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BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 notification has been officially released by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), Patna. The Bihar Lok Seva Aayog has invited online applications for the Ekikrit 72vi Sanyukt (Prarambhik) Pratiyogita Pariksha — the 72nd Integrated Combined Competitive Examination — for recruitment to a total of 1,421+ vacancies across multiple departments and posts of the Bihar State Government under both Saarni-I (Table 1) and Saarni-II (Table 2). Online applications can be submitted from 07 May 2026 to 31 May 2026 through the official BPSC website bpsc.bihar.gov.in. This is one of the biggest and most awaited Bihar Sarkari Naukri opportunities of 2026 for graduates across all streams, as the 72nd BPSC CCE covers Level-7 and Level-9 posts including SDO, DSP, Revenue Officer, Panchayat Raj Officer, Finance Administrative Officer, and many more prestigious Bihar Government posts.


BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Overview – Apply Online for 1421+ Vacancies Across Bihar Government Departments

ParticularDetails
OrganizationBihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) / Bihar Lok Seva Aayog
Exam NameEkikrit 72vi Sanyukt (Prarambhik) Pratiyogita Pariksha (72nd CCE)
Total Vacancies (Saarni-I)1,077 (General) + 344 (Women) = 1,421 posts
Total Vacancies (Saarni-II)153 + 15 posts (Women)
Pay LevelLevel-9 and Level-7 (Bihar Pay Matrix)
Recruitment TypeDirect Recruitment via Combined Competitive Exam
Application ModeOnline – bpsc.bihar.gov.in / bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
Application Start Date07 May 2026
Last Date to Apply31 May 2026
Application FeeRs. 100/- per exam (per post group)
Minimum Age (General)20 Years (as on 01.08.2026)
Maximum Age (General Male)37 Years
Domicile RequiredBihar Domicile (for reserved category benefits)
Exam Stage3 Stages – Preliminary (PT) + Mains (Written) + Personality Test (Interview)
Official Websitebpsc.bihar.gov.in

BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination 2026 is the most prestigious state-level Sarkari Naukri exam in Bihar. It covers a wide range of Group-A and Group-B gazetted posts across revenue, police, education, finance, agriculture, panchayat raj, and many other key departments of the Bihar State Government. Graduates from any recognized university can apply for the 72nd BPSC CCE 2026 and start their journey towards a top Bihar government job.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Vacancy Details – Saarni-I: Post-wise and Category-wise Complete Vacancy List

The following is the complete post-wise vacancy breakup under Saarni-I (72nd CCE). All posts are at Level-9 or Level-7 of the Bihar Pay Matrix:

S.No.Post Name / DepartmentPay LevelTotal PostsMin. Age
1Anumandal Padhaadhikari / Varishtha Upa Samaaharta, Bihar Prashasnik SevaLevel-9100 + 3422 Years
2Police Upadheekshak, Grih Vibhag (Arakshi Shakha)Level-922 + 0620 Years
3Rajya-Kar Sahayak Aayukt (Bihar Vitta Seva), Vanijya-Kar VibhagLevel-976 + 2322 Years
4Avar Nirvachan Padhaadhikari, Nirvachan VibhagLevel-907 + 0022 Years
5Avar Nibandhak / Sanyukt Avar Nibandhak, Madya Nisheth, Utpad evam Nibandhak VibhagLevel-903 + 0122 Years
6Shram Adhikshak, Shram Sansadhan VibhagLevel-910 + 0322 Years
7Sahayak Nibandhak, Sahayog Samitiya evam Samaksh, Sahkarita VibhagLevel-910 + 0122 Years
8Jila Ankekshan Padhaadhikari, Sahayog Samitiya evam Samaksh, Sahkarita VibhagLevel-902 + 0022 Years
9Bihar Shiksha Seva (Prashasnik Upa Samvarg), Shiksha VibhagLevel-909 + 0022 Years
10Jila Alpasankhyak Kalyan Padhaadhikari, Alpasankhyak Kalyan VibhagLevel-901 + 0022 Years
11Iksh Padhaadhikari, Ganna Udyog VibhagLevel-944 + 1422 Years
12Probeshon Padhaadhikari, Grih Vibhag (Kara)Level-904 + 0021 Years
13Sahayak Yojana Padhaadhikari / Sahayak Nirdeshak, Yojana evam Vikas VibhagLevel-910 + 0121 Years
14Nagar Karyapalak Padhaadhikari, Nagar Vikas evam Avas VibhagLevel-754 + 1821 Years
15Grameen Vikas Padhaadhikari (Bihar Grameen Vikas Seva Samvarg), Grameen Vikas VibhagLevel-765 + 2221 Years
16Rajaswa Adhikari evam Samaksh (Bihar Rajaswa Seva), Rajaswa evam Bhoomi Sudhar VibhagLevel-7365 + 12321 Years
17Prakhand Panchayat Raj Padhaadhikari (Bihar Panchayat Seva), Panchayati Raj VibhagLevel-770 + 2221 Years
18Sahkarita Prasar Padhaadhikari, Sahkarita VibhagLevel-7130 + 4721 Years
19Shram Pravarttan Padhaadhikari, Shram Sansadhan evam Pravasi Shramik Kalyan VibhagLevel-756 + 1921 Years
20Aapurti Nirikshak (Bihar Aapurti Seva), Khadya evam Upbhokta Sanrakshan VibhagLevel-731 + 1021 Years
21Prakhand Anu. Jati evam Anu. Janajati Kalyan Padhaadhikari (Bihar Anu. Jati evam Anu. Janajati Kalyan Padhaadhikari Samvarg)Level-705 + 0021 Years
22Prakhand Alpasankhyak Kalyan Padhaadhikari, Alpasankhyak Kalyan VibhagLevel-603 + 0022 Years
Grand Total (Saarni-I)1,077 + 344 = 1,421

