Bihar BPSC 70th Final Result 2026 for 1957 Post

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) 70th Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is a prestigious state-level civil services examination conducted to recruit candidates for various administrative positions in the Bihar state government. This examination selects candidates for Group A and Group B officer posts across different departments including revenue, administration, police, taxation, and other state services. The 70th CCE aims to fill 1957 vacancies through a rigorous three-stage selection process comprising Prelims, Mains, and Interview. BPSC is the constitutional body responsible for recruiting qualified candidates to various civil service posts in Bihar. Successful candidates are appointed to prestigious positions such as Deputy Collector, DSP, Block Development Officer, and other gazetted officer roles in the Bihar state administration. This examination is considered one of the most competitive state-level civil services exams in India.

Important Dates

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution for BPSC 70th CCE:

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution
• Candidates appearing in the final year of their graduation may also apply (subject to passing before document verification)
• Professional degrees like MBBS, Engineering, CA, LLB from recognized institutions are also acceptable
• Degrees obtained through distance/correspondence mode from UGC recognized universities are valid

Age Limit

Age as on August 1, 2024:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Must be a domicile of Bihar state with valid residential certificate
• Residential certificate issued by competent authority of Bihar government required

How to Apply

1. Visit the official BPSC website at bpsc.bih.nic.in or onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for BPSC 70th CCE on the homepage
3. If new user, click on "New Registration" and fill basic details like name, email, mobile number
4. Verify email and mobile through OTP received
5. Login using registration ID and password
6. Fill the complete application form with personal, educational, and other required details
7. Upload scanned copies of recent photograph (50-100 KB, JPG format) and signature (20-50 KB, JPG format)
8. Preview the filled application form and make corrections if needed
9. Proceed to payment section and pay application fee through online mode (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
10. After successful payment, download and save the application form and payment receipt for future reference
11. Take multiple printouts of the submitted application form

Application Fees

Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Payment gateway charges are additional.

Selection Process

The selection process for BPSC 70th CCE consists of three stages:

1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) - A screening test of 150 marks comprising General Studies questions. This is qualifying in nature and marks are not counted for final merit. Candidates qualifying this stage (approximately 15-20 times the vacancies) are called for Mains examination.

1. Main Examination (Descriptive Type) - Written examination of 900 marks covering four compulsory papers: General Hindi (100 marks), General Studies Paper I (300 marks), General Studies Paper II (300 marks), and Optional Subject (200 marks). Performance in Mains determines 90% weightage in final merit.

1. Interview/Personality Test - Candidates shortlisted based on Mains performance (approximately 3 times the vacancies) are called for interview of 120 marks. The interview assesses personality, communication skills, mental alertness, and suitability for civil services.

1. Document Verification - Candidates finally selected based on combined marks of Mains and Interview undergo thorough document verification of educational qualifications, category certificates, and other credentials.

1. Medical Examination - Selected candidates must undergo medical fitness test as per Bihar government norms to ensure they are physically and mentally fit for civil service duties.

Final Merit List: Prepared based on total marks obtained in Mains (900 marks) + Interview (120 marks) = 1020 marks.

Examination Pattern

Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer (1/4th of the marks allotted to question)

Note: Prelims is only qualifying in nature. Marks not counted for final merit.

Main Examination (Descriptive Type)

Negative Marking in Mains: No negative marking

Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% marks required in each paper of Mains to qualify

Medium: Candidates can write Mains in Hindi or English (except General Hindi paper which is compulsory in Hindi)

Syllabus Details

Preliminary Examination - General Studies

#### History of India and Bihar

• Ancient Indian history and culture
• Medieval India - Mughal period, Bhakti and Sufi movements
• Modern Indian history - Freedom struggle, national movement
• Post-independence India - integration, reorganization
• History of Bihar - ancient, medieval, and modern periods
• Bihar's role in national freedom movement

#### Geography

• Physical geography of India and world
• Indian geography - climate, soil, water resources, minerals
• Geography of Bihar - rivers, regions, economic geography
• Environmental issues and ecology
• Climate change and sustainable development

#### Indian Polity and Governance

• Indian Constitution - features, fundamental rights, DPSP
• Union and State government - structure and functions
• Local governance - Panchayati Raj, urban local bodies
• Constitutional bodies and commissions
• Bihar government and administration

#### Economic and Social Development

• Indian economy - planning, sectors, reforms
• Economic development of Bihar
• Poverty, unemployment, social justice
• Population, education, health issues
• Government schemes for development

#### General Science

• Physics - mechanics, heat, light, electricity
• Chemistry - elements, compounds, acids, bases
• Biology - human body, diseases, nutrition
• Environmental science and ecology
• Recent developments in science and technology

#### Current Affairs

• National and international current events
• Sports and awards
• Books and authors
• Important personalities
• Bihar-specific current affairs

#### Miscellaneous

• Mental ability and logical reasoning
• Basic numeracy and data interpretation
• General awareness of Bihar

Main Examination Syllabus

#### Paper I - General Hindi (100 Marks)

• Essay writing in Hindi
• Grammar - संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय, मुहावरे, लोकोक्तियाँ
• Comprehension and précis writing
• Translation from English to Hindi
• Letter writing and application

