BPSC 71st CCE Syllabus 2026
Bihar Public Service Commission — 71st Combined Competitive Examination
BPSC CCE is conducted for recruitment to various Group A and B gazetted posts in the Bihar government. The exam pattern mirrors UPSC CSE but with a Bihar-specific focus in GS topics.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
- Age Limit
- 20–37 years (post-wise; relaxation for reserved categories)
Selection Process
- 1Preliminary (PT) — 1 paper
- 2Main Examination — 4 papers
- 3Interview
Exam Pattern
| Stage / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary | 150 | 150 | 2 hr | Objective MCQ (no negative marking) |
| Mains — General Hindi | — | 100 | 3 hr | Descriptive (qualifying — 30% required) |
| Mains — General Studies Paper I | — | 300 | 3 hr | Descriptive |
| Mains — General Studies Paper II | — | 300 | 3 hr | Descriptive |
| Mains — Optional Subject | — | 300 | 3 hr | Descriptive |
| Interview | — | 120 | — | Personality Test |
Detailed Syllabus
1
Preliminary — General Studies
General ScienceEvents of national and international importanceIndian History (with focus on Bihar)Geography of India (with focus on Bihar)Indian Polity & EconomyChange and Development in Bihar post-IndependenceIndian National Movement and the role of BiharGeneral Mental Ability
2
Mains — General Studies Paper I
Indian Culture & HeritageModern History of India & BiharStatistical Analysis, Graphs and DiagramsRole of science & technology in IndiaMental Ability
3
Mains — General Studies Paper II
Indian PolityIndian Economy & Bihar EconomyGeography of India & BiharRole and Impact of Science & TechnologyCurrent national & international eventsBihar-specific topics — development, culture, geography
🎯 Must-Prepare Topics for BPSC 71st CCE
Bihar History & Culture
Bihar Geography
Bihar Economy & Development
Indian Polity (Laxmikanth)
Current Affairs (Bihar-focus)
General Science (Class 9-10 NCERT)
Mains answer writing practice
Start Preparing for BPSC 71st CCE
Access free notes, current affairs and mock tests curated for BPSC 71st CCE aspirants.