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BPSC (Bihar Civil Services) — Dates, Pattern & Free Mock Tests
Bihar's combined competitive exam for state administrative services. Prelims (objective), Mains (descriptive) and Interview.
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NotifiedTwo live cycles — 71st at Mains-result stage; 72nd (1186 vacancies) is the next exam, Prelims 26 July 2026.
Dates as of 27 June 2026. Always confirm on the official site: bpsc.bihar.gov.in
Exam pattern
Prelims
General Studies — 150 Q, 150 marks, 2 hrs. Negative marking applies (varies by cycle). Bilingual.
Mains
GS Paper I & II + Essay (merit) + General Hindi (qualifying, 30%). Optional now qualifying-only.
Interview
Personality test.
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