The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced the exam date for the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Preliminary Test 2026. Candidates appearing for this prestigious examination can now plan their preparation and schedule accordingly.
| Organization | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Pre 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1189 |
| Exam Date | 2026-07-26 |
| Application Start Date | 2026-05-07 |
| Application End Date | 2026-05-31 |
| Exam Pattern | Pre Exam and Mains Exam |
| Application Start Date | 2026-05-07 |
|---|---|
| Application Last Date | 2026-05-31 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 2026-05-31 |
| Exam Date | 2026-07-26 |
The selection process for the BPSC 72nd CCE includes a Preliminary examination followed by a Mains examination. Candidates should prepare accordingly as the preliminary exam acts as a screening test for the main exam.
| Official Notification | View Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| Official Website | BPSC Official Site |
| Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Download PDF |
The application process starts on May 7, 2026.
The last date to apply is May 31, 2026.
The exam is scheduled for July 26, 2026.
Candidates can apply online at the official BPSC online portal: https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in/candidate/login.
The application fee for all categories is ₹100.
The age limit varies post-wise: minimum 20 years; maximum up to 37 for UR Male, 40 for Female UR and BC/EBC candidates, and 42 for SC/ST candidates as of August 1, 2026.
The official notification is available on the BPSC website: Official Notification.
There are a total of 1189 vacancies including 1033 for the Combined Preliminary exam, 20 for Child Development Project Officer, 32 for Financial Administrative Officer, and 101 for Sub-Divisional Protection Officer.
Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar BPSC rules for different reserved categories.
The syllabus and exam pattern PDF is available here: Download Syllabus PDF.
Yes, admit cards will be released before the exam date on the official BPSC website.
The selection involves a Preliminary examination followed by a Mains examination as per official details.
No, fee payment is strictly online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
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All updates and notifications are published on the official website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.