Notification Details
Important Notice: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the 72nd Integrated Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination 2026 for recruitment to 1,186 posts across various Class I and Class II Group A and Group B services of the Bihar Government. Applications are open from 07 May 2026.
Overview
| Organization | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Exam Name | 72nd Integrated Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination |
| Total Vacancies | 1,186 |
| Service Type | Bihar Government Group A & Group B (Class I & II) Services |
| Application Mode | Online via bpsconline.bihar.gov.in |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (All Categories) |
| Official Website | https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 07 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 May 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Vacancy Details – Category Wise
| Post Group | UR | EWS | EBC | BC | BC (Female) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various Posts (General Stream) | 466 | 105 | 180 | 124 | 31 | 162 | 9 | 1,077 |
| Financial Administrative & Other Posts | 24 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 53 |
| Total | 490 | 110 | 186 | 133 | 35 | 166 | 10 | 1,186 |
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (Male) | 21 Years | 37 Years |
| Unreserved (Female) | 21 Years | 40 Years |
| OBC / EBC / BC (Male) | 21 Years | 40 Years (+3 Years) |
| OBC / EBC / BC (Female) | 21 Years | 43 Years |
| SC / ST (Male) | 21 Years | 42 Years (+5 Years) |
| SC / ST (Female) | 21 Years | 45 Years |
| PH / Divyang | 21 Years | As per BPSC norms |
Educational Qualification
- Various Posts (1,033): Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university
- Financial Administrative Officer & Other Posts (153): Bachelor's Degree with at least one of the following subjects — Home Science, Psychology, Sociology, Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics
- Final year degree students may also apply; proof of passing required before document verification
Exam Pattern – Preliminary Examination
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I (Preliminary) | General Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs) | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
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• Objective type (MCQ) — 4 options per question • Negative marking: 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer • Questions in both Hindi and English • This is a qualifying / screening exam; marks are not counted in final merit | ||||
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (General / BC / EBC / SC / ST / Female / PH) | ₹100 |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI) |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (PT): 150-mark objective paper in General Studies — qualifying / screening stage only
- Main Examination (Mains): Written descriptive papers for shortlisted candidates
- Interview / Personality Test: For candidates clearing the Mains
- Document Verification: Original certificates verified before final appointment
How to Apply
- Visit the BPSC online application portal: https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully
- Upload scanned photo, signature, left thumb impression, and required documents as per specifications
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 online before 31 May 2026
- Submit the application and download the confirmation for future reference
Required Documents
- Class 10 certificate (for date of birth and age proof)
- Bachelor's Degree certificate and marksheets
- Bihar domicile / permanent residential certificate
- Caste certificate (EBC / BC / SC / ST) issued by competent authority in Bihar
- EWS income and asset certificate (if applicable)
- PH / disability certificate (if applicable)
- Left thumb impression (for form submission)
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
Pro Tip: The BPSC Preliminary exam is purely objective and serves only as a screening tool — PT marks are NOT added to final merit. Focus on building strong GS fundamentals with emphasis on Bihar-specific history, polity, and economy alongside national current affairs. Avoid negative marking traps by skipping questions you're less than 60% confident about.
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