The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Notification 2026 for various administrative posts in Bihar state departments. Interested candidates can now apply online through the official BPSC website.
The BPSC 72nd CCE Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest government job opportunities for graduates preparing for Bihar Civil Services. The recruitment process includes Preliminary Exam, Mains Examination, and Interview.
BPSC 72nd Notification 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Exam Name | 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) |
| Total Vacancies | 1186 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains & Interview |
| Notification Status | Released |
BPSC 72nd Vacancy 2026
According to the latest notification, BPSC has announced 1186 vacancies for various administrative posts after revision of vacancies. Earlier 1230 vacancies were announced, but 44 Sugarcane Officer posts were later withdrawn.
Posts may include:
- Sub Divisional Officer (SDO)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Revenue Officer
- District Minority Welfare Officer
- Assistant Director
- Election Officer
- Other Administrative Posts
Important Dates – BPSC 72 Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 May 2026 |
| Online Apply Start Date | 07 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | July 2026 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation degree from recognized university.
Final year students may also apply according to official eligibility rules.
BPSC 72 Age Limit 2026
Minimum Age
- 20 / 21 / 22 Years (Post Wise)
Maximum Age
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Male | 37 Years |
| General Female | 40 Years |
| BC/OBC | 40 Years |
| SC/ST | 42 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar Government rules.
BPSC 72 Selection Process 2026
The BPSC 72nd Recruitment selection process consists of three stages:
1. Preliminary Examination
- Objective type exam
- Screening test only
- Qualifying nature
2. Main Examination
Candidates qualifying prelims will appear in descriptive mains examination.
3. Interview
Candidates shortlisted in mains will be called for personality test/interview. Final merit list will be prepared based on mains and interview marks.
BPSC 72 Exam Pattern 2026
Prelims Exam
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 150 Marks |
- Objective Type Questions
- Negative marking may apply according to latest rules.
Mains Exam
The mains examination generally includes:
- General Hindi
- General Studies Paper 1
- General Studies Paper 2
- Optional/Essay related papers
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/Other State | ₹600 |
| SC/ST/Female Candidates of Bihar | ₹150 |
Fee payment can be made online through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
How to Apply Online for BPSC 72 Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official BPSC website.
- Click on “BPSC 72nd CCE Recruitment 2026”.
- Complete new registration.
- Fill application form carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and download confirmation page.
Documents Required
Candidates may need:
- Graduation Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Category Certificate
- Residence Certificate
- Valid Mobile Number & Email ID