Bihar BPSC 71st Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination 2025: Apply Online for 1250 Government Posts
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced the much-awaited 71st Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination for 2025, opening up a golden opportunity for aspirants aiming to join Bihar’s administrative services. This year, a total of 1250 vacancies are available across various departments, making it one of the most significant recruitment drives by BPSC in recent times.
Key Dates to Remember
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Online Application Start: 2nd June 2025
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Last Date to Apply: 30th June 2025
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Last Date for Fee Payment: 30th June 2025
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Preliminary Exam Date: 30th August 2025
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Admit Card Release: To be announced before the exam
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the BPSC 71st Prelims, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India. For specialized posts like Financial Administrative Officer, a degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics is required.
Age Criteria (as of 1st August 2025):
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Minimum Age: 21 or 22 years (depending on the post)
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Maximum Age:
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General (Male): 37 years
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General (Female), OBC, EWS: 40 years
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SC/ST: 42 years
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Age relaxation applies as per government norms.
Application Fee
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General/OBC/Other State: ₹600
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SC/ST/PH (Bihar): ₹150
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Female Candidates (Bihar Domicile): ₹150
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Payment can be made online or offline.
Vacancy Details & Departments
The 1250 posts are distributed across various prestigious positions, including:
| Post/Service Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Sub-Divisional Officer / Senior Deputy Collector | 100 |
| Revenue Officer (Bihar Revenue Service) | 45 |
| Block Panchayat Raj Officer | 22 |
| Cooperative Extension Officer | 502 |
| Block Minority Welfare Officer | 459 |
| Financial Administrative Officer and equivalent | 79 |
| Labour Superintendent | 10 |
| Cane Officer | 17 |
| Block SC & ST Welfare Officer | 13 |
| Sub-Registrar / Joint Sub-Registrar | 3 |
| Post / Service Name | UR | EWS | EBC | BC | BC
Female |
SC | ST | Total
Post |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Divisional Officer / Senior Deputy Collector,
Bihar Administrative Service |
40 | 10 | 18 | 12 | 03 | 16 | 01 | 100 |
| Sub-Registrar / Joint Sub-Registrar, Prohibition,
Excise and Registration Department |
03 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 03 |
| Labour Superintendent,
Labour Resources Department |
03 | 01 | 05 | 0 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Cane Officer, Sugarcane Industries Department | 06 | 02 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 03 | 0 | 17 |
| Revenue Officer and equivalent,
(Bihar Revenue Service), Revenue and Land Reforms Dept. |
16 | 03 | 12 | 07 | 01 | 03 | 03 | 45 |
| Block Panchayat Raj Officer,
Panchayati Raj Department |
10 | 02 | 0 | 07 | 0 | 03 | 0 | 22 |
| Cooperative Extension Officer,
Cooperative Department |
269 | 50 | 58 | 61 | 12 | 52 | 0 | 502 |
| Block SC & ST Welfare Officer,
SC & ST Welfare Department |
04 | 01 | 0 | 04 | 0 | 03 | 01 | 13 |
| Block Minority Welfare Officer,
Minority Welfare Department |
183 | 46 | 83 | 55 | 14 | 74 | 04 | 459 |
| Financial Administrative Officer and equivalent,
(Bihar Financial Administration Service) |
36 | 08 | 09 | 12 | 02 | 11 | 01 | 79 |
For detailed, category-wise and department-wise vacancy breakup, refer to the official notification.
How to Apply Online for BPSC 71st Prelims 2025
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Visit the Official Website: Go to bpsc.bihar.gov.in or bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
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Register: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t already.
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Fill Application Form: Log in, fill in your details, upload scanned documents (photo, signature, ID proof, etc.), and double-check all entries.
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Pay the Application Fee: Choose your payment method and complete the transaction.
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Submit and Print: Preview your application, submit it, and take a printout of the final form for your records.
Selection Process
The recruitment process involves:
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Preliminary Exam: Objective-type test; qualifying marks required to proceed.
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Main Exam: Written papers, including General Studies and Hindi (qualifying only).
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Interview: For candidates shortlisted from the mains.
Why Consider BPSC 71st CCE?
This examination is a gateway to some of the most respected administrative roles in Bihar. With a transparent selection process and a wide range of posts, it’s an excellent opportunity for graduates to serve the state and build a rewarding career in public service.
Final Tips for Applicants
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Read the official notification thoroughly before applying to understand eligibility, syllabus, and exam pattern.
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Keep all documents ready (educational certificates, ID, scanned photo and signature).
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Apply early to avoid last-minute rush and technical issues.
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Stay updated with official announcements for admit card and exam details.
For more information and to download the official notification, visit the BPSC website
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