WBSSC 2nd SLST 2025 FAQ: Exam for Teachers Recruitment in West Bengal
WBSSC 2nd SLST 2025 FAQ:
2nd SLST(AT), 2025 Examination conducted by West Bengal School Service Commission, for Recruitment of Assistant Teacher for Government-Aided Schools in West Bengal.
West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBSSC) has released the official notification for the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST)-2025 for the recruitment of Assistant Teachers (9th-10th/Secondary and 11th-12th/Higher Secondary). WBSSC SLST Notification 2025 has been published, where it has been informed that 35726 Assistant Teacher vacancies will be filled this year. The registration process for SLST Exam 2025 will start from 16th June 2025 on www.westbengalssc.com. More detailed information can be seen in the official PDF.
Follow the link given below.
WBSSC SLST 2025 Notification Released for Assistant Teacher Recruitment
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
WBSSC 2nd SLST 2025 Examination for the Recruitment Assistant Teacher in Government-Aided Schools of West Bengal.
Who can apply for 2nd SLST(AT), 2025 Examination?
Any citizen of India only may apply for the post of Teachers i.e., Assistant Teachers (Classes IX & X) and Assistant Teachers (Classes XI & XII) in Government Aided / Sponsored Secondary / Higher Secondary Schools.
Eligible candidates with the Minimum qualification laid down in the Rules, 2025 may apply online only (and by no other mode) through the official website of The West Bengal School Service Commission (i.e. westbengalssc.com).
To apply for 2nd SLST(AT), 2025 Examination, a candidate must:
Register: Visit the official website: www.westbengalssc.com and register using a valid email ID and mobile number (The phone number and email id should be kept valid till the conclusion of the recruitment process). Candidates are requested to use the latest browser and high-speed internet connection.
Fill the Application Form: Enter personal, academic, and professional details as required.
If you are a candidate of 1st SLST(AT), 2016, please enter your roll number of 1st SLST(AT), 2016, IX-X or XI-XII, as the case may be, for age relaxation (if applicable for you) in terms of order in Civil Appeal No. 4800 of 2024 dated 3rd April, 2025 read with order dated 17th April, 2025 in M.A. No. 709 of 2025.
Note: If the candidate has obtained score in a grading system, it is the responsibility of the candidate to validate the conversion formula as per his claim.
Upload photo with signature:
Passport size Photo with Signature. The file size must be within 30 KB – 60 KB (only JPG).
Pay Application Fee:
Pay the application fees only through online modes such as debit/credit cards, net banking, or UPI etc.
1. Application fees for IX & X / SECONDARY:
- General, EWS & OBC Candidates– Rs.500/-
SC/ST/PH Candidates- Rs.200/-
2. Application fees for XI & XII/ HIGHER SECONDARY:
- General, EWS & OBC Candidates– Rs.500/-
SC/ST/PH Candidates- Rs.200/-
Final Submission & Print-out:
After verifying all details, submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
What will be the whole process for 2nd SLST (AT), 2025 Examination?
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- OMR based Written test
- Evaluation of educational qualification and prior teaching experience.
- Oral interview.
- Lecture demonstration.
When will the written Examination held?
Tentative Time of the Written Examination: The written Examination will be held in the first week of September 2025. The exact date/s will be notified later.
What is the total Score Calculation for IX-X and XI-XII of 2nd SLST (AT), 2025 Examination?
Selection to the post of Assistant Teacher for Classes IX-X and XI-XII shall be made on the basis of marks obtained in written examination, educational qualification, prior teaching experience, oral interview and lecture demonstration, determined by the Central Commission, in the following manner:
Written Examination (OMR-based): 60 marks.
Academics.
01. Educational Qualification: 10 marks.
[Based on marks of Graduation or Post Graduation in the subject for which applied, whichever is higher(Only for IX-X), according to the following formula:
- A. Percentage obtained- 60% and above
Merit Score-10 marks - B. Percentage obtained- Below 60% to 50%
Merit Score-8 marks - C. Percentage obtained- Below 50%
Merit Score-6 marks
(No rounding off of percentage is allowed)
02. Prior Teaching Experience: 10 marks.
(At the secondary level in a government or government aided or government sponsored school, calculated on the basis of 2 marks for each year of service in a substantive post.)
03. Oral Interview: 10 marks.
04. Lecture demonstration: 10 marks.
How can I apply for marks in the Experience parameter?
During application, you will be asked whether you want to claim credit for Experience. If you choose “yes”, please fill in certain details (like date of initial joining and school name, DISE code of the relevant institution and teacher ID).
Where can I get the detailed Rule, 2025?
Click here to view the Rule, 2025
In which ratio the candidates be called for the Interview-cum-Lecture Demonstration will?
The Central Commission shall prepare and publish in its website a preliminary list with details of the candidates to be called for interview, subject to verification of credentials and eligibility, category-wise on the basis of preliminary merit score as defined in Rule 2(l) (k) in the ratio of 1.6:1 of final vacancies, that is, 1.6 times as many candidates as there are final vacancies, as far as practicable. If there is more than one candidate at the last score (cut-off score), all such candidates will be called. A candidate has to obtain the cut-off marks for being merit listed in the relevant category.
What will be the schedule of 2nd SLST(AT), 2025 Examination?
The schedule for 2nd SLST(AT), 2025 Examination:
- Submission of Online Application: Opening Date on 16th June 2025 (5 PM)
- Date of Closing: 14th July 2025 (5 PM)
- Last Date of Receipt of Application Fee: 14th July 2025 (11.59 PM)
- Fees must be paid online (Please refer to the Information Brochure). or here in detail
Important Notice Regarding Category Details
What are the eligibility criteria (educational qualification including professional qualifications) for 2nd SLST, 2025 of selection of Assistant Teachers for Classes IX – X. and XI – XII.
Pls refer to Schedule: I (A & B) of the West Bengal School Service Commission (Selection for Appointment to the Posts of Assistant Teachers for Upper Primary Level of Classes [except Work Education and Physical Education], Classes IX-X and Classes XI-XII) Rules, 2025.
Age relaxation will be given to SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates and also such candidates who are eligible for age relaxation in terms of the directions contained in the judgment and order of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Civil Appeal No. 4800 of 2024 dated 3rd April 2025 read with order dated 17th April 2025 in M.A. No. 709 of 2025
Click to Download the Rules- 2025: Classes IX-X and Classes XI-XII) Rules, 2025
Where can I get the syllabus and subject equivalence for the examination, 2nd SLST(AT), 2025?
The WBSSC will publish the official syllabus and subject equivalence on its website soon. Please refer to the official syllabus for the specific subject and class level for which you are applying.
Where can I find more information about 2nd SLST (AT), 2025?
Official Website: The West Bengal Central School Service Commission website is the primary source for official notifications and information. (i.e., http://www.westbengalssc.com ).
What are the indicative vacancies count for 2nd SLST (AT), 2025?
Subject wise, Medium wise, Gender wise indicative vacancy counts in Assistant Teacher for 2nd SLST, 2025 has received from WBBSE
- Click here to view the vacancies of Classes IX – X
- Click here to view the vacancies of Classes XI- XII
What will be the salary structure?
Scale of Pay: As per extant State Government norms.
Can I appear if I am yet ineligible but expect to attain the requisite eligibility after 14.07.25?
No, a candidate has to attain all qualification on or before 14.07.25 and also mention it in the application form. Candidates must go through the FAQs from the official website before filling the ‘Teachers Recruitment Application Form’.
FAQs Link of the official website– https://westbengalssc.com/otr/recruitment/