Bihar Public Service Commission has started the application process for its 71st Combined Competitive Exam (CCE) 2025. This is a great opportunity for all those who want to kick-start their career in various administrative roles in Bihar. Come, in this article we will tell you in detail about every step of the application, eligibility criteria, application fees and important dates!
Important Highlights of BPSC 71st CCE 2025
- Total Posts Available: 1250
- Application Start Date: 2nd June 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 30th June 2025
- Preliminary Exam Date: 30th August 2025
- Job Roles: Various high-level positions in Administrative, Revenue, Panchayati Raj, Welfare and Cooperation Department.
Let us now see the details of the application process and eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for BPSC CCE, ensure that you meet the below-mentioned eligibility requirements:
- Education Qualification: The applicant should have a bachelor’s degree from any recognized university.
- Age Limit:
- Minimum Age Limit- 20 years
- Maximum Age Limit – 37 years (General Male)
- Reserved categories and female candidates will get relaxation as per the government rules.
Tip: Ensure that your educational documents and birth certificate are ready before applying.
Application Fees
Below you can see the breakup of applicable application fees for different categories:
| Category | Application Fee (INR) |
| General/OBC | 600 |
| SC/ST & Women | 150 |
| Physically Disabled (PH) | 150 |
You can pay the fee online (debit card, credit card, net banking) or through offline challan method.
Step by Step Guide to Apply
- Visit BPSC official website
- Go to the “Apply Online” section and click on “BPSC 71st CCE 2025” link.
- Register as a new user by filling in your basic details.
- After getting the login credentials, login to the portal and fill in the required details:
- Personal Information
- Educational Details
- Category Information
- Upload documents:
- Passport Size Photo
- Signature
- Graduation Certificate
- Required application fees are to be paid.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Pro Tip: After submitting the application form, definitely check the confirmation message.
Summary of Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | 2nd June 2025 |
| Application End Date | 30th June 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam | 30th August 2025 |
Don’t miss these dates and start preparations timely!
FAQs Section
Q1. Where will I find the BPSC CCE syllabus?
You can download detailed syllabus and exam pattern from the official website of BPSC.
Q2. Will the admit card for prelims be available offline?
No, you will have to download the admit card only in online mode.
Q3. How many attempts are allowed for this exam?
There is no fixed limit for General category, you just must meet the age criteria.
Q4. How to check BPSC application status?
You can check the update on your application status by logging in to the official website.
Q5. Some tips for exam preparation?
- Make sure to refer to NCERT books and previous year question papers.