The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially updated the examination schedule for the much-anticipated Assistant Education Development Officer recruitment under Advertisement No. 87/2025. Originally slated for mid-January 2026, the competitive written examination for 935 Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) vacancies has been rescheduled. Aspirants preparing for this prestigious career path should take note of the new timelines, exam patterns, and preparation guidelines outlined in the official notification released on 29th December 2025.
Bihar AEDO Vacancy 2025 Overview
For candidates tracking the details, the Commission has organized recruitment parameters under rigorous standards. You can review the official details on the Official BPSC website notice reference. Further documentation and notifications can be checked via the Official BPSC AEDO Notification 2025 PDF (Advertisement No. 87/2025).
| Bihar AEDO Vacancy 2025- Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | AEDO |
| AEDO Full Form | Assistant Education Development Officer (सहायक शिक्षा विकास अधिकारी) |
| Vacancy | 935 |
| Advt. No. | 87/2025 |
| BPSC AEDO Exam Date 2025 | 14th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 20th and 21st April 2026. |
| Selection Process | Written Exam and Document Verification |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation |
| Age Limit (as on 01/05/2025) | 21 to 37 years |
| Salary | Pay Level 5 (Rs. 29,200/-) |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in/ |
Revised BPSC AEDO Exam Schedule & Important Dates
The competitive examination will now span across multiple days in April 2026. Applicants must keep track of the BPSC AEDO Admit Card 2026 release dates as they approach the examination window.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification release date | 22nd August 2025 |
| Apply Online Dates (Reopen) | 5th to 12th December 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 12th December 2025 |
| BPSC AEDO Admit Card 2026 | 3rd April 2026 |
| BPSC AEDO Exam Date 2025 | 14th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 20th and 21st April 2026. |
Vacancy Breakdown & Category Distribution
Out of the 935 total vacancies, a substantial allocation is reserved for female candidates across diverse categories. Furthermore, BPSC is expected to release an additional 568 vacancies for the Education Development Officer (EDO) cadre shortly.
| Category | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Males | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 374 | 243 | 131 |
| EWS | 93 | 60 | 33 |
| SC | 150 | 97 | 53 |
| ST | 10 | 06 | 04 |
| EBC | 168 | 109 | 59 |
| BC | 112 | 73 | 39 |
| Women from BC | 28 | — | 28 |
| Total | 935 | 588 | 319 |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university. The base age criteria requires individuals to be between 21 and 37 years as of 01/05/2025, with category-specific relaxations provided below.
| Category | Upper Age |
|---|---|
| UR | 37 years |
| OBC/ EBC | 40 years |
| SC | 42 years |
| ST | 42 years |
Application Fees & Biometric Requirements
The application fee is standardized across categories, but note the biometric condition:
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Rs. 100/- |
| Biometric Fee (if Aadhaar used) Candidates using an Aadhaar Number as ID during online application must pay this additional fee |
Rs. 200/- |
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Structure
The selection exam consists of three distinct papers. Each paper is designed around 100 MCQ-based questions for 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours per paper. Negative marking applies: 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer, while 1 mark is awarded for a correct answer. The general language paper is qualifying in nature with a minimum requirement of 30% marks. For deeper insights, you can View BPSC AEDO Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2025 and Access BPSC AEDO Previous Year Papers.
| Subject | Total No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Language (General English – 30 General Hindi – 70) |
100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| General Aptitude | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| BPSC AEDO Syllabus 2025 |
|---|
| General Language Part 1 – General English Part 2 – General Hindi |
| General Studies |
| General Aptitude |
Salary Structure & Remuneration
Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of Rs. 29,200/- per month under Pay Level 5. You can Check Detailed BPSC AEDO Salary Structure to learn about allowances and benefits.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) | Pay Level 5 | Rs. 29,200/- |
How to Apply for BPSC AEDO Vacancy 2025
Candidates who completed registrations during the reopen window can reference these procedural steps for portal navigation:
- Visit the official website of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) at https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in/.
- On the homepage, click on “Online Applications,” and a new page with URL BPSC AEDO Online Application Portal (Closed) opens on the screen.
- Create New Registration (One Time Registration) if you are applying for the first time at the BPSC website, else log in with your Registered Email/Mobile/Username and Password.
- Now search for “Apply Online for AEDO Recruitment 2025” and start with the application form filling process.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required communication details.
- Now attach all the documents in the required size and pay the application fee.
- Submit and save the application forms for future reference.
Next Steps After Schedule Revision
With the exam dates locked for April 2026, candidates should focus on intensive revision of General Studies, Aptitude, and Language papers. Ensure your travel arrangements are planned well in advance once exam centers are announced. Keep track of the Official BPSC website for further updates on admit cards and check out the Official BPSC portal where Advertisement No. 87/2025 is published.
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