BSSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2025
The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has set certain eligibility rules for the 4th Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (CGL) 2025. These criteria include age limits, educational qualifications, nationality, and applicable relaxations for reserved categories. Candidates must meet all conditions to be eligible for the recruitment process.
What is the BSSC CGL Eligibility 2025?
To appear for the BSSC CGL 2025 exam, candidates must fulfill the following basic eligibility requirements:
- Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be between 21 and 37 years of age as of 01 August 2025. (Upper age relaxation applies for certain categories.)
- Educational Qualification: Graduation or equivalent degree from a recognized university or institution is mandatory.
BSSC CGL Eligibility Overview
Candidates applying for BSSC CGL 2025 must meet the required eligibility criteria in terms of age, educational qualification, and nationality. Check the complete details below.
| Criteria | Description |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any stream from a recognized university/institution |
| Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025) | 21 to 37 years (upper age relaxations applicable) |
| Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen |
| Reserved Categories | Relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, Women, and Ex-servicemen candidates |
BSSC CGL Age Limit 2025 (As on 01 August 2025)
The minimum age limit for BSSC CGL 2025 is 21 years. However, the maximum age limit varies by category. Here’s the detailed breakdown:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| UR (Male) | 21 Years | 37 Years |
| UR (Female) / BC / EBC (Male & Female) | 21 Years | 40 Years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 21 Years | 42 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 21 Years | +10 Years extra |
| Ex-Servicemen / Government Employees | 21 Years | As per Bihar Govt rules |
Note: Age will be calculated based on the candidate’s date of birth as of 01 August 2025. Proof of age must be provided through a valid government-issued document (e.g., 10th certificate or Aadhaar).
BSSC CGL Educational Qualification 2025
To be eligible for the BSSC CGL exam, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Here are the qualification details:
| Qualification Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Education | Graduate Degree from a recognized university |
| Final Year Students | Not eligible unless the degree is completed by the closing date (19 Sep 2025) |
| Document Requirement | Valid degree certificate or provisional certificate during document verification |
| Mode of Education | Distance or regular mode accepted if recognized by UGC/AICTE |
BSSC CGL Nationality Criteria
To apply for BSSC CGL 2025, a candidate must meet the following nationality conditions:
- Must be a citizen of India.
- Candidates with refugee or migrant status are not eligible unless granted Indian citizenship.
BSSC CGL Reservation Criteria
The BSSC CGL exam provides relaxation in upper age limit and reservation in seats for the following categories:
1. Caste-Based Reservation
Bihar government provides caste-based reservation benefits to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and EBC categories. Valid category certificates are mandatory to claim reservation.
| Category | Reservation & Relaxation Provided |
| SC/ST | Age relaxation of 5 years; reservation in posts |
| BC/EBC | Age relaxation of 3 years; applicable reservation |
| Women Candidates | Relaxation of 3 years in upper age limit |
2. PwBD Reservation
Candidates with 40% or more disability are eligible for reservation under PwBD quota. Types of accepted disabilities include:
- Visual Impairment (VI)
- Hearing Impairment (HI)
- Locomotor Disability (LD)
- Intellectual Disability (ID)
Note: A valid disability certificate issued by a competent authority must be produced during document verification.
FAQs
Ans. Candidates must have a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Ans. The age limit is 21 to 37 years for general male candidates as of 01 August 2025.
Ans. Yes, female candidates from UR, BC, and EBC categories get a 3-year age relaxation (up to 40 years).
Ans. Ex-servicemen will get age relaxation as per Bihar Government rules.
Ans. Candidates must be Indian citizens to be eligible for the exam.
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