West Bengal Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025: The West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBSSC) invites applications for the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST) for recruitment of Assistant Teachers for Classes IX-X (Secondary) and Classes XI-XII (Higher Secondary) in Government Aided/Sponsored Schools of West Bengal. There are a total of 35,726 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply for this post from 16th June to 14th July. The written examination may be held in the first week of September. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website westbengalssc.com. It is advisable for all eligible and interested candidates to read the official notification carefully.
West Bengal Assistant Teacher (SLST) Recruitment 2025
WBSSC SLST Notification - Important Dates
Event | Date |
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Online Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (5 PM) |
Online Application End Date | 14 July 2025 (5 PM) |
Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 July 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Tentative Written Exam Date | 1st Week of September 2025 |
Tentative Result Publication | 4th Week of October 2025 |
Interview Period | 1st-3rd Week of November 2025 |
Panel Publication | 24 November 2025 |
Counselling Commencement | 29 November 2025 |
West Bengal Assistant Teacher - Vacancy Details
Post Name | Details |
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Assistant Teachers (Classes IX & X) | 23212 |
Assistant Teachers (Classes XI & XII) | 12514 |
Note: Exact vacancy numbers will be published on the official website. Male candidates are not eligible for appointment in girls' schools.
WBSSC SLST Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian Citizens only
- Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2025):
- Minimum 21 years, Maximum 40 years
- Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 8 years for PH
- Educational Qualification:
- For Classes IX-X:
- Graduate/Post Graduate with 50% marks + B.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution
- OR 4-year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed from NCTE recognized institution
- For Classes XI-XII:
- Post Graduate with 50% marks + B.Ed. from NCTE recognized institution
- OR Post Graduate with 50% marks + B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed from NCTE recognized institution
- 5% relaxation in marks for reserved categories
- For Classes IX-X:
- Medium of Instruction: Bengali/English/Hindi/Nepali/Oriya/Santhali/Telugu/Urdu
WBSSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment - Selection Process
- Written Examination:
- OMR based test
- Question papers in English and Bengali (except language papers)
- Evaluation of Qualifications: Academic score assessment
- Oral Interview: For shortlisted candidates
- Lecture Demonstration: Teaching skill evaluation
- Merit List Preparation: Subject-wise, medium-wise, gender-wise and category-wise
- Panel Publication: Based on vacancies and waiting list
Application Fee for West Bengal Assistant Teacher Recruitment
Post Name | General/OBC | SC/ST/PH |
---|---|---|
AT (IX & X / SECONDARY) | ₹500/- | ₹200/- |
AT (XI & XII / HIGHER SECONDARY) | ₹500/- | ₹200/- |
Note: Bank/other payment-related charges may apply.
West Bengal Assistant Teacher Recruitment - How to Apply
- Application Mode: Online only at westbengalssc.com
- Steps:
- Visit the official website during application period
- Fill all mandatory details in the online form
- Make payment of applicable fees
- Submit the application carefully (no changes allowed after submission)
- Important Notes:
- Name, Father's/Mother's name & DOB must match Madhyamik Certificate
- Only qualifications obtained before last date of application will be considered
- Reserved category certificates must be issued by West Bengal Government
- Candidates from other states must apply as General candidates
- No TA/DA will be paid for examination/interview
West Bengal Assistant Teacher Recruitment - Important Links
Official Website | Visit |
Official Notification | Download |
WBSSC Assistant Teacher(IX-X) Vacanacy | Download |
WBSSC Assistant Teacher(XI-XII) Vacancy | Download |
Application Portal | Activate Soon |
Additional Notes
- The selection process is subject to outcome of pending review petitions in Supreme Court
- Commission reserves right to cancel/amend the selection process at any time
- Panel and waiting list validity: 1 year from first counselling date
- No recommendation against un-notified vacancies
- Helpline numbers will be notified on website before application commencement
- Admit cards will be available for download at least 7 days before exam