Overview
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has revised the examination schedule for the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026. The preliminary examination, earlier expected to be held on July 26, is now tentatively scheduled for October 25, 2026, for recruitment to 1,186 vacancies across various Bihar government services and departments.
Candidates should regularly check the commission’s website for the detailed notification, confirmed examination programme and admit card updates.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | Various posts under the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination |
| Total Vacancies | 1,186 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | October 25, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Result Date | TBA |
The previously proposed preliminary examination date of July 26, 2026, has been postponed. The October 25 date remains tentative until BPSC publishes a final examination calendar or a separate confirmation notice.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a university recognised by the Central or state government.
- Candidates holding an equivalent qualification recognised under applicable rules may also apply.
- The required qualification must generally be completed by the eligibility cut-off date specified in the detailed advertisement.
- Certain services or posts may carry additional subject, physical or professional requirements. Applicants must check the post-wise eligibility conditions before submitting the form.
- Candidates awaiting their final qualifying result should apply only if permitted under the official notification.
Age Limit
- The minimum age is expected to vary by post and may be 20, 21 or 22 years.
- The usual upper-age limit is 37 years for unreserved male candidates.
- The upper-age limit is generally 40 years for unreserved women and BC/EBC candidates.
- The upper-age limit is generally 42 years for SC/ST candidates.
- Additional relaxation may be available to eligible government employees, persons with benchmark disabilities, ex-servicemen and other notified categories.
- The exact age-calculation date and relaxation rules will be governed by the detailed BPSC 72nd CCE notification.
Fees
- General and other-state candidates: ₹600.
- Bihar SC/ST candidates: ₹150.
- Women candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar: ₹150.
- Persons with benchmark disabilities: ₹150.
- Candidates may also have to pay applicable biometric, portal or banking charges, subject to BPSC rules.
- The final category-wise fee and payment exemptions should be verified from the official advertisement before payment.
Selection Process
The BPSC 72nd CCE recruitment process is expected to consist of three principal stages:
- Preliminary Examination: An objective-type screening test used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. Preliminary marks are generally not added to the final merit score.
- Main Examination: Shortlisted candidates appear for descriptive papers covering general studies, language and other subjects prescribed in the syllabus.
- Interview and Document Verification: Candidates qualifying the Main Examination are called for a personality test. Final selection is prepared using Main Examination and interview marks, subject to eligibility and document verification.
Candidates may also be required to satisfy medical or physical standards where these are prescribed for a particular service.
How to Apply
- Visit the BPSC official website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in and open the online application or recruitment section.
- Find the link titled BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination 2026 and read the detailed advertisement carefully.
- Complete the online registration using an active mobile number and email address. Retain the generated registration credentials.
- Enter personal information, educational qualifications, category details, address and post preferences exactly as recorded in official documents.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the format and file size specified by the commission.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment facility. Check the payment status before proceeding.
- Preview the complete form and correct any errors before final submission. Changes may not be permitted after the correction window closes.
- Download and print the submitted application form and fee receipt for use during the examination and document-verification process.
Candidates who have already applied should not submit a second application unless BPSC specifically permits it. They should instead monitor the portal for the confirmed schedule and admit card release.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the revised BPSC 72nd CCE Prelims date?
The preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for October 25, 2026, after the July 26 examination was postponed.
2. How many vacancies are available through BPSC 72nd CCE 2026?
The recruitment drive covers 1,186 vacancies in various Bihar government services and departments.
3. What is the minimum qualification for BPSC 72nd CCE?
Candidates generally need a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. Post-specific requirements must be checked in the detailed notification.
