Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced 1230 vacancies for various Group A and Group B posts through the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE). Apply online starts for Bihar BPSC 72nd Notification 2026 from 7th May 2026 and the last date is 31st May 2026. Get all details from this article.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the BPSC 72nd CCE Recruitment 2026 notification for 1230 posts across various departments of the Bihar Government under the Integrated 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination. Candidates who have graduated from a recognized university are encouraged to apply. Interested and eligible candidates can now start submitting their online application forms at https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in and https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in, as the online application process begins from 7th May 2026.
Bihar BPSC 72nd CCE Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Bihar Public Service Commission has issued a detailed notification inviting eligible candidates to apply for various Group A and Group B posts across multiple departments of the Bihar State Government. The recruitment is conducted through the Integrated 72nd Combined Competitive Examination.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), Patna |
| Exam Name | 72nd Integrated Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination |
| Total Vacancies | 1230 |
| Pay Level | Level-6, Level-7, Level-9 |
| Application Start Date | 7th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31st May 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100/- (per exam) |
| Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) | 20–42 years (category-wise) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam → Mains Exam → Personality Test → Medical Exam |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Click to Download |
Important Dates
The BPSC 72nd CCE Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released along with the complete registration schedule. The online application process starts from 7th May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 31st May 2026.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 5th May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 7th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31st May 2026 |
BPSC 72nd CCE Notification 2026 Out
The detailed BPSC 72nd CCE Notification 2026 has been released by the Bihar Public Service Commission at their official website https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in to recruit eligible candidates for 1,421 vacancies across multiple departments and cadres. Candidates who are willing to apply for the BPSC 72nd CCE Recruitment 2026 must go through the detailed notification PDF to check complete details like eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, and more.
Bihar 72nd CCE Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must check all eligibility requirements carefully before applying.
Educational Qualification
For the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university. For certain specific posts, additional qualifications apply:
- Child Development Project Officer – Bachelor’s degree in any of the following optional subjects: Home Science, Psychology, Sociology, Labour & Social Welfare from a recognized university.
- Finance Administrative Officer & Equivalent – Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, or Mathematics/Statistics from a recognized university or affiliated institution.
- Sub-Divisional Protection Officer – Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Law from a recognized university, with Psychology or Law as an optional subject in the main exam.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years (for Sarni-I Sl. No. 2 posts) / 21 years (for most posts) / 22 years (for specified posts)
- Maximum Age:
- Unreserved (Male): 37 years
- Unreserved (Female) / BC/EBC (Male & Female) / SC/ST (Male & Female): 40 years
- SC/ST: 42 years
Age relaxations are available for government employees, PwBD candidates (10 years additional), NCC cadets, and ex-servicemen as per Bihar Government rules.
BPSC CCE Application Form 2026
The online application process for BPSC 72nd CCE Recruitment 2026 begins from 7th May 2026 at the official BPSC website https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in. Candidates must complete a One Time Registration (OTR) at https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in before filling the application form.
Application Fee
Each candidate has to pay an application fee of Rs. 100/- (One Hundred Rupees only) per examination (i.e., separately for 72nd CCE, Child Development Project Officer, and Sub-Divisional Protection Officer if applying for multiple).
Note: Candidates who do not provide their Aadhaar number in the online application will be required to pay an additional Biometric Fee of Rs. 200/- per examination.
Steps to Apply Online for BPSC 72nd CCE 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the official website https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in using registered credentials.
- Fill in personal, address, qualification, and experience details across all 6 profile steps.
- Upload a live webcam photo, Hindi and English signatures in the prescribed format.
- Lock your profile after verification.
- Select the post/advertisement and pay the application fee via SBI Payment Gateway.
- Fill in the application form, select post preferences, and submit.
- Download and save the application form for future reference.
Bihar BPSC 72nd CCE Selection Process 2026
The selection of candidates will be based on the following multi-stage process:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam (Part-1) | Objective MCQ, 150 marks, 2 hours; General Studies; 1/3 negative marking |
| Mains Exam (Part-2) | Written exam; General Hindi (100 marks), General Studies Paper I & II (300 marks each), Essay (300 marks), Optional Subject (100 marks) |
| Personality Test (Part-3) | 120 marks; mandatory for shortlisted candidates |
| Health Examination | Medical fitness check by a Commission-appointed Medical Board |
Preliminary Exam Qualifying Marks: General – 40%, BC/EBC – 36.5%, EBC – 34%, SC/ST/Women/PwBD – 32%.
Merit List: Final merit list of 1,020 marks (900 from Mains + 120 from Personality Test) for the 72nd CCE posts.
