Bihar BSSC Senior Scientist Assistant (SSA) Recruitment 2022 Overview

The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has officially released the admit cards for the Office Attendant Mains Examination 2026 under the Senior Scientist Assistant (SSA) Recruitment 2022 cycle. This recruitment, advertised under notification number 02/2022, aims to fill 100 prestigious vacancies within the state's scientific departments. Candidates who successfully cleared the preliminary screening or are shortlisted for the Mains stage can now access their hall tickets to participate in the upcoming examination scheduled for late May 2026.

Exam Schedule and Eligibility Criteria

The Bihar Senior Scientist Assistant competitive exam is a specialized recruitment drive requiring candidates to possess either a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in relevant trades or scientific disciplines from a recognized Indian university. As per the latest update, the Office Attendant Mains Exam is slated for May 26, 2026, with admit cards made available on May 14, 2026. Applicants must adhere to the age limits set as of January 1, 2022, ranging from 21 to 37 years for males and up to 40 years for females, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories as per Bihar government norms.

Application and Selection Process

The recruitment process initially began in November 2022, attracting thousands of science graduates and postgraduates. The selection procedure typically involves a written examination followed by document verification. The application fee was structured at ₹540 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, while SC, ST, and PH candidates paid a reduced fee of ₹135. Candidates are advised to download the official notice and result PDFs provided by BSSC to confirm their eligibility for the Mains phase before proceeding to the examination center with a printed copy of their admit card and valid ID proof.