The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the admit cards for its **71st Preliminary Examination**. Students and job seekers who applied can download their admit cards from the official website,bpsc.bihar.gov.in. The exam is scheduled for **September 13, 2025**.
This exam aims to fill **1298 government posts** in Bihar. These include important roles like Sub Division Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, District Commandant, and others.
Key Dates for BPSC 71st Exam 2025
It is important to remember the following dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | June 2, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 30, 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | June 30, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | September 6, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | September 13, 2025 |
| Result Date | Will be announced later |
Posts, Eligibility, Age, and Fees
Total Posts Available
- A total of **1298 vacancies** are available for the BPSC 71st recruitment drive.
Education Qualification
- Candidates must have a **Bachelor’s Degree** in any stream from a recognized university or institution in India.
Physical Standards for Police Posts
For posts in the Police Department, male candidates need:
- Height: Minimum **5 feet 5 inches**
- Chest: Minimum **32 inches**
Age Limit (as of August 1, 2025)
- Minimum Age: **21 years**
- Maximum Age: **37 years** for General Male candidates. Age limits for other categories (like OBC, SC/ST, Female) may go up to **40 or 42 years**. Candidates should check the official notification for full details.
Application Fee
The application fee is as follows:
- General / OBC / EWS candidates: **₹600**
- Candidates from other states: **₹600**
- SC / ST / Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates of Bihar: **₹150**
- Female candidates of Bihar: **₹150**
You can pay the fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline using an E-Challan.
BPSC 71st Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam Pattern
The Preliminary Exam is for screening candidates. It has one paper:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
Main Exam Pattern
The Main Exam is subjective (writing answers). It includes:
| Paper | Paper Name | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Exam (Subjective) | General Hindi (Qualifying) | 100 | 3 Hours |
| General Studies Paper 1 | 300 | 3 Hours | |
| General Studies Paper 2 | 300 | 3 Hours | |
| Optional Paper | 300 | 3 Hours |
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected through these steps:
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam
- Interview
- Document Verification
How to Download BPSC 71st Admit Card 2025
Follow these simple steps to download your admit card:
- Go to the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “BPSC 71st Admit Card 2025” or “Hall Ticket Download”.
- Click on that link.
- You will need to enter your **Application Number** and **Date of Birth**.
- Click the “Submit” button.
- Your admit card will appear on your screen.
- Download and print a clear copy of your admit card.
- Remember to carry this printed admit card along with a valid photo ID (like Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Driving License) to the examination hall.