#### Paper II - General Studies Paper I (300 Marks)

Modern Indian History (60 marks)

• Indian freedom struggle and national movement
• Post-independence consolidation and reorganization
• Role of Bihar in national movement

Indian Culture and Heritage (40 marks)

• Ancient and medieval Indian culture
• Art, architecture, literature
• Religious and philosophical traditions

Geography of India and Bihar (60 marks)

• Physical, social, and economic geography
• Natural resources and their utilization
• Environmental and ecological issues

Indian Society and Social Development (40 marks)

• Social structure, social issues
• Poverty, development, inclusion
• Women and child development

Statistics and Data Analysis (40 marks)

• Graphs, charts, tables interpretation
• Statistical measures and analysis
• Bihar-specific statistical data

Current Affairs (60 marks)

• National and international importance
• Sports, awards, books, personalities
• Bihar-specific current events

#### Paper III - General Studies Paper II (300 Marks)

Indian Polity (60 marks)

• Constitutional framework and features
• Fundamental rights and duties
• Union and State governments
• Local governance

Governance and Administration (60 marks)

• Public administration and good governance
• E-governance initiatives
• Transparency and accountability
• Civil services and reforms

Indian Economy (60 marks)

• Economic planning and development
• Major sectors - agriculture, industry, services
• Economic reforms and liberalization
• Financial institutions

Bihar Economy (40 marks)

• Economic profile of Bihar
• Agriculture, industry, infrastructure
• Development schemes and programmes

General Science (40 marks)

• Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics
• Science in everyday life
• Recent developments in science and technology

Mental Ability and Reasoning (40 marks)

• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Data interpretation

#### Paper IV - Optional Subject (200 Marks)

Candidates must choose ONE optional subject from the following list:

• Agriculture
• Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
• Anthropology
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Commerce and Accountancy
• Economics
• Electrical Engineering
• Geography
• Geology
• History
• Law
• Management
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science and International Relations
• Psychology
• Public Administration
• Sociology
• Statistics
• Zoology
• Hindi Literature
• English Literature
• Urdu Literature

Note: Detailed syllabus for each optional subject is available in the official BPSC notification.

Typical / Indicative salary structure for BPSC officers (7th Pay Commission rates):

Salary Components

Additional Benefits:

• Grade Pay and annual increments as per Bihar government rules
• Medical facilities for self and family
• Government accommodation or HRA
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension and retirement benefits under New Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Children education allowance
• Official vehicle and fuel allowance (for certain posts)

Note: Actual salary varies based on posting location (X, Y, Z class cities), specific post assigned, and allowances applicable. DA is revised twice yearly as per government orders.

BPSC officers enjoy excellent career progression within the Bihar state civil services. Promotions are based on seniority-cum-merit through Departmental Promotion Committees (DPC) held periodically. Officers can rise from entry-level positions like Deputy Collector (Level 10) to senior positions such as Additional Collector (Level 12), District Magistrate/Collector (Level 13), and Divisional Commissioner (Level 14) over their career spanning 30-35 years. Inter-departmental transfers and deputation opportunities to central government organizations are also available for deserving officers.

BPSC releases admit cards for Prelims, Mains, and Interview separately on its official website approximately 10-15 days before the respective examination dates. Candidates must login to the BPSC portal using their registration number and date of birth to download their admit cards. The admit card contains important details like examination center, reporting time, and instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License) to the examination center. No candidate is allowed entry without a valid admit card.

BPSC declares results in multiple stages - Prelims result (qualifying list), Mains result (shortlist for interview), and Final result (selection list). All results are published on the official BPSC website and candidates can check their results by entering their registration/roll number. The Prelims result typically contains roll numbers of qualified candidates, while Mains result shows marks obtained. The final result contains category-wise merit lists, marks secured in Mains and Interview, and final rank. Selected candidates are intimated through registered post for document verification and appointment formalities.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks for BPSC 70th CCE vary by category and competition level. For Prelims (150 marks), General category cutoff typically ranges between 70-85 marks (47-57%), BC/EBC around 60-75 marks (40-50%), and SC/ST around 50-65 marks (33-43%). For final selection based on Mains+Interview (1020 marks), General category cutoff usually ranges 525-575 marks (51-56%), BC/EBC around 475-525 marks (47-51%), and SC/ST around 425-475 marks (42-47%). Actual cutoffs depend on exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and candidates' performance in that particular year.

Examination Centers

BPSC conducts the 70th CCE examination across multiple centers in Bihar and select cities outside Bihar:

Within Bihar: Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Purnea, Ara, Begusarai, Katihar, Munger, Chhapra, Saharsa, Sasaram, Hajipur, Dehri, Siwan, Motihari, Bettiah, Samastipur, Gopalganj, Buxar, Jehanabad, Aurangabad, Nawada, Jamui, Lakhisarai, Sheikhpura, Madhubani, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Supaul, Araria, Kishanganj, Madhepura, Khagaria

Outside Bihar (Limited Centers): New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ranchi (for outstation candidates)

Note: Candidates can choose their preferred examination center during the application process, subject to availability. BPSC reserves the right to add/delete examination centers and change center allocation depending on administrative feasibility.