The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the admit cards for the Mineral Development Officer (MDO) recruitment exam 2025. Candidates who applied for these government jobs can now download their hall tickets. The exam is scheduled for August 9 and 10, 2025 . This recruitment aims to fill 15 posts for Mineral Development Officers.
To appear for the exam, all applicants must download their admit card from the official BPSC website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in . The admit card was made available on August 6, 2025 .
Admit Card and Important Dates
The admit card, also known as the hall ticket, is a must-have document for the exam. It contains important details like your exam center, date, and time. Make sure to download and print it well before the exam days.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | May 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 16, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | August 06, 2025 |
| Exam Date | August 09 to 10, 2025 |
| Result Date | To be announced soon |
Application Fee
The application fee details were as follows:
- For General, OBC, EWS, and Other State candidates: ₹750/-
- For SC, ST, and Female candidates from Bihar: ₹200/-
Candidates paid the fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline using E-Challan.
About the MDO Recruitment 2025
BPSC announced this recruitment drive to find eligible candidates for Mineral Development Officer roles. There are a total of 15 vacancies .
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)
To be eligible for the Mineral Development Officer post, candidates needed to have specific educational qualifications:
- An M.Sc. Degree in Geology or Applied Geology, OR
- An M.Tech. in Geology, OR
- A Degree in Mining Engineering.
These qualifications must be from a recognized university or institution in India.
Age Limit
As of August 1, 2025 , applicants must meet the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 years for General candidates. Age limits varied for reserved categories (up to 40 or 42 years).
Understanding the Selection Process
The selection for BPSC MDO posts involves several stages to pick the best candidates:
- Written Exam: The first stage.
- Interview: Candidates who pass the written exam move to this stage.
- Document Verification: Original documents are checked for correctness.
- Final Merit List: A final list of selected candidates is prepared.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written exam will have three papers, each lasting 1 hour 30 minutes. Each paper will have 100 questions.
| Subject | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 100 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Mining OR Geology | 100 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Mineral Policy and Related Acts/Rules | 100 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
Salary for Mineral Development Officer
Selected candidates for the MDO post will receive an attractive salary:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary | ₹53,100/- to ₹1,67,800/- Per Month |
| Grade Pay | As Per Government Rules |
| Pay Level | As Per Government Rules |
| Other Allowances | As Per Government Rules |
How to Download Your Admit Card
Follow these simple steps to download your BPSC MDO Admit Card 2025:
- Go to the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “BPSC MDO Admit Card 2025 Download” or “Hall Ticket”. Click on it.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth in the required fields.
- Click the “Submit” button.
- Your admit card will show on the screen.
- Download it, save it, and take a clear printout.
Important: Remember to carry a printed copy of your admit card to the exam hall. Also, bring a valid photo ID proof, such as your Aadhaar card or PAN card, for verification.