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BPSC CCE 2026
BPSC Integrated Combined Competitive Examination · बीपीएससी संयुक्त प्रतियोगी परीक्षा
What is BPSC CCE?
The BPSC Integrated Combined Competitive Examination recruits officers for the Bihar Administrative Service, Bihar Police Service and other state services through a Preliminary exam, a Main exam and an interview.
The Preliminary exam is a single objective General Studies paper. The Main exam is descriptive, with a qualifying General Hindi paper.
- Conducting body
- BPSC
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
- Age limit
- 20–37 years
- Exam stages
- 3 stages: Preliminary — General Studies, Main examination, Interview
- 2026 vacancies
- Vacancies to be notified
- Negative marking
- As per notification
BPSC 72nd Integrated Combined Competitive Examination: important dates
Applications closedFull 2026 details →
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 7 May 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 31 May 2026 |
| Preliminary exam (rescheduled) | 25 Oct 2026 (tentative) |
Latest BPSC CCE updates
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How to apply for BPSC CCE
- 1Register on onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in (BPSC online portal) with mobile number and email
- 2Log in and apply for the Integrated Combined Competitive Examination advertisement
- 3Fill in details and upload photograph and signature
- 4Pay the fee online
- 5Submit and print the application
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BPSC CCE eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
- Age limit
- 20–37 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India.
BPSC CCE exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary — General Studies | Objective, OMR | 150 | 150 | 120 min |
| Main examination | Descriptive | — | — | — |
| Interview | Interview | — | 120 | — |
BPSC CCE syllabus
Preliminary
General Studies
History of India and the state, Indian national movement, Geography of India and the state, Indian polity and governance, Economic and social development, Environment and ecology, General science, Current events, Bihar history, geography and economy, General mental ability
Selection process
- 1Preliminary examination
- 2Main examination
- 3Interview
- 4Final merit
How to prepare for BPSC CCE
Practice for BPSC CCE
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BPSC CCE: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for BPSC CCE?
The age limit for BPSC CCE is 20–37 years (as on 1 August of the advertisement year). Upper age relaxation: BC / EBC (Bihar) 3 years, Women (UR / BC / EBC) 3 years, SC / ST (Bihar) 5 years.
What is the educational qualification for BPSC CCE?
To apply for BPSC CCE: Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
What is the selection process of BPSC CCE?
The BPSC CCE selection process is: Preliminary examination → Main examination → Interview → Final merit.
Is there negative marking in BPSC CCE?
The marking scheme for BPSC CCE, including any negative marking, is specified in each official notification.
How to apply for BPSC CCE?
Apply online on the official portal (https://onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in): 1) Register on onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in (BPSC online portal) with mobile number and email; 2) Log in and apply for the Integrated Combined Competitive Examination advertisement; 3) Fill in details and upload photograph and signature; 4) Pay the fee online; 5) Submit and print the application.