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BPSC 2022 Exam Date Latest Updates

The BPSC admit card 2022 has been released by the Bihar Public Service Commission for the 67th BPSC exam. The candidates will be appearing for the BPSC exam as per schedule which is on 30 September 2022. The exam shall be held in a single shift from 12 PM to 2 PM. The registered candidates can download the admit cards from 20 September onwards for which the link is active now.

BPSC also released its annual BPSC Calendar 2022- 2023 for the BPSC exam. The calendar notified you of the 67th BPSC and 68th BPSC exam date for Prelims and Mains exam. In addition to this, you can also get information about the release of the result for each stage of the exam. Below is the link to check the BPSC calendar (new).

Additionally, candidates must practice the BPSC previous year question papers to strengthen their preparation for the exam. Candidates who have applied for the exam must check the revised vacancies below. The official notification PDF for the increased vacancy is given below:

BPSC Exam Date 2022

The 67th BPSC exam date has been officially announced by BPSC on its website. The exam will be held on a single day in the last week of September 2022. Check out the exam date in the given table below.

BPSC CCE Events

Important Dates

67th BPSC Notification 2021 Date

September 24, 2021

67th BPSC Application Form 2021 Begins

September 30, 2021

Last Date to apply for 67th BPSC Exam 2021

November 19, 2021 (revised)

Admit Card for Prelims to be released on

20 September 2022

BPSC Exam Date 2022 for Prelims

30 September 2022 (New)

21 September 2022

BPSC Prelims Result and Answer Key 2022

to be announced

67th BPSC Mains Admit Card 2022

to be announced

67th BPSC Mains Exam Date 2022

to be announced

67th BPSC Mains 2022 Result

to be announced

67th BPSC Notification 2022

Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) had released the 67th BPSC notification pdf on its official website on 24 September 2021. Candidates are eligible to apply for gazetted Group A and B posts in various departments of BPSC. As per the BPSC Notification, BPSC vacancy 2021-2022 is now for 802 posts (increased) which include Bihar Administrative Service, RO, RDO, and more.

ThePrelims exam date for BPSC exam2022 is now announced. The new exam date is in the last week of August 2022. In addition to this, BPSC 68th notification 2022 is yet to be released by the Commission.

BPSC 68th Notification 2022

BPSC will release the BPSC 68th notification 2022 soon on its official website. We shall update you here with further information once it is made available on the BPSC website.

68th BPSC Exam Events

BPSC Important Dates

68th BPSC Notification 2022

To be Released

68th BPSC Prelims Exam Date

8 January 2023

BPSC Prelims Result Release Date

22 February 2023

68th BPSC Mains Exam Date

8 April 2023

BPSC Mains Result Date

22 June 2023

BPSC interview date

7 July 2023

BPSC Final Result Date

5 September 2023

67th BPSC Vacancy 2022

BPSC has increased the vacancy by a further 4 for the 67th BPSC exam 2022. As per the latest notice, the vacancies for the BPSC exam are now 802.

What is the BPSC Exam?

BPSC conducts the Bihar Civil Service examination to fill various vacancies in the General Administrative Department. The 67th BPSC Prelims Notification has been declared for 802 (increased) posts. BPSC holds the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) in three stages, Prelims, Mains and Interview.

BPSC Exam Overview

BPSC Exam

Exam Name

67th BPSC Exam 2021-2022

Exam Type & Level

BPSC State level Exam

BPSC Eligibility

Any graduate candidate

Selection Process

Prelims, Mains and Interview

BPSC Vacancy 2021-2022

802

Official Website

https://www.bpsc.bih.nic.in/

67th BPSC Admit Card 2022

BPSC has activated the 67th BPSC admit card 2022 on its official website as per its schedule which is on 20 September. The 67th BPSC exam is to be held on 30 September 2022 in one shift. It is advisable to download the hall ticket in advance to avoid last minute rush.

BPSC Eligibility Criteria 2022

BPSC has notified the eligibility criteria for Bihar civil service exam 2022. The BPSC eligibility defines the age limit and educational qualification for all the categories. It is important to go through the eligibility criteria to avoid disqualification from the exam.

BPSC Age Limit

To apply for the BPSC Exam, the BPSC age limit is defined for different categories. The BPSC age limit for general male is 20 - 37 years. The BPSC upper age limit for the remaining categories are:

Category

BPSC Upper Age Limit

General Category – Male

37 years

General Category – Female

40 years

BC/OBC (Male, Female)

40 years

SC/ST (Male, Female)

42 years

BPSC Age Relaxation

BPSC has defined special provisions regarding age relaxation for several categories. BPSC age relaxation for ex-servicemen is 3 years plus the years of service, conditionally the applicant is not above 53 years of age. For the applicants applying under the Persons with Disability (PwD) category, the age relaxation of 10 years is given.

BPSC has also defined age eligibility for government servants who have been in continuous service for at least three years. The upper age limit is relaxed by 05 years.

BPSC Educational Qualification

To apply for BPSC Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination need to have a Graduation or equivalent degree from a government-recognized university. The BPSC educational eligibility criteria do not mention a specialised field or minimum marks in graduation. The only BPSC educational criteria are to have a graduation degree from a recognized institute.

