In a major push for employment, the Bihar government is set to fill 64,559 vacant posts across 10 departments. The move comes after a detailed review meeting held by Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena in Patna earlier this week.
The recruitment process has already begun, with requisitions sent for 14,968 posts. The remaining 49,591 vacancies will also be addressed quickly, following the latest directions issued by the Chief Secretary.
Department-Wise Vacancy Overview
Here’s a detailed look at the departments and the number of vacancies reported:
| Department | Vacant Posts |
|---|---|
| Rural Development | 14,274 |
| Panchayati Raj | 12,279 |
| Minor Water Resources | 6,543 |
| Food and Consumer Protection | 4,429 |
| Water Resources | 3,969 |
| Agriculture | 4,225 |
| Animal and Fisheries Resources | 1,486 |
| Forest, Environment and Climate | 1,219 |
| Cooperation | 739 |
| Sugarcane Industry | 428 |
These posts are part of the state’s ongoing employment plan under the Saat Nischay-2 (Seven Resolutions – Phase 2) initiative.
Recruitment to Speed Up in All 10 Departments
During the review meeting at the State Secretariat, Amrit Lal Meena instructed nodal officers to speed up the recruitment process. The departments have already submitted detailed presentations, and recruitment bodies have received requisitions for the first set of posts.
“We cannot afford delays. The departments must act swiftly to complete the hiring process,” Meena told the officials.
With unemployment a key concern in the state, this recruitment drive is expected to create thousands of job opportunities for qualified candidates in 2025 and beyond.
SOP Coming for Viral Videos and Officer Misconduct
Alongside the employment discussion, the Chief Secretary also addressed an unrelated but pressing concern—viral videos showing government officers behaving inappropriately or negligently.
To bring accountability and consistency, the General Administration Department has been directed to prepare a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). This SOP will ensure swift disciplinary action against any officer found guilty through video evidence or public complaints.
Departments have been asked to identify and act immediately against underperforming or unethical officials, even before the SOP is finalized.
Why This Matters
- Boosts employment across multiple sectors in Bihar
- Supports long-term goals of governance reform under Saat Nischay 2
- Improves departmental efficiency by filling long-pending roles
- Reinforces government accountability through SOP on misconduct
This comprehensive action plan signals the state’s intention to clean up the system and create jobs, especially in core service areas like agriculture, development, and rural infrastructure.
FAQs
Q1. How many total vacancies are to be filled in Bihar?
A total of 64,559 posts across 10 departments are planned to be filled.
Q2. How many posts have been notified so far?
Requisitions for 14,968 posts have already been sent to the recruitment commission.
Q3. Which departments have the highest number of vacancies?
The Rural Development and Panchayati Raj departments together account for over 26,000 posts.
Q4. What is the SOP for viral videos?
A Standard Operating Procedure will be created to handle misconduct by officers seen in viral videos.
Q5. Under which scheme are these recruitments taking place?
The hiring is part of the Saat Nischay-2 initiative, focused on public welfare and governance reforms.
