Eligibility & Application Guide for BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Examination 2025

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The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the 71st Combined Competitive Examination 2025, offering 1250 vacancies across various posts under multiple departments of the Bihar Government. Interested candidates can apply online from 29 May 2025 to 23 June 2025.

This guide provides detailed information on eligibility, application process, important dates, vacancy breakdown, and physical fitness requirements. Prepare for the BPSC 71st CCE with CrackTarget.com for expert study resources, mock tests, and personalized guidance to ensure your success!

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BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Examination 2025: Overview


Important Dates

  • Application Start Date: 02June 2025
  • Last Date to Apply Online:30 June 2025
  • Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 30 June 2025
  • Exam Date: To be announced (as per schedule) 31 Aug 2025

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / Other State: ₹600/- + Bank Charges
  • SC / ST / Persons with Disabilities (40% or more): ₹150/- + Bank Charges
  • Female Candidates (Bihar Domicile, All Categories): ₹150/- + Bank Charges
  • Biometric Fee: ₹200/- (exempted for candidates providing Aadhaar Number)
  • Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking) or Offline (E-Challan)
  • Note: Candidates claiming concessional fees must submit valid reservation/domicile/disability certificates by the application deadline. Failure to do so may lead to disqualification.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)

  • Minimum Age:
    • 21 years for Revenue Officer, Block Panchayat Raj Officer, Cooperative Extension Officer, Block SC/ST Welfare Officer.
    • 22 years for Sub-Divisional Officer, Deputy Registrar, Labour Superintendent, Sugarcane Officer, Block Minority Welfare Officer, Financial Administrative Officer.
  • Maximum Age:
    • Unreserved (Male): 37 years
    • Unreserved (Female) / OBC / EBC (Male & Female): 40 years
    • SC / ST (Male & Female): 42 years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • Persons with Disabilities: Additional 10 years.
    • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + service period (max age not exceeding 57 years).
    • NCC Cadets/Instructors: Deduction of NCC service period, provided resultant age does not exceed the upper limit by more than 3 years.
    • Government Employees: 5 years for up to 5 attempts post-regular appointment.
    • Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters: 2% horizontal reservation.
  • Note: For Cooperative Extension Officer, maximum age is calculated as of 01 August 2015.

Educational Qualification

  • 71st CCE (General Posts):
    • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized university in India.
  • Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalent:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics from a recognized university or affiliated institute.
  • Note: Candidates must specify qualifications in the application. For posts with specific qualifications, select the relevant post during application, or candidacy will be invalid.

Vacancy Details: BPSC 71st CCE 2025

Total Posts: 1250 (Table I: 1171 + Table II: 79)

Table I: 71st Combined Competitive Examination

Post NameDepartmentTotal PostsPay LevelEligibility
Sub-Divisional Officer / Senior Deputy CollectorBihar Administrative Service100Level-9Bachelor’s Degree
Deputy Registrar / Joint Deputy RegistrarProhibition, Excise & Registration Dept.4Level-9Bachelor’s Degree
Labour SuperintendentLabour Resources Dept.13Level-9Bachelor’s Degree
Sugarcane OfficerSugarcane Industries Dept.20Level-9Bachelor’s Degree
Revenue Officer & EquivalentBihar Revenue Service, Revenue & Land Reforms Dept.60Level-7Bachelor’s Degree
Block Panchayat Raj OfficerPanchayati Raj Dept.29Level-7Bachelor’s Degree
Cooperative Extension OfficerCooperative Dept.673Level-7Bachelor’s Degree
Block SC/ST Welfare OfficerSC/ST Welfare Dept.16Level-7Bachelor’s Degree
Block Minority Welfare OfficerMinority Welfare Dept.614Level-6Bachelor’s Degree

Table II: Other Posts

Post NameDepartmentTotal PostsPay LevelEligibility
Financial Administrative Officer & EquivalentFinance Dept.79Level-9Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

Exam/PostUREWSSCSTEBCBCBC FemaleTotal
71st CCE (Table I)5341151549179148321171
Financial Administrative Officer (Table II)368111912279
Total57012316510188160341250

Reservation for Special Categories

  • Women: 35% horizontal reservation (392 posts in Table I, 27 in Table II).
  • Persons with Disabilities: 4% horizontal reservation (VI: 11, DD: 12, OH: 11, MD: 12 in Table I; DD: 1, OH: 1, MD: 1 in Table II).
  • Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters: 2% horizontal reservation (23 posts in Table I, 2 in Table II).
  • EWS: 10% reservation as per Bihar Government rules.

How to Apply for BPSC 71st CCE 2025

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to BPSC Official Website.
  2. Read the Notification: Review the official notification for eligibility, syllabus, and details.
  3. Prepare Documents: Gather ID proof, educational certificates, caste/residence/disability/freedom fighter certificates, and a live photo with Hindi/English signature. Upload on Digilocker.
  4. Fill the Application Form: Complete the online form, specifying reservation category and qualifications.
  5. Pay the Application Fee: Pay via online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking) or offline (E-Challan).
  6. Preview and Submit: Verify details before submission.
  7. Take a Printout: Save and print the submitted form for future reference.
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  • Candidates must be physically fit, well-built, and free from defects that hinder duty performance. A Medical Board will verify fitness, and unfit candidates will not be selected. Specific requirements include:
  • Hearing: Must hear clearly from 10 feet with normal to slightly raised voice, tested separately for each ear.
  • Speech: No stammering.
  • Teeth: In good condition, with artificial teeth if needed for chewing.
  • Chest: Well-formed with adequate expansion; healthy heart and lungs.
  • Abdomen: No signs of abdominal disease.
  • Hernia/Other Conditions: No hernia, severe varicose veins, piles, or scrotal tumors.
  • Limbs: Strong, well-developed limbs with smooth joint movement.
  • Skin: No chronic skin diseases.
  • Congenital Defects: None present.
  • General Health: No signs of acute/chronic diseases affecting physical fitness.
  • Vaccination: Proof of vaccination required.
  • Communicable Diseases: Must be free from such diseases.
  • Note: For posts like Bihar Police Service/District Commandant/Jail Superintendent (not included in this advertisement), additional physical standards apply as per Appendix ‘A’.

Selection Process for BPSC 71st CCE 2025


Reservation Guidelines

  • Eligibility: Only for permanent Bihar residents. Non-residents ineligible for reservation.
  • Required Certificates (valid till 23 June 2025, originals required at interview):
    • SC/ST: Caste and domicile certificates.
    • OBC/EBC: Non-creamy layer and domicile certificates.
    • EWS: Income and asset certificate (valid for 1 year).
    • Women (Reservation): Caste/non-creamy layer certificate in father’s name/address.
    • Persons with Disabilities: Disability certificate (government medical college/hospital or verified by Civil Surgeon/CMO). Scribe users must select ‘Yes’ in application and submit affidavit.
    • Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters: Certificate from District Magistrate/authorized officer.

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