Bihar Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) Recruitment 2025

Advertisement No. 01/2025 for Driver and Office Attendant Posts

Brief Description

The Bihar Legislative Council Secretariat, Patna, invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for direct recruitment to the posts of Driver and Office Attendant. The selection process will vary by post, including a practical driving test and interview for Drivers, and an interview (with a possible written test) for Office Attendants.

Important Dates

Application Start Date 29/09/2025
Application Last Date 20/10/2025
Fee Payment Last Date 22/10/2025

Application Fee

General / OBC / Other State ₹ 300/-
SC / ST / PwD / All Female (Bihar Domicile) ₹ 150/-

Payment Mode: Online only. Fees are non-refundable.

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Vacancy & Pay Scale Details

Post Name
Vacancies
Pay Scale (7th CPC)
Driver
01 (Unreserved)
Pay Level-2 (₹19900 - ₹63200)
Office Attendant
10 (UR-01, EWS-01, EBC-04, SC-04)
Pay Level-1 (₹18000 - ₹56900)

Eligibility Criteria

Driver

  • Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025): Minimum 18 years, Maximum 37 years (General-Male).
  • Qualification: Matriculation (10th) Pass from a recognized board.
  • Essential: Must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (L.M.V.) driving license and have knowledge of traffic regulations.

Office Attendant

  • Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025): Minimum 18 years, Maximum 37 years (General-Male).
  • Qualification: Matriculation (10th) Pass or equivalent.
  • Essential: Must have knowledge of cycling.
  • Essential: Must have working knowledge of both Hindi and English languages.

Selection Process

For Driver Post

  • The selection will be based on a two-stage process.
  • Stage 1: Practical Driving Test (75 Marks) to assess driving skills.
  • Stage 2: Personal Interview (25 Marks).
  • A final merit list will be prepared based on the total marks obtained in both stages.

For Office Attendant Post

  • Selection will be based on a Personal Interview of 100 marks.
  • If a large number of applications are received, the council may conduct a preliminary OMR-based written test to shortlist candidates for the interview.
  • The final merit list will be based on the marks obtained in the interview.

How to Apply

  1. Candidates must apply online through the official Bihar Legislative Council website: https://vidhanparishad.bihar.gov.in.
  2. Follow the link for Advertisement No. 01/2025 to begin the registration process.
  3. Fill in all required details, upload your photograph and signature.
  4. Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
  5. After final submission, take a printout of the application form for your future reference. Do not send any hard copy to the office.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the mode of application for these posts?

The application process is completely online. No other mode, such as printed, typed, or handwritten applications, will be accepted.

2. I am from another state. How much application fee do I need to pay?

Candidates from states other than Bihar, regardless of their category, will be treated as General candidates and will have to pay a fee of ₹300.

3. Will there be a written exam for the Office Attendant post?

The primary selection method is an interview. However, if a large number of applications are received, the council reserves the right to conduct an OMR-based written test to shortlist candidates for the interview.

4. What is the age limit criteria?

The minimum age for all posts is 18 years as of 01/01/2025. The maximum age for a General category male is 37 years, with relaxations applicable for other categories as per Bihar government rules.

5. What are the essential requirements for the Driver post?

Besides being a Matric (10th) pass, you must have a valid Light Motor Vehicle (L.M.V.) driving license and knowledge of traffic regulations.

6. Do I need to send a hard copy of my application form?

No, you do not need to send any hard copy of the application or any other documents to the Bihar Legislative Council office. You should keep a printout for your own records.