BPSC

About BPSC Exam Notifications, Patterns & Cutoffs

The Bihar Public Service Commission is responsible for conducting BPSC Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) every year. This exam like other state civil services exams fulfills the aspirations of many to become an officer.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) stands as a cornerstone in the state's governance, orchestrating the annual Bihar Civil Services Examination. Established to recruit candidates for various administrative positions, BPSC plays a pivotal role in shaping the state's bureaucracy. With a commitment to fair and transparent selection processes, the commission evaluates candidates on diverse parameters, ensuring the induction of competent individuals into the civil services. As a dynamic institution, BPSC not only seeks to identify top talent but also contributes significantly to the socio- economic development of Bihar by fostering a capable and dedicated administrative cadre.

Candidates, particularly those from Hindi medium, preparing for Civil Services Examination often participate in both Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and Bihar State Service Examination by BPSC. Despite differences in question nature, understanding UPSC's syllabus for both preliminary and mains exams proves crucial. Proficiently studying UPSC's syllabus along with the state-specific syllabus enhances success in the Bihar State Service Examination, underlining its meaningful role in the preparation process for aspirants aiming for success in both prestigious exams.

70 th BPSC Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Notification – Click Here

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BPSC Pattern

The BPSC Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission and it is a 3-stage examination

Preliminary Examination (OMR based Objective Questions)
Mains Examination (Subjective Questions)
Interview

Stages of Examination	Type of the Exam/Duration	Marks	Medium
BPSC Prelims Exam	General Studies-Objective (2 Hours)	150	Hindi & English
BPSC Mains Exam	General Studies Hindi (3 hours) – (Qualifying, minimum 30%)	100	Hindi
	General Studies-I (3 hours)	300	Hindi & English
	General Studies-II (3 hours)	300	Hindi & English
	Essay (3 Hours)	300	Hindi & English
	Optional Papers (3 Hours) - (Objective Type & Qualifying)	100	Hindi & English
BPSC Interview	Personality Test	120	Hindi & English