Bihar BPSC 70th Final Result 2026 for 1957 Post

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) 70th Combined Competitive Examination is one of the state's most prestigious recruitment drives for various administrative and departmental posts under the Government of Bihar. This examination selects candidates for Group A and Group B positions across different departments including Revenue, Police, Commercial Tax, and other administrative services. The 70th CCE aims to fill approximately 1957 vacancies across multiple categories. BPSC conducts this exam annually to recruit talented individuals for state civil services positions. Selected candidates will serve in various capacities across Bihar's administrative machinery, contributing to governance and public service delivery.

Important Dates

Note: Dates are indicative and subject to official notification

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution. The degree must be awarded by a UGC-recognized university or equivalent. Candidates appearing in the final year of their degree examination are also eligible to apply, but they must produce the degree certificate at the time of interview.

Age Limit

Age as on August 1, 2025:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

Candidates must be:

• A citizen of India, OR
• A subject of Nepal, OR
• A subject of Bhutan, OR
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, OR
• A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or East African countries with intention of permanent settlement in India

Application Process

1. Visit the official BPSC website at www.bpsc.bih.nic.in or onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for 70th Combined Competitive Examination
3. Register yourself by providing basic details including name, email ID, mobile number, and creating a password
4. Verify your email and mobile number through OTP received
5. Login with your credentials and fill the complete application form with personal, educational, and contact details
6. Upload scanned copies of recent photograph (50 KB, JPG format) and signature (20 KB, JPG format)
7. Select your preferred exam centre from the available options
8. Pay the application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI)
9. Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference
10. Note down your Registration ID and Password for tracking application status

Application Fee

Selection Process

1. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test): An objective-type screening test consisting of 150 questions from General Studies. This is a qualifying exam designed to shortlist candidates for the Mains examination. Marks obtained in Prelims are not counted in final merit.

1. Main Examination (Written Test): A descriptive written examination consisting of two compulsory General Studies papers. This is the main examination where marks are counted for final merit. Candidates must score qualifying marks in both papers.

1. Interview/Personality Test: Shortlisted candidates from Mains are called for interview worth 120 marks. The interview panel assesses the candidate's personality, communication skills, general awareness, and suitability for civil services.

1. Document Verification: Candidates provisionally selected after interview undergo thorough document verification where all original certificates are checked for authenticity and eligibility criteria.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must undergo medical examination to ensure physical and mental fitness for the respective posts as per government standards.

1. Final Merit List: The final merit list is prepared based on combined marks of Mains (both papers) and Interview. Candidates are allocated posts based on merit and preference.

Preliminary Examination Pattern

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.

Main Examination Pattern

Note: Paper I (General Hindi) is qualifying in nature with minimum 30% marks required. Papers II and III are merit-based.

Negative Marking in Mains: No negative marking in descriptive papers.

Syllabus for BPSC 70th CCE

Preliminary Examination - General Studies

• Current Events: National and international current affairs, major events and developments
• History of India: Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History with emphasis on Indian National Movement
• Geography: Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and Bihar
• Indian Polity: Constitution of India, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues
• Economic and Social Development: Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, Sustainable Development
• General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Information Technology
• National and International Organizations: UN, WTO, IMF, World Bank, etc.
• Bihar Specific Topics: History, Geography, Economy, Culture and Society of Bihar

Main Examination Paper I - General Hindi

• Essay Writing
• Grammar (संधि, समास, उपसर्ग-प्रत्यय, मुहावरे-लोकोक्तियाँ)
• Sentence Formation and Comprehension
• Précis Writing
• Translation from English to Hindi and vice versa
• Official Correspondence and Report Writing

Main Examination Paper II - General Studies I

• Modern Indian History: Indian National Movement, Post-Independence Consolidation and Reorganization
• Indian Culture: Art Forms, Literature, Architecture, Festivals
• World Geography: Physical Geography, Natural Resources, Environmental Issues
• Indian Geography: Physical, Social, Economic Geography and Natural Resources of India
• Bihar Geography: Geographical features, Climate, Resources, Agriculture, Industries of Bihar
• Indian Society: Population Issues, Poverty, Urbanization, Social Empowerment
• Ethics and Human Values: Ethics in Public Administration, Emotional Intelligence

Main Examination Paper III - General Studies II

• Indian Polity: Constitution, Political System, Governance, Social Justice Mechanisms
• Economic Development: Economic Policies, Planning, Development Issues, Poverty and Hunger
• Science and Technology: Developments, Applications, IT, Space, Defense, Security
• Environmental Ecology: Climate Change, Biodiversity, Conservation, Pollution
• Disaster Management: Types, Prevention, Mitigation Strategies
• Internal Security: Challenges, Role of External State and Non-State Actors
• Bihar Economy: Agricultural, Industrial and Service Sector, Employment Issues
• Statistical Analysis: Data Interpretation, Graphs, Tables, Charts

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative - 7th Pay Commission)

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, LTC (Leave Travel Concession), Pension/NPS benefits, Government accommodation or HRA, Children education allowance, Annual increments of 3%

Career progression in BPSC services follows a structured promotional hierarchy based on seniority and performance. Officers typically start at Deputy Collector/DSP level and can progress to District Magistrate, Divisional Commissioner, and eventually to Secretary-level positions in state government departments. Promotions are usually time-bound with review after 4-5 years of service, and officers can also apply for deputation to central government organizations or All India Services through UPSC Special Recruitment Drives.

Admit cards for the BPSC 70th CCE Preliminary examination are released approximately 10-15 days before the exam date on the official BPSC website. Candidates must login to the official portal using their registration credentials to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including exam venue, reporting time, roll number, and exam instructions. No physical copies are sent by post, and candidates must bring a printed copy along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

The BPSC declares results in three stages: Prelims result (usually within 2-3 months after exam), Mains result (within 3-4 months after Mains exam), and Final result (within 2-3 months after interviews). Results are published on the official website with roll numbers of qualified candidates. The final result includes the merit list with marks obtained in Mains and Interview, and candidates are allocated services based on their rank, preference, and category. Detailed scorecards are available for download from the candidate login portal.

BPSC 70th CCE cutoff marks vary significantly by category and competition level. Typically, for Prelims examination, General category candidates need around 32-40% (48-60 marks out of 150), while reserved categories require 25-32% (37-48 marks). For Mains examination combined with Interview, General category cutoff is usually around 48-55% (420-500 marks out of 820), SC/ST around 40-45%, and BC/EBC around 43-48%. Cutoffs fluctuate annually based on exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and candidate performance.

Examination Centres

Within Bihar: Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Purnea, Ara, Begusarai, Chhapra, Sasaram, Motihari, Saharsa, Hajipur, Buxar, Katihar, Munger, Samastipur, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Siwan, Nawada, Aurangabad, Bettiah, Khagaria, Jehanabad

Outside Bihar (Limited Centres): New Delhi, Kolkata, Ranchi, Jamshedpur

Note: Centre allotment is subject to availability and administrative feasibility. BPSC reserves the right to add, delete, or change centres and shift candidates.