The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification for the 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025. This recruitment drive offers 1,264 vacancies (recently revised from 1,250) across prestigious administrative and executive positions in the Bihar government. It’s a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring for a stable and high-ranking government career.
- Exam Name: BPSC 71st CCE 2025
- Organization: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
- Total Vacancies: 1,264
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: https://bpsc.bih.nic.in
- Job Location: Bihar
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 30 May 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 2 June 2025 |
| Online Application End | 30 June 2025 |
| Prelims Exam (Tentative) | 30 August 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Last week of August 2025 (Expected) |
The BPSC 71st exam will recruit for high-profile roles including:
- Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- District Commandant
- Revenue Officer / Circle Officer
- Block Panchayat Raj Officer
- Assistant Director
- Sub-Registrar
- District Minority Welfare Officer
- Financial Administrative Officer
- Sugarcane Development Officer
Selected candidates will receive attractive pay as per 7th CPC Pay Levels:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale (INR) | Approx. In-hand Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SDO / DSP / District Commandant | Level 9 | ₹53,100–₹1,67,800 | ₹60,000–₹80,000 |
| Revenue Officer / Sub-Registrar | Level 8 / 9 | ₹47,600–₹1,51,100 | ₹55,000–₹75,000 |
| Financial Administrative Officer | Level 7 | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 | ₹50,000–₹70,000 |
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any stream. For Financial Administrative Officer: B.Com, B.A. (Economics/Math/Stats), or equivalent.
- Age Limit (as on 1 Aug 2025):
- Minimum: 21 or 22 years (depends on post)
- Maximum:
- General (Male): 37 years
- General (Female), OBC, EBC: 40 years
- SC/ST: 42 years
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / Other States | ₹600 |
| SC/ST (Bihar), Female (Bihar), PwD (40%+) | ₹150 |
| Biometric Fee (non-Aadhaar users) | ₹200 (extra) |
- Go to https://bpsc.bih.nic.in
- Click on “Apply Online” → “BPSC Online Application Portal”
- Register using mobile and email
- Login using generated credentials
- Fill out the application form with correct personal and educational details
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee via net banking, UPI, debit/credit card
- Submit and download/print the confirmation page
- Subject: General Studies
- Duration: 2 hours
- Marks: 150
- Negative Marking: 0.33 per wrong answer
- Qualifying Nature (not included in merit)
- General Hindi: 100 marks (Qualifying – 30% minimum)
- General Studies Paper I: 300 marks
- General Studies Paper II: 300 marks
- Optional Subject (as per chosen stream): 300 marks (only if applicable)
- Marks: 120
- Final selection based on Mains + Interview
The BPSC 71st CCE 2025 is a top opportunity for aspirants aiming to join the Bihar civil services. With over 1,260 vacancies and handsome pay packages, it’s the perfect time to begin preparation. Ensure you meet eligibility and apply online before 30 June 2025.
Stay updated on: https://bpsc.bih.nic.in for further announcements, admit cards, and exam updates.
