The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) conducted the Office Attendant (Karyalay Parichari) exam on May 11, 2025. Now, candidates are eagerly awaiting the BSSC Answer Key 2025, which is likely to be released by 31st May (tentative). Once out, the answer key will be available in PDF format to help candidates verify their responses and estimate scores.
In this article, we’ve covered the expected release date, download process, vacancy details, marking scheme, and the next steps after the answer key, so read on for complete details!
Bihar Office Attendant 2025 Exam Details
The Bihar Office Attendant 2025 exam was conducted on May 11, 2025, in a single shift from 12:00 noon to 2:00 PM. With a total of 3,45,734 candidates registered for the Office Attendant position, the exam was highly competitive.
The examination comprised 100 multiple-choice questions, each carrying 1 mark, with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. Candidates will also be able to access their response sheets to compare their answers with the official answer key. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website for the latest updates and announcements.
BSSC Office Attendant Answer Key 2025
The answer key helps candidates estimate their tentative scores before the result announcement, which is expected in June 2025. While the officials have not confirmed the exact release date for the BSSC Office Attendant Answer Key 2025, it is likely to be released by May 31, 2025, on the official website — onlinebssc.com. This key will be for the exam conducted under the Department of Science and Technology, Bihar. The PDF will contain correct answers for all question paper sets, allowing candidates to cross-check their responses.
| Event | Date | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Attendant Exam | May 11, 2025 | Completed | – |
| Answer Key Release | May 31, 2025 (Tentative) | To be released | Available Soon |
| Response Sheet Release | May 31, 2025 (Tentative) | To be released | Available Soon |
| Result Announcement | June 2025 (Tentative) | To be announced | Available Soon |
Vacancy Distribution for BSSC Office Attendant 2025
The BSSC Office Attendant 2025 recruitment aims to fill approximately 50,000 Karyaly Parichari (कार्यालय परिचारी) posts across various Bihar government departments, as per recent notifications.
| Post | Vacancies (Approx.) | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Office Attendant (कार्यालय परिचारी) | 50,000 | Science & Technology, Others |
Vacancies are distributed with reservations for SC (16%), ST (1%), OBC (27%), EWS (10%), and women (35%), per Bihar government norms. Final vacancy numbers may be confirmed post-result.
How to Download BSSC Office Attendant Answer Key 2025?
Follow these steps to download the BSSC Office Attendant Answer Key 2025:
- Visit onlinebssc.com and go to the “Notice Board” section.
- Click the link for “BSSC Office Attendant Answer Key 2025” under advertisements.
- Select your question paper set (e.g., A, B, C, or D) and download the PDF.
- Log in with your application ID and date of birth to access your response sheet.
- Save and print the answer key for reference.
The answer key and response sheet are expected by May 31, 2025. For issues, contact BSSC at 0612-2227728.
Marking Scheme for BSSC Office Attendant 2025
Understand the marking scheme to calculate your tentative score:
- Total Questions: 100 multiple-choice questions.
- Marks per Question: 1 mark for each correct answer.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Unattempted Questions: No marks awarded or deducted.
- Subjects: General Knowledge, General Mathematics, General Hindi.
Use the formula: Total Score = (Correct Answers × 1) – (Incorrect Answers × 0.25). Compare your responses with the official answer key to estimate your score.
Next Steps After the Release of Bihar Office Attendant Answer Key
Once the answer key is released, BSSC will allow candidates to raise objections in case they are unsatisfied with any response or wish to challenge it for marks correction. Typically, the objection window remains open for 3 to 7 days after the release of the provisional answer key. Candidates are strongly advised to submit their objections within the stipulated timeframe provided by BSSC. Once the window closes, the selection process will proceed as follows:
- Release of Final Answer Key
- Declaration of Result
- Document Verification
- Release of Final Merit List and Appointment Letters
FAQs
While officials have not confirmed a specific date, candidates can expect the answer key to be released by May 31, 2025.
Visit onlinebssc.com, select the answer key link, choose your question paper set, and download the PDF.
Each correct answer earns 1 mark; each wrong answer deducts 0.25 marks.
Yes, through the objection window on onlinebssc.com, expected in early June 2025.
