The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced its 71st Combined Competitive Preliminary Exam 2025, offering 1,298 vacancies across key administrative roles including DSP and Financial Administrative Officer. Online applications are open from 2 June to 30 June 2025. Graduate candidates from recognized universities are eligible, with selection through the Preliminary exam, Main exam, and interview. Age limits vary by category (21–42 years). Apply now via the official BPSC portal!
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 2 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 June 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 June 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 30 August 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 600/- |
| SC/ST / Female (Bihar) / PH | 150/- |
Payment methods include debit/credit cards, net-banking, IMPS, cash cards, and mobile wallets.
🎯 Age Criteria (As on 1 August 2025)
| Category | Age Range |
|---|---|
| UR (Male) | 21–37 yrs |
| UR (Female), BC/EBC (Male & Female) | 21–40 yrs |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 21–42 yrs |
| Certain posts (e.g., DSP) | Minimum 22 years |
Age relaxation applicable as per BPSC rules.
📌 Vacancies Overview (1,298 Posts)
| Post Title | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Various Administrative Posts | 1,171 |
| Financial Administrative Officers & Equivalents | 79 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | 14 |
| Newly Added Specialized Positions | 34 |
Detailed post-wise and category-wise information available in the official notification.
🎓 Eligibility Requirements
- General Posts: Any Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Financial/Admin & DSP Posts: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics.
📝 Selection Procedure
- Preliminary Examination (Objective-type questions)
- Main Examination (Descriptive + optional subjects)
- Interview (Personality Test) / Document Verification
📎 Documents Required
- Passport‑size photograph (white/light background)
- Signature (black/blue pen on white paper)
- Educational certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation)
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Other)
- Caste and domicile certificates (if applicable)
- Disability/NCC/Experience certificates (if applicable)
🖥️ How to Apply
- Go to bpsc.bihar.gov.in
- Locate and click on “71st CCE Online Application”
- Register with email ID and mobile number
- Fill personal, educational, and category details
- Upload scanned documents & pay fee
- Submit the form, and download/print the confirmation page
🔗 Quick Access Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| 📝 Apply Online | Click Here |
| 📄 Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| 📌 DSP Posts Notice | Click Here |
| 📌 Additional Posts Notice | Click Here |
| 🌐 BPSC Official Portal | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When is the last day to apply?
➡️ 30 June 2025
Q2: How many jobs are available?
➡️ 1,298 total vacancies
Q3: What is the age requirement?
➡️ Minimum 21 years, Maximum 42 years (depending on category)
Q4: When will the prelims exam be held?
➡️ 30 August 2025
Q5: Where can I apply?
➡️ On the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in
