1. About BPSC

• Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is the state agency responsible for conducting civil service exams and recruitment for various government posts in Bihar.
• The post of District Statistical Officer/Assistant Director is a technical role under the statistical department.

2. Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 47
• Posts: District Statistical Officer / Assistant Director
• Vacancies may be distributed across various reserved and unreserved categories as per government norms.

3. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• A Master’s degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Economics or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Candidates with a background in relevant fields like Statistics or Economics are preferred.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 21 years
• Maximum age: Usually around 37-40 years (varies; check official notification)
• Age relaxation applicable as per Bihar government rules for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories.

4. Application Process

Step 1: Notification Release

• Official recruitment notification will be published on the BPSC website:
  https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in

Step 2: Online Application

• Register and fill out the online application form through the official portal.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents such as photo, signature, and educational certificates.
• Pay the application fee online as per category.

Step 3: Final Submission

• Review and submit the application form.
• Take a printout of the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.

5. Selection Process

• Preliminary Examination (if applicable): Objective type screening test.
• Main Examination: Written test with descriptive and objective questions related to Statistics, Mathematics, and general studies.
• Interview/Personality Test: Final stage to assess candidate suitability.
• Document Verification: Original documents to be verified for eligible candidates.

6. Exam Pattern & Syllabus

• Prelims: General Studies and Aptitude (if applicable)
• Mains:
  • Statistical methods and applications
  • Mathematics and Quantitative techniques
  • Economic concepts
  • Bihar state-specific general knowledge
  • Current affairs
• Interview: Questions related to the post and general awareness.

7. Salary & Benefits

• Pay scale as per Bihar government pay matrix for Group A technical posts.
• Approximate salary range: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10-12 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix).
• Additional allowances, pension, medical benefits, and career progression as per government rules.

8. Important Dates (Tentative)

9. Preparation Tips

• Understand the syllabus thoroughly and focus on Statistics and Mathematics topics.
• Practice previous years’ BPSC exam papers.
• Stay updated with Bihar state current affairs and general knowledge.
• Develop writing and analytical skills for the main exam.
• Prepare for interview by practicing common questions and communication skills.

10. Official Website and Resources

• BPSC Official Website: https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in
• Download official notification, syllabus, application form, and exam results from the website.