Bihar BPSC 71st PCS Mains Online Form 2025 – Apply Now
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has opened the online application for the 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Mains 2025. This is for 14,261 candidates who qualified the prelims held earlier, targeting 1,298 vacancies in posts like Sub-Divisional Officer (SDM), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), and others.
Applications run from December 3 to December 24, 2025, with no exam fee required for mains.
Important Dates, Application Fee, and Useful Links
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | December 1, 2025 |
| Online Application Start | December 3, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | December 24, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | December 24, 2025 |
| Prelims Result Date | November 18, 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | March-April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Fee | No fee for mains exam (all categories) |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
| Online Application Link | https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in/candidate/login (Login with prelims credentials) |
| Admit Card Link | Available later on official site |
Eligibility Criteria
Only candidates who cleared the 71st BPSC Prelims are eligible for mains. Minimum age varies by post (20-37 years generally), with relaxations for reserved categories. Reservation applies to Bihar domicile: SC/ST, BC/EBC, EWS, PwD, Women (35% horizontal), and Freedom Fighter categories. Certificates must be valid. Graduation is required.
Application Process
Visit bpsc.bihar.gov.in and click “71st Combined Mains Online Form 2025”. Log in using prelims registration number and password. Fill personal details, category, post preferences, and select one optional subject. Upload photo, signature, and documents like matric certificate, graduation marksheet, caste/EWS/disability proofs. Submit and download PDF with barcode. No corrections after submission; keep printout for records.
Exam Pattern
Mains includes:
- General Hindi (100 marks, qualifying).
- GS Paper 1 (300 marks), GS Paper 2 (300 marks), Essay (300 marks).
- Optional subject (100/300 marks based on post).
Minimum qualifying marks: General 40%, BC 36.5%, EBC 34%, SC/ST/Women/PwD 32%. Followed by 120-mark interview. Final merit: 900 mains + 120 interview marks.
Vacancies and Posts
Total 1,298 posts across Bihar govt departments: SDM, DSP, Block Development Officer, Revenue Officer, Rural Development Officer, and 140+ others.
Required Documents
- Matric certificate (for DOB).
- Graduation certificate/marksheet.
- Caste/EWS/Disability/Domicile certificates.
- Photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID).
- Employee NOC (if applicable). All in PDF format.
Top FAQs
Who can apply for BPSC 71st mains?
Only prelims-qualified candidates.
What is the mains application period?
December 3 to 24, 2025.
Is there any fee for mains form?
No fee for all categories.
How to login for mains form?
Use prelims roll number and password on bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
What posts are in BPSC 71st?
SDM, DSP, Revenue Officer, and 1298 total vacancies.
What is the mains exam structure?
GS Papers, Essay, Hindi (qualifying), Optional subject.
When is BPSC mains exam?
Dates to be announced; prelims result out Nov 18.
Reservation in BPSC mains?
Yes, for Bihar domicile SC/ST/BC/EWS/Women/PwD.
Can I change optional subject later?
No, select carefully during application.
Where to check admit card?
Official BPSC website after form submission.