The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) to recruit candidates for various administrative roles in Bihar. The official notification for the 71st BPSC CCE 2025 is expected to be released soon. The Preliminary Exam for the 71st BPSC CCE is scheduled to take place in November 2025.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced that the 70th BPSC Mains Examination will be held from 25th to 30th April 2025. Aspirants preparing for state civil services should have a clear understanding of the BPSC syllabus and exam pattern to plan their studies effectively. This article provides a detailed overview of the BPSC syllabus and exam pattern to help candidates prepare efficiently.
BPSC Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025
The BPSC exam is conducted in three stages:
- Prelims (Preliminary Exam) – A qualifying objective-type test.
- Mains (Main Exam) – A written subjective test with multiple papers.
- Interview (Personal Interview) – A face-to-face assessment.
The Prelims is the first stage and serves as a screening test. The marks scored in the Prelims will not be considered for the final merit list, but it is crucial to clear this stage to qualify for the Mains exam.
Prelims Exam Pattern:
The BPSC Prelims Exam Pattern has been given below.
| BPSC Prelims Exam Pattern | ||||
| Subjects | Number of questions | Total Marks | Types of Questions | Duration |
| General Studies | 150 | 150 | MCQs | 2 hours |
| Total | 150 questions | 150 marks | ||
Marking Scheme: 1 mark per correct answer. A penalty of 1/3rd of a mark for each incorrect answer (negative marking).
BPSC Prelims Syllabus:
General Studies:
- Current events of national and international importance.
- History of India and the Indian National Movement.
- Geography of India and Bihar (Physical, Social, and Economic Geography).
- Indian Polity and Economy with a focus on Bihar.
- General Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning.
- General Science (basic knowledge of Science and Technology).
- Bihar-specific topics: History of Bihar, Geography, and Economic changes post-independence.
BPSC Syllabus 2025 for Mains Exam
| BPSC Syllabus Mains Exam | |
| Subject | Topics |
| General Hindi | Essay Grammar Syntax |
| General Studies Paper 1 | Indian Culture The Modern History of India Current International and National Events of Importance Statistical Analysis, Diagrams, and Graphs |
| General Studies Paper 2 | Indian Polity Indian Economy and Geography of India Role and Impact of Science and Technology in the Development of India |
| Essay | Candidates will have to write essays on topics related to social, political, economic, philosophical, and administrative issues. |
BPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2025
Candidates who qualify the Prelims move to the Mains examination. The Mains exam consists of written descriptive papers, including a qualifying Hindi paper.
Mains Exam Pattern:
| BPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2025 | ||
| Name of Paper | Total Marks | Duration |
| General Hindi (Qualifying) | 100 | 3 hours |
| General Studies Paper 1 | 300 | 3 hours |
| General Studies Paper 2 | 300 | 3 hours |
| Optional Paper (Qualifying) | 100 | 3 hours |
| Essay | 300 | 3 hours |
BPSC Mains Syllabus:
General Hindi (Qualifying Paper):
- Essay writing, grammar, sentence structure, and comprehension.
- Candidates need to score at least 30 marks to qualify, though these marks are not counted in the merit list.
General Studies Paper 1:
- Indian Culture and the History of Modern India.
- Role of Bihar in the Indian National Movement.
- Statistical analysis, diagrams, and graphs.
- Current events of national and international importance.
General Studies Paper 2:
- Indian Polity and Governance.
- Indian Economy and Geography.
- The role of Science and Technology in India and Bihar’s development.
- Environment and Sustainable Development.
Essay Paper:
- Candidates will have to write essays on topics related to social, political, economic issues.
- Topics may also cover Bihar-specific issues like self-reliant Bihar, digital development, and economic challenges.
BPSC Mains Optional Subjects 2025
Candidates can select one optional subject from a total of 34 available options for the BPSC Mains exam. The complete list of subjects is provided in the table below.
| Agriculture | Philosophy |
| Anthropology | Physics |
| Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science | Political Science and International Relations |
| Botany | Psychology |
| Chemistry | Public Administration |
| Commerce and Accountancy | Sociology |
| Civil Engineering | Statistics |
| Economics | Zoology |
| Electrical Engineering | English Language and Literature |
| Geography | Urdu Language and Literature |
| Geology | Hindi Language and Literature |
| History | Persian Language and Literature |
| Law | Arabic Language and Literature |
| Labour and Social Welfare | Pali Language and Literature |
| Mechanical Engineering | Maithili Language and Literature |
| Mathematics | Bangla Language and Literature |
| Management | Sanskrit Language and Literature |
BPSC 2025 Mains Essay Syllabus
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts the Mains exam to recruit candidates for various administrative positions in Bihar. The Essay Paper carries a total of 300 marks and is divided into three sections. Candidates are required to answer three essays, selecting one from each section. A total of 12 questions will be provided, out of which candidates must choose their topics. Each essay should be written within a word limit of 700–800 words.
BPSC Interview
The final stage is the Personal Interview carrying 120 marks. Candidates are evaluated based on their communication skills, leadership qualities, decision-making ability, and general awareness of Bihar’s socio-economic issues.
BPSC Syllabus PDF Download
BPSC has published the 71th CCE Syllabus. Candidates can download the latest syllabus from the official website. The Syllabus link has been given below. Candidates can download it.
Click Here to download the BPSC Syllabus
The BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Exam 2025 is highly competitive, requiring a well-planned preparation strategy. Candidates must focus on both factual and analytical aspects to score well in all the stages. Understanding the syllabus thoroughly and preparing strategically for each stage will enhance the chances of success.
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