Bihar Vidhan Parishad (BVP), Government of Bihar, has released the Answer Key on the official website for the recruitment of Personal Assistant, DEO, LDC & Stenographer Posts under Advt.No:02/2025. The application process started on 28 November 2025 and candidates could submit applications until 05 January 2026. The exam for DEO was conducted on 10 May 2026 while other phases occurred earlier. A total of 64 posts are available across Personal Assistant, Data Entry Operator, Lower Division Clerk and Stenographer categories. Candidates can check their Answer Key using Enrollment Number, Registration Number or Date of Birth by logging into the portal. Eligibility criteria vary by post including educational qualifications and typing or stenography speeds along with age limits between 18 to 42 years depending on category and post. The selection process includes written exam, steno or typing test, document verification and medical examination. Key dates include answer key release on 13 May 2026 for DEO and earlier dates for other phases. The direct link to download the answer key is provided below along with all important information in tables.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Apply Start Date |
28 November 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date |
05 January 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date For Fee Payment |
07 January 2026 |
| Exam Date |
05 April 2026 |
| Admit Card |
30 March 2026 |
| Answer Key |
09 April 2026 |
| PA, Steno Pre Result |
28 April 2026 |
| Phase-II PA – Steno Exam Date |
02 May 2026 |
| Phase-II PA, Steno Admit Card |
29 April 2026 |
| DEO Exam Date |
10 May 2026 |
| DEO Admit Card |
06 May 2026 |
| Answer Key |
13 May 2026 Available Now |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| All Candidates |
Rs. 100/- |
Age Limit
| Criteria |
Age |
| Minimum Age (DEO / LDC) |
18 Years |
| Minimum Age (Steno / PA) |
21 Years |
| Maximum Age (General/ EWS Male) |
37 Years |
| Maximum Age (General / EWS Female) |
40 Years |
| Maximum Age (BC/ EBC Male & Female) |
40 Years |
| Maximum Age (SC / ST Male & Female) |
42 Years |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
No. Of Post |
| Personal Assistant (PA) |
07 |
| Data Entry Operator DEO |
35 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
10 |
| Stenographer |
12 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name |
Eligibility |
| Personal Assistant (PA) |
Graduate with Hindi Stenography speed of 100 w.p.m. and Hindi/English typing speed of 30 w.p.m. Computer certificate from AICTE/DOEACC/NIELIT or ‘O’ Level desirable. Pay Level-07 (₹44,900–1,42,400) |
| Data Entry Operator DEO |
Intermediate (10+2) with typing speed of 8000 key-depressions per hour. Computer certificate like ADCA or from AICTE/DOEACC/NIELIT (‘O’ Level) desirable. Pay Level-04 (₹25,500–81,100) |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
Intermediate (10+2) with Hindi/English typing speed of 30 w.p.m. Computer certificate from AICTE/DOEACC/NIELIT or ‘O’ Level desirable. Pay Level-02 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Stenographer |
Graduate with Hindi Stenography speed of 80 w.p.m. and Hindi/English typing speed of 30 w.p.m. Computer certificate from AICTE/DOEACC/NIELIT or ‘O’ Level desirable. Pay Level-04 (₹25,500–81,100) |
Selection Process
| Stage |
| Written Exam |
| Steno / Typing Test (Post Wise) |
| Document Verification |
| Medical Examination |
How to Download/Check
| Step |
Description |
| 1 |
Visit the official website of Bihar Legislative Council |
| 2 |
Go to the “Recruitment / Admit Card” section |
| 3 |
Click on the link “PA & Stenographer Answer Key 2026” |
| 4 |
Enter Registration Number / Roll Number, Date of Birth / Password and Captcha Code |
| 5 |
Click on Login / Submit |
| 6 |
Download and print the Answer Key |
Important Links
FAQ Section
Q: When will the answer key be released?
A: The answer key has released after the exam on the official website of the Bihar Legislative Council.
Q: Where can I download the answer key?
A: You can download it from the official website under the Recruitment / Answer Key section.
Q: Is it mandatory to carry the answer key?
A: Yes, carrying a printed answer key is compulsory to enter the exam center.
Q: What should I do if there is an error in the answer key?
A: Immediately contact the Bihar Legislative Council helpdesk for correction.
Q: What is the official website for Bihar Vidhan Parishad ?
A: The official website for Bihar Vidhan Parishad is https://vidhanparishad.bihar.gov.in/
