The Bihar Public Service Commission has started the online registration process for the BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026 today. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website, BPSC Official Website. The registration process will continue till May 31, 2026.

Through the BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 recruitment drive, the commission aims to fill a total of 1,186 vacancies in various state government departments and administrative services. The examination is one of the most prestigious recruitment exams conducted in Bihar for candidates aspiring to secure gazetted officer positions in the state administration.
Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, application process, and important dates before submitting the online form.
| Event | Details |
| Registration Start Date | May 7, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | May 31, 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
Applicants should complete the registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues on the portal.
The commission has announced a total of 1,186 vacancies for various administrative and executive posts under different departments of the Bihar government. These include posts in:
Detailed post-wise vacancy distribution is available in the official notification on the BPSC website.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the BPSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution. Final-year students may also apply if they meet the eligibility conditions specified in the notification.
Age Limit
The minimum age required is generally 20, 21, or 22 years depending on the post category, while the maximum age varies according to reservation categories.
Expected upper age limits are:
| Category | Age |
| General (Male) | 37 Years |
| General (Female) | 40 Years |
| OBC/EBC Candidates | 40 Years |
| SC / ST Candidates | 42 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Bihar government recruitment rules.
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the online application process:
1. Visit the official website at BPSC Bihar Portal
2. Click on the "BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Registration" link
3. Complete the registration process using a valid email ID and mobile number
4. Fill in personal, academic, and communication details carefully
5. Upload scanned documents, photograph, and signature
6. Pay the application fee through online payment modes
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future use
The application fee is expected to vary according to category:
Candidates should verify the exact fee details through the official notification before payment.
The selection process generally includes the following stages:
Candidates qualifying in the preliminary exam will be eligible to appear for the mains examination. Final merit will be prepared based on mains and interview performance.
The BPSC Preliminary Examination usually consists of objective-type questions covering:
Candidates preparing for the examination should regularly revise the syllabus and stay updated with current affairs.
The BPSC Combined Competitive Examination is a major gateway for recruitment to administrative positions in Bihar. Every year, thousands of aspirants compete for limited vacancies to secure stable government jobs with attractive salary packages, career growth opportunities, and administrative responsibilities.
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official BPSC portal for updates regarding admit cards, examination dates, syllabus, and recruitment notifications.