Official topic-wise syllabus and examination pattern for BPSC Combined Competitive Examination (70th / 71st BPSC CCE) Syllabus 2026 conducted by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). Complete stage breakdown, subject weightage, duration, and marking scheme.
Official syllabus curriculum and subject topics prescribed by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
General Science (Day-to-day scientific observation and understanding).
Current events of National and International importance.
History of India and salient features of the history of Bihar.
General Geography and geographical division of Bihar and its major river systems.
Indian Polity and Economy and major changes in the economy of Bihar in the post-independence period.
Indian National Movement and the part played by Bihar in it (1857 Revolt, Champaran Satyagraha, Quit India Movement, role of Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Veer Kunwar Singh, Jayaprakash Narayan).
Questions on General Mental Ability & Basic Mathematics (10 Questions).
Nibandh (Essay) - 30 Marks.
Vyakaran (Grammar) - 30 Marks.
Vakya Vinyas (Syntax / Sentence Construction) - 25 Marks.
Sankshepan (Precis Writing) - 15 Marks.
Modern history of India and Indian culture (from around middle of 19th century: Western education in Bihar, Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore, 1857 in Bihar, tribal uprisings - Santhal, Birsa Munda, Champaran, Quit India Movement).
Art and Architecture of Bihar: Maurya Art, Pala Art, Patna Qalam Painting, Maithili/Madhubani painting.
Current events of national and international importance (bilateral treaties, regional groupings, geopolitical developments).
Statistical analysis, graphs and diagrams (Data Interpretation, histograms, pie charts, percentage variance, inference testing).
Indian Polity (with special reference to Bihar: Federalism, Governor's role, Coalition politics, Caste factor, Electoral reforms, Panchayati Raj 73rd/74th amendments, Judiciary, Fundamental Rights & DPSP).
Indian Economy and Geography of India (with special reference to Bihar: Economic planning, agriculture, industrial backwardness, poverty, unemployment, migration, natural resources, flood and drought management).
The role and impact of science and technology in the development of India and Bihar (Applied science, IT, space tech, renewable energy, waste management, cyber security, disaster reduction).
Section I: General / Philosophical / Socio-economic themes (100 Marks).
Section II: Contemporary National and Governance issues (100 Marks).
Section III: Bihar Specific Cultural, Proverbial, and Folk Dialect Themes (in Bhojpuri, Maithili, Magahi proverbs and regional issues - 100 Marks).
Multiple Choice Objective Paper chosen by candidate (General: 40%, OBC: 36.5%, EBC: 34%, SC/ST/Women/PwD: 32% qualifying standard).
Marks are not added to final merit.
Interview by BPSC Board assessing administrative suitability, awareness of Bihar's administrative challenges, moral integrity, leadership, and crisis management.
Candidates are advised to prepare systematically covering all prescribed topics, solve previous years' question papers, and practice mock tests under timed conditions.
Note: This syllabus and exam pattern is published purely for general informational purposes. Candidates are strongly advised to visit the official website and refer to the official syllabus circular to verify any recent changes, scheme updates, or revisions. We are not responsible for any inadvertent error, omission, or subsequent modifications made by the conducting authority.
