Bihar AEDO & EDO Notification Released For 935 Posts, Check Eligibility Criteria, Exam Date, Syllabus, Exam Pattern

In a major development for Bihar’s education sector and aspiring government job seekers, the state cabinet has approved two new service cadres under the Education Department –AEDO & EDO as Assistant Education Development Officer and Education District Officer.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the notification for 935 vacancies of Assistant Education Development Officers (AEDO). The online application process will begin on 27 August 2025 and continue till 26 September 2025.

In total, 1,530 posts have been sanctioned, which include:

• 935 posts for AEDO (Assistant Education Development Officers)
• 568 posts for BEO (Block Education Officers)

However, it is important to note that the Block Education Officer (BEO) posts will be filled through the promotion of AEDOs. Therefore, the BEO vacancies are not included in the current AEDO recruitment notification.

BPSC AEDO & EDO Notification

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the Bihar AEDO and EDO Recruitment 2025 Notification on 22 August 2025. Candidates can download the detailed notification in PDF format from the website.

BPSC AEDO 2025 NOTIFICATION PDF

DOWNLOAD BPSC AEDO 2025 NOTIFICATION PDF

Bihar AEDO Vacancy 2025: Post Details and Pay Levels

As per the government’s plan, one Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) will be appointed for every 10 panchayats, while one Block Education Officer (BEO) will be deployed at each block level. Both positions will be non-gazetted.

In terms of pay structure, the AEDO post is classified under Pay Level-5, while the BEO post falls under Pay Level-6.

Important Note:

• Direct recruitment will be only for the AEDO posts.
• EDO (Education District Officer) and Block Education Officer (BEO) roles will be filled through promotion from AEDO and existing cadres.

AEDO Exam Recruiting Body

The recruitment for AEDO posts will be conducted through direct selection, while BEO positions will be filled through promotion from among the Assistant Education Development Officers.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) will be to conduct the recruitment examination for these posts. an official notification has been released by the commission.

Bihar AEDO & EDO Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Graduation in any discipline.

Age Limit:

• General: 21 to 37 years
• OBC/Female: Up to 40 years
• SC/ST: Up to 42 years
• Minimum Age: 21 years

 AEDO & EDO Selection Process

(i) For appointment to advertised posts, a written examination (objective type) will be conducted. No interview will be held for this.

(ii) The subjects of the written exam, papers, type of questions, number of questions, duration, and total marks will be as follows:

Though the final structure will be confirmed in the notification, the expected selection process may include:

Written Examination

• Prelims (Objective type)
• Document Verification
• Final Merit List

Bihar AEDO Exam Syllabus & Pattern

Syllabus:

AEDO Job Role & Responsibilities

As an AEDO, the officer will play a crucial role in managing and monitoring educational activities at the grassroots level, including:

• Supervising government schools in 10 Panchayats
• Monitoring teacher attendance and performance
• Implementing schemes like Mid-Day Meal, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan
• Promoting student enrollment, especially among disadvantaged groups
• Ensuring education quality and compliance with policies.

Why This Is a Golden Opportunity

• Direct Officer-Level Post: Get appointed directly as an officer in the education department
• Massive Scope for Growth: AEDOs can be promoted to BEO and DO roles
• Civil Services Aspirants’ Advantage: Similar syllabus and exam pattern will benefit those preparing for civil services
• Huge Number of Seats: With around 850 direct recruitment seats, this is a major opening for graduates

This announcement marks a major step in Bihar’s push towards administrative reform and educational improvement. For aspirants aiming for government jobs, this is a chance to secure a prestigious post with meaningful responsibility.

Whether the recruitment happens alongside the civil services exam or separately, preparation should begin now — focus on General Studies, Education, and Logical Reasoning. Keep an eye out for the notification in May, and stay ready.

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