BPSC Prelims Exam BPSC Exam Prelims 2026 Mock Test Series

• Carry a printed copy of the e-Admit Card and a valid original photo ID proof.
• Reach the examination center at least 60 minutes before the scheduled reporting time.
• Use only a blue or black ballpoint pen for marking OMR sheets.
• Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, are strictly prohibited inside the hall.
• Do not mark multiple bubbles for a single question as it leads to invalidation.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) for administrative services. Candidates must monitor the official portal at bpsc.bih.nic.in for the latest notifications. The commission has mandated the use of OMR-based examinations with a specific focus on negative marking criteria introduced in recent cycles. All applicants must ensure their One-Time Registration (OTR) profile is updated with verified Aadhar credentials to prevent application rejection during the preliminary stage.

Follow these steps to download the official BPSC CCE notification:

• Visit the official website: https://www.bpsc.bih.nic.in/.
• Navigate to the 'Important Notice' or 'Apply Online' section.
• Click on the link titled 'Combined Competitive Examination Notification'.
• Download the PDF file directly from the secure server.
• Verify the document using the official BPSC watermark and Controller of Examination signature.

The BPSC CCE vacancy distribution is published per the official notification. The breakdown includes:

• General (UR): Category-specific quotas as per Bihar Reservation Rules.
• EWS: 10% horizontal reservation.
• OBC/EBC: Vertical reservation as per state mandates.
• SC/ST: Vertical reservation as per state mandates.
• Women (35% horizontal): Specified in the official post-wise list.

Fees are payable via online banking/debit/credit card:

• General/OBC: INR 600
• SC/ST (Bihar Domicile): INR 150
• Female (Bihar Domicile): INR 150
• PwBD (40% or more): INR 150

The minimum age limit is 20, 21, or 22 years depending on the specific post, with a maximum age limit of 37 years for General (Male) candidates as per the crucial date mentioned in the notification.

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC/EBC: 3 years
• Female (All Categories): 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years plus length of service

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university. For specialized posts like Account Officer, a degree in Commerce, Economics, or Mathematics may be required. There are no specific physical standard requirements for administrative posts, but Police services require specific height and chest measurements defined in the official brochure.

1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
2. Main Examination (Descriptive Type)
3. Personal Interview (Personality Test)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Note: Negative marking is applicable at 1/3rd marks per incorrect answer.

BPSC officers fall under the 7th Pay Commission scale. Basic pay ranges from INR 35,400 to INR 53,100 (Level 7 to Level 9), supplemented by Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Medical Allowance as per Bihar Government norms.

Download the admit card via the 'Candidate Login' portal at onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in. Candidates must carry the downloaded hall ticket, two passport-sized photographs, and an original photo ID (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, or Driving License) to the exam center.

The BPSC releases a provisional answer key shortly after the exam. Candidates may submit objections through the official portal within the stipulated timeline by paying a nominal fee per question. Final keys are published after expert committee review.

Results are calculated based on the number of correct answers minus the negative marks. The final merit list is prepared post-normalization of scores across different sets if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts. The commission publishes the result as a PDF list of successful roll numbers.

Focus on high-weightage topics: History of Bihar, Indian National Movement, Current Affairs, and General Science. Utilize the 'Lucent's GK' for static facts and 'Bihar Samagra' for regional data. Practice previous 10 years' question papers to understand the recurring pattern of BPSC examiners. Maintain a daily schedule for current affairs and dedicate the final month exclusively to revision.

The following data represents the official cut-off marks for the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination, sourced directly from official result notifications published by the BPSC. Data points are presented as per the final revised result write-ups issued by the commission.

BPSC 69th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination (2023)

Source: Official BPSC Result Write-up, 69th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination, Dated: 31-10-2023.

BPSC 68th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination (2023)

Source: Official BPSC Result Write-up, 68th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination, Dated: 27-03-2023.

BPSC 67th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination (2022)

Source: Official BPSC Revised Result Write-up, 67th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination, Dated: 17-11-2022.