BPSC 70th CCE Notification — Dates, Vacancies, Eligibility & Apply Online
BPSC 70th Combined Competitive Examination notification. Check expected dates, eligibility criteria, vacancies and application process.
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What is BPSC 70th CCE?
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) to recruit officers for various Group A and Group B posts in the Bihar state government. The 70th CCE is the next edition in the series, offering a gateway to prestigious positions like Deputy Collector, DSP, and other administrative roles in Bihar.
Important Dates
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | March 2026 (Expected) |
| Online Application Start | March 2026 (Expected) |
| Last Date to Apply | April 2026 (Expected) |
| Prelims Exam | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Mains Exam | October 2026 (Expected) |
| Interview | January–February 2027 (Expected) |
| Final Result | March 2027 (Expected) |
Note: All dates are tentative. BPSC often revises schedules. Monitor the official website regularly.
Vacancy Details
Total vacancies for the 70th CCE are yet to be announced (TBA). Recent BPSC CCEs have advertised between 500–2000 posts including:
- Deputy Collector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police
- Block Development Officer
- District Planning Officer
- Revenue Officer
- Rural Development Officer
- Various other administrative posts
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizen
- Age Limit: 20–37 years (relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST of Bihar, 3 years for OBC of Bihar, 2 years for female candidates of Bihar)
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
- Domicile: Bihar domicile required for certain reserved category benefits
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Expected) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / Female (Bihar) | ₹150 |
| PwD | ₹150 |
Based on previous BPSC CCE fee structure.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the BPSC official portal at bpsc.bih.nic.in
- Navigate to the "Apply Online" section
- Register using valid email and mobile number
- Fill the application form with personal, educational, and address details
- Upload photograph and signature in prescribed format
- Pay application fee through online mode
- Review, submit, and download the confirmation page
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: Single paper — General Studies (150 questions, 150 marks, 2 hours). Qualifying in nature for Mains.
- Main Examination: Written exam consisting of General Hindi (qualifying), General Studies Paper I & II, and one Optional Subject. Total 900 marks.
- Interview / Personality Test: 120 marks.
Exam Pattern
Prelims
| Details | Specification |
|---|---|
| Paper | General Studies |
| Questions | 150 |
| Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Negative Marking | No |
Mains
| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Hindi (Qualifying) | 100 | 3 hours |
| General Studies I | 300 | 3 hours |
| General Studies II | 300 | 3 hours |
| Optional Subject | 300 | 3 hours |
Syllabus (Brief Overview)
Prelims: General Science, National & International Events, Indian History, Bihar's Role in Indian Freedom Struggle, Geography (India & Bihar), Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Elementary Math, Mental Ability.
Mains GS-I: Indian Culture, Modern Indian History, Geography (India & World), Indian Society, Current Affairs.
Mains GS-II: Indian Polity & Governance, Economic & Social Development, Environment & Ecology, Science & Technology, International Relations, Ethics & Aptitude.
Optional: Choose from ~30 subjects including Hindi Literature, History, Geography, Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology, etc.
Preparation Tips
- Master Bihar-specific topics — BPSC gives significant weightage to Bihar's history, geography, and economy.
- No negative marking in Prelims — attempt all questions, but prepare thoroughly to maximize correct answers.
- Choose your optional wisely — pick a subject with good scoring potential and overlap with GS syllabus.
- Practice Hindi answer writing — General Hindi is qualifying but many candidates fail this paper.
- Use BPSC previous year papers — question patterns tend to repeat themes.
FAQs
Q: What is the expected number of vacancies in BPSC 70th CCE?
A: The exact vacancy count is TBA. Recent BPSC CCEs have advertised 500–2000 posts. The official notification will specify the exact number.
Q: Is there negative marking in BPSC Prelims?
A: No, BPSC Prelims does not have negative marking. You should attempt all 150 questions.
Q: What is the salary of a BPSC officer?
A: A Deputy Collector or DSP in Bihar starts at Pay Level 9–10 (₹53,100–₹1,67,800) under the 7th Pay Commission, plus allowances applicable in Bihar.
Q: Can candidates from other states apply for BPSC?
A: Yes, candidates from any state can apply. However, certain reserved category benefits (SC/ST/OBC/Female relaxations) are available only to Bihar domicile holders.
Q: Is the BPSC Mains exam subjective or objective?
A: BPSC Mains is a descriptive/subjective examination. Answers are written in essay/paragraph format. Candidates can write in Hindi or English.
Q: How many optional subjects can I choose?
A: You can choose one optional subject from the list provided by BPSC. The optional paper carries 300 marks.