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Vacancy Details – Saarni-II: Other Posts Vacancy Breakup

Apart from Saarni-I, the following posts are also included under Saarni-II (Other):

S.No.Post Name / DepartmentPay LevelTotal PostsMin. Age
01Bal Vikas Pariyojana Padhaadhikari (CDPO), Samaj Kalyan VibhagLevel-920 + 0621 Years
02Vitteeya Prashasnik Padhaadhikari evam Samaksh (Bihar Vitteeya Prashasnik Seva – FAO), Vitta VibhagLevel-932 + 0922 Years (Advance Vacancy 02 DD-01 & MD-01)
03Anumandal Sanrakshan Padhaadhikari, Samaj Kalyan Vibhag (Only Women)Level-9101 + 153 (Women Only Post)21 Years
Grand Total (Saarni-II)153 + 15 Women Posts

Note: The number of vacancies in both Saarni-I and Saarni-II may increase or decrease before the completion of the selection process, based on fresh requisitions received from the indenting departments. The final vacancy count will be published separately.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Eligibility – Educational Qualification for Each Post

S.No.Post / Exam NameRequired Educational Qualification
0172nd CCE (General Posts in Saarni-I)Graduate (Bachelor’s Degree) or equivalent from any recognized university. Passing the Graduation or equivalent examination is mandatory.
02Bal Vikas Pariyojana Padhaadhikari (CDPO)Graduation from any recognized university with at least one of the following elective subjects: (1) Home Science (2) Psychology (3) Sociology (4) Labour and Social Welfare. One of these subjects must be selected for the Mains examination.
03Vitteeya Prashasnik Padhaadhikari evam Samaksh (FAO)Graduation in Commerce, Economics, or Mathematics / Statistics from a recognized university or affiliated institution is mandatory.
04Anumandal Sanrakshan PadhaadhikariGraduation in Psychology or Law from a recognized university is required. One of these subjects — (1) Psychology or (2) Law — must be selected for the Mains examination.

Important Notes on Qualification: Candidates must provide complete information about their graduation or equivalent qualification while filling the online application. For posts that require a specific elective or optional subject, selecting the correct subject at the time of online application is mandatory — failing to do so will result in the candidature not being considered for that specific post.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Age Limit – Category Wise Age Details as on 01.08.2026

Age for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 is calculated as on 01 August 2026. Below is the category-wise age limit:

CategoryMinimum AgeMaximum Age
Unreserved Male (General)As per post (20/21/22 Years)37 Years
Unreserved Female (General)As per post40 Years
BC / EBC (Male & Female)As per post40 Years
SC / ST (Male & Female)As per post42 Years
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability)As per postMax Age + 10 Years additional relaxation
Ex-ServicemenUp to 57 Years (age as on date of application + military service period + 3 years relaxation)
Bihar Government Employees (in service)Max 5 years relaxation over the normal upper age limit, subject to maximum 5 attempts total since joining

Important: Age will be verified from the Matriculation or equivalent certificate only. For Saarni-I, minimum age is 22 years for posts Sl. No. 1–11, 20 years for DSP (Police), 21 years for posts Sl. No. 12 onwards. For Saarni-II posts 01 and 03, minimum age is 21 years, and for post 02 (FAO), it is 22 years.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Application Fee – Exam Fee Details and Payment Mode