BPSC Selection Process

The selection process for the BPSC exam is based on the Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview. Candidates who will complete the exams and the interview will get shortlisted for the BPSC CSE

       The BPSC Prelims Exam is qualifying in nature and the candidate who successfully clears the cutoff is eligible for BPSC Mains Exam.

       For the final BPSC CCE selection, Mains and Interview marks are noted.

BPSC Exam Pattern

Candidates must go through the detailed BPSC exam pattern that consists of Prelims, Mains and Interview for their exam preparation. Below you can check out the Prelims and Mains paper pattern that gives you a brief of the examination process.

BPSC Prelims Exam Pattern

BPSC Combined Competitive Prelims exam consists of only one paper which is General Studies (GS) will be an objective type. The exam duration is 2 hours, carrying a total of 150 marks. Before you appear for the exam, make sure you are well aware of the latest BPSC Exam Pattern.

BPSC Prelims Exam Pattern

Subject Name

Total Marks

Time Duration

General Studies

150

2 hours

BPSC Mains Exam Pattern

BPSC Mains exam pattern is four papers i.e. General Hindi, General Studies Paper-1, General Studies Paper-2 and Optional Paper.

S.No.

Paper

Total Marks

Duration

1.

General Hindi

100

3 hrs

2.

General Studies Paper-1

300

3 hrs

3.

General Studies Paper-2

300

3 hrs

4.

Optional Paper

300

3 hrs

Total Marks

900

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BPSC 2022 Syllabus

All the applicants must have a fair understanding of the BPSC Syllabus for Prelims and Mains exam. BPSC Syllabus consists of the syllabus for both BPSC Prelims and BPSC Mains examination.

BPSC Prelims Syllabus

The BPSC Prelims Syllabus is mentioned below

       General Knowledge

       National/International Current Affairs

       History of India and Bihar

       Geography (India & Bihar)

       Rivers (Bihar)

       India's polity

       Indian economy

       Economy of Bihar after Freedom

       Indian Movements and Contribution of Bihar

BPSC Mains Syllabus

The BPSC Mains Syllabus is mentioned below

General Hindi Paper (only qualifying in nature, 30 marks are required)

       निबंध- 30 अंक

       व्याकरण- 30 अंक

       वाक्य विन्यास- 25 अंक

       संक्षेपण- 15 अंक

General Studies Paper-1

       Modern History of India and Indian culture.

       Current events of national and international importance.

       Statistical analysis, graphs, and diagrams.

General Studies Paper-2

       Indian Polity

       Indian economy and Geography of India and

       The role and impact of science and technology in the development of India

       Modern History of India and Indian culture.

       Current events of national and international importance.

       Statistical analysis, graphs, and diagrams.

BPSC 2022 Salary

BPSC salary is determined by the accepted pay commission. There are various posts via BPSC Exam 2022. The BPSC civil services salary for various posts under BPSC Recruitment is Rs. 9,300 – 34,800/- + Grade Pay Rs. 5400/-, 4800/-, 4200/-. The BPSC salary also includes various perks and allowances. The basic salary also includes multiple components like DA, HRA, etc.

How to Prepare for BPSC Exam 2022?

Effective and efficient preparation for the upcoming BPSC Prelims examination includes comprehensive coverage of the syllabus, complete understanding of the concepts, and regular revision to enhance memorization. Utilize the below-mentioned study resources to level up your exam preparation.

BPSC Previous Years Question Papers

One of the most reliable and useful resources for your BPSC exam preparation is the previous year BPSC question papers. Every aspirant must solve the BPSC previous year question paper to analyse the question trend and weightage of various topics. Check the 66th BPSC Prelims Exam Question Paper in both English and Hindi along with the BPSC Prelims Answer Key 2020 and the direct link to download the BPSC Prelims Question Paper pdf (All sets). Also, check the expected cutoff of the BPSC Prelims Exam.

BPSC Practice Set

BPSC Question Paper Set is an assembly of all the question papers for your practice and revision. The BPSC question paper set lets you practice all the important questions and revise the topics regularly. The continuous practice of BPSC question papers also lets you strategize the manner to attempt the exam and improve accuracy. It also helps you minimise errors, therefore, increasing your score tremendously.

BPSC Quizzes

After completion of each subject and the syllabus, you must test your knowledge and preparation using the BPSC quiz. The BPSC quiz questions cover both static and current affairs questions. The BPSC quiz static questions cover all the subjects and help you revise and prepare the subject more comprehensively.

Test your preparation consistently to analyse where you stand and make continuous improvements to reach your desired score.

BPSC Mock Tests 2022

AVISION'S Exam Prep BPSC mock test is created by exam experts and is based on the latest exam pattern. The BPSC test series lets you practice both the static and current affairs sections of the syllabus in a structured manner. You may determine the usability of the BPSC mock test by attempting a free BPSC test.

BPSC Cutoff Marks

BPSC releases the BPSC cut off marks after the declaration of the result on its website for Prelims and Mains exam. Cutoff is the minimum marks that a candidate must obtain to be able to be appointed as a BPSC officer in the state. You can check out the previous year BPSC cutoff marks in the table that is given below.

