BPSC Prelims Syllabus
Topic-Wise 2026
Complete GS Breakdown with Strong Bihar Focus
Actionable • Updated • Exam-Oriented
Why This Is the Most Reliable BPSC Prelims Syllabus Page
If you’re searching for the BPSC Prelims syllabus topic-wise, you’ve likely seen many generic lists. This page is different.
We have created the most comprehensive, aspirant-friendly, and up-to-date topic-wise breakdown available online. It is specifically designed keeping in mind:
- ✓ Actual pattern of questions asked in recent BPSC exams (70th & 71st)
- ✓ Heavy Bihar-specific weightage that makes or breaks your score
- ✓ Practical preparation strategy instead of just topic names
- ✓ Regular updates aligned with official BPSC notifications
BPSC Prelims Exam Pattern (Quick Reference)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (Objective/MCQ) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Nature | Qualifying for Mains |
| Language | Hindi & English (Bilingual) |
Key Insight: There is only one GS paper. Your entire Prelims score depends on how well you cover these topics with Bihar focus.
📋 Table of Contents
I. General Knowledge & Current Affairs
Why it matters: This is the most dynamic and scoring section if prepared smartly. BPSC heavily tests Bihar-specific current affairs.
Detailed Topics
National & International Events
- Major national events, government policies, and schemes of last 12–18 months
- International summits, treaties, visits, and India’s role (G20, SCO, BRICS, Quad, etc.)
- Important days, years, and themes declared by UN, India, and Bihar government
Government Schemes (Central + Bihar Special)
- Flagship Central schemes (PM-KISAN, PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ujjwala, etc.)
- Bihar-specific schemes: Saat Nischay Yojana, Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana, Bihar Student Credit Card, Industrial Investment Promotion Policy, etc.
- Recent budget announcements and new initiatives
Awards, Honours, Books & Authors
- Major civilian awards (Padma, Bharat Ratna, Gallantry awards)
- Important books released in last 2 years + their authors
- Literary awards and Bihar-related authors
Appointments, Resignations & Important Personalities
- Key appointments in Bihar government, Central government, constitutional bodies
- Chief Ministers, Governors, Chief Secretaries, and important bureaucrats of Bihar
Science & Technology + Environment
- ISRO & DRDO missions, new technologies (AI, semiconductors, 5G/6G)
- Climate change reports, COP summits, major environmental agreements
- Health-related developments and disease outbreaks
Sports, Reports & Summits
- Major sporting events and Indian performance
- Economic Survey, Union Budget, NITI Aayog reports, Bihar Economic Survey
- Important indices and India/Bihar’s ranking
Bihar State Current Affairs (Highest Priority)
- Political developments, cabinet reshuffles, major projects (expressways, airports, industrial corridors)
- Floods, disasters, relief measures, and government response
- Cultural events, festivals, tourism initiatives, and achievements by Biharis
📌 Preparation Tips from CrackTarget Mentors
- Read The Hindu or Indian Express daily + one Bihar newspaper (Prabhat Khabar / Dainik Jagran).
- Maintain a separate Bihar Current Affairs notebook.
- Revise monthly compilations — we publish free Bihar Special Current Affairs PDFs.
- Focus on “why it matters for Bihar” angle in every national news.
II. History of India & Bihar
Special Note: BPSC loves questions that connect national events with Bihar’s role.
a) Ancient History
- Indus Valley Civilization (with focus on sites in Bihar region)
- Vedic Period, Later Vedic developments
- Rise of Jainism & Buddhism — Bodh Gaya, Vaishali, Nalanda, Rajgir (extremely important for BPSC)
- Maurya Empire (especially Ashoka and his connection with Bihar)
- Gupta Empire and its cultural contributions
- Post-Gupta period and important dynasties
Bihar Angle: Nalanda University, Vikramshila, ancient republics of Vaishali, Buddha’s teachings and tours in Bihar.
b) Medieval History
- Delhi Sultanate (Slave, Khilji, Tughlaq, Sayyid, Lodi dynasties)
- Mughal Empire (Babur to Aurangzeb) with special focus on Bihar governors and events
- Bhakti Movement and Sufi saints (especially those active in Bihar)
- Regional powers and their interaction with Bihar
c) Modern Indian History & Indian National Movement
- Revolt of 1857 — Kunwar Singh’s role in Bihar (very high priority)
- Socio-religious reform movements
- Indian National Congress formation and early phase
- Champaran Satyagraha (1917) — Gandhi’s first major movement in India (Bihar)
- Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India Movement and Bihar’s participation
- Role of Bihar in Freedom Struggle: Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Jayaprakash Narayan, Anugrah Narayan Sinha, etc.
- Partition and Independence
Start with NCERT Class 6–12 (History) → Use Spectrum for Modern India → Make short notes on every Bihar personality and event → Solve previous 10 years BPSC questions.
III. Geography of India & Bihar
Bihar Focus: One of the most important sections for BPSC.
a) Physical Geography
- Mountains, plateaus, plains, deserts of India
- Major rivers, lakes, and water bodies
- Indian monsoon, climate types, soil types, natural vegetation
- Natural resources and mineral distribution
b) Economic & Human Geography
- Agriculture (crops, Green Revolution, issues)
- Industries, transport, communication
- Population, urbanization, migration, census data
- Economic geography of resources
c) Geography of Bihar (Highest Scoring Area)
- Major rivers: Ganga, Kosi, Gandak, Bagmati, Mahananda, Son — their origin, course, floods, and projects
- Physiographic divisions of Bihar
- Soils of Bihar and agricultural regions
- Forests, wildlife sanctuaries, national parks in Bihar
- Flood and drought-prone areas, disaster management
- Mineral resources, industries (sugar, jute, etc.)
