What is the age limit for government jobs?
The maximum age for direct recruitment is 32 for everyone. A 2024 ordinance raised it from 30, and Parliament made it law on 5 April 2026. The minimum is usually 18 (21 for BCS). Where a body's own rules already allow more than 32, that higher limit stays.
On which date is age counted?
Each circular names a date, e.g. "18–32 on 1 May 2026". Your age must be within the limit on that date. Affidavits are not accepted as proof of age.
Is there an age relaxation for freedom fighters' children or disabled candidates?
The old extra two years ended in 2024; it is now 32 for all. A limit of 34 for doctors and disabled candidates was proposed but has not been confirmed as law; the 51st special BCS also says 32.
What is the quota in government jobs?
93% merit. The other 7%: 5% children of freedom fighters, martyred freedom fighters and Birangonas, 1% ethnic minorities, 1% disabled and third gender. Unfilled quota posts go to merit. Women's, district and grandchildren quotas no longer exist.
Can I apply for several jobs?
Yes, nothing stops you applying to different circulars; each has its own fee. Many exams fall on the same day, so you may have to choose. Whether you can apply for more than one post in the same circular is stated in that circular.
How much is the fee? Is it refundable?
Since December 2024: grades 9–10 Tk 200, 11–12 Tk 150, 13–16 Tk 100, 17–20 Tk 50, plus the Teletalk charge (e.g. Tk 112 and Tk 56). BCS is Tk 200. Fees are generally not refundable.
Can I pay the fee by bKash or Nagad?
For Teletalk-site government jobs the fee is paid by SMS from a Teletalk prepaid number within 72 hours. Bank jobs (erecruitment.bb.org.bd) take mobile banking or Bangla QR. Never send money to anyone's personal number.
What size should the photo and signature be?
Photo 300×300 pixels, up to 100 KB; signature 300×80 pixels, up to 60 KB. For BCS the photo must be taken within the last three months.
Can final-year students or those awaiting results apply?
For BCS, yes, on conditions: if your final exams are over by the circular's deadline. Other jobs usually need the qualification by the deadline; follow the circular.
How many times can I sit the BCS?
The advisory council decided on a limit of four in 2024, but the December 2024 BCS rules amendment reportedly did not include an attempt limit. You can apply while within the age limit; any new rule will be in the circular.
Do I need a computer certificate?
Only if the circular asks for it. Typist and assistant posts usually ask for a typing speed (e.g. 20 words per minute in Bangla and English), tested in a practical exam.
What if I lose my User ID or password?
The application site or circular gives an SMS format for a lost User ID/password; send it to 16222 from a Teletalk number. Otherwise call the Teletalk helpline (121).
What if I lose my admit card?
Download it again from the same Teletalk site with your User ID and password. Admit cards are only issued online.
Someone promises a job for money. What do I do?
Nothing beyond the application fee is payable for a government job. Do not pay anyone; check the circular on the official website or in national newspapers, and report fraud attempts to the nearest police station.
What is the waiting list?
For grades 13–20, two people per post are kept on a waiting list for a year or until the next circular. If a selected candidate does not join, the next is called.
What happens after the final result?
Police/intelligence verification, a medical board, then joining on the date in the appointment letter. There is usually a two-year probation, which can be extended. Not joining on time can cancel the appointment.