Exam / Post GroupApplication Fee
Per exam (72nd CCE / CDPO / FAO / Anumandal Sanrakshan Padhaadhikari)Rs. 100/- (One Hundred Rupees Only) per examination
Candidates without Aadhaar Number in applicationRs. 200/- additional as Biometric Fee per examination

Fee is payable through Online mode via SBI Payment Gateway (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card). Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates must pay the fee separately for each examination / post group they wish to apply for.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Reservation Policy – Category Codes and Bihar-Specific Reservation Rules

S.No.Reservation CategoryCode
1Unreserved (UR)01
2Scheduled Caste (SC)02
3Scheduled Tribe (ST)03
4Extremely Backward Class (EBC)04
5Backward Class (BC)05
6Backward Class Ladies (BCL)06
7Economically Weaker Section (EWS)07

Key Reservation Points for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026:

  • Reservation benefit is available only to original residents (mool nivaasi) of Bihar. Candidates residing outside Bihar are not eligible for reservation benefits under this notification.
  • As per Bihar Government notification, a total 35% horizontal reservation is applicable for women candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar — for both reserved and unreserved categories — in all the posts advertised in this notification.
  • 4% horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) is applicable as per Bihar Government rules. Only Bihar domicile PwBD candidates can avail this benefit. A disability certificate from a Government Civil Surgeon / CMO is required.
  • 2% horizontal reservation is available for grandchildren (pota/poti/nati/natini) of freedom fighters who are eligible as per Bihar Government rules. A relevant certificate issued by the District Magistrate / DM-authorized officer is required.
  • EWS (10% reservation) is available for candidates belonging to the Economically Weaker Section as per Bihar Government notification No. 2622 dated 26.02.2019.
  • Married women candidates claiming reservation must have their caste / creamy layer certificate issued in their father’s name and address, not in their husband’s name.
  • Candidates who do not claim reservation in the online application form will not be eligible for reservation at any stage of the examination process.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Exam Pattern – Preliminary, Mains (Written) and Personality Test Structure

Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination (Part-1 / Screening Test):

  • The Preliminary Exam will be of General Studies subject with all Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
  • Total duration: 2 hours. Total marks: 150.
  • Each question will have five options (A, B, C, D, E). Candidates must choose one correct option. If a candidate does not wish to attempt a question, choosing option (E) is mandatory to avoid negative marking.
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd (one-third) marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
  • The Preliminary Exam is a screening test only. Marks scored in PT will NOT be counted in the final merit list.
  • Candidates selected for Mains will be 10 times the total number of vacancies (category-wise cut-off will apply).
  • Minimum qualifying marks in Preliminary Exam: UR – 40%, BC/EBC – 36.5%, EBC – 34%, SC/ST/Women/PwBD – 32%.
  • Syllabus for PT: General Science, National and International Current Events, History of India and Bihar, Geography (India and Bihar), Indian Polity and Economy, Bihar’s Economy post-independence, India’s National Movement and Bihar’s contribution, General Mental Ability.

Stage 2 – Mains (Written) Examination (Part-2):

PaperSubjectMarksDuration
Paper 1 (Compulsory)Samanya Hindi (General Hindi)100 Marks3 Hours (Qualifying – 30% required; not counted in merit)
Paper 2 (Compulsory)General Studies – First Paper300 Marks3 Hours
Paper 3 (Compulsory)General Studies – Second Paper300 Marks3 Hours
Paper 4 (Compulsory)Nibandh (Essay)300 Marks3 Hours
Optional PaperOne Optional Subject (chosen from 37+ subjects) – Only for 72nd CCE100 Marks (MCQ-based)2 Hours (Qualifying only; not counted in merit)

The Mains total merit score will be based on 900 marks (General Studies Papers 1, 2, and Essay). The optional paper and General Hindi are qualifying papers only. Minimum passing marks for each compulsory paper are fixed by the State Government — UR: 40%, BC/EBC: 36.5%, EBC: 34%, SC/ST/Women/PwBD: 32%.

Optional Subjects Available for 72nd CCE Mains: Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science, Anthropology, Botany, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Commerce and Accountancy, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Geography, Geology, History, Labour and Social Welfare, Law, Management, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science and International Relations, Psychology, Public Administration, Sociology, Statistics, Zoology, Hindi Language and Literature, English Language and Literature, Urdu, Bangla, Sanskrit, Persian, Arabic, Pali, Maithili, and more.

Stage 3 – Personality Test / Interview (Part-3):

  • Candidates qualifying the Mains Written Examination will be called for the Personality Test (Interview) carrying 120 marks.
  • Attendance at the Personality Test is mandatory for all shortlisted candidates. Absent candidates will not be included in the final merit list.
  • Candidates shortlisted for Personality Test will be 2.5 times the total number of vacancies (category-wise).

