Bihar BPSC PCS Pre 71th Mains Online Form 2025

✅ Educational Qualifications & Eligibility (Full Details)

Educational Qualification: Candidate must hold a Graduate degree (Bachelor’s degree) from a recognized university (or equivalent). 

Final-year students: Those appearing in final year/awaiting results may apply (if the notification permits), provided they produce final mark-sheet / degree certificate before Interview. 

Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen. 

Age Limit (general guideline – varies by category & post): 
- General (Male): up to 37 years
- General (Female): up to 40 years
- OBC / BC: up to 40 years
- SC / ST: up to 42 years (or as per relaxations) 

Post-wise / Category-wise relaxations: For certain reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC), women, ex-servicemen, PwD (divyangjan), there may be age-relaxation as per government rules. 

Work Experience: Generally no prior experience required. For technical posts (if any), the notification will mention special requirements. 

Attempts: There is no fixed maximum number of attempts — candidates may apply till they satisfy the age and eligibility criteria. 

Important: For technical/engineering-type posts (if any under BPSC), the educational qualification might require relevant degree — check post-wise details in official notification. 

📋 Mode of Selection & Exam Structure (Detailed)

The selection for 71st CCE 2025 involves three main stages: Prelims → Mains (Written) → Interview/Personality Test. 

Stage Purpose / Description

Preliminary Exam (Prelims) Screening exam to shortlist candidates for Main exam. 

Main Exam (Written + Optional Subject) Written exam with compulsory + optional subjects; performance determines eligibility for Interview. 

Interview / Personality Test Final evaluation (personality, suitability, preference of posts). 

📝 How to Fill Exam Form (Online) for 71st CCE 2025 — Step by Step Instructions

1. Go to official portal: https://bpsc.bih.nic.in  (or as specified in notification) 

2. Click on link for “71st CCE 2025 Apply Online”. 

3. If first time: complete One-Time Registration (OTR) — note down your OTR number carefully. 

4. Login using OTR number + password, and fill application form with accurate personal, educational, category, contact, and other required details. 

5. Upload required documents (photo, signature, educational certificates, category certificate if applicable) as per specifications.

6. Pay the application fee (as per your category) — general, reserved, female, etc. 

7. Carefully review filled form → Submit → Take printout of final application form / confirmation page for future reference.

Important: Form window for 71st CCE 2025 was 02 June 2025 to 30 June 2025. 

If there’s a “correction window” (as per notification) — use it to rectify any mistakes (if allowed). Usually BPSC opens correction window after form submission — check website. 

✳️ Prelims Exam Pattern (71st CCE 2025)

Type: Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) / Objective — “General Studies / Aptitude / General Awareness” paper. 

Duration: 2 hours 

Total Marks: 150 

Negative Marking: Yes — typically 1/3 mark deducted for wrong answer (as per recent pattern) 

Qualification / Cut-off (for Mains eligibility): Varies by category — general / OBC / SC / ST. 

✳️ Main Exam Pattern (Written + Optional)

As per 2025 pattern: written exam includes:

Compulsory papers:
- General Hindi (संयुक्त / सामान्य हिंदी)
- Essay / निबंध
- General Studies Papers (GS 1 & GS 2)

Optional Subject: Candidate must choose one optional subject from a predefined list (per notification). 

Total marks for Main exam (written + optional) as per 2025 pattern: 1000 marks (split among papers). 

After the written exam, shortlisted candidates undergo Interview / Personality Test. Final merit is prepared considering Main exam + Interview scores. 

📚 Complete Exam Syllabus (Subject-wise) for 71st CCE 2025

As per the 2025 notification and syllabus release by BPSC: 

🟦 Preliminary Exam — Syllabus Includes

General Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, Science & Technology)

Current Affairs / National & International issues

General Mental Ability / Reasoning / Aptitude (if included — per previous patterns)

Basic knowledge relevant to Bihar & India (History, Geography, Socio-economic & Cultural, Governance)

🟦 Main Exam — Written Papers & Optional Subject

Compulsory Papers

General Hindi (संस्कृत/सामान्य हिंदी)

Essay / निबंध (Hindi / English / Urdu — as allowed)

General Studies Paper I & II (History, Polity, Indian Economy, Geography of India & Bihar, Social Issues, Current Affairs, International Relations, Governance, Ethics, etc.) — full syllabus as per notification

Optional Subject (choose one) — subjects typically from Arts / Social Sciences / Humanities / Sciences / Management / etc. (as listed in notification). For example: Literature, History, Geography, Public Administration, Sociology, Economics, etc. (Check latest notification for exact list) 

Interview / Personality Test — general knowledge, awareness about Bihar & India, candidate’s personality, optional subject understanding, suitability for administrative roles.

📄 Download Complete Syllabus (PDF)

Visit official BPSC website. 

Look for link: “Syllabus / Exam Pattern / Notification 71st CCE 2025” → Download the PDF. 

Save / print the syllabus PDF for reference.

📄 How to Download Result Card

1. Visit Official Website: results.biharboardonline.com.

2. Click on Result Link: Select "BSEB 12th Compartmental Result 2025".timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3bsebresult.in+3examsarkariresult.info+3

3. Enter Credentials: Provide your roll number and roll code.

4. View Result: Access your result and download the PDF.

5. Print Result: Keep a printed copy for records.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is eligible for the BSEB Class 12 Compartmental Exam 2025?

   Students who failed in one or two subjects in the 2025 annual exam.

2. What is the application period for the compartmental exam?

   April 1 to April 15, 2025.

3. Where can I apply for the compartmental exam?

   On the official website: biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in.

4. What are the exam dates?

   May 2 to May 13, 2025.

5. How can I download the admit card?

   From seniorsecondary.biharboardonline.com using your roll number and roll code.

6. Is there a fee for the compartmental exam?

   Yes, the fee details are available during the application process.

7. Can I appear for multiple subjects in the compartmental exam?

   Yes, if you failed in more than one subject, but not exceeding two.

8. What is the passing criteria?

   Minimum of 33% marks in each subject.

9. When will the results be declared?

   Results are expected by the end of May 2025.

10. How can I check my result?

    Visit results.biharboardonline.com and enter your credentials.

11. Can I apply for re-evaluation of compartmental exam papers?

    Yes, the process will be announced after result declaration.

12. Is there a separate syllabus for the compartmental exam?

    No, the syllabus remains the same as the annual exam.

13. Are practical exams included in the compartmental exam?

    Yes, if you failed in practical subjects, re-examination is required.

14. What documents are required on exam day?

    Admit card and a valid ID proof.

15. Can I change my exam center?

    No, the exam center is allotted by the board and cannot be changed.

16. What if I miss the application deadline?

    Late applications are generally not accepted; adhere to the deadlines.