You can download the full detailed syllabus and view the official advertisement from the BSSC’s official website.
BSSC has officially released PDF – Sports Trainer Recruitment 2025.Syllabus PDF
The direct link to download the syllabus PDF is available on the BSSC’s Notice Board:
- Official Website:
https://bssc.bihar.gov.in/ - Direct Link to Syllabus PDF: Click Here to Download Syllabus for Adv. No. 08/25 (Look for the link next to Advertisement No. 08/25 on the notice board)
BSSC Sports Trainer Exam Pattern 2025
The written examination for the Sports Trainer post will be conducted for a total of 150 marks with a duration of 2 hours.
| Section | Total Marks | Expected No. of Questions | Duration |
| Part-A: General Knowledge | 30 | 30 | 2 hours (Combined) |
| Part-B: Sports Specific | 120 | 120 | 2 hours (Combined) |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
Note on Marking: The official notification specifies No Negative Marking for this exam.
BSSC Syllabus for Sports Trainer 2025
The syllabus is divided into two parts: Part-A (General Knowledge) and Part-B (Sports Specific, which covers General/Scientific Principles, Conditioning, and Methods of Sports Training).
1. Part-A: General Knowledge (Total Marks: 30)
| Subject | Topics Covered |
| Current Affairs and History | Freedom Fighters and Important Personalities of Bihar, Sports History of Bihar, Current National and International sports events. |
| Major Games/Events | Olympics (Ancient/Modern), Commonwealth Games, Asian Games & National Games—Historical Background, Significance, IOC functions, Organization & Conduct of Games, Winter and Para Olympic introduction. |
2. Part-B: General/ Scientific Principles, Conditioning and Methods of Sports Training (Total Marks: 120)
This section is comprehensive and covers core sports science disciplines:
| Discipline | Key Topics Covered |
| Scientific Sports Training | Meaning, Definition, Principles (Load, Overload, Compensation), Methods (Altitude Training, Cross Training, Circuit Training), Classification of Exercise, Warm-up, Strength Training, Periodization (Types, Periods, Models), Training Plans (Macro, Meso, Session). |
| Motor Abilities | Introduction & Classification, Methods of developing Strength, Speed, Endurance, Flexibility & Coordination. |
| Anatomy & Exercise Physiology | Skeletal Muscles (Structure, Contraction), Cardiovascular System (Heart function, Blood Circulation, Bioenergetics, Lactic Acid), Respiratory System (Respiration, Anaerobic Threshold, High Altitude Training), Energy Metabolism (ATP-CP, Glycolysis, Glycogen Loading). |
| Sports Biochemistry | Exercise Metabolism (Anabolism/Catabolism), Storage of Fuels (Carbohydrates, Lipid), Lactic Acid Metabolism, Hydration. |
| Sports Psychology & Sociology | Personality, Emotional Processes (Stress, Anxiety, Aggression), Motivation (Types, Goal Setting), Psychological Preparation (Pre-Competition), Team Behaviour, Sociological Issues. |
| Biomechanics & Kinesiology | Planes & Axes, Forms of Motion (Linear, Angular), Newton’s Laws, Projectile Motion, Forces, Levers, Equilibrium & Stability. |
| Sports Medicine | Role in Sports, First Aid, Injuries (Types, Management, Prevention), Rehabilitation. |
| Technique/Skill/Tactic | Importance, Classification, Skill Development, Evaluation Methods. |
| Anti-Doping Rules | Introduction, Role of WADA & NADA, Doping Definition & Classification, Health Hazards, Testing Procedures, Prohibited Substances. |
| Coaching | Qualities of a Coach, Philosophy, Methods of Teaching & Coaching. |
