70th BPSC Exam 2024 – The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) organizes the BPSC Combined Competitive Exam (BPSC CCE) to recruit eligible graduates for civil service positions within the state. Candidates can apply for various roles, including the Subdivision Officer under the General Administration Department of Bihar Civil Services and equivalent posts. The 70th BPSC examination is going to fill a total of 1,957 vacancies. This article contains comprehensive information about BPSC vacancies, exam dates, syllabus, exam patterns, eligibility criteria, selection process, and more.
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70th BPSC Exam 2024: Hall Ticket Link, Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern
As per the latest update : The admit card for the Preliminary exam, scheduled for December 13, 2024, has been released.
The BPSC is set to release the 70th BPSC admit card today, December 6, 2024. “Candidates who successfully registered for the examination can download the admit card directly from the BPSC official website.” The examination is to be conducted on December 13 and 14, 2024, having previously been scheduled for November 14, 2024. The BPSC admit card is crucial for candidates intending to take the exam.
The Bihar Public Service Commission has extended the deadline for online applications for the 70th BPSC exam to November 4, 2024. Additionally, the application form correction window is open from October 19 to November 4, 2024. This extension provides a valuable opportunity for candidates who were unable to apply within earlier deadlines. Initially, the last date was set for November 18, 2024.
On September 23, 2024, the BPSC published the notification for the 70th BPSC. According to this notification, 1,957 vacancies are available this year. The selection process includes three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Candidates can stay updated on the latest information regarding the BPSC exam 2024 throughout this page.
70th BPSC Exam 2024: Important Dates
The 70th BPSC notification was made public on September 23, 2024, with the application deadline revised to November 4, 2024. Below are other pertinent dates associated with the 70th BPSC exam:
| BPSC 70th Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| BPSC 70th Notification 2024 | September 23, 2024 |
| BPSC 70th Online Registration Starts from | September 28, 2024 |
| BPSC Apply Online Last Date | November 4, 2024 (Revised) |
| Form Correction Dates | October 19 to November 4, 2024 |
| BPSC 70th Prelims Admit Card | 6th December 2024 (Available Now) |
| 70th BPSC Prelims Exam Date 2024 | December 13, 2024 |
| 70th BPSC Answer Key | To be notified |
| 70th BPSC Result | To be notified |
| BPSC Mains Exam Date 2024 | To be notified |
| BPSC Mains Result | To be notified |
| BPSC Interview Exam Date | To be notified |
| BPSC Final Result | To be notified |
BPSC 70th Notification 2024 PDF
The 70th BPSC notification PDF is available online at bpsc.bih.nic.in. This document contains complete details regarding the exam, including the syllabus, exam date, exam pattern, and eligibility. Candidates can download the BPSC notification PDF for the 70th BPSC exam from the link provided in the table below.
» 70th BPSC Notification – Download PDF Link
BPSC Exam Overview
The BPSC—Bihar Public Service Commission—is responsible for conducting an annual examination for Bihar Civil Services to fill vacancies in the General Administrative Department. Candidates are selected through a Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) that consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. The marks obtained in the Mains exam and the interview determine the candidates' placement on the merit list.
BPSC Exam Particulars Details
- Name of Examination : Bihar Public Service Commission Examination
- Conducting Body : Bihar Public Service Commission
- Examination Level : State Level
- Selection Process : Prelims, Mains, and Interview
- Frequency of the Exam : Annual
- Mode of Application : Online
- Mode of Examination : Offline
- Language of Paper : English and Hindi
- Application Fees General - Rs. 600
- SC/ST - Rs. 150
- Official Website onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in or bpsc.bih.nic.in
BPSC Vacancy 2024 Post & Category Wise
The BPSC has announced a total of 1,957 vacancies across various departments in the BPSC. The appointments will include positions such as Sub Divisional Officer/Senior Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police, District Commandant, Superintendent, Sub Registrar, Sub Election Officer, Assistant Director, District Minority Welfare Officer, Sugarcane Officer, and several others.
