71st BPSC Civil Services Mains 2026

BPSC has announced the schedule for the 71st CCE Mains Examination.

1. Exam Date (Mains)

April 25 - 30, 2026.

2. Schedule

• Mains Exam: April 2026.
• Interview: Expected Late 2026.

3. Posts

• Sub Divisional Officer (SDO)
• Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy. SP)
• Revenue Officer
• Block Development Officer

4. Pattern

• Prelims: 150 Marks (General Studies). Negative Marking (1/3rd).
• Mains: Written (Essay, GS-1, GS-2) + Optional (MCQ).

5. Official Resources & Downloads

Resource	Link
Official Syllabus	Download PDF
Previous Year Papers	Question Papers
Admit Card	Download Here
Answer Key	Check Official Key
Results	View Result

6. Recommended Preparation Resources

• Standard Books:
  • Bihar Ek Parichay by Imtiaz Ahmed (Bihar GK).
  • General Science by Lucent.
  • Modern History by Spectrum.
• Mock Tests:
  • Testbook BPSC Series (Highly Recommended).
  • Drishti IAS BPSC Mock Tests.
• Current Affairs:
  • Speedy Current Affairs (Yearly).
  • Pratiyogita Darpan (Bihar Edition).