The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is anticipated to release the official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Town Planning Supervisors (ATPS) by the end of 2024.
Prospective candidates looking to apply for this position can find detailed information on eligibility criteria, vacancy details, application fees, and the examination process based on the guidelines from the 2022 recruitment advertisement.
Key Highlights
- Country: India
- State: Bihar
- Organization: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
- Post Name: Assistant Town Planning Supervisor
- Vacancy: Expected around 100 vacancies
- Application Date: Likely by the end of 2024
- Selection Process: Written Exam (Paper I & II)
Application Process
Candidates aspiring to become Assistant Town Planning Supervisors in Bihar can apply through the official BPSC website (bpsc.bih.nic.in) once the advertisement is released. The application form is expected to be available for four weeks following the publication of the notification. A direct application link will be activated on the BPSC website.
Vacancy Details
While the exact number of vacancies for 2024 has not been confirmed, it is anticipated that there will be around 100 positions available. The vacancy distribution for the 2022 recruitment can provide a rough estimate of the expected distribution for 2024:
- UR (Unreserved): 43
- EWS (Economically Weaker Section): 11
- EBC (Extremely Backward Classes): 19
- OBC (Other Backward Classes): 13
- BC Female (Backward Class Female): 3
- SC (Scheduled Caste): 17
- ST (Scheduled Tribe): 1
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet one of the following educational qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Planning
- Post Graduate Diploma in Remote Sensing and GIS with specialization in Urban and Regional Studies
Age Limit
- Males: 21-37 years
- Females: 21-40 years
- Age Relaxation: 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST candidates
Application Fee
The application fee for different categories is as follows:
- General/OBC Males: ₹750
- Females, SC/ST/PH Males: ₹200
Selection Process
The selection process for the Assistant Town Planning Supervisor position involves a written examination comprising two papers.
Exam Pattern
Paper I: General Studies
- Mode: Offline
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 125
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Question Type: Objective
- Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 1.25 marks
- Medium: English/Hindi
Paper II: Specialized Subjects
Candidates can choose between two sections based on their specialization:
- Planning
- Remote Sensing and GIS (Specialization in Urban & Regional Studies)
- Mode: Offline
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 125
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Question Type: Objective
- Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 1.25 marks
- Medium: English/Hindi
Overall, the written exam will be conducted for a total of 4 hours, with each paper lasting 2 hours. The combined total marks for both papers will be 200, with each paper carrying 100 marks.
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Important Dates
While the exact dates for the application process and examination are not yet confirmed, it is expected that:
- The advertisement will be released by the end of 2024.
- The application window will be open for four weeks post-release.
- The written examination may take place in the first quarter of 2025.