- Census data, population density, literacy, sex ratio of Bihar districts
- Important projects: expressways, airports (Patna, Gaya, Darbhanga, upcoming), power plants, irrigation
Preparation Tips: NCERT Class 6–12 Geography + Bihar specific books (Bihar Ek Parichay recommended). Focus heavily on river systems and floods — questions appear almost every year. Use maps extensively.
IV. Indian Polity & Governance
Core Topics
- Constitution of India: Making, features, Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties, Amendment procedure
- Union Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary
- State Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary (with Bihar examples)
- Panchayati Raj System and 73rd & 74th Amendments (very important)
- Important Articles and Schedules
- Constitutional and non-constitutional bodies (Election Commission, CAG, UPSC, NITI Aayog, etc.)
- Governance in Bihar: Bihar Legislative Assembly & Council, Governor’s role, CM & Council of Ministers, important Bihar acts and policies
- Recent constitutional amendments and landmark judgments
Bihar-Specific Focus
- Bihar’s contribution to Constitution making (Dr. Rajendra Prasad as President of Constituent Assembly)
- Bihar Panchayati Raj system and recent changes
- Important Bihar government schemes and their constitutional basis
Preparation Tips: M. Laxmikanth (Indian Polity) is Bible for this section. Read Bihar-specific polity notes. Focus on “application-based” questions rather than rote learning.
V. Indian Economy & Bihar Economy
Core Topics
- Basic economic concepts: GDP, GNP, Inflation, Deflation, Poverty, Unemployment, Banking, Monetary & Fiscal Policy
- Planning in India (Five Year Plans → NITI Aayog)
- Union Budget, Taxation (GST, Income Tax), Banking sector reforms
- Agriculture, industry, and service sector of India
- Poverty alleviation and employment generation schemes
- Changes in Bihar’s economy after independence
- Bihar Budget, State Finances, major economic indicators of Bihar
- Industrial development in Bihar, investment policies, challenges (migration, infrastructure)
- Agriculture in Bihar: crops, productivity, issues, government initiatives
- Flagship schemes of Bihar government and their economic impact
Preparation Tips: NCERT Class 9–12 Economics + Economic Survey of India + Bihar Economic Survey. Follow Union Budget and Bihar Budget highlights every year.
VI. General Science
Level: Up to Class 10 NCERT (basic understanding + application)
Physics
Motion, Force, Work, Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity, Magnetism, Modern Physics basics
Chemistry
Matter, Atoms, Molecules, Chemical reactions, Acids-Bases-Salts, Metals-Non-metals, Carbon compounds
Biology
Cell, Tissues, Life Processes, Control & Coordination, Reproduction, Heredity, Our Environment, Why do we fall ill?
Environment & Current Science
Pollution, Climate Change, ISRO/DRDO missions, Biotechnology, AI, Renewable energy, Health & Diseases
Preparation Tips: Read NCERT Class 6–10 Science thoroughly. Focus on conceptual clarity. Read science section of newspapers for current developments.
VII. Miscellaneous / Bihar Special
This section overlaps with others but carries dedicated weightage in BPSC.
Important Areas
- Bihar Special: Art, Culture, Folk traditions, Festivals (Chhath Puja, Sonepur Cattle Fair, etc.), Cuisine, Handicrafts, Tourism places, Famous personalities from Bihar
- Important reports, surveys, and indices related to Bihar
- Census data and socio-economic indicators of Bihar
- United Nations and International Organisations (with India/Bihar context)
- Important dates, events, and days
- Logical reasoning, basic numeracy, and general mental ability (sometimes tested)
Pro Tip: Many “Miscellaneous” questions actually come from Bihar Current Affairs + Culture + Geography overlap.
Smart 90-Day Preparation Strategy Using This Syllabus
- Complete NCERTs (History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science)
- Read this syllabus page twice and highlight weak areas
- Start daily current affairs habit
- Standard books + Bihar specific material
- Make short notes for every Bihar river, scheme, personality
- Solve topic-wise MCQs
- Full-length mock tests
- Revise current affairs of last 18 months
- Focus on weak topics from mock analysis
- Quick revision of all notes
- Bihar Special Current Affairs PDF
- 1 mock test every 2 days + analysis
Free Resources by CrackTarget (Highly Recommended)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Is this syllabus updated for the 72nd BPSC Prelims? ▼
Yes. We have aligned it with the latest pattern and focus areas seen in recent exams. The core syllabus remains stable, but we continuously update Bihar current affairs and priority topics.
Q2. How much Bihar-specific content should I study? ▼
Extremely high. In recent papers, 40–60% questions have direct or indirect Bihar connection (History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Current Affairs). This page gives you that edge.
Q3. Should I read the official syllabus only? ▼
The official syllabus is very brief (just 8–10 lines). This topic-wise expansion helps you actually cover what is asked in the exam.
Q4. Which books should I refer to along with this syllabus? ▼
NCERTs + Laxmikanth (Polity) + Spectrum (Modern History) + Standard Geography book + Bihar-specific books + CrackTarget materials.
Q5. How often is this page updated? ▼
We review and update it every 2–3 months or after any major BPSC notification/corrigendum.
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