The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has opened the online application process for the BPSC 71st Mains Examination 2025. Candidates who qualified in the preliminary exam can now submit their mains form within the prescribed schedule. The mains application window provides an important opportunity for eligible candidates to move forward in the recruitment process for various administrative, financial, and police service posts under the State Government of Bihar. All applicants are advised to carefully read the instructions, ensure accurate information, and complete the online form before the last date to avoid any technical delays.
Key Dates for BPSC 71st Recruitment 2025
Pre & Mains Important Dates (Already Completed Stages)
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Online prelims form start: 02 June 2025
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Prelims last date to apply: 30 June 2025
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Fee payment last date: 30 June 2025
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Prelims exam: 13 September 2025
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Prelims admit card: 06 September 2025
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Prelims answer key: 19 September 2025
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Final answer key: 31 October 2025
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Prelims result: 18 November 2025
Mains Online Form Dates
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Application start date: 03 December 2025
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Last date to apply online: 24 December 2025
Candidates should verify all updates only from the official BPSC portal.
Application Fee for BPSC 71st Mains Form
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General / OBC / EWS: ₹600
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SC / ST / Female (Bihar): ₹150
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PwD candidates: ₹150
Accepted Payment Modes
Applicants can make the payment through:
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Debit Card
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Credit Card
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Internet Banking
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IMPS
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Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limit for BPSC 71st Recruitment (As on 01 August 2025)
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Minimum Age: 21–22 years (depending on the post)
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Maximum Age (UR Male): 37 years
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Maximum Age (Female UR, BC, EBC – Male/Female): 40 years
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Maximum Age (SC/ST – Male/Female): 42 years
Additional age relaxation is provided as per BPSC recruitment rules.
Total Number of Vacancies – BPSC 71st Recruitment 2025
A total of 1298 posts have been announced under BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Examination.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
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Bihar BPSC Various Posts under 71st CCE: 1171 posts
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Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalent: 79 posts
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Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP): 14 posts
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Additional posts included: 34 posts
BPSC 71st Recruitment 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
For General Various Posts (1171 Posts)
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
For Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalent
Candidates must have a Graduation degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics from a recognized university.
How to Fill BPSC 71st Mains Online Form 2025 (Step-by-Step Guide)
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Visit the official website of the Bihar Public Service Commission.
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Open the link for BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Mains Online Form 2025.
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Log in using your registration details from the prelims examination.
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Fill in the required academic, personal, and communication details.
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Upload the necessary documents, including photographs and signatures.
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Verify all the information before proceeding to payment.
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Pay the applicable application fee using any online mode.
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Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.
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Keep a printed copy for future reference.
Important Instructions for Applicants
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Only candidates who cleared the prelims are eligible to submit the mains form.
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Fill the form carefully, as incorrect details may lead to disqualification.
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Maintain stable internet connectivity during form submission.
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Keep all documents ready before applying to avoid last-minute issues.
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Regularly check the BPSC portal for updates regarding exam dates and admit card.
FAQs – BPSC 71st Mains Online Form 2025
1. When did the BPSC 71st Mains application process start?
The mains application process began on 03 December 2025.
2. What is the last date to apply for the BPSC 71st Mains Exam?
The last date to submit the mains form is 24 December 2025.
3. Who can apply for the BPSC 71st Mains Examination?
Only those candidates who qualified the prelims exam are eligible for the mains.
4. What is the fee for the BPSC 71st Mains form?
The fee is ₹600 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹150 for SC/ST/Female/PwD candidates.
5. How many vacancies are available in the BPSC 71st recruitment?
A total of 1298 posts have been notified under this recruitment.
6. What is the educational qualification for the Financial Administrative Officer post?
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics.
7. What is the age limit for BPSC 71st CCE?
The upper age limit varies from 37 to 42 years, depending on category and gender.