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Sub-Divisional Officer/Senior Deputy Collector (Bihar Administrative Service) | 200 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Bihar Police Service) | 136 |
| Assistant Commissioner of State Taxes (Bihar Finance Service) | 168 |
| Vacancies in Various Departments | 174 |
| Rural Development Officer (Bihar Rural Development Service Cadre) | 393 |
| Revenue Officer (Bihar Revenue Service) | 287 |
| Supply Inspector (Bihar Supply Service) | 233 |
| Block Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Welfare Officer (SC & ST Welfare Department) | 125 |
| Vacancies in Various Departments | 213 |
| Block Minority Welfare Officer, Minority Welfare Department | 28 |
| Total Posts | 1,957 |
BPSC 70th Notification 2024: Category-Wise Post Details
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 815 |
| BC | 323 |
| EBC | 247 |
| EWS | 185 |
| SC | 308 |
| ST | 20 |
| BC Female | 59 |
| Total | 1,957 |
BPSC 70th Application Form 2024
The BPSC application form for 2024 was available for submission online starting from July 15, 2024. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements should complete the form before the final deadline to avoid complications. The direct link for applying to the BPSC exam will be provided here. Below are the steps to fill out the BPSC online form:
- Visit online bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on "BPSC 70th Civil Services Exam 2024-2025."
- Click on the Registration Link and fill in the required details.
- Proceed to apply online.
- Upload scanned images of your photo and signature in prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
BPSC Application Fees 2024
The BPSC application fee varies by category, as shown in the table below. It is mandatory to pay the application fee to ensure your application is processed further.
70th BPSC Application Fee Fees
| Category of Candidates | Fees |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Woman/Handicapped/Permanent residents of Bihar (All Category) | Rs. 150 |
| Other States | Rs. 600 |
BPSC Eligibility Criteria 2024
To be eligible for the 70th BPSC exam, candidates must meet the educational qualifications and age requirements outlined below. Failing to comply with eligibility criteria at any point may result in disqualification from the examination.
Educational Qualification for BPSC Exam
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Age Limit for BPSC Exam
The minimum age to apply for the 70th BPSC exam is 20 years, though age limits differ for various posts. The Commission provides age relaxation to candidates belonging to reserved categories. The upper age limits for different categories are as follows:
- General Male: 37 years
- General Female/OBC (Male/Female): 40 years
- SC/ST (Male/Female): 42 years
BPSC Selection Process
Candidates aiming to join the Bihar Civil Services must go through the following three successive stages:
1) BPSC Prelims Exam:
This exam consists of objective-type questions and serves as a qualifying exam.
2) BPSC Mains Exam:
This exam is descriptive, and the scores from it contribute to the final merit list.
3) BPSC Interview:
The interview is verbal. The scores from both the Mains and the Interview will determine the final merit list.
BPSC Exam Pattern: Prelims & Mains
Understanding the exam pattern for both Prelims and Mains is essential for candidates preparing for the BPSC exam 2024. Here is a detailed overview of the exam structure:
BPSC Prelims Exam Pattern
The BPSC Prelims consists of a single General Studies (GS) paper, which includes multiple-choice questions aimed at assessing the candidates' general knowledge.
The Prelims exam is qualifying; marks from this stage do not count towards the final merit list.
Questions will be in a multiple-choice format.
The paper will carry a total of 150 marks.
The exam duration is 2 hours.
The question paper will be available in both Hindi and English.
Subject Total Marks Time Duration
General Studies (GS) 150 2 hours
BPSC Mains Exam Pattern
The BPSC Mains exam follows a conventional format consisting of four papers, where the General Hindi paper is qualifying. The final merit list is compiled based on scores from GS Paper 1, GS Paper 2, and an Optional Paper, from a choice of 34 subjects.
Paper Total Marks Duration
General Hindi (Qualifying) 100 3 hrs
General Studies Paper-1 300 3 hrs
General Studies Paper-2 300 3 hrs
Optional Paper 300 3 hrs
Total Marks 1000
BPSC Syllabus 2024 - Prelims & Mains Syllabus
Candidates should review the detailed BPSC syllabus for the Prelims and Mains exams provided below and prepare accordingly for the upcoming examination. The syllabus is based on the BPSC’s official notification.
