BPSC 71st Mains Online Form 2025: Apply Now for 1298 Vacancies
Congratulations! If you are reading this, you have likely cleared the rigorous BPSC 71st Preliminary Examination held in September. Now, the real test of your administrative aptitude begins.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially activated the link for the 71st Combined Competitive (Mains) Examination 2025. With a massive vacancy count of 1,298 posts—including coveted roles like Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and Financial Administrative Officer—the stakes are incredibly high.
The application window is short: December 3, 2025 to December 24, 2025. Here is your expert roadmap to navigate the Mains application process without errors.
Important Dates: Mark Your Calendar
Missing the Mains application deadline means forfeiting your candidature, regardless of your Prelims score. Do not wait for the last day.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Mains Application Start Date | 03 December 2025 (Apply Now) |
| Mains Application Last Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Prelims Result Declared | 18 November 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 13 September 2025 |
BPSC 71st Vacancy Breakdown
The 71st CCE offers a strong number of seats. Understanding the category-wise distribution helps you assess the competition.
| General (UR) | 570 |
| EBC | 188 |
| SC | 165 |
| BC | 160 |
| EWS | 123 |
| BC (Female) | 34 |
| ST | 10 |
High-Profile Posts Included
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP): 14 Posts
- Financial Administrative Officer: 79 Posts
- Various Administrative Posts: 1,171 Posts
Eligibility & Educational Qualification
Since this is the Mains stage, you must have cleared the BPSC 71st Preliminary Exam. However, specific posts require specific qualifications:
- General Administrative Posts: Graduation in any stream from a recognized university.
- Financial Administrative Officer: Graduation in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics.
Age Limit (As on 01/08/2025)
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age (General Male) | 37 Years |
| General Female / BC / EBC | 40 Years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 42 Years |
Application Fee for Mains
SC / ST / Female (Bihar Domicile): ₹150
PH (Divyang): ₹150
Payment accepted via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI.
Step-by-Step: How to Apply for BPSC 71st Mains
- Visit the Official Portal: Click Here
- Login: Use your Prelims Username and Password.
- Dashboard: Click on “Apply for 71st Mains Written Examination.”
- Fill Details: Verify pre-filled data and complete the Mains form.
- Upload Documents: Degree Certificate, Caste Certificate, etc.
- Fee Payment: Complete payment through digital modes.
- Final Print: Download the PDF. Keep 2 hard copies for Interview/DV.
Expert Selection Strategy
BPSC selection is a 3-stage process:
- Prelims: Qualifying (completed).
- Mains: Descriptive written exam — the rank decider.
- Interview: Personality test.
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