The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has set July 26, 2026 , as the examination date for the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Prelims. The detailed official notification is expected in May 2026 .
Online registration for the BPSC 72nd CCE Prelims is anticipated to begin in the second week of May 2026 . The examination process consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and an Interview.
Registration Requirements
Candidates must register online via the official BPSC website. Required documents include:
- 10th Marksheet
- 12th Marksheet
- Graduation Marksheet
- Category Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- PwD/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Active mobile number and email ID
- Scanned photograph (JPG/JPEG/PNG, 10-100 KB)
- Scanned signature (JPG/JPEG/PNG, 5-50 KB)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| Age Limit | 20 to 37 years |
| Nationality | Indian |
Exam Structure
The BPSC CCE involves multiple stages. The Prelims exam is objective, while the Mains exam is subjective. The Interview assesses personality and Bihar-specific knowledge.
| Stage | Total Marks | Paper Type | Key Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | 150 | Objective | History, Geography, Politics, Economics, Current Affairs, Science |
| Main | 900 | Subjective | Hindi Qualifying, GS Paper 1, GS Paper 2, Optional Subject |
| Interview | 120 | Panel-based Assessment | Personality, Communication, Bihar-related knowledge |