BPSC CCE 2026 Notification — 2,035 Vacancies, Apply Online
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BPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) recruits SDO, DSP, BDO and allied Group A/B officers for Bihar. Three stages: Prelims (objective, qualifying) → Mains (4 GS + Hindi + Optional, 900 marks) → Interview (120 marks).
Total Vacancies
2,035
Conducting Body
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Age Limit
20–37 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
Important Dates
- Application Start
- Monday, 15 July 2024
- Last Date to Apply
- Monday, 30 September 2024
- Exam Date
- Saturday, 28 February 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- Thursday, 1 August 2024
Salary & Pay Scale
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Pay Level 10–12, post-wise)
Eligibility
Graduation (any discipline)
How to Apply
- Confirm age, qualification and category eligibility against the official PDF.
- Register on bpsc.bih.nic.in.
- Upload photograph and signature using our photo resizer for exact KB specs.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and save the confirmation page.
Previous Year Papers
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Latest Updates
- BPSC 70th CCE Personality Test was conducted from 21 January to 28 February 2026 at BPSC Office, Patna.
- Final result was expected in April/May 2026 per BPSC exam calendar (dated 2 Feb 2026) — still pending with no revised date announced.
- Candidates report the recruitment cycle has run 18+ months since prelims (December 2024); #Declare70thBPSCResult trending on social media.
- 2,035 vacancies under Integrated 70th CCE — prelims result on 23 Jan 2025; mains held 25–30 Apr 2025.
- Official vacancy vs recommendation history FY 2022–25 — 66th–70th CCE trend & post-wise tables.
- Download interview letter via Candidate Login on bpsc.bihar.gov.in (OTR credentials).
BPSC CCE 2026 — Key Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Posts | SDO, DSP, BDO, Revenue Officer & allied services |
| Vacancies (70th CCE) | 2,035 |
| Qualification | Graduation (any discipline) |
| Age Limit | 20–37 years |
| Exam Pattern | Prelims → Mains → Interview |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam — General Studies (150 marks, qualifying)
- Main Examination — 4 GS papers + Hindi + Optional (900 marks)
- Personality Test / Interview — 120 marks
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern
- • Prelims: 150 MCQs, 2 hours — marks not counted in final merit (screening only)
- • Mains: descriptive papers; Hindi Essay compulsory
- • Optional subject chosen at application — 3 papers, 200 marks each
- • Interview: 120 marks — board assesses personality, communication and administrative aptitude
- • Final merit = Mains written + Interview (Prelims marks excluded)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Prelims — General Studies (MCQ) | 150 | 150 |
| Mains — GS Paper I | 1 | 200 |
| Mains — GS Paper II | 1 | 200 |
| Mains — Optional (3 papers) | 3 | 600 |
| Mains — Hindi Essay | 2 | 100 |
| Personality Test / Interview | 1 | 120 |
Syllabus Overview
Prelims GS (150 marks)
- History
- Geography
- Polity
- Economy
- Science
- Bihar GK
- Current Affairs
Mains GS I (200 marks)
- Indian Heritage
- History
- Geography
- Society
Mains GS II (200 marks)
- Polity
- Governance
- Social Justice
- International Relations
Mains GS III (200 marks)
- Economy
- Agriculture
- Science & Tech
- Environment
- Security
Previous Year Cut-off (Indicative)
| Category | Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 82 / 150 |
| OBC (NCL) | 74 / 150 |
| SC | 68 / 150 |
| ST | 64 / 150 |
Preparation Tips
- Bihar-specific GK is heavily tested — study Bihar history, geography and culture.
- Optional subject choice in Mains is critical — pick your graduation subject.
- Check official BPSC syllabus PDFs on bpsc.bihar.gov.in for latest updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is BPSC CCE qualification?
- Graduation from a recognised university. Final year students can apply if they graduate before document verification.
- How many stages in BPSC CCE?
- Three — Prelims (qualifying), Mains (900 marks), Interview (120 marks).
- What is the age limit for Bihar Public Service Commission — 70th CCE 2026?
- For the General category the minimum age is 20 years and the maximum is 37 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Thursday, 1 August 2024.
- How do I apply for Bihar Public Service Commission — 70th CCE 2026?
- Visit the authorised website for Bihar Public Service Commission (https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Monday, 30 September 2024 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
- What is the last date to apply for Bihar Public Service Commission — 70th CCE 2026?
- The closing date was Monday, 30 September 2024 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Saturday, 28 February 2026.
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