answers. Candidates who have passed Class XII (10+2) from any recognized board are eligible. The exam recruits for clerical and lower administrative posts in Bihar government.

What posts are filled through BSSC Inter Level?

BSSC Inter Level fills Group C posts including Revenue Worker (Rajaswa Karmachari), Clerk, Panchayat Secretary (at inter level), Steno-Typist (with typing test), Circle Inspector (Revenue), and similar positions across Bihar government departments. Posts are in various departments including Revenue and Land Reforms, Rural Development, Health, and Education. The salary is as per 7th Pay Commission Bihar grade.

What Bihar-specific GK topics are important for BSSC Inter Level?

Bihar GK topics include ancient Bihar history (Magadh Empire, Nalanda University, Bodh Gaya), medieval period (Sher Shah Suri), freedom movement (Champaran Satyagraha, Quit India), Bihar geography (Ganga-Gandak plains, Son river, Kaimur range), cultural festivals (Chhath Puja, Sonepur Mela), major industries (sugar, jute), and state government schemes like Bihar Student Credit Card and Har Ghar Bijli Har Ghar Nal.

How important is the Hindi Language section for BSSC Inter Level?

Hindi Language is a very important section in BSSC Inter Level since all official work in Bihar government is primarily in Hindi. The section tests grammar (sandhi, samasa, karak, vibhakti, kaal), vocabulary (muhavare, lokoktiyan, antonyms, synonyms), reading comprehension, and letter/report writing ability. Candidates should prepare from standard Hindi grammar books and NCERT Hindi textbooks for Class IX–X.

What is the role of Science & Technology in BSSC Inter Level?

The Science & Technology section in BSSC Inter Level covers Basic Physics (laws of motion, electricity, light), Chemistry (periodic table, acids/bases, chemical reactions), Biology (human body systems, diseases, nutrition), and technology current affairs (space missions, IT innovations in Bihar). The difficulty is at Class X NCERT level. ISRO missions, digital India initiatives, and Bihar's technology programmes are frequently asked in current affairs science questions.

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BSSC Inter Level Preparation Guide

Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for BSSC Inter Level 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks100

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Online (CBT)

Frequency

Annual

Next Exam Date

March 2027

EEligibility Criteria

Class XII (10+2) pass from a recognized board; age 18–37 years for unreserved

ANumber of Attempts

No restriction; standard age relaxation for reserved categories

Study Plan by Subject

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Hindi Language

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Mathematics

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Science & Technology

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Study Bihar history from Magadh Empire to Champaran Satyagraha and post-independence development; focus on recent Bihar government schemes and infrastructure developments under current administration.

For Hindi Language, revise sandhi, samasa, kaal, karak, and muhavare/lokoktiyan from standard Class IX–X Hindi textbooks and practice error-correction exercises from BSSC previous papers.

For Mathematics, revise Percentages, SI/CI, Ratio & Proportion, Time-Speed-Distance, and Data Interpretation at Class X level; since there is 1/5 negative marking, attempt only high-confidence questions.

Science revision should focus on NCERT Class IX–X Physics, Chemistry, and Biology — especially electricity, chemical bonding, human digestive and circulatory systems, and common diseases prevalent in Bihar.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Knowledge & Current Affairs	25	25	23 min
Hindi Language	25	25	23 min
General Mathematics	25	25	23 min
Science & Technology	25	25	23 min
Total	100	100	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

November 2026

Next Exam Date

March 2027

Conducted By

Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC)

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