WBCSSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025: The West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBCSSC) has announced a new job notification for the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST). This test is being held to hire Assistant Teachers for both Secondary (Classes 9–10) and Higher Secondary (Classes 11–12) schools across West Bengal.
This recruitment drive is a big opportunity for people who want to become school teachers in West Bengal. As per the information given, there are around 35,726 teaching positions available.
The online application will start from June 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM, and the last date to apply is July 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
This recruitment process is being held as per the order of the Hon’ble Supreme Court and will depend on the outcome of a few pending review petitions. The full selection procedure will follow the rules given in:
- The West Bengal School Service Commission Act, 1997
- All its latest updates and changes
- The Rules, 2025
- Guidelines from the NCTE and West Bengal Government
Quick Overview of the Recruitment
- Hiring Organization: West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBCSSC)
- Job Location: West Bengal
- Posts Available:
- Assistant Teacher for Secondary Schools (Classes IX-X)
- Assistant Teacher for Higher Secondary Schools (Classes XI-XII)
- Total Vacancies (Estimated): 35,726
If you are someone who wants to work as a school teacher in West Bengal, this is a great chance for you. Don’t miss it!
WBCSSC Assistant Teacher Vacancy 2025
The table below shows the post-wise distribution of vacancies for Assistant Teachers:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Teachers (Classes IX–X / Secondary) | 23,212 |
| Assistant Teachers (Classes XI–XII / Higher Secondary) | 12,514 |
| Total | 35,726 |
WBCSSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025 – Easy Guide to Eligibility & Application
If you want to become an Assistant Teacher through the West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBCSSC) in 2025, you need to follow certain rules. These rules include requirements for nationality, educational qualifications, and age limit. Let’s break it down in a simple way.
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)
1. Nationality
- You must be a citizen of India to apply.
2. Educational Qualifications
For Classes IX & X (Secondary Section):
You must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) or Master’s Degree (Post Graduation) from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in either one.
AND - A B.Ed. degree from any NCTE-approved (National Council for Teacher Education) institute.
OR
- A 4-year integrated degree like B.A.Ed. or B.Sc.Ed. from an NCTE-approved institution is also acceptable.
Note:
- Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC) will get 5% marks relaxation.
- Your required qualifications must be completed before the last date of online application.
For Classes XI & XII (Higher Secondary Section):
You must have:
- A Postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks from a recognized university, plus a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institute.
OR
- A Postgraduate degree with 50% marks, plus a 4-year B.A.Ed or B.Sc.Ed. from any NCTE-approved institution.
Note:
- Reserved category applicants will also get 5% relaxation in marks.
- All qualifications must be completed before the online application deadline.
3. Age Limit (As of 1st January 2025)
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 40 years
Age Relaxation (For Reserved Categories):
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST (Scheduled Caste/Tribe) | 5 years |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | 3 years |
| Physically Handicapped (PH) | 8 years |
| As per Supreme Court Order (dated 03.04.25) | Applicable |
Important:
If someone belongs to more than one reserved category, only the most beneficial age relaxation will be given.
Important Dates for WBCSSC SLST 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | May 30, 2025 |
| Online Application Begins | June 16, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Online Application Ends | July 14, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | July 14, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Written Examination (Tentative) | 1st Week of September 2025 |
| Written Test Result (Tentative) | 4th Week of October 2025 |
| Interview Dates (Tentative) | 1st to 3rd Week of November |
| Final Panel Published (Tentative) | November 24, 2025 |
| Counselling Starts (Tentative) | November 29, 2025 |
💰 Salary & Benefits
The selected candidates will receive a salary as per West Bengal State Government rules. This includes:
- Good pay scale
- Job security
- Allowances and benefits as per government norms
Selection Process – Step by Step
1. Written Exam
- Will be held in early September 2025 (tentative).
- Admit cards will be available for download from the official WBCSSC website.
2. Interview
- Candidates who pass the written test will be called for an interview.
- Interviews are expected to happen between the 1st and 3rd week of November 2025.
3. Final Panel & Counselling
- Based on the written test and interview performance, a final list (panel) of selected candidates will be published on November 24, 2025 (tentative).
- Counselling will start from November 29, 2025.
- The final panel and the waiting list will be valid for 1 year only.
- Candidates will only be considered for the post they applied for, not for any other post or vacancy.
4. Document Verification
- The Commission may verify the candidate’s documents at any stage, up to the final counselling.
- The appointing authority will also check the original documents before giving the final appointment.
How to Apply – Online Application Process
You can only apply online. No offline applications are accepted.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Visit the official website of WBCSSC – https://www.westbengalssc.com/
- Click on the link for “2nd State Level Selection Test for Recruitment of Assistant Teachers, 2025.”
- Carefully read the full notification and the Information Brochure (which will be available before application opens).
- Register yourself and start filling out the application form.
- Make sure your name, parents’ names, and date of birth match your certificate (e.g., Madhyamik certificate).
- Upload scanned copies of all required documents.
- Make sure the files are in the correct format and size as mentioned.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Once everything is done, submit the application form carefully.
- Important: After submission, you cannot make any changes.
- Take a printout of your submitted application form for future use.
Application Fee Details
- Candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories must pay an application fee of ₹500.
- Those from SC, ST, or Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories need to pay ₹200 only.
Important Links
- Download the Official Notification (PDF): [Click here]
- Apply Online (Application form will be live from June 16, 2025): [Apply Now]
- 🌐 Visit the Official Website for updates and more information: [Go to Website]
