BPSC 71st CCE Recruitment 2025: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced the 71st Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025. This is a major government job drive that will fill many vacant posts in different departments of the Bihar State Government. If you are looking to work in the government sector, this is a great chance! Some of the top posts available include Sub Divisional Officer, Revenue Officer, and Financial Administrative Officer.
The online application process will begin on June 2, 2025, and the last date to apply is June 30, 2025. Through this notice, BPSC is inviting eligible Indian citizens to apply for this competitive exam.
Key Details:
- Conducting Authority: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
- Exam Name: 71st Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination and Other Posts
- Total Vacancies: Around 1250
- 1171 posts under the 71st CCE
- 79 posts for Financial Administrative Officer and similar positions
- Job Location: Bihar
- Application Dates:
- Start Date: June 2, 2025
- End Date: June 30, 2025
BPSC 71st CCE 2025: Post-Wise Vacancy Details
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has shared the complete list of job openings in the latest 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025 notification. The total number of vacancies is divided into two categories. These are shown clearly in Table I and Table II in the official notice.
- Table I contains the list of posts available under the 71st Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination.
- Table II includes vacancies for Financial Administrative Officer and similar posts in the Finance Department.
Table I – Vacancies Under 71st CCE 2025
This table includes different officer-level posts under various departments of the Bihar government. A total of 1171 posts will be filled through the 71st CCE.
| S.No. | Department / Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sub Divisional Officer / Senior Deputy Collector – Bihar Administrative Service | 100 |
| 2 | Sub Registrar / Joint Sub Registrar – Prohibition, Excise & Registration Department | 3 |
| 3 | Labor Superintendent – Labor Resources Department | 10 |
| 4 | Revenue Officer & Equivalent – Revenue and Land Reforms Department | 45 |
| 5 | Cane Officer (Ekh Padadhikari) – Sugarcane Industries Department | 17 |
| 6 | Block Panchayat Raj Officer – Panchayati Raj Department | 22 |
| 7 | Cooperative Extension Officer – Cooperative Department | 502 |
| 8 | Block SC & ST Welfare Officer – SC & ST Welfare Department | 13 |
| 9 | Block Minority Welfare Officer – Minority Welfare Department | 459 |
Total Vacancies in Table I: 1171
Table II – Other Vacancies (Finance Department)
This table includes job openings for the post of Financial Administrative Officer and similar roles in the Finance Department. There are a total of 79 positions in this section.
| S.No. | Department / Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalent – Bihar Financial Administration Service | 79 |
Total Vacancies in Table II: 79
BPSC 71st CCE Eligibility Criteria 2025
If you’re planning to apply for the BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025, it’s important to check if you meet all the eligibility criteria—especially the educational qualifications and age requirements.
Educational Qualification
For Preliminary Exam:
You must have a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
For Financial Administrative Officer (FAO) & Similar Posts:
You need a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics from a recognized university or institution.
➡️ While applying online, make sure you correctly enter your graduation details in the educational qualification section.
➡️ If a specific post requires a certain subject or qualification, choose that post during application. Otherwise, your application for that post may be rejected.
Age Limit (As of 1st August 2025)
Minimum Age:
| Post Serial No. | Minimum Age |
|---|---|
| 05, 06, 07, 08 (Table I) | 21 years |
| 01, 02, 03, 04, 09 (Table I) & 01 (Table II) | 22 years |
Maximum Age Limit:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (Male) | 37 years |
| Unreserved (Female), BC, EBC | 40 years |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 42 years |
Special Note for Age Calculation:
For the Cooperative Extension Officer (Serial No. 06), age will be calculated from 1st August 2015.
The date of birth mentioned on your matriculation certificate will be accepted as official proof.
Age Relaxation
- Bihar Government Employees: Up to 5 attempts allowed, with 5 years relaxation in the upper age limit (if all 5 attempts are not already used).
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Eligible for an additional 10 years of age relaxation.
- Ex-Servicemen: Eligible for 3 years plus the number of years served in defense. But your actual age on the application day must be less than 57 years.
- NCC Cadets/Instructors (joined after Jan 1, 1963): The years of NCC service can be subtracted from your age, but only if the result does not exceed the age limit by more than 3 years.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 2nd June 2025 |
| Online Application End | 30th June 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
BPSC 71st CCE Salary & Perks
Candidates selected through this exam will get attractive salary packages along with government benefits.