Final Merit List:

The Final Merit List for 72nd CCE will be prepared on the basis of a total of 1,020 marks — comprising Mains 900 marks + Personality Test 120 marks. For CDPO, FAO, and Anumandal Sanrakshan Padhaadhikari posts, merit will similarly be based on Mains 900 marks + Personality Test 120 marks = 1,020 marks total.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Important Dates – Application and Exam Schedule

EventDate
Online Application Start Date07 May 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application31 May 2026
Age Determination Date01 August 2026
Admit Card / Hall TicketAvailable on bpsc.bihar.gov.in before the exam date
Preliminary Exam DateTo be announced on bpsc.bihar.gov.in
Mains Exam DateTo be announced after PT result
Personality Test / InterviewTo be announced after Mains result
All Updates / CorrigendumPublished only on bpsc.bihar.gov.in

How to Apply for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 – Step by Step Online Application Guide via OTR

  1. Visit the official BPSC website at bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
  2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process first by clicking on “New User Registration.” OTR is mandatory for all candidates applying for any BPSC examination. OTR is not an application — it is only for creating your profile on the BPSC portal. Your OTR credentials will be used for all future BPSC applications.
  3. During OTR, fill your 6 profile steps: (1) Personal Information, (2) Address Information, (3) Other Information, (4) Qualification Information, (5) Experience Information, (6) Upload Live Photo and Signatures (Hindi + English both) and Lock Profile.
  4. After profile is locked, go to New Advertisement Tab and click on the 72nd CCE / Saarni-II advertisement. Select the specific post you wish to apply for.
  5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- per examination via SBI Payment Gateway online mode.
  6. After successful payment, click on the Apply Button for the selected advertisement and fill in the Application Form completely.
  7. Upload all required documents in PDF format (maximum 100 KB each) — Matriculation Certificate, Graduation Certificate, Category Certificate, Domicile Certificate, etc.
  8. Capture a live photo via webcam during the application process. Ensure a white / light background with good lighting for the photo.
  9. Submit the application form and download the Application Acknowledgement from My Account Tab. Take 4 printouts of the application form and keep them safely.
  10. Keep your Email ID and Mobile Number active until the final result is published, as BPSC communicates all exam updates, admit card links, and result notifications via these contact details.

Important: Multiple OTR registrations are not allowed. Once you lock your profile, no changes can be made after fee payment. Do not enter anyone else’s mobile number or email ID in the application form. If there is any error in the application form, cancel the application and re-apply with correct information before the last date. Hard copies of the application form must not be sent to the BPSC office.

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BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 – Documents Required at the Time of Personality Test (Interview)

  • Printout of submitted Online Application Form (downloaded from My Account Tab)
  • Matriculation / 10th Certificate (for date of birth verification)
  • Graduation or equivalent Degree Certificate / Provisional Certificate
  • SC / ST Caste Certificate (for SC/ST candidates)
  • Creamy Layer-free OBC Certificate for BC / EBC candidates (issued by competent State authority)
  • EWS Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates, issued by competent authority)
  • Permanent Residence / Domicile Certificate of Bihar
  • PwBD Disability Certificate from Government Civil Surgeon / CMO (if applicable)
  • Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
  • Freedom Fighter Grandchild Certificate from DM / authorized officer (if applicable)
  • Age relaxation certificate (if applicable)
  • Four recent passport-size photographs
  • Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Driving License / Passport)

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Important Links – Apply Online and Official Notification PDF

ActionLink
Apply Online (OTR + Application)Click Here
Official Notification PDFDownload
BPSC Official Websitebpsc.bihar.gov.in

FAQs – BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 (People Also Ask – Google Featured Snippet Optimized)

Q1. What is BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 and how many total vacancies are there?

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 (72nd Combined Competitive Examination) is an official Bihar State Government job notification released by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), Patna. It is one of the most prestigious Sarkari Naukri exams in Bihar, covering multiple gazetted posts across various departments. The total vacancies under this notification are 1,421 posts under Saarni-I (1,077 general + 344 women) plus 153+ posts under Saarni-II — making it a total of more than 1,500+ posts in all. Posts covered include Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO/SDM), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Revenue Officer, Panchayat Raj Officer, CDPO, FAO, Cooperative Extension Officer, Iksh Officer, and many more Level-7 and Level-9 posts in various Bihar government departments.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 is 31 May 2026. The online application portal opened on 07 May 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their OTR (One Time Registration) and application process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues on the BPSC online portal. Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted. Fee once paid is non-refundable. All notifications, corrigendum, and updates related to the 72nd CCE will be published only on the official BPSC website bpsc.bihar.gov.in — candidates should regularly check the website for any changes.

