WBSSC Assistant Teacher SLST 2025 – Apply Online for 35,726 Posts (2nd SLST)
The West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBSSC) has released the notification for the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST) 2025 to recruit 35,726 Assistant Teachers for Secondary (Classes IX–X) and Higher Secondary (Classes XI–XII) schools across West Bengal. Online registration is open from 16 June to 21 July 2025 via westbengalssc.com.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 30 May 2025 |
| Online Registration Start | 16 June 2025 (5 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 21 July 2025 (5 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 21 July 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Written Exam (Tentative) | 7 & 14 September 2025 |
| Result Declaration | 4th Week October 2025 |
| Interview & Lecture Demo | 1st–3rd Week November 2025 |
| Panel Publication & Counselling | 24–29 November 2025 |
🧾 Vacancy Overview
- Secondary Level (Classes IX–X): 23,212 posts
- Higher Secondary (Classes XI–XII): 12,514 posts
- Total: 35,726 Assistant Teacher vacancies :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
✅ Eligibility Criteria (as on 01 Jan 2025)
- Age: 21 to 40 years (Relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PH +8 yrs) :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Nationality: Indian citizen
- Educational Qualification:
- Classes IX–X: Graduation/Post‑Graduation (≥ 50%) + B.Ed., or integrated BA.Ed/BSc.Ed
- Classes XI–XII: Post‑Graduation (≥ 50%) + B.Ed./BA.Ed/BSc.Ed
💵 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹200 |
Payment modes include debit/credit card, net banking, UPI, or e-challan :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
📝 Selection Process
- Written OMR-based Exam (MCQs)
- Interview & Lecture Demonstration
- Document Verification and Counselling
📊 Exam Pattern – Written Test
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Arithmetic & Mensuration | 40 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 70 |
| English | 40 |
| Total | 150 |
Languages: Bengali or English (Sanskrit in certain cases) :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
📚 Detailed Syllabus
• Arithmetic & Mensuration
- Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics
- Arithmetic: Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Averages
- Mensuration and Time-Speed-Distance
• General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- West Bengal & National History, Geography, Polity
- Budget, Economy, Government Schemes, Environment
- Science & Technology, Awards, Sports, Culture
• English
- Grammar: Tenses, Voice, Articles, Prepositions
- Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution
- Comprehension, Sentence Correction, Cloze Test
💼 Salary Structure
As per West Bengal state government norms—expected basic pay:
- Secondary Teachers: ₹33,400 + allowances (≈ ₹38,760 gross)
- Higher Secondary Teachers: ₹42,600 + allowances (≈ ₹50,000 gross) :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
🔗 How to Apply?
- Visit westbengalssc.com
- Register/login via OTR (One-Time Registration)
- Fill in all details, select preferences
- Upload photo, signature, and educational certificates
- Pay application fee and submit
- Download confirmation for future use
❓ FAQs
What is the last date to apply?
Applications close on 21 July 2025 (5 PM).
What is the age limit?
21–40 years as on 01‑Jan‑2025; relaxations apply.
What qualification is required?
Graduation/Post‑Graduation + B.Ed or integrated B.Ed (subject to class level).
When will the exam be held?
Written test is expected on 7 & 14 September 2025.
Note: Please refer to the official notification on the WBSSC website for zone-wise vacancies, subject-wise details, and other guidelines.