The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) has officially released the notification for the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST) 2025, announcing the recruitment of 35,726 Assistant Teachers for Secondary (Classes IX–X) and Higher Secondary (Classes XI–XII) schools across West Bengal.
📌 Key Highlights of WBSSC SLST Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025
- Total Vacancies: 35,726
- Assistant Teachers for Classes IX–X: 23,212 posts
- Assistant Teachers for Classes XI–XII: 12,514 posts
Application Period:
- Start Date: June 16, 2025 (from 5:00 PM)
- End Date: July 14, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: July 14, 2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
- Application Mode: Online via westbengalssc.com
Application Fees:
- General/OBC: ₹500
- SC/ST/PH: ₹200
- Payment Methods: Online (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card) or e-Challan at designated bank branches
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualifications:
- For Classes IX–X: Graduate/Post Graduate with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognized institution, or a 4-year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed degree.
- For Classes XI–XII: Post Graduate with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognized institution, or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed.
- Age Limit:
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 40 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC – 3 years; PH – 8 years
Selection Process:
- Written Examination (60 marks)
- Evaluation of Educational Qualifications (up to 10 marks)
- Prior Teaching Experience (up to 10 marks)
- Oral Interview (10 marks)
- Lecture Demonstration (10 marks)
Tentative Schedule:
- Written Exam: First week of September 2025
- Result Declaration: Fourth week of October 2025
- Interviews: November 2025
- Publication of Merit Panel: November 24, 2025
- Counseling & Recommendations: From November 29, 2025
Transparency Measures:
- Provision of carbon copies of OMR sheets to candidates
- Release of answer keys
- Video recording of interviews
- OMR sheets to be preserved for three years
Special Provisions:
- Candidates whose previous appointments were annulled due to the 2016 SLST irregularities will receive age relaxation and their prior experience will be considered during the recruitment process.
For detailed information and to apply, please visit the official WBSSC website: westbengalssc.com.
📝 Application Process
Candidates interested in applying for the WBSSC SLST Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025 should follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Website
Navigate to www.westbengalssc.com. - Access the Recruitment Page
Click on the link titled “2nd SLST Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025.” - Register as a New User
Provide basic details to create an account and receive your registration ID and password. - Log In to the Portal
Use your credentials to sign in and access the online application form. - Complete the Application Form
Enter your personal, educational, and professional details as required. - Upload Required Documents
Upload a recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size. - Pay the Application Fee
Make the payment via online methods (net banking, credit/debit card) or through e-challan. - Review Before Submission
Carefully check all entered information for accuracy before final submission. - Download and Print Confirmation
Save and print a copy of the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.
🗓️ Important Dates
- Application Start Date: June 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM
- Application End Date: July 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment: July 14, 2025, at 11:59 PM
- Written Examination: First week of September 2025 (tentative)
- Result Declaration: Fourth week of October 2025 (tentative)
- Interview & Demo: November 2025 (tentative)
- Merit Panel Publication: November 24, 2025
- Counseling Commencement: November 29, 2025
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