WBSSC SLST 2025 notification released for more than 35,000 assistant teacher vacancies: Check how to apply and key details here – Times of India

The West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBSSC) has officially released the notification for the 2nd State Level Selection Test (SLST) 2025 for the recruitment of Assistant Teachers in Secondary (Classes IX–X) and Higher Secondary (Classes XI–XII) government-aided/sponsored schools across West Bengal. A total of 35,726 teaching vacancies will be filled this year, marking the first such large-scale selection process in over a decade. Interested candidates can apply online at the official website, westbengalssc.com, from June 16 to July 14, 2025.

WBSSC SLST 2025: Recruitment overview and important dates

As per the official WBSSC SLST 2025 notification released on May 30, 2025, the online registration window will remain open until 5 PM on July 14, with the last date for application fee payment being 11:59 PM on the same day. The written examination is scheduled for the first week of September 2025, followed by the results in the fourth week of October, interviews in November, and counselling from November 29.Of the 35,726 total vacancies, 23,212 positions are for Secondary Level (Classes IX–X) and 12,514 for Higher Secondary Level (Classes XI–XII).

WBSSC SLST 2025: Eligibility criteria

For Secondary (IX–X) Assistant Teachers, candidates must hold a graduation or post-graduation degree with at least 50% marks along with a B.Ed. from a National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)-recognized institution, or a 4-year B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed. degree.For Higher Secondary (XI–XII), candidates should have a post-graduate degree with a minimum of 50% marks and a B.Ed. or a B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution.As of January 1, 2025, the minimum age required is 21 years, with an upper age limit of 40 years. Age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 8 years for physically handicapped candidates.

WBSSC SLST 2025: How to apply

Candidates can follow these steps to apply online once the registration form is made active:Step 1. Visit the WBSSC website, westbengalssc.com.Step 2. Click on the “2nd SLST Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025” link.Step 3. Register as a new user with basic details (name, DOB, mobile, email).Step 4. Use the registration ID and password to log in.Step 5. Complete the application form with personal, academic, and work-related details.Step 6. Upload required documents and pay the applicable fee.Step 7. Review and submit the form. Download a copy for future reference.

WBSSC SLST 2025: Application fee and salary structure

Candidates must pay an application fee of INR 500 (for General and OBC) or INR 200 (for SC/ST/PH) via online modes such as debit/credit card, net banking, UPI, or e-challan.The expected monthly salary for selected candidates varies by teaching level. At the Secondary level, the basic pay is INR 33,400 with a gross salary of around INR 38,760, while Higher Secondary teachers can expect a basic pay of INR 42,600 and a gross salary of approximately INR 50,000.Candidates can read the complete notification here.