The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has released a notification for BSSC Sports Trainer Recruitment 2025. This recruitment invites applications for 379 posts of Sports Trainer in the Bihar Sports Department under the Bihar Subordinate Sports Service. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a graduation degree and diploma in sports coaching to secure a government job in Bihar.
The online application process starts from 9 October 2025 and the last date to apply has been extended to 24 November 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official BSSC website: bssc.bihar.gov.in.
Overview of BSSC Sports Trainer Recruitment 2025
| Organization | Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) |
| Department | Sports Department, Bihar |
| Post Name | Sports Trainer (क्रीड़ा प्रशिक्षक) |
| Advertisement Number | 08/25 |
| Total Vacancies | 379 |
| Application Start Date | 9 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 November 2025 (Extended) |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (All categories) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Interview, Document Verification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | bssc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 25 September 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 9 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 November 2025 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Result Announcement | After Exam |
Vacancy Details Category-wise
| Category | Total Vacancies | Women Reservation (35%) |
| Unreserved (General) | 152 | 53 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 61 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 4 | 1 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 68 | 24 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 45 | 16 |
| Backward Class Women | 11 | – |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 38 | 13 |
| Total | 379 | 128 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for BSSC Sports Trainer Recruitment 2025, candidates must fulfill educational, technical, and sports achievement criteria:
Educational Qualification
- Graduation degree from a recognized university or institution.
- Diploma in Sports Coaching from a recognized institute such as:
- Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS), Patiala, or
- Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE), Gwalior, or
- Central University/UGC-recognized sports university or Bihar’s universities.
Sports Achievement (One of the following required)
- Represented India in a recognized international sports competition.
- Represented the state in a national or international championship.
- Participated in Olympics, Commonwealth, Asian Games, or World Championships.
- Participated at least twice in All India Inter-University/Junior/National Championships.
- Participated thrice in Inter-services/Police/Railways Championships.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age | Minimum Age |
| Unreserved (Male) | 37 Years | 21 Years |
| Unreserved (Female) | 40 Years | 21 Years |
| Backward/OBC/Extremely Backward | 40 Years | 21 Years |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | 42 Years | 21 Years |
| PwBD (Persons with Disabilities) | Additional 10 years relaxation |
Additional relaxations for Ex-Servicemen, NCC, and government employees apply as per rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| All Categories | ₹100 |
| Payment Mode | Online (Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI/Net Banking) |
Selection Process
The selection for Sports Trainer posts will be based on:
- Written Examination (150 marks)
- General Knowledge – 30 marks
- Allied Sports Science – 60 marks
- Main Sports Subject – 60 marks
- Duration – 2 hours
- Language – Hindi/English
- Interview (50 marks)
- Based on merit from written exam.
- Document Verification
- Verification of educational, sports achievement, category certificates.
Note: If the number of applications exceeds 40,000, a preliminary screening test will be conducted for shortlisting candidates for the main exam.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks (%) |
| Unreserved | 40% |
| Backward Class | 36.5% |
| Extremely Backward Class | 34% |
| Scheduled Caste/Tribe | 32% |
| Women (All categories) | 32% |
| Persons with Disabilities | 32% |
Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
| Sports Trainer | Level-6 (Bihar Govt. norms) | As per government norms |
Required Documents
- Matriculation Certificate and Marksheet
- Graduation Degree and Marksheet
- Sports Coaching Diploma/Equivalent Certificate
- Sports Achievement Certificate
- Aadhaar Card and Domicile Certificate
- Caste/EWS/PwD Certificates (if applicable)
- Freedom Fighter’s Grandchild Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply for BSSC Sports Trainer Recruitment 2025?
- Visit official BSSC website: bssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Find advertisement number 08/25 for Sports Trainer.
- Click on “Apply Online” link.
- Register by entering your name, mobile number, and email ID.
- Login using registration credentials.
- Fill in application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned documents and photograph as per instructions.
- Pay online application fee of ₹100.
- Verify details and submit the form.
- Take a printout for future reference.
BSSC Sports Trainer 2025 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there for BSSC Sports Trainer 2025?
There are 379 vacancies in the Bihar Sports Department for the post of Sports Trainer.
Q2. What are the educational requirements?
Graduation degree with a diploma or postgraduate diploma in sports coaching from a recognized institution.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 24 November 2025 (extended).
Q4. What is the age limit for applicants?
Minimum age is 21 years and maximum varies by category (37-42 years) with relaxations.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹100 for all categories, payable online.