Pay Level by Post:
| Pay Level | Post Titles |
|---|---|
| Level 9 | Sub-Divisional Officer, Sub-Registrar, Labor Superintendent, Executive Officer, Financial Administrative Officer |
| Level 7 | Revenue Officer, Block Panchayat Raj Officer, Cooperative Extension Officer, Block SC/ST Welfare Officer |
| Level 6 | Block Minority Welfare Officer |
Allowances:
All posts include allowances like:
- DA (Dearness Allowance)
- HRA (House Rent Allowance)
- TA (Travel Allowance)
- Other benefits as per government norms
BPSC 71st CCE Selection Process
The selection will be done in three stages:
Preliminary Exam
- Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Subject: General Studies
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Marks: 150
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
Topics Covered:
- General Science
- National and International Current Affairs
- History of India and Bihar
- Bihar Geography
- Indian Polity and Economy
- Post-Independence Economic Developments in Bihar
- Indian Freedom Movement and Bihar’s Role
- General Mental Ability
Cut-Off Marks:
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| EBC | 34% |
| SC/ST, Women, PwBD | 32% |
Main (Written) Examination
Candidates who pass the prelims must fill a fresh application form and pay a separate fee.
For 71st CCE (General Candidates):
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Hindi (30% pass required, not counted in merit) | 100 |
| General Studies Paper 1 | 300 |
| General Studies Paper 2 | 300 |
| Essay | 300 |
| Optional Subject (Objective) | 100 |
For FAO & Similar Posts:
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Hindi | 100 |
| General Studies Paper 1 | 300 |
| General Studies Paper 2 | 300 |
| Optional Subject (Subjective) | 300 |
Question papers will be available in Hindi and English.
Answers can be written in Hindi, English, or Urdu.
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
Same as Preliminary.
Interview Shortlisting:
Based on Mains results, 2.5 times the number of vacancies will be called for interview.
Personality Test (Interview)
- Total Marks: 120
- You must choose your service preference during the interview stage.
Health & Medical Examination
After the interview, all selected candidates will undergo a medical examination by a board.
- Fee: Rs. 16
- For roles like Police, District Commandant, Jail Superintendent, physical standards from Appendix A will apply.
Final Merit List
- For 71st CCE and FAO:
Total Marks = 900 (Mains) + 120 (Interview) = 1020
Tie-Breaking Rules:
- Higher marks in the Main Exam
- Higher marks in Optional Subject
- Older age (as per date of birth)
- Alphabetical order of name (Devanagari script)
How to Apply for BPSC 71st CCE 2025
Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Go to the BPSC portal and click on “New User Registration”.
- Provide a valid email and mobile number.
- Even old users must register again on the new portal.
Step 2: Link Digilocker (Optional)
- After OTR, you can link your documents through Digilocker.
- If not, use the Back button to return to the application portal.
Step 3: Complete Your Profile (6 Steps)
- Personal Information
- Address Details
- Other Info (Legal cases, if any)
- Qualification (from 10th onward)
- Work Experience (if any)
- Upload photo/signature and lock profile
You’ll need a live webcam photo and a signature image in JPG/JPEG (Max 15 KB).
Step 4: Apply & Pay Fees
- Go to “New Advertisement Tab” and apply for the relevant post.
- Pay the fees and then go to “My Account” to print your application.
❗ If you make a mistake, cancel and apply again. But fees will not be refunded.
Step 5: Upload Documents & Print Final Form
- Keep documents in PDF format (Max 100KB) ready for upload.
- Your final form will include the Application ID, Number, and Bar Code.
Print two copies for your records.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 600/- |
| SC/ST (Bihar) | Rs. 150/- |
| All Female (Bihar) | Rs. 150/- |
| PwBD (40% or more) | Rs. 150/- |
| Other State Candidates | Rs. 600/- |
| Biometric Fee (if no Aadhaar) | Rs. 200/- |
📌 If you claim a concessional fee, you must upload a valid certificate.
Otherwise, your application might be rejected.
To stay safe, if unsure, pay the general category fee.
| Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online | |
| Important Links | |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Notification | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