Q3. What is the qualification required for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026?

For the 72nd CCE general posts (Saarni-I), the minimum educational qualification is a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) or equivalent from any recognized university. Passing of graduation is mandatory. For the CDPO post, graduation with an elective subject in Home Science, Psychology, Sociology, or Labour and Social Welfare is required. For the FAO post, graduation in Commerce, Economics, or Mathematics / Statistics from a recognized university is mandatory. For the Anumandal Sanrakshan Padhaadhikari (Women Only), graduation in Psychology or Law is required. Candidates who have appeared in their final graduation exam can also apply, but must have passed by the time of interview / document verification.

Q4. What is the age limit for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026?

The age for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 is calculated as on 01 August 2026. For General / UR male candidates, the maximum age is 37 years and for females it is 40 years. For BC / EBC candidates (male and female), the maximum age is 40 years. For SC / ST candidates, the maximum age is 42 years. For PwBD candidates, an additional 10 years of relaxation is available over the respective category’s upper age limit. For Ex-Servicemen, the maximum age is up to 57 years subject to certain conditions. The minimum age varies by post — 20 years for DSP, 21 years for many Level-7 posts, and 22 years for Level-9 posts. Date of birth will be verified from the Matriculation / 10th certificate only.

Q5. What is the exam pattern and syllabus for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026?

The BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 has three stages. Stage 1 is the Preliminary Examination (Screening Test) — 150 marks, 2-hour duration, Objective MCQ-based General Studies paper with 1/3rd negative marking. Stage 2 is the Mains Written Examination — consisting of General Hindi (100 marks, qualifying), General Studies Paper 1 (300 marks), General Studies Paper 2 (300 marks), Essay/Nibandh (300 marks), and one Optional Subject Paper (100 marks, qualifying). Stage 3 is the Personality Test / Interview carrying 120 marks. The final merit list is prepared on 1,020 marks (Mains 900 + Interview 120). Passing the Preliminary Exam requires at least 40% marks for UR candidates, 36.5% for BC/EBC, 34% for EBC, and 32% for SC/ST/Women/PwBD categories.

Q6. What is the application fee for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026?

The application fee for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 is Rs. 100/- (One Hundred Rupees Only) per examination. This fee is applicable for each exam / post group separately — for example, if a candidate wishes to apply for both the 72nd CCE and the CDPO post, they will need to pay Rs. 100/- for each, i.e., Rs. 200/- in total. Candidates who do not have their Aadhaar number mentioned in the online application form will be required to pay an additional Rs. 200/- as Biometric Fee per examination. Fee can only be paid through online mode via SBI Payment Gateway. The fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, and no request for fee adjustment or transfer to any other exam will be entertained.

Q7. How to apply for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 online?

To apply for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026, candidates must first complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official BPSC online portal at bpsconline.bihar.gov.in. OTR involves 6 steps — personal information, address, other info, qualification details, experience details, and photo + signature upload with profile lock. After OTR, candidates must pay the Rs. 100/- fee via SBI Payment Gateway and then fill in the actual Application Form for the 72nd CCE advertisement. All required documents must be uploaded in PDF format (max 100 KB each). A live webcam photo must be taken during the application. After submission, candidates must download the Application Acknowledgement from My Account Tab and keep at least 4 printouts safely for future reference. Hard copies are not required to be sent to BPSC.

Q8. Which posts are included in BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Saarni-I and Saarni-II?

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Saarni-I includes 22 types of posts across different departments such as — Anumandal Padhaadhikari (SDM/SDO), DSP (Police), Rajya Kar Sahayak Aayukt, Nirvachan Padhaadhikari, Shram Adhikshak, Sahayak Nibandhak, Iksh Padhaadhikari, Probeshon Padhaadhikari, Nagar Karyapalak Padhaadhikari, Grameen Vikas Padhaadhikari, Rajaswa Adhikari (Revenue Officer), Prakhand Panchayat Raj Padhaadhikari, Sahkarita Prasar Padhaadhikari, Shram Pravarttan Padhaadhikari, Aapurti Nirikshak, and others — all at Level-6, Level-7, or Level-9. Saarni-II includes CDPO (Bal Vikas Pariyojana Padhaadhikari), FAO (Vitteeya Prashasnik Padhaadhikari evam Samaksh), and Anumandal Sanrakshan Padhaadhikari (Women Only post). Each post in Saarni-II has different educational qualification requirements.


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