BPSC PCS Syllabus 2026
Bihar Public Service Commission Combined Competitive Examination
Conducted By
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Eligibility
Graduate from a recognized University; knowledge of Hindi and Bihar GK preferred
Age Limit
20-37 years (General); 20-40 years (BC/EBC); 20-42 years (SC/ST/Women)
Exam Pattern
Preliminary (Objective), Mains (Descriptive), Interview
Aiming to become an administrative or police officer in Bihar? The BPSC Combined Competitive Examination is your gateway. It is the most prestigious exam in the state. Clear it to enter elite services like SDM and DSP. The role offers administrative authority and a chance to shape state policies.
The exam has three main stages. First, you face the preliminary objective test. It checks your general studies knowledge with negative marking. Next comes the mains with descriptive papers. The third phase is the personal interview. You must study Bihar history, geography, and economy in great detail to score well.
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Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus (26 topics)
Preliminary Examination
150 MCQs | 150 marks | 2 hours | 0.25 negative marking
General Studies 150 Marks
- General Science - Physics, Chemistry, Biology (up to Class 10)
- Current Affairs - National and International Importance
- History of India - Ancient, Medieval and Modern
- History of Bihar - Magadha, Pala, Maurya, Modern Bihar
- Geography of India and World
- Geography of Bihar - Topography, Rivers, Climate
- Indian Polity and Economy
- Economy and Agriculture of Bihar
- Role of Bihar in Freedom Struggle
- General Mental Ability - Reasoning and Arithmetic
Mains Examination
5 Papers | Total 900 marks | Two General Studies papers + Optional + Essay + Hindi
Paper I: Hindi Language (Qualifying) + Essay 100 Marks
- Hindi Language - Grammar and Composition (Qualifying: 30 marks min)
- Essay Writing - Social, Economic, Educational Issues
Paper II: General Studies I 300 Marks
- Indian Culture and Civilization - Art, Literature, Architecture
- Modern History of India and Bihar
- Indian National Movement - Role of Bihar
- Statistics, Geography, and Socioeconomic Development of Bihar
- Post-Independence Development in Bihar
Paper III: General Studies II 300 Marks
- Indian Polity - Union, States, Legislature, Judiciary
- Indian Planning, Development and Economy
- Indian Public Administration and Good Governance
- General Science, Technology and Environment
- Role and Status of Women in Bihar and India
- Social Protection and Welfare Schemes
Paper IV & V: Optional Subject 200 Marks
- Choose 1 Optional from: History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, etc.
- Optional Paper I - Core Topics
- Optional Paper II - Advanced Topics
Recommended Reference Books
| Subject | Book Title | Author / Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar Special | Bihar Ek Parichay | Arihant |
| History | Modern History of India | Bipan Chandra |
| Geography | Geography of India | Majid Husain |
| Polity | Indian Polity | M. Laxmikanth |
| Economy | Indian Economy Key Concepts | Sanjeev Verma |
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