Bihar Vidhan Sabha Sachivalaya JSA & Office Attendant Online Form 2026

The Bihar Vidhan Sabha Sachivalaya invites applications for Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Office Attendant positions for 2026. This recruitment is conducted by the Bihar Legislative Assembly Secretariat to fill vacancies in its administrative and support staff cadre. Selected candidates will be posted at the Bihar Vidhan Sabha premises in Patna and will assist in day-to-day secretariat operations, documentation, record-keeping, and general office maintenance. The JSA role involves clerical and administrative support work, while Office Attendants handle housekeeping, dispatch, and general assistance duties. This is a state government service position offering job security and regular government benefits under Bihar state service rules.

Important Dates

Note: Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website of Bihar Vidhan Sabha Sachivalaya for updates on exact dates.

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Note: The vacancy distribution is subject to change as per government reservation policy. Separate vacancies may be notified for JSA and Office Attendant positions.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA):

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• Computer proficiency with knowledge of MS Office applications
• Hindi and English language proficiency
• Typing speed: 30 words per minute in English or Hindi on computer

For Office Attendant:

• Class 10th pass from a recognized board
• Basic knowledge of office procedures
• Physical fitness for duties involving standing and movement

Age Limit

Age calculation date: Age will be calculated as on January 1, 2026.

Nationality

• Candidates must be Indian citizens
• Preference given to residents of Bihar (domicile certificate may be required)

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official Bihar Vidhan Sabha Sachivalaya website or designated recruitment portal
2. New Registration: Click on 'New Registration' and provide basic details (name, email, mobile number) to generate Registration ID and Password
3. Login: Use Registration ID and Password to login to the application portal
4. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections including personal details, educational qualifications, experience (if any), category, and contact information
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph (50 KB, JPG format), signature (20 KB), and relevant certificates as specified
6. Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee through online mode (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
7. Submit Application: Review all details carefully and click 'Final Submit'
8. Take Printout: Download and save the application form confirmation page for future reference

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

Note: Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination (Objective Type): Computer-based test covering General Knowledge, General Science, Mathematics, Reasoning Ability, Hindi and English language comprehension. This is the primary screening stage with marks determining merit list ranking.

1. Typing/Skill Test (For JSA only): Candidates qualifying the written exam will be called for typing test to assess speed and accuracy in Hindi or English typing on computer. Minimum qualifying speed is 30 words per minute.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification with original certificates including educational qualifications, caste certificate, domicile certificate, age proof, and other relevant documents.

1. Medical Examination: Final selected candidates will undergo medical fitness examination by authorized medical board to ensure physical and mental fitness for the post.

1. Final Merit List: Based on combined performance in written exam, typing test (for JSA), and verification of documents, the final merit list will be prepared and appointments will be issued accordingly.

Examination Pattern

Written Examination (For JSA and Office Attendant)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) / Online

Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks: General/EWS: 40%, OBC: 36%, SC/ST: 32%

Typing/Skill Test (For JSA only)

Note: Candidates can choose either English or Hindi typing test. This is qualifying in nature and marks are not added to final merit.

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History: Freedom struggle, major movements, important personalities
• Indian Geography: Physical features, rivers, mountains, climate, resources
• Bihar specific GK: History, culture, famous personalities, geography, economy
• Indian Polity: Constitution, fundamental rights and duties, Parliament, judiciary
• Indian Economy: Basic economic concepts, budget, banking, financial institutions
• Current Affairs: National and international events of past 6-12 months
• Important days, awards, sports events
• Government schemes and initiatives

General Science

• Physics: Basic concepts, units, motion, force, energy, electricity, light, sound
• Chemistry: Elements, compounds, acids and bases, metals and non-metals, chemical reactions
• Biology: Human body systems, diseases, nutrition, plant biology, environment
• Environmental Science: Pollution, conservation, climate change, biodiversity
• Scientific inventions and discoveries
• Basic computer knowledge and technology awareness

Mathematics

• Number System: HCF, LCM, fractions, decimals, percentages
• Arithmetic: Average, ratio and proportion, profit and loss, simple and compound interest
• Algebra: Basic equations, simplification
• Geometry: Lines, angles, triangles, circles, mensuration
• Data Interpretation: Tables, bar graphs, pie charts
• Time and Work, Time and Distance problems

Reasoning Ability

• Verbal Reasoning: Analogies, classification, series completion, coding-decoding
• Non-Verbal Reasoning: Pattern recognition, figure classification, series, mirror images
• Logical Reasoning: Syllogism, statement and assumptions, cause and effect
• Analytical Reasoning: Puzzles, seating arrangements, blood relations
• Decision making and problem solving

Hindi Language

• व्याकरण: संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, काल
• समास, संधि, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची, विलोम शब्द, मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण, रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति
• अपठित गद्यांश और बोधन

English Language

• Grammar: Tenses, articles, prepositions, conjunctions, voice, narration
• Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, one word substitution, idioms and phrases
• Sentence correction and error detection
• Fill in the blanks, sentence rearrangement
• Reading comprehension passages

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

For Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)

For Office Attendant

Other Benefits: Medical facilities, Pension under National Pension Scheme (NPS), Leave Travel Concession (LTC), festival advances, and other allowances as per Bihar government rules.

Career progression in Bihar Vidhan Sabha Sachivalaya follows structured departmental promotion policies. Junior Secretariat Assistants can be promoted to Senior Assistant, Personal Assistant, and eventually to Section Officer and Under Secretary positions based on seniority, performance appraisals, and departmental examinations. Office Attendants may be promoted to Senior Office Attendant and supervisory roles over time. Regular training programs and skill development opportunities are provided for career advancement.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released on the official website approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled exam date. Candidates must download their admit cards by logging into the application portal using their Registration ID and Password. The admit card contains important details including exam date, time, venue, roll number, and instructions. No physical admit cards will be sent by post. Candidates must carry the admit card along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

The written examination result will be declared within 45-60 days after the exam is conducted. Results will be published on the official Bihar Vidhan Sabha Sachivalaya website. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number or registration details. The result will display marks obtained, category-wise cut-off marks, and qualifying status. Shortlisted candidates will be called for typing test (for JSA) and document verification through separate notifications on the website.

Expected cutoff marks vary based on exam difficulty level and number of candidates. For JSA posts, typical cutoff ranges are: General/EWS: 95-105 marks (out of 160), OBC: 85-95 marks, SC/ST: 75-85 marks. For Office Attendant posts, cutoffs are generally 5-10 marks lower. These are indicative figures based on similar Bihar government recruitments. Actual cutoffs depend on vacancy count, number of applicants, and overall exam performance. Category-wise cutoffs ensure reservation benefits are properly implemented.

Examination Centres

The written examination will be conducted across multiple cities in Bihar and select major cities in neighbouring states:

Within Bihar: Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Purnia, Arrah, Begusarai, Katihar, Munger, Chapra, Saharsa, Sasaram, Hajipur, Dehri, Bettiah, Motihari, Samastipur

Outside Bihar (Limited Centres): Ranchi (Jharkhand), Kolkata (West Bengal), Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Siliguri (West Bengal)

Note: Candidates can choose their preferred exam centre during application. However, the final allotment depends on availability and the department reserves the right to add/delete centres or change the venue at its discretion.