The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the Document Verification (DV) Schedule for the Mineral Development Officer (MDO) Recruitment 2025. Candidates who appeared in the selection process can now check the updated schedule and prepare their documents for verification. The BPSC MDO recruitment aims to fill 15 vacancies for the post of Mineral Development Officer, making it a significant opportunity for candidates with qualifications in Geology, Applied Geology, or Mining Engineering.
The DV round marks the final stage of the recruitment process. Only candidates who have successfully cleared the written examination and are listed in the result declared on 03 November 2025 are eligible to appear for the Document Verification starting from 20 November 2025.
Applicants are advised to bring all their original documents, mark sheets, identity proofs, and category certificates as per the BPSC guidelines. Failure to produce valid documents may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Important Dates – BPSC MDO 2025
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Online Application Start Date: 23 May 2025
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Last Date for Online Application: 16 June 2025
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Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 June 2025
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Exam Date: 09–10 August 2025
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Admit Card Release Date: 06 August 2025
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Answer Key Published: 27 August 2025
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Final Answer Key Released: 22 October 2025
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Result Declared: 03 November 2025
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DV Schedule: From 20 November 2025
Candidates are strongly advised to verify all updates and schedule details only from the official BPSC website to avoid misinformation.
Application Fee Details
The BPSC allowed candidates to submit the examination fee through online payment methods such as debit card, credit card, internet banking, IMPS, or mobile wallet.
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General / OBC / EWS: ₹750
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SC / ST / PH: ₹200
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Female Candidates (All Categories from Bihar): ₹200
Candidates must keep their payment receipt safely as proof during the document verification process.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2025)
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Minimum Age: 21 years
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Maximum Age (Male): 37 years
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Maximum Age (Female – UR / BC / EBC): 40 years
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Maximum Age (SC / ST – Male & Female): 42 years
BPSC provides age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories and female candidates.
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
A total of 15 posts have been announced for the Mineral Development Officer (MDO) position.
To be eligible for the role, candidates must possess one of the following educational qualifications:
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A Second-Class M.Sc. degree in Geology or Applied Geology, or
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An M.Tech. degree in Geology, or
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A Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering from a recognized university or institution.
Candidates with relevant experience and academic excellence in the geology or mining domain are encouraged to apply for future recruitments under BPSC.
Steps to Check BPSC MDO DV Schedule 2025
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Visit the official website of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC).
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Find the notification section and look for the link titled “BPSC MDO DV Schedule 2025.”
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Click on the link to open the document verification notice in PDF format.
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Read all the instructions carefully and note down your DV date and reporting time.
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Prepare your documents (original and photocopies) as per the checklist given in the notice.
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Reach the verification venue on time with all required documents to complete the process.
Documents Required for BPSC MDO Document Verification 2025
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Original educational certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, Post-Graduation)
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Caste certificate (if applicable)
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Domicile certificate of Bihar (if claiming local reservation)
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Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN, or voter ID)
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Proof of fee payment
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Passport-sized photographs (recent)
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BPSC MDO Admit Card and Result printout
Ensure that all documents are neatly arranged and verified before the date of verification.
Key Instructions for Candidates
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Candidates must report at the venue on the date and time allotted to them.
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Late reporting may lead to cancellation of candidature.
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Carry both original documents and self-attested photocopies.
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The commission will not entertain any requests for change in DV schedule.
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Keep checking the BPSC website for updates or corrections related to the verification list.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – BPSC MDO 2025
Q1. When will the BPSC MDO DV process start?
The Document Verification for BPSC Mineral Development Officer Recruitment 2025 is scheduled to begin from 20 November 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are there for the BPSC MDO 2025 recruitment?
There are a total of 15 posts for the Mineral Development Officer under this recruitment.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for BPSC MDO 2025?
Candidates must hold a Second-Class M.Sc. in Geology or Applied Geology, or M.Tech in Geology, or a degree in Mining Engineering from a recognized institution.
Q4. What is the age limit for the MDO post in BPSC 2025?
The minimum age is 21 years, and the maximum age varies from 37 to 42 years depending on gender and category.
Q5. What should I carry for the BPSC MDO Document Verification?
Carry your admit card, result copy, photo ID, educational certificates, category certificate (if applicable), and payment proof in original and photocopy format.