66th BPSC Prelims Cutoff 2020

Category

Cut-off Marks

Unreserved

108

Unreserved (Female)

100

EWS

103

EWS (Female)

95

SC

95

SC (Female)

84

ST

98

EBC

102

EBC (Female)

93

BC

104

BC (Female)

97

BCL

95

Disabled (VI)

89

Disabled (DD)

81

Disabled (OH)

95

Disabled (MD)

61

Grandchild of Ex-Freedom Fighter

97

BPSC Answer Key 2022

The 67th BPSC Answer Key 2022 will be released by BPSC after the prelims exam on the official website. AVISION'S Exam Prep experts shall publish an unofficial BPSC Prelims answer key pdf along with the exam analysis on the exam day. Candidates will be able to download the Prelims question paper along with the answer key pdf to match their answers.

BPSC Interview 2022

The 67th BPSC Interview 2022 will be conducted after the Mains examination. BPSC shall announce the interview date & schedule on its official website

BPSC Result 2022

The 67th BPSC Result 2022 will be released after the prelims exam is conducted successfully and the answer key is released by the Commission. At present, BPSC is yet to release the 66th BPSC interview result. We shall update you with the direct link to download the result pdf here once it is released on the official website.

BPSC Application Form 2022

Bihar Public Service Commission had released the BPSC Online application form 2022 on the official website on 30 September 2021 for the 67th Bihar BPSC Prelims Exam. The last date to apply online was 04 November 2021. We shall update the link below once the 68th BPSC notification is released.

How to apply for the BPSC Exam 2022?

Follow the Steps to fill BPSC Online Application Form mentioned below.

       Step 1: Visit the official website https://onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in/ or click the above link.

       Step 2: Now go to the "Online Registration" button and fill out the BPSC form 2022

       Step 3: After completing the BPSC registration process, log in using your registered email address and pay the application fee.

       Step 4: After making a payment, log in again and complete all of the required fields.

       Step 5: Finally, upload all of the required documents and submit the form.

       Step 6: Print the BPSC Application Form and save the soft copy for future use.

BPSC Application Fees 2022

The BPSC CSE exam application fee for different categories is mentioned below.

Category

Fees

SC/ST/Woman/Handicapped/Permanent residents of Bihar (All Category)

Rs. 150

Other States

Rs. 600

BPSC FAQs

1.     What is BPSC Exam?

           BPSC exam is the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination that is held to appoint State PCS officers for the posts of Bihar Administrative Service, Electoral Officer and other gazetted posts. The candidates are selected through Prelims, Mains and Interview. At present, BPSC is yet to conduct the 67th BPSC Prelims exam while the 68th BPSC notification is yet to be released.

             

2. What is the BPSC exam date 2022?

BPSC exam date 2022 will be held on 30 September. With the release of the new and updated exam date, candidates must keep up with their preparation and solve as many BPSC mock tests as possible.

 

3. How many vacancies are there in the 67th BPSC 2022 exam?

There are a total of 802 vacancies for the 67th BPSC 2022 exam. BPSC has increased the number of vacancies that were earlier 798. Hence, candidates must utilize this opportunity to fill up BPSC posts such as Bihar Administrative Service, Labor Superintendent, Assistant Director Social Security, and other gazetted posts.

4. What is the eligibility for BPSC Exam?

BPSC eligibility is that you must have a graduation or equivalent degree from a recognized university. The eligibility regarding age is 37 years for general male category and 40 years for the female general category.

5. What is the syllabus for BPSC 2022 Exam?

The syllabus for BPSC exam is divided mainly into Prelims Mains exam. Thereafter, an interview is conducted. BPSC syllabus for Prelims has only one paper which is the General Studies or General Knowledge paper. On the other hand, BPSC mains syllabus has General Hindi, General Studies Paper-1, General Studies Paper-2 and an optional paper. Prelims is for 150 marks while Mains is for 900 marks.

6. How can I prepare for BPSC 2022?

You can begin your BPSC Exam preparation by going through the syllabus, curating a booklist and choosing the right BPSC classes for you. You should complement your BPSC exam preparation with BPSC Mock test and test series. The test series are the best way to revise the entire syllabus as per the exam trend whereby you can expect a good number of questions from it.

7. How many attempts are allowed for the BPSC exam?

There is no limitation on the number of attempts for BPSC exam. However, a candidate must ensure that he/she has not crossed the upper age limit as per his/her category.

8. How many optional subjects are there in BPCS?

There are 34 optional subjects in BPSC Examination. The list of optional subjects can be found in the official BPSC Notification.

9. When is the BPSC 68th notification 2022 expected?

BPSC is yet to release the BPSC 68th notification 2022 soon on its website. Candidates will be able to download the official notification from BPSC website or the link that shall be made available to you here. The exam notification shall have details on the application date, apply online link, syllabus, exam date, vacancy and more!

10. When can I download the admit card for the BPSC exam?

Candidates who have applied for the 67th BPSC exam will be able to download the BPSC Prelims admit card 10 days before the exam date. The admit card download link shall be available to you once the call letter is released on the official BPSC website.

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