BPSC 72nd Pre Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1186 Civil Services Vacancies
The Bihar Public Service Commission has officially released the BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026 notification for 1186 vacancies across various administrative and civil services posts in Bihar. Graduate candidates can now apply online through the official BPSC portal.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 05 May 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 07 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 31 May 2026
- Prelims Exam Date: 26 July 2026 (Tentative)
Vacancy Details
- Exam Name: BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination 2026
- Total Vacancies: 1186 Posts
- Earlier announced vacancies were revised from 1230 to 1186 after withdrawal of certain posts.
Major Posts Included
- Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Revenue Officer
- Rural Development Officer
- Block Panchayat Raj Officer
- Other Bihar Administrative Services
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institute.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 Years for General category
- Reserved categories receive age relaxation as per Bihar government rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
Exam Pattern Update
BPSC has introduced a new rule in prelims:
- Candidates must select Option ‘E’ for unanswered questions
- Failure to mark any option may result in negative marking.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / Other State Candidates: ₹600
- SC / ST / Female Candidates of Bihar: ₹150 (Approximate as per notification)
Key Highlights
- BPSC 72nd Notification 2026 Released
- Total 1186 Civil Services Vacancies
- Graduation mandatory for eligibility
- Applications active till 31 May 2026
- Prelims expected on 26 July 2026
- Excellent opportunity for Bihar civil services aspirants
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