BPSC 72nd Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Check Full Stucture and Detailed Syllabus
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BPSC 72nd Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Check Full Stucture and Detailed Syllabus
BPSC 72nd Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 has been released by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) on its official website. This comprehensive guide covers the complete Prelims and Mains exam structure, detailed topic-wise syllabus, marking scheme, and preparation tips to help aspirants effectively prepare for the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026.
BPSC 72nd Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Exam Name | 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) |
| Vacancies | 1230 (approx.) |
| Prelims Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Interview |
| Official Website | www.bpsc.bih.nic.in |
| Syllabus Release Status | Released |
BPSC 72nd Selection Process
The BPSC 72nd CCE follows a three-stage process:
Preliminary Examination (Objective, Screening) Main Examination (Descriptive/Written) Interview/Personality Test
Only candidates clearing Prelims qualify for Mains; Mains qualifiers appear for the Interview.
BPSC 72nd Prelims Exam Pattern
| Papers | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours | 1/3 mark |
Nature: Objective (MCQs), single paper. Prelims is qualifying; marks are not counted for final merit. Questions in English and Hindi.
BPSC 72nd Prelims Syllabus
General Science: General understanding of science, including matters of everyday observation and experience; questions on science and technology. Current Affairs of National/International Importance: Topics related to important national and international current events. History of India and Bihar: General understanding of Indian history with special focus on Bihar’s historical aspects. Geography of India and Bihar: Physical, social and economic geography of India; major features of agriculture and natural resources. Indian Polity: Indian political system, Panchayati Raj, community development, and planning in India and Bihar. Indian Economy and Economy of Bihar: Post-independence Indian economy and Bihar’s economy. Indian National Movement & Contribution of Bihar: 19th-century resurgence, growth of nationalism, freedom movement, and Bihar’s role in independence. General Mental Ability: Logical reasoning, analytical ability, and basic mental aptitude questions.
BPSC 72nd Mains Exam Pattern
| Subject/Paper | Total Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Hindi (Qualifying) | 100 | 3 Hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies Paper 1 | 300 | 3 Hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies Paper 2 | 300 | 3 Hours | Descriptive |
Total Mains marks (merit): 900 (Hindi is qualifying only). Note: Some references mention an Essay paper separately; confirm with official notification for exact structure.
BPSC 72nd Mains Syllabus
General Hindi: Essay, Grammar, Syntax, Summarisation. (Class X/XII level, qualifying). General Studies Paper 1: Indian Culture; Modern History of India; Contemporary events of national and international importance; Statistical analysis, diagrams and graphs. General Studies Paper 2: Indian and Bihar Polity; Indian and Bihar Economy; Indian and Bihar Geography; Role and impact of Science and Technology in development of India and Bihar. Optional Subjects (One to be chosen): Agricultural Science; Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science; Anthropology; Botany; Chemistry; Civil Engineering; Commerce & Accountancy; Law; Economics; Electrical Engineering; Geography; Geology; History; Labour & Social Welfare; Management; Mathematics; Mechanical Engineering; Philosophy; Physics; Political Science & International Relations; Psychology; Public Administration; Sociology; Statistics; Zoology; Hindi Literature; English Literature; Urdu Literature; Bengali Literature; Sanskrit Literature; Persian Literature; Arabic Literature; Pali Literature; Maithili Literature.
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- Who released BPSC 72nd Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Check Full Stucture and Detailed Syllabus? Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) released BPSC 72nd Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Check Full Stucture and Detailed Syllabus.
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