BPSC
Complete Guide: Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Vacancies & Online Apply Process
What Is BPSC?
The
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is the state-level agency in
Bihar responsible for conducting civil service examinations, teacher
recruitment exams, and other competitive recruitment drives. Its role is
analogous to other state public service commissions: to select capable
candidates for various government posts in Bihar.
BPSC
is crucial for many aspirants in Bihar because it opens up access to
administrative roles, developmental posts, and education-sector jobs in the
state government.
Key Facts & Recent Data about
BPSC
Here are
some up-to-date, real-world facts about BPSC:
- For the 71st Combined
Competitive Examination (CCE), BPSC has announced 1,250 posts
for 2025.
- The preliminary exam date
for that recruitment was on 13 September 2025, according to BPSC’s
exam calendar.
- The online registration window
for BPSC 71 CCE was from 2 June to 30 June 2025.
- In this exam, more than 4.70
lakh (470,000+) candidates applied.
- The attendance for the prelim
exam was 64.3%, held across 912 centres in 37 districts.
- BPSC has announced 935
vacancies for AEDO (Assistant Education Development Officer) posts.
- For teacher recruitment, BPSC
is planning TRE 4.0, which could hire tens of thousands of teachers
in Bihar.
These
numbers highlight how big and important BPSC exams are for government
recruitment in Bihar.
BPSC Structure: Exam Types &
Recruitment Drives
BPSC
conducts a variety of exams for different purposes. Here’s a breakdown:
|
Type of Exam / Recruitment
|
What It Is For
|
|
Combined Competitive Examination
(CCE)
|
For administrative posts, civil
services roles, and other general state cadre roles.
|
|
Teacher Recruitment Examination
(TRE)
|
Hiring teachers in government
schools, primary to higher secondary. For example, TRE 4.0 is a major
upcoming drive.
|
|
AEDO Recruitment
|
For Assistant Education
Development Officers. BPSC has announced 935 AEDO vacancies.
|
|
Special Teacher Recruitment
|
Specifically for special education
teachers in Bihar.
|
BPSC Eligibility Criteria
While
specific eligibility depends on the post, some common criteria for BPSC CCE
are:
- Educational Qualification: A bachelor’s degree from a
recognized university is often required.
- Age Limit: For many posts, candidates
must be between 20 to 37 years (this varies depending on category).
- Nationality / Residency: Usually, candidates must be
Indian citizens, and often must be residents of Bihar (or meet certain
state-specific criteria).
- Other Requirements: Depending on the post (e.g.,
teacher, AEDO), there might be additional requirements like B.Ed, or
specific training.
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Understanding
the BPSC exam flow is critical. Here’s how BPSC generally structures its major
exams (especially CCE):
- Preliminary Exam
- Objective type
(multiple-choice)
- Qualifying in nature
- Tests general studies, current
affairs, aptitude, etc.
- Main Exam
- Written descriptive exam
- Several papers: general
studies, optional subjects, language, essays
- Total marks are usually much
higher than prelims (depending on year)
- Interview / Personality Test
- After mains, selected
candidates go through a personal interview
- Final merit list is prepared
based on total marks of mains + interview (plus prelim as per rules)
Important Dates & Calendar
Below is a
simplified BPSC Exam Calendar (based on most recent publicly available
schedule):
|
Stage
|
Tentative / Confirmed Dates
|
|
BPSC
71st CCE Registration
|
2 June – 30 June 2025
|
|
Prelims
Exam
|
13 September 2025
|
|
Prelims
Result
|
To
be announced (check BPSC website)
|
|
Mains
Exam
|
Expected
to occur in Dec 2025 / early 2026 as per calendar
|
Note: Dates are often tentative, so
always refer to the official BPSC website for the latest updates.
How to Apply: BPSC Online Process
Here’s a
step-by-step guide for BPSC online application:
- Register for BPSC One Time
Registration (OTR)
- Visit the BPSC portal →
“candidate/login” for new registration.
- Login
- After OTR, use your
credentials to log in.
- Fill Application Form
- Enter personal details,
educational qualifications, category, etc.
- Upload Documents
- Usually includes mark sheets,
identity proof, photo, signature.
- Pay Application Fee
- Payment is done online; fees
depend on category.
- Submit and Take Acknowledgement
- Save the acknowledgement
receipt or confirmation for future reference.
Tips for BPSC Exam Preparation
To
maximize your chances of success:
- Make a Study Plan: Cover GS (General Studies),
current affairs, optional subjects, and language.
- Use Previous Year Question
Papers:
Solve BPSC PYQs to understand trends.
- Take Mock Tests: Simulate exam conditions,
especially for prelims.
- Revision Strategy: Keep revising in cycles;
current affairs should be updated regularly.
- Answer Writing Practice: For mains, practice writing
full-length answers within time.
- Stay Updated: Keep track of the BPSC
calendar, notifications, and changes via the official website.
Challenges & Considerations
- High Competition: Thousands of aspirants
compete for limited seats (e.g., 1,250 for the 71st CCE)
- Attendance Issues: In the 71st prelim, there
were biometric attendance challenges, but physical attendance was used as
fallback.
- Recruitment Delays: Exam schedules and results
might shift; candidates should stay flexible.
- Paper Leak / Irregularities: Reports and controversies
have happened in past BPSC exams (candidates should be cautious and rely
on official sources).
Why BPSC Matters for Aspirants
- Gateway to Bihar Government
Jobs:
Whether you aim for administrative services or teacher roles, BPSC is the
central recruiting body.
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