BPSC Prelims Syllabus
- General Science
- Current Affairs - International & National Importance
- Indian History
- History of Bihar
- Indian Geography
- Geography of Bihar
- General Geography
- Indian Polity
- Indian Economy and Bihar's Economy
- Indian Freedom Movements
- General Mental Ability & Reasoning
BPSC Mains Syllabus
- General Hindi
- Hindi Essay: 30 Marks
- Grammar: 30 Marks
- Syntax: 25 Marks
- Summarisation: 15 Marks
GS Paper 1
- Indian Modern History
- Indian Culture
- Bihar's Role in the Indian Freedom Struggle
- Santhal Uprising in Bihar
- Birsa Movement
- Champaran Satyagrah
- Quit India Movement
- Mauryan and Pal Art
- Patna Qulam Painting
- Roles of Gandhi, Tagore, and Nehru
- Current Affairs of National and International Importance
- Statistical Analysis, Graphs, and Diagrams
GS Paper 2
- Indian Polity
- Indian Economy and Geography
- Role and Impact of Science and Technology
BPSC 70th Notification – Optional Paper
Candidates may choose an optional subject from the following list of 34 subjects:
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Anthropology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Commerce & Accountancy
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Geography
- Geology
- History
- Labour and Social Welfare
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science & International Relations
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Sociology
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Hindi Language and Literature
- English Language and Literature
- Urdu Language and Literature
- Bangla Language and Literature
- Sanskrit Language and Literature
- Persian Language and Literature
- Arabic Language and Literature
- Pali Language and Literature
- Maithili Language and Literature
BPSC Interview
Candidates who qualify for the BPSC Mains exam will proceed to the Interview round, which is mandatory. The final results will depend on the marks achieved in both the Interview and Mains examinations. The Interview carries a total of 120 marks, and those who succeed in the interview round will be included on the final merit list.
BPSC Cut Off Marks: Prelims & Mains
To qualify for the Interview stage, candidates must meet the cut-off marks set for both the Prelims and Mains exams of the BPSC CCE. These cut-off marks vary between the two stages. Previous year cut-off marks can provide a reference point for candidates aiming for the next phases of the exam.
66th BPSC Prelims Cutoff 2020
| Category | Cut-off Marks |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 108 |
| Unreserved (Female) | 100 |
| EWS | 103 |
| EWS (Female) | 95 |
| SC | 95 |
| SC (Female) | 84 |
| ST | 98 |
| EBC | 102 |
| EBC (Female) | 93 |
| BC | 104 |
| BC (Female) | 97 |
| BCL | 95 |
| Disabled (VI) | 89 |
| Disabled (DD) | 81 |
| Disabled (OH) | 95 |
| Disabled (MD) | 61 |
| Grandchild of Ex-Freedom Fighter | 97 |
BPSC 65th Prelims Cut Off 2019-20
| Category | Cut Off |
|---|---|
| GEN | 97 |
| GEN (F) | 91 |
| EWS | 92 |
| EWS (F) | 87 |
| SC | 89 |
| SC (F) | 79 |
| ST | 89 |
| ST (F) | 89 |
| EBC | 92 |
| EBC (F) | 876 |
| BC | 94 |
| BC (F) | 88 |
| BCL | 86 |
| PwD-VH/VI | 82 |
| PwD-DD | 81 |
| PwD-OH | 89 |
| PwD-MD | 53 |
| Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters | 88 |
Note: "F" denotes Female.
BPSC Admit Card 2024
The BPSC will release the 70th BPSC admit card on its website a few days prior to the exam date. Candidates can download their admit cards by following these steps:
- Visit onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the "BPSC 70th Admit Card 2024" link.
- Enter your Registration Number and Password.
- Download the admit card and print it out.
BPSC Answer Key 2024
After the completion of the Prelims exam, BPSC will release the answer key for 2024 on its website. The answer key will enable candidates to calculate their expected scores and will also provide an opportunity to challenge the official key while revealing the correct answers to all questions.
BPSC Result 2024
BPSC results will be announced in stages, starting with the Prelims results, followed by the Mains results, and ultimately the final result. The final result will be based on the marks obtained by candidates in the Mains exam and the Interview.
