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BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Examination

Bihar Public Service Commission · State Public Service Commission (State PSC)

Published 20 Apr 2026 · Updated 25 Jul 2026

State PSC

Total Vacancies

325 Posts

Last Date to Apply

15 Jun 2026

Closed
Salary / Pay Scale

Level 7 to Level 9 of the state Pay Matrix

Qualification

Graduate

Bihar Public Service Commission notification for the 71st Combined Competitive Examination for various state administrative posts. Application window has closed.

Organization

Bihar Public Service Commission

Advt No.

BPSC/71-CCE/2026

Post Name

Various Posts

Total Vacancies

325

Pay Scale

Level 7 to Level 9 of the state Pay Matrix

Age Limit

20–37 years (as on 01 Aug 2026)

Apply Window

20 Apr 2026 – 15 Jun 2026

Exam Date

05 Jul 2026

Mode

online

Official Website

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Official Notification Document

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Eligibility Snapshot

Candidates with Graduate qualification are eligible to apply.

Qualification

Eligible States

Selection Process

Selection is through 3 stages.

  1. Preliminary Examination
  2. Main Examination
  3. Interview

Application Fee

Application fee varies by category — see the table below.

  • General / EWS₹150
  • OBC / EWS₹150
  • SC / ST / PwD₹40
  • Female₹40

Important Dates

Key dates for this recruitment are listed below.

  • Notification Release20 Apr 2026
  • Last Date to Apply15 Jun 2026
  • Preliminary Exam05 Jul 2026

How to Apply Step-by-Step for Bihar Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026

Apply online at the official website before 15 Jun 2026 by following the steps below.

  1. Visit official website: Click Here
  2. Click on the Registration / Apply Online section.
  3. Fill in required personal and academic details.
  4. Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature).
  5. Pay application fee and submit form.
  6. Download and print application copy for future reference.

Full Notification Details

About the Recruitment

The 71st Combined Competitive Examination recruits candidates for various administrative and allied services under the Government of Bihar, including Deputy Collector and Block Development Officer posts.

Eligibility Criteria

A Bachelor's degree in any discipline was required, with candidates aged between 20 and 37 years as on 1 August 2026.

Selection Process

Selection followed the standard three-stage process: Preliminary examination, Main written examination, and a personal interview for merit listing.

Current Status

The application window for this recruitment has closed. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 5 July 2026 — admitted candidates should check the admit card section for hall ticket downloads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can candidates still apply for BPSC 71st CCE?

No, the application window closed on 15 June 2026. Candidates should watch for the 72nd CCE notification for the next recruitment cycle.

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Karmosandhan Editorial Desk

Content Editor & Govt Job Expert

Updated 25 Jul 2026

Source: Official Notification published on Bihar Public Service Commission on 20 Apr 2026.

Disclaimer: Karmosandhan is an educational news portal and is not affiliated with any government body. All information provided is for educational and awareness purposes only. Please verify details from the official notification before applying.

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