The West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBSSC) has officially released the notification for the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST), 2025, announcing a major recruitment drive for 35,726 Assistant Teacher positions across government-aided and sponsored secondary and higher secondary schools.
This article includes verified information directly from the official WBSSC-SLST 2025 notification.
WBSSC Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025
| Key Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 May 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 35,726 |
| For Classes IX–X | 23,212 vacancies |
| For Classes XI–XII | 12,514 vacancies |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Window | 16 June – 14 July 2025 (till 5 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 14 July 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Written Exam Date (Tentative) | 1st week of September 2025 |
| Result Publication | 4th week of October 2025 |
| Interviews | 1st to 3rd week of November 2025 |
| Final Panel Publication | 24 November 2025 |
| Counselling Begins | 29 November 2025 |
| Official Website | www.westbengalssc.com |
Post Details & Educational Qualification
For Classes IX–X (Secondary Level)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduation/Post-Graduation with 50% + B.Ed. OR 4-year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed (NCTE approved) |
| Age Limit | 21–40 years as on 01.01.2025 (Relaxations as per rules) |
For Classes XI–XII (Higher Secondary Level)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Post-Graduation with 50% + B.Ed. OR 4-year B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed (NCTE approved) |
| Age Limit | 21–40 years as on 01.01.2025 (Relaxations as per rules) |
Note: Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/PH) get a 5% relaxation in marks. Certificates must be issued by West Bengal authorities only.
Application Fee (Online Only)
| Category | Fee (For IX–X or XI–XII) |
|---|---|
| General & OBC | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/PH | ₹200 |
No fee relaxation for other-state candidates.
WBSSC SLST Assistant Teacher (IX–X) Vacancies 2025
| Medium | M/F | F |
|---|---|---|
| Bengali | 14,274 | 5,674 |
| English | 12 | 0 |
| Hindi | 1,838 | 413 |
| Nepali | 98 | 0 |
| Oriya | 0 | 0 |
| Telegu | 26 | 0 |
| Urdu | 653 | 224 |
WBSSC SLST Higher Secondary Assistant Teacher (XI–XII) Vacancies 2025
| Medium | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Bengali Medium | 11,861 |
| Hindi Medium | 400 |
| Nepali Medium | 24 |
| Urdu Medium | 185 |
| English Medium | 38 |
| Oriya Medium | 3 |
| Santhali Medium | 2 |
| Telugu Medium | 1 |
| Total | 12,514 |
Selection Process
The WBSSC SLST 2025 selection involves three main stages:
- Written Test
- Academic & Professional Qualification Evaluation
- Personality Test (Interview + Lecture Demonstration)
Question paper will be in English and Bengali, except language subjects.
Exam Pattern (Written Test)
- OMR-based format
- 1 mark per question
- Only one correct option per question
- Subject- and medium-wise panel will be prepared
Important Guidelines
- Candidates can apply for only one subject and one medium of instruction
- Male candidates cannot apply for girls’ schools
- No changes allowed after final submission of the online application
- Application can be rejected if incomplete or incorrect
Assistant Teacher Salary (Expected)
| Level | Basic Pay (₹) | Gross Salary (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Classes IX–X | ₹33,400 | ₹38,760 approx. |
| Classes XI–XII | ₹42,600 | ₹50,000 approx. |
Medium of Instruction
Candidates must have studied the subject language (e.g., Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Nepali, Oriya, Telugu, or Santhali) at the required academic level to be eligible for that language medium post.
Final Panel and Waiting List Validity
- Valid for 1 year from the date of first counselling
- Subject-wise, medium-wise, and category-wise panels will be published online
- Waiting list will also be published for candidates not included in the main panel
Important Disclaimer from WBSSC
The entire selection process is subject to ongoing review petitions in the Hon’ble Supreme Court and may be revised or withdrawn at any point. Participation does not guarantee appointment.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official WBSSC-SLST 2025 notification (Memo No. 1092/7016/CSSC/ESTT/2025). For final and updated instructions, visit www.westbengalssc.com.