Tentative Prelims Date: 25 Oct 2026 (Exam Calendar)
BPSC Examination Calendar published on 14 Aug 2026 lists 25 Oct 2026 as the tentative Preliminary Examination date. The date is tentative and subject to revision upon publication of the final exam notice.
BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination
Total Vacancies
1,186 Revised Vacancies
Qualification
Graduate
Apply Deadline
10 Jun 2026
Exam Schedule
Preliminary Examination: 25 Oct 2026 (Tentative — Exam Calendar)
Official Recruitment Notification PDF
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Source: OFFICIAL WEBSITE • Verified: 2026-08-16
Job Summary & Overview
Bihar Combined Competitive Examination for Sub-Divisional Officer (SDM), Deputy SP, Revenue Officer, and Block Development Officer posts across state cadres.
Official Corrigenda & Updates History
Verified notices published by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Tentative Prelims Date: 25 Oct 2026 (Exam Calendar)
BPSC Examination Calendar published on 14 Aug 2026 lists 25 Oct 2026 as the tentative Preliminary Examination date. The date is tentative and subject to revision upon publication of the final exam notice.
72nd CCE Preliminary Examination Postponed
BPSC published official notice on 18 Jul 2026 confirming postponement of the Prelims originally scheduled for 26 Jul 2026. Fresh date TBA.
44 Sugarcane Officer Vacancies Deleted
Official corrigendum removed 44 Sugarcane Officer posts (Bihar Sugarcane Development Rules 2025). Total vacancies revised from 1,230 to 1,186.
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event / Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open Date | 2026-05-10 |
| Application Closing Date | 2026-06-10 |
Preliminary ExaminationTentative Schedule Source: BPSC Examination Calendar (14 Aug 2026) Tentative date listed in BPSC Examination Calendar (14 Aug 2026). Subject to revision / confirmation via final official notice. | 25 Oct 2026 (Tentative — Exam Calendar)Official Stage Notice |
Mains Written ExaminationNOT DECLARED | TBA |
Interview & Document VerificationNOT DECLARED | TBA |
Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale / Level |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Divisional Officer (SDM) | 220 | Level 9 (₹53,100–₹1,67,800) |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | 140 | Level 9 (₹53,100–₹1,67,800) |
| Revenue Officer & Circle Officer | 826 | Level 7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400) |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Age Limit Criteria
Calculated as of: 2026-08-01
- BC/EBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
Application Fee & Payment Modes
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female (Bihar Domicile) | ₹150 |
Selection Process
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step
- 1Applications for this cycle are closed.
- 2Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for 25 Oct 2026 as per BPSC Examination Calendar (published 14 Aug 2026).
- 3Important: This date is tentative and subject to revision upon release of the final official exam notice.
- 4Monitor bpsc.bih.nic.in for the official exam notification and subsequent admit card download schedule.
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