BPSC CCE 2026: eligibility, syllabus, cut-offs, salary and how to apply
BPSC Integrated Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination, conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). Posts: Bihar Administrative Service, Bihar Police Service and other State services.
| Vacancies | How often | Application fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1,186 (72nd CCE) | Once a year. | As set in the notification, with a lower fee for SC, ST, women and persons with disabilities resident in Bihar. |
Latest BPSC CCE notices
| Date | Kind | Notice | Board |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Sep 2026 | Corrigendum | Corrigendum: Integrated 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination – Reduction of 2 Vacancies of Deputy Superintendent of Police (BPS). · Exam guide | BPSC |
| 20 Jul 2026 | Corrigendum | Important Notice :- Regarding Postponement of 72nd CCE (Preliminary) Competitive Examination. · Exam guide | BPSC |
BPSC CCE eligibility: who can apply
| Requirement | Rule |
|---|---|
| Education | A degree from a recognised university. |
| Age | Minimum 20, 21 or 22 years depending on the post; maximum age is higher for women, backward classes, SC and ST as set by the Bihar government in the notification. |
| Domicile | Reservation and age relaxation apply only to residents of Bihar. |
BPSC CCE selection process
- Preliminary exam (screening)
- Main exam
- Interview
BPSC CCE exam pattern and marks
Preliminary exam
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 150 | 150 | 2 hours |
One-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Main exam and interview
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Hindi (qualifying, 30% needed) | 100 |
| General Studies Paper I | 300 |
| General Studies Paper II | 300 |
| Essay | 300 |
| Interview | 120 |
BPSC CCE syllabus
- General science, current events, history of India and Bihar, geography, Indian polity, economy and the national movement, with emphasis on Bihar; mental ability in the preliminary exam.
How to prepare for BPSC CCE
- Use NCERT basics and Bihar-specific history, geography and economy material.
- Practise previous BPSC papers from bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Prepare essay writing in Hindi or English for the main exam.
BPSC CCE previous cut-offs: 71st CCE, preliminary exam cut-offs (out of 150)
| Category | General | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 88.00 | 78.00 |
| EWS | 82.33 | 73.33 |
| BC | 84.00 | 73.67 |
| EBC | 81.00 | 71.33 |
| SC | 72.00 | 60.33 |
| ST | 71.33 | 65.67 |
| Backward class women (BCL) | 71.67 | - |
Declared on 18 November 2025. Source: BPSC result notice, as reported by Plutus IAS · Bihar Public Service Commission
Salary and posts after BPSC CCE
Gazetted and non-gazetted posts of the Bihar government: Bihar Administrative Service, Bihar Police Service, State tax, education, rural development and others.
| Post | Pay level and starting basic pay | What the work is |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Divisional Magistrate / Deputy Collector (Bihar Administrative Service) | Level 9 (Rs 53,100) | Revenue, magistrate and development administration of a sub-division. |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Bihar Police Service) | Level 9 (Rs 53,100) | Leads police in a sub-division. |
| Revenue Officer, Block Panchayati Raj Officer, Supply Inspector and others | Level 7 | Block-level revenue, panchayat and food supply work. |
Example: a candidate selected as Deputy Collector trains at the Bihar Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development and is posted as a Deputy Collector or Block Development Officer before becoming a Sub-Divisional Magistrate.
Pay levels are those of the Bihar pay matrix as given in the BPSC notification; Dearness Allowance and other allowances are paid on top.
BPSC CCE job profile and duties
- Land revenue and records, law and order
- Carrying out State and central schemes at block and sub-division level
- Elections and disaster relief
BPSC CCE promotions and promotion cycle
| Stage | Pay | When |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector → Senior Deputy Collector → Additional District Magistrate | Higher Bihar pay levels | By seniority and vacancies |
| IAS by promotion | Level 10 onward | By selection, after at least 8 years of State service |
State civil service officers can be appointed to the IAS by promotion, by selection, after at least 8 years of service as Deputy Collector or an equivalent post (IAS (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1955); State police service officers can enter the IPS the same way. Sources: BPSC posts and pay levels, as reported by Careers360 · Bihar Public Service Commission
How to apply for BPSC CCE, step by step
- Read the notification on bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Register on BPSC's online application portal and fill the application.
- Upload photo and signature, pay the fee and submit.
- Download the admit card from the BPSC website.
Sources: Bihar Public Service Commission. Rules, vacancies and dates change with each notification: read the official notification before applying.
BPSC CCE: common questions
How many vacancies are there in BPSC CCE?
1,186 in 72nd CCE. Notified for 1,230 and revised to 1,186. The 71st CCE had 1,298.
What is the age limit for BPSC CCE?
Minimum 20, 21 or 22 years depending on the post; maximum age is higher for women, backward classes, SC and ST as set by the Bihar government in the notification.
What qualification is needed for BPSC CCE?
A degree from a recognised university.
What is the selection process of BPSC CCE?
Preliminary exam (screening); Main exam; Interview.
What is the salary after BPSC CCE?
Sub-Divisional Magistrate / Deputy Collector (Bihar Administrative Service): Level 9 (Rs 53,100); Deputy Superintendent of Police (Bihar Police Service): Level 9 (Rs 53,100); Revenue Officer, Block Panchayati Raj Officer, Supply Inspector and others: Level 7. Pay levels are those of the Bihar pay matrix as given in the BPSC notification; Dearness Allowance and other allowances are paid on top..
What was the last cut-off of BPSC CCE?
71st CCE, preliminary exam cut-offs (out of 150): Unreserved 88.00, 78.00; EWS 82.33, 73.33. The full table is above.
What is the application fee for BPSC CCE?
As set in the notification, with a lower fee for SC, ST, women and persons with disabilities resident in Bihar.
How do I apply for BPSC CCE?
Read the notification on bpsc.bihar.gov.in. Register on BPSC's online application portal and fill the application. Upload photo and signature, pay the fee and submit. Apply only on the official website: https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in/