1. About BPSC CCE

• Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) annually to recruit eligible candidates for various administrative posts in the Bihar government.
• The 71st CCE is one of the major recruitment drives with a large number of vacancies.

2. Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 1250 (may vary slightly as per official notification)
• Posts include:
  • Bihar Administrative Service (BAS)
  • Bihar Police Service (BPS)
  • Bihar Finance Service
  • Other Group A & B services

3. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Final year students are usually allowed to apply but must provide proof of passing before the interview.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 37 years (may vary based on category)
• Age relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms.

4. Application Process

Step 1: Notification Release

• Official notification published on BPSC website:
  https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in

Step 2: Online Application

• Register on the official portal.
• Fill the application form with correct details.
• Upload necessary documents (photo, signature, educational certificates).
• Pay the application fee online.

Step 3: Application Submission

• Review and submit the application.
• Print the confirmation page and fee receipt.

5. Selection Process

• Preliminary Examination: Objective MCQ based test for screening.
• Main Examination: Written descriptive exam covering multiple subjects.
• Interview/Personality Test: Final round for selected candidates.
• Document Verification: Verification of eligibility documents.

6. Exam Pattern & Syllabus

• Prelims:
  • General Studies (Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, etc.)
  • Aptitude & Reasoning
• Mains:
  • General Hindi and General English
  • General Studies Papers (1 to 4 covering topics like Indian History, Indian Polity, Economy, Science, Technology, Environment, etc.)
  • Optional Subject Papers (selected by candidate)
• Interview: Assess personality and suitability.

7. Salary & Benefits

• Pay scale as per Bihar government service rules.
• Includes salary, allowances, medical benefits, pension, and other perks.

8. Important Dates (Tentative)

9. Preparation Tips

• Thoroughly study the syllabus and exam pattern.
• Practice previous year question papers.
• Stay updated with Bihar and national current affairs.
• Improve writing and analytical skills for mains.
• Practice mock interviews.

10. Official Website and Resources

• BPSC Official Website: https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in
• Download official notifications, syllabus, and results here.