Bihar Education Dept: 45,000 Parichari Vacancies Announced

In what is being hailed as one of the largest non-teaching recruitment drives in recent history, the Bihar Education Department is set to fill 45,000 vacancies for the post of Parichari (Attendant/Peon). The announcement was made by Bihar Education Minister Sunil Kumar during the ongoing budget session in the state Legislative Assembly on February 17, 2026.

This move is part of the state government’s wider initiative to strengthen the administrative infrastructure of schools and ensure that teachers can focus solely on academics rather than clerical or maintenance tasks.

Key Highlights of the Announcement

Replying to a question raised by Gorekothi MLA Devesh Kant Singh, Minister Sunil Kumar confirmed that the recruitment process is already in motion.

"Our priority is to ensure that every school has the necessary support staff. The department has identified 45,000 vacant posts for attendants, and the recruitment will be conducted through the Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC)," the Minister stated.

Expected Eligibility Criteria (Tentative)

While the official detailed notification is expected shortly, based on the standard protocol for 'Parichari' posts in Bihar, the eligibility is likely to be as follows:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) from a recognized board.

• Age Limit: * Minimum: 18 years.

  • Maximum: 37 years (General Male).

  • Relaxation: As per Bihar government rules, upper age limits will be relaxed for OBC, SC, ST, and Female candidates (up to 40–42 years).

• Domicile: Applicants must be residents of Bihar to avail of reservation benefits.

Selection Process: What to Expect

The recruitment will be managed by the BSSC. The selection cycle typically involves:

1. Written Examination: An objective-type test covering General Knowledge, Basic Mathematics, and Hindi/English.

2. Document Verification: Successful candidates from the merit list will be called for physical verification of certificates.

3. Final Merit List: Based on exam performance and category-wise vacancies.

Other Major Announcements by the Minister

Beyond the 45,000 Parichari posts, Minister Sunil Kumar touched upon several other critical reforms for the education sector:

• 935 Officer Posts: Requisition has been sent to the BPSC for the recruitment of Assistant Education Development Officers.

• Equal HRA for Teachers: The Minister confirmed that 90% of the work to standardize House Rent Allowance (HRA) for different categories of teachers (BPSC, Niyojit, and Special) is complete.

• Mid-Day Meal Reform: To improve food quality, third-party evaluations by NGOs have been initiated, and the honorarium for school cooks has been doubled.

Why This Recruitment is a Game Changer

For years, Bihar schools have struggled with a shortage of non-teaching staff, often forcing teachers to handle mid-day meal records, gatekeeping, and office maintenance. Filling 45,000 posts in one go will not only provide massive employment but also significantly improve the school environment across the state.