
Patna, May 31, 2025 – The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the notification for the 71st Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025. The online application process will start on June 2 and continue until June 30 on the official website bpsc.bihar.gov.in. The exam aims to fill 1,250 vacancies across various government departments. The Preliminary Exam is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2025, and candidates must clear three stages: Preliminary (150 marks), Mains (900 marks), and Interview (120 marks) to qualify.
Eligible candidates must have a graduation degree from a recognized university and meet the age criteria, which vary by category—General males (21-37 years), General females/OBC/EWS (21-40 years), and SC/ST (21-42 years). The application fee ranges from Rs 150 to Rs 600 depending on the category, along with a mandatory biometric fee of Rs 200. Applicants are encouraged to register early and regularly check the official BPSC website for updates and detailed instructions on the application process.