The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Pre Admit Card 2026 on its official website. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on 26 July 2026. The online application process closed on 31 May 2026. Candidates who registered for the exam can download their admit card by logging in with their Registration Number, Enrollment Number, or Date of Birth. A direct download link is available below for easy access.
About The Exam
The BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Pre 2026 is conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) to recruit candidates for various administrative posts in Bihar Government departments. The selection process includes the Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Candidates who qualify in all stages will be appointed to different government services in Bihar.
BPSC 72nd Pre Recruitment 2026 : Short Details
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 07 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | 19 July 2026 |
| Result Date | Update Here Soon |
Candidates are requested to check and confirm details from the BPSC official website.
Application Fee :
| Category | Fee |
| For All Category | Rs. 100/- |
The Application fee can be paid through online methods such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Mobile wallet.
Age Limit :
- Minimum Age : 20 Years
- Maximum Age : 42 Years
- The minimum and maximum age limit for the post is different for each category. Category wise age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules and the official notification.
Vacancy details :
Post Name : Various Post
No. of Post : 1189 Posts
Eligibility Criteria :
Educational Qualification
Post Name |
Eligibility Criteria |
72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination |
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Child Development Project Officer |
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Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalent |
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Sub-Divisional Protection Officer |
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Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
BPSC 72nd Pre Exam Pattern 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Total Papers | 01 (General Studies) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Medium | Hindi & English |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer |
| Qualifying Nature | Screening Test for Main Examination |
Note: The Preliminary Examination is conducted only to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. Marks obtained in the Pre Exam are not included in the final merit list.
Salary Details
The BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 recruits candidates for multiple administrative and executive posts under the Bihar Government. Therefore, the salary depends on the post allotted after the final selection. Most posts fall under Pay Level-6 to Pay Level-9 of the 7th Pay Commission.
| Pay Level | Basic Pay (Approx.) | Applicable Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level-9 | ₹53,100/month | Deputy Collector, DSP, Assistant Commissioner and equivalent posts |
| Level-7 | ₹44,900/month | Various Group ‘B’ Officer Posts |
| Level-6 | ₹35,400/month | Selected departmental officer posts |
Apart from the basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), medical benefits, pension, and other allowances as per Bihar Government rules.
How To Check BPSC 72nd Pre Exam Date 2026
- Visit the official BPSC website and go to the Latest Notifications section.
- Find and open the BPSC 72nd CCE Pre Exam Date 2026 notice.
- Download the official exam schedule PDF.
- Check the exam date, reporting time, and other important instructions mentioned in the notice.
- Keep visiting the official website regularly for updates regarding the Admit Card, examination centre, and other announcements before the exam.
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Important & Useful Links
| Download Admit Card | Click Here Link Active Soon |
| View Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Bihar BPSC Official website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Who has released the BPSC 72nd Pre Exam Date 2026?
Ans: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced the 72nd CCE Preliminary Exam Date 2026.
Q2. When will the BPSC 72nd Pre Exam 2026 be held?
Ans: The BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 26 July 2026.
Q3. What is the mode of the BPSC 72nd Pre Exam?
Ans: The examination will be conducted in Offline (OMR-Based) mode.
Q4. How many questions will be asked in the BPSC 72nd Pre Exam?
Ans: The Preliminary Examination will consist of 150 objective-type (MCQ) questions.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the BPSC 72nd Pre Exam?
Ans: Yes. 1/3 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Q6. What is the duration of the BPSC 72nd Preliminary Examination?
Ans: Candidates will get 2 hours to complete the examination.
Q7. How can I check the BPSC 72nd Pre Exam Date 2026?
Ans: Visit the official BPSC website and download the latest exam date notice from the notification section.
Q8. Will the marks of the Preliminary Exam be counted in the final merit list?
Ans: No. The Preliminary Examination is only a screening test, and its marks are not included in the final merit list.
Q9. When will the BPSC 72nd Admit Card 2026 be released?
Ans: The admit card will be released before the examination. Candidates should regularly check the official BPSC website for the latest updates.
Q10. What is the next stage after qualifying the BPSC 72nd Pre Exam?
Ans: Candidates who qualify the Preliminary Examination will be eligible to appear for the BPSC 72nd Main Examination, as per the official selection process.
