The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) will hold the 70th Combined Competitive Exam in 2024 to fill 2,027 government positions (increased) in administrative and executive roles under the Bihar Government. The official notification for this exam has been released on the BPSC website, where you can find detailed information. If you’re interested in applying, you can do so online through the official BPSC website. The application process is currently open.
BPSC 70th Recruitment 2024
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) announced the 70th Civil Service Exam 2024 to fill 2,027 administrative and executive positions. The online application process began on September 28, 2024. However, on October 15, 2024, BPSC issued two new updates: one with revised vacancy numbers and the other extending the deadline to apply online for the exam. Then, on October 18, 2024, the BPSC released another notice stating that the exam date had been rescheduled for the third time.
Important Dates
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has scheduled the 70th BPSC Exam for December 13, 2024. The last date to submit online applications for this exam has been extended to November 4, 2024.
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Exam Overview
Details | Information |
---|---|
Conducting Authority | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
Name of Post | Bihar Administrative Service, Bihar Police Service, etc. |
Examination Name | Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) |
Article | Govt. Jobs |
Notification Release Date | 23 September 2024 |
Online Application Start Date | 28 September 2024 |
Online Application End Date | 04 November 2024 |
Eligibility Criteria | Graduation (Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university) |
Total Vacancy | 2,027 Posts |
BPSC 70th CCE Prelims Exam Date | 13 December 2024 |
BPSC 70th CCE Mains Exam Date | Expected February 2025 |
Official Website | https://www.bpsc.bih.nic.in/ |
Application Fees
For the BPSC 70th CCE 2024 exam, candidates must pay an application fee based on their category while filling out the online form. The cost can only be paid online.
- ST/SC/Women/Residents of Bihar/Handicapped: ₹150
- Candidates from other states: ₹600
Additionally, there is a biometric fee of ₹200 for each BPSC 70th CCE/CPDO exam. However, candidates who provided their Aadhar number for verification do not need to pay the biometric fee.
Eligibility Criteria For BPSC 2024
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has set certain criteria for candidates’ eligibility for the administrative and executive posts in its 70th 2024 exam. These include age, educational qualifications, and physical requirements.
Age Limit (As of August 1, 2024):
- Minimum Age: 20, 21, or 22 years (depending on the specific post)
- Maximum Age:
- Male: 37 years
- Female/OBC/BC: 40 years
- SC/ST: 42 years
Educational Qualifications:
- For most posts: A bachelor’s/graduation degree from a UGC-recognized university or an equivalent qualification is required.
- For the Child Development Project Officer post: A bachelor’s degree is required, and candidates must choose one of these optional subjects for the main exam:
- Home Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Labour & Social Welfare
Physical Requirements:
Candidates’ height and chest measurements are part of the eligibility criteria. Here’s a simplified breakdown of the required physical measurements (height without shoes, chest measurements before and after taking a full breath):
Height | Chest (after exhalation) | Chest (after taking a full breath) |
---|---|---|
62.5 to 65 inches | 30 inches | 32 inches |
65 to 68 inches | 31 inches | 33 inches |
68 to 70 inches | 32 inches | 34 inches |
70 to 72 inches | 33 inches | 35.5 inches |
72 inches and above | 34 inches | 36.5 inches |
This covers the basic eligibility criteria for applying to the BPSC 70th exam.
How To Apply For The BPSC 70th CCE Recruitment 2024?
- Go to the official BPSC website: bpsc.bih.nic.in.
- Find and click on the link for the “70th Combined Competitive Examination.”
- Register by entering the necessary details.
- Fill out the application form carefully with accurate information.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents and a recent photo.
- Pay the application fee online using the available payment methods.
- Once everything is complete, submit the application form.