BPSC Combined Main Examination 2026: The Integrated 71st Combined Main (Written) Competitive Examination is scheduled to be conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) from 25 April to 30 April 2026. The exams will take place at designated centers across Patna.
Exam Schedule and Timings
The examination will follow a daily schedule with specific timings for different papers:
BPSC 71st Combined Main (Written) Competitive Examination 2026
| Date | Time | Subject/Paper |
| 25 April 2026 (Saturday) | 09:30 AM – 12:30 PM | General Hindi (Qualifying paper) |
| 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM | Essay | |
| 27 April 2026 (Monday): | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | General Studies Paper I |
| 28 April 2026 (Tuesday): | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | General Studies Paper II |
| 29 April 2026 (Wednesday): | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Optional Subject (Integrated CCE) |
| 30 April 2026 (Thursday): | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | Optional Subject (Financial Administrative Officer) |
Admit Card Information
- Release Date: The admit cards are expected to be available for download in the 2nd or 3rd week of April 2026, approximately 9–10 days before the exam starts.
- Download Portal: Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official BPSC website by logging in with their registration credentials.
Examination Pattern & Details
- Mode: Offline Written (Descriptive).
- Total Marks: 1,000 marks across 4-5 papers.
- Vacancy Details: This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,298 vacancies for various administrative, revenue, and finance posts in Bihar.
- Eligibility: Only the 14,261 candidates who successfully qualified the Preliminary Examination (held on 13 September 2025) and completed the Mains online application are eligible to appear.
Important Guidelines for Candidates
- Reporting Time: Candidates are advised to reach the examination centre at least one hour before the scheduled start time.
- Mandatory Documents: Bring a printed copy of the BPSC Mains Admit Card and a valid Photo ID Proof (like Aadhaar, PAN, or Driving License).
- Restricted Items: Electronics, notes, and metallic accessories are strictly prohibited